https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-01-04.pdf 1596ceb1938b76eb1b4bc2375f57eb16 PDF Text Text NGSPUBLI 121S CHURC HASTINGS Ml 49058-1 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 1, January 4, 2005 Top local stories of 2004 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer As 2004 draws to a close, the staff at Maple Valley News has taken the opportunity to review the top stories in Nashville and Vermontville month by month: January The Nashville Village Council narrowly defeated a motion to increase council members pay from $10 to $15 per committee meeting. With Trustee Carroll Wolff absent, the council’s vote was tied 3-3 and the motion was defeated. Prior to the vote President Pro-Tem Steve Wheeler said the original motion for an increase to $20 per committee meeting was brought before the council by a trustee who felt the increase might induce more people to serve on the council and its committees. “...Up until two years ago we didn’t pay anything for committee meetings,” said Wheeler. “At that time the request was to go for $10 per meeting which I was inclined to vote against until they laid out their reasoning that a lot of people have to get childcare to attend meetings, and they’re actually paying their baby-sit­ ter about $10 for the total time; it kind ofmade sense. It’s been $10 a meeting ever since then. The argument of going to $20 is that maybe a few more peo­ ple would be able to serve.” Trustees Ron Bracy, Mary Coll and Mike Kenyon voted against Wheeler’s motion of splitting the difference and increasing the pay to $15 per committee meeting. “Isn’t serving enough?” asked Bracy, during the discus­ sion. “I don’t think people want to, or don’t want to run, because of how much money there is to be made in small town government,” said Kenyon. Wheeler, Trustee Angela Seaton and President Frank Dunham voted in favor of the $5 increase. Also in January, organizers of the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelftook a moment to reflect on how the program had grown in the six months since it’s inception in July 2003. At that time, the Pantry Shelf, in connection with the Michigan State University (MSU) Cooperative Extension Program and the Fresh Food Initiative of the South Central Michigan Food (CAA) and the free and reduce priced lunches for children attending Maple Valley Schools. The Pantry Shelf, in con­ junction with the MSU Cooperative Extension Service announced in January, that it would provide free seeds for fruits and vegetables to anyone who had the land and the desire to grow crops for the Fresh Food Initiative. Maple Valley’s buses were covered with drifts of snow when a winter storm dropped 8-9 inches of snow in Maple Valley and closed school for three consecutive days. “People are not knocking down doors to have a seat on the council,” said Seaton... “if you want more people to step forward, you need to give them a reason why.” After the vote, Dunham noted that if the council wished, the matter could be brought up again at a later meeting. Bank in Battle Creek, was pro­ viding free food to more than 200 poor and needy families in the Maple Valley area each week. In addition, the weekly food distribution site had also become a place where families could get help filing forms to receive commodities from the Community Action Agency Cathy Liceaga from the Barry County MSU Cooperative Extension Office made the initial contacts to get the program started. “I contacted some of the seed companies and one of them has already promised to send us what they call ‘drop­ pings.’ They will send us big bags of unsorted seeds that fall Activities and new additions at Putnam The Putnam District Library’s Dec. Dec. 17 “Christmas Open House” has been deemed “a great suc­ cess,” with more than 70 guests, business owners and patrons attending. There was a lot of fun, food and gifts, as well as a visit from Santa and his three elves (with a special Thanks to Santa, Sara Pash, Rebecca and Kathleen Welch) that day. Library staff thanks every­ one who attended and those who brought in extra treats for the party. Preschool story hour along with snacks and craft time will be held on the second and fourth Fridays of each month from 10:30 to 11 a.m. January is Book Sale Month. Rooms in the Library are being repainted and wall papered and the book sale room is on the list to be done, so staff hope the public helps clean this room out. Movies and DVDs: Princess Diaries 2, Mary Poppins, A Wrinkle in Time, offthe line. Some ofour people can volunteer to come in and help us sort the seeds. Then they, or anyone else who has the room, can plant the seeds and grow fresh produce for the Fresh Food Initiative. We will provide transportation to get the produce to the food bank when it is ready and it will be credited to the Pantry Shelf. “A lot ofpeople who receive food from the Pantry Shelf Garfield, Uptown Girls, Jakob the Liar, Bend It Like Beckham, The Truth about Cats and Dogs, 13 going on 30, Paycheck, The Associate, The Day After Tomorrow, The Terminal, Spiderman 2, A League of Their Own, Return of the King, The Bourne Supremacy, Harry Potter and the Prisoner ofAzkaban, The In-laws, Dodgeball, I, robot. Fiction: Echoes by Danielle Steel, Black Wind by Clive Cussler, London Bridges by James Patterson, Twisted by Jonathan Kellerman, Hour Game by David Baldacci, The Prime of Beverly Hills by Stuart Woods, Night Fall by Nelson DeMille, The Christmas Thief by Mary and Carol Higgins Clark, Whiteout by Ken Follett, Sin City by Harold Robbins, The Tin Collectors by» Stephen J. Cannell Christian Fiction: Lady of the River by Dianna Crawford, A Moment of Weakness, A Time to Embrace, Halfway to Forever by y K Karen Kingsbury, If I Gained the World by Linda Nichols, Halos, Secrets by Kristen Heitzmann, Sarah’s Song by Karen Kingsbury, To Dream A New by Trade Peterson, Together is All We Need by Michael Phillips, The Prodigal by Beverly Lewis, Word of Honor by Terri Blackstock Romance: The Real Deal by Fem Michaels, When We Touch by Shannon Drake, A Gentleman’s Honor by Stephanie Laurens Non-Fiction: MI6 by Stephen Dorril, The Forgotten Battle by A. Korthals Aites, Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book, Rescue as Resistance by Lucien Lazare, Citizen Soldiers and D-Day by Stephen Ambrose Mystery: Something’s Cooking and Cooks Overboard by Joanne Pence Western: Comanche Code by Matthew Hart, South Wind by Don Goldsmith Audio: The SmokeJumper Juniors and Young Adults: Algeria, Austria, Kazakhstan, Panama, Syria, Tanzania, Atom Bomb Project, Oregon Trail, Scottsboro Case, Seneca Falls women’s, Judo, Karate, Kick-boxing, Tae Kwon Do, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Rome, The Aztecs, Medieval Europe,; Using Math to be a Zoo Vet, Using Math to Conquer Extreme Sports, Using Math to Create a Movie Stunt, Using Math to Fly a Jumbo Jet, Using Math to Solve a Crime, Using Math to Win A Grand Prix, Alan Apostrophe, Hannah Hyphen-Hyphen, Peter Period, Christopher Coma, Quincy Question Mark, Willa Cather, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Washington Irving, Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, Edith Wharton, Faces in Art, Figures in Art, Houses in Art. don’t have money, but there are things they can do to help out and contribute to the program,” said Liceaga. “We’ve always said this pro­ gram is ‘a hand-up, not a hand out,”’ said Nashville United Methodist Pastor Dianne Bowden, one of the Pantry Shelf’s founding members. “Already we’ve had people step forward and start giving back. It’s neat to see how things are already starting to turn around and people are starting to provide some of the food that is being given out. It’s very exciting to see, and it’s only been six months.” Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Clark Volz announced that for the first time in a long time, the news about state funding cuts for Michigan schools was, “a little less grim.” “...We have gone from a sce­ nario of a $200 per student cut with a billion dollar deficit at the state level... then there were some political shenanigans and the end result was a proposal that the cut would be $100 per student, then $96 and now it is an $84 per student reduction,” he said. “This kind of deal is like the idea of death versus amputa­ tion. You find yourself threat­ ened with death then when they cut off your arm instead, you go, ‘Boy, am I lucky,”’ he added, noting that the $84 budget cut still meant the school was faced with a sub­ stantial loss of income. The state of Michigan still faced a $1 billion deficit for 2004-05, so while student aid funding was not cut as steeply as anticipated, the state pared the school budget in other areas such as drivers training, which caused administrators at Maple Valley High School to question whether or not the school would continue to offer drivers training. “You never know, the state could reinstate funds; but right now we’re looking into every­ thing: The cost of fuel, renting the cars, instructor fees, all the variables to see if we can be competitive with the private schools,” said Maple Valley High School Principal Todd Gonser. In Vermontville, hoping to attract more candidates and keep up with the changing times, the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association made changes to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Contest. In recent years, judges selected a queen and alternate, who received $500 and $250 scholarships respectively and the girls reigned for one year, attending as many as 10 parades and events within a 50 mile radius of Maple Valley. The association decided that this year, the judges would select a syrup festival queen and three court members whose reign and responsibilities would only last the three days of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, April 23 -25. The queen would receive a cash prize of $100 and each member of her court would receive a $50 cash prize. “We’re just trying to keep up with the changing times; everyone is so busy, “ said Gene Fisher, the president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association. “We’re See 2004, page 2 In This Issue • Open house for reopened high school wing • Lions’ state champion tops all in 2004 • Nashville firm’s creation inspires American Chopper sleigh • Nashville couple parents of county New Year Baby �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, January 4, 2005 - Page 2 2004, continued from page 1------- In February the Westvale Dairy Farm, perched on a hill south of Nashville, was awarded the Platinum National Dairy Quality Award by the National Mastitis Council. Maple Valley, dumping 8 -9 inches of snow and closing Maple Valley Schools for three days until road crews from Eaton and Barry counties could hoping that with less commit­ ments we'll get more girls to come out.” As the month drew to a close, a winter storm swept into get all the roads clear enough for school buses to travel down safely. On January 29, amid confu­ sion and controversy, schools Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... across the state received their first report cards from the EducationYES! program developed by the Michigan Department of Education in response to the federal No Child Left Behind law. Administrators at Maple Valley Schools expressed their concern and disappointment that the report cards were released to the public before any ruling wass made on appeals made by schools after preliminary grades were issued to the schools for review sever­ al weeks earlier. According to the Michigan Department of Education Web site, Maple Valley Schools were graded as follows: Fuller Street Elementary, met AYP (Adequate Yearly Progress) and scored 66.7 on indicators of school performance but did not receive grades for student achievement change and stu­ dent achievement status or a composite grade because there was not enough data (the school serves grades K- 3 so there are no MEAP test scores); Maplewood Elementary, stu­ dent achievement status, C; student achievement change, no grade, indicators of school performance, A; no composite grade arid did not meet AYP; Maple Valley Junior High, stu­ dent achievement status, C; student achievement change, C; indicators of school per­ formance, C; composite grade, Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville which serves all students in grades 4 6 in Maple Valley. “I tried to get on the Web site all day, but I couldn’t I finally got on the Web site at 2 a.m. Saturday morning.” Weeks earlier, Davenport had received a preliminary report card from the MDE which stated that Maplewood had made AYP and received a composite grade of C. “As far as we have been able to determine, they say we did not make AYP because 95% of our economically disadvan­ taged students did not take the MEAP tests, which is not true,” said Davenport “All of our kids were here and took the test. “It seems to come down to somebody on a computer database not checking off the right box,” he added. 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Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 I t QI 1I ImW I 20oz.drink HHi ’ With S2 50 purchase o(46oz bag of buttery popcorn SBYBHi inVTewsietterat I— — y^^wt bagtmqyl com In February, Andrea Szymanski of Vermontville (cen­ ter) was named the 2004 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. With her are members of her court (from left) Katie Eldred, Jessica Lawless and Samantha Cowell. wjl trill I ITtltpl ©MEET THE FOCKERS (PG-13) in bad-year after year. few DIGITAL STEREO | _ www.hastings4.com C, did not meet AYP; Maple Valley Senior High School, student achievement status, C; student achievement change, D; indicators of school per­ formance, C; composite grade, C; and met AYP. “I went ballistic when I heard that the media and Internet reports were saying we had not received a grade or made AYP (Adequate Yearly Progress),” said said Fred Davenport, principal of Maple Valley Jr. High did not make AYP because 95% of their economically disadvan­ taged students did not take the MEAP test. When administrators at Maple Valley Jr. High School received the initial report card earlier this winter they immedi­ ately made an appeal, but it hadn’t changed their score when the grades were released to the public and the media. ririaul Eifel i) tiiwi ItsLiJ ijitwll 'iltifcl iitetljl w See 2004, next page Writte LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 & girts ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... ........ n a.m. Evening Worship..... ..................6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... .................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 301 Fuller St, Nashville 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 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 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville Morning Celebration................... .10 am.Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship........................... 11 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Senrice ........ 6 .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) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRESHAM METHODIST CHURCH .UNITED . One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School - 10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Sendee............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service....................11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ..........................6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 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 PASTOR MATT ROHDE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship...................... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE Phone (517) 852-0580 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship.......... 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services::...9:15 a_m. ,M,,,orni..ng P„ „ rayer ....................... .................11 SO am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 203 N. State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ................. ....... 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 4, 2005 — Page 3 2004, continued from previous page •“The report said that of 130 students in 8th grade, 124 took the MEAPs. But then in one of their subgroups for the same grade, they report that ofthe 39 students who receive free or reduced price lunches, only three took the MEAPs. So, was acquitted. The ’ second incident occurred at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School on Feb. 9 when two teens, a 17-year old from Nashville and a 16-year old from Vermontville, beat up a 15-year old boy. The victim queen this year,” said Gene Fisher, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association, of the changes the association had voted to approve in January. Westvale Dairy Farm in Nashville, owned and operated Village Clerk Shirley Harmon held off challengers Kelly Williams and Jeanette Schultz by gamering 76 of the 117 votes cast in that race. Kaye Marsh, who has been Vermontville’s village clerk for more than-30 years ran unon- 5s", > s >» Si s>»S s:ss s: In May, heavy rains during a four-day period pushed the Thornapple River over its banks, causing the flooding of homes like this one in Nashville. I sis, feiahtM • JHfe | ■st harsiai iml EtIjtaltjdiEi E3 si I igii tail ctarikr® I kldk taknhnW | j H *d ww, it 6 or 36 students that didn’t take the MEAPs for that grade? It can’t be both,” said Todd Gonsef, principal of Maple Valley High School. “It seems that they changed the criteria somehow and the schools weren’t informed,” said Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Clark Volz. “We’re still not sure where we stand. As best we can determine there.was a mistake made on the calcula­ tion for ecofiomically ’ disad­ vantaged students. It’s proba­ bly just a paperwork issue where a box didn’t get checked. Volz said that the district had filed an appeal on behalfof the jf. high and the MDE had acknowledged its receipt, “But we are still very frustrated that the information they released to the public is not what we were told it was going to be,” he said. “If a teacher at one of our schools here told students, they were going to get a certain grade, then changed that grade without a clear reason and pub­ lished it in the paper, we’d have a lot ofupset parents, and that’s kind of how we feel,” said Volz. was transported to Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte where he was treated for head injuries and released. No arrests were made at the time of the incident. However, school administrators put the student responsible for instigat­ ing the attack on long-term sus­ pension with the possibility of expulsion, due to the brutality of the assault and the student’s prior history ofviolence. Also in February, Andrea Szymanski of Vermontville was crowned the 2004 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen. In a change from syrup queen contests in the recent past; the judges; by Doug and Louisa Westendorp, earned the Platinum National Dairy Quality Award, which ranked it among the top nine dairy farms in the United States. At the time of their award, the Westendorps announced their plans to build a creamery with a retail outlet on their farm, which is located near the intersection of M-66 and M-79 in Vermontville. The creamery is slated to open in the spring of 2005. March In March, a proposal to change the village clerk’s posi­ tion from an elected to an appointed post was soundly posed for her post. Doug Kelsey, a long-time trustee of the village council, ran unop­ posed for the president’s posi­ tion and Garry Patrick, Sue Villanueva and Tom Williams ran for three of the four vacant seats on the council. Also in March, nine months after it was founded, the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf received a $10,000 dona­ tion from the Nashville Housing Corporation, which allowed the pantry shelfs board of directors to obtain a lease on the former Eagle Enterprise building at the cor­ ner of Church and Main St. in downtown Nashville. ST.C® HI glSgtS iiais H1j I* ebiks®. 1*11”* * BIBlER 2)1 2)101* S^’l w ** I If A >1 4 *9J 4 % In February, Maple Valley • Schools had to deal with two instances where police were summoned to the school. The first occurred Feb. 6 when a parent arrived at Fuller Street Elementary School and •allegedly behaved in a disor­ derly manner before proceed­ ing to Maple Valley Jr./Sr. 'High School where he attempt­ ed to pick up a teenage daugh­ ter. Brent Martin, of Nashville was charged as a “disorderly person disturbing the peace” in Barry County District Court. Martin defended himself against the charges and was May During it’s regular May meeting, the Vermontville Township Planning Commission tabled further dis­ cussion regarding zoning of Weatherwax Farm Market and Nursery until they could con­ sult with Lucas Hill from Williams & Works, the Grand Rapids engineering and plan­ ning firm that helped create the township’s zoning ordinances. Earlier in the month, the township had issued a stay of action against Weatherwax, prohibiting him from operating the farm market portion of the business while allowing him to continue selling plants and nursery stock. Weatherwax told the com­ mission that he felt he had received approval of his plans. See 2004, page 5 The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 06573039 1-517-852-9481 FFA inspectors examine the site of a fatal airplane crash in Vermontville. selected three other girls Katie Eldred, Jessica Lawless and Samantha Cowell to serve as her court, instead of selecting a queen and an alter­ nate. “It looks like the changes we made were good. We have a lot more girls who came out to g . be — defeated when 95 (79%) of the 119 voters who cast their bal­ lots on the issue during the vil­ lage election voted in favor of keeping it an elected position. Only 24, or 20%, of voters were in favor of making it an appointed post. Incumbent Vermontville ---------- Open house for reopened high school wing The community is invited to attend an open house from 3:15 - 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5 to view the classrooms in the newly reopened wing of Maple Valley High School. The wing was dam­ aged Aug. 25 when straight line winds, generated by a storm front moving through the area, tore a portion of the roof from the school. The six teachers, whose classrooms were damaged in infringing on our business and we struggle in the winter as it is.” Weatherwax contended that he was very “upfront” with the Stickles and the zoning board from the very beginning. “When I submitted my application to the board for approval, I said that I wanted to build a nursery and farm mar­ ket that was sort of miniature version of the ones you find in Lansing, Battle Creek and Grand Rapids,” he said. “I went through all the proper channels to get my permit. I’ve acted within the guidelines all the way.” Later in the month, the ZBA met again to conduct a public hearing and render a decision regarding the Stickles’ appeal. “The board took quite a long time with deliberations. Each party’s legal council took a turn and there was an opportunity for public comment,” said David Chase, chairman of the Vermontville Township ZBA. “In the end, we decided that Mr. Weatherwax’s building is permissible so we rejected the appeal regarding the building. However, we decided to refer the farm market portion back to the Planning Commission because we feel ... (the town­ ship) needs to set parameters as to how far he can take non­ nursery items.” tanas Tfiace February ira ia of superintendent of the Midland Educational Service Agency (ESA) on July 1. Also in April, the Vermontville Public Library was packed when the Vermontville Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) held a special public hearing regarding Weatherwax Farm Market and Nursery, which was under con­ struction at the comer of Vermontville and Ionia high­ ways. An attorney had filed an appeal with the ZBA on behalf of Royal and Vickie Stickles, who own and operate the Country Crossroads Party Store at the same intersection. The meeting was scheduled after a “heated’ discussion about the zoning for the new construction occured during the regular planning commis­ sion meeting on April 1. Stickles and others from the area said they attended the reg­ ular planning commission meeting because they were upset that they hadn’t been notified by the township of any zoning changes and Larry Weatherwax’s plan to build a business on the site. Before the ZBA hearing, Vickie Stickles said that she wasn’t happy that Vermontville township rezoned the entire area near the intersection of Ionia and Nashville highways rural resi­ dential, including their proper­ ty. Their business was “grand­ fathered” because it was already in existence when the zoning was changed. The Stickles also contended that because the area was now zoned rural residential, Weatherwax should not be allowed to sell ice cream and deli items in his farm market. “How can he do all that ifhe is hot zoned commercial?” Vickie Stickles asked. She also said she was wor­ ried that Weatherwax would be “infringing” on her business. “We have a- .population of less than 2,000. We already have a grocery store, two bars and two party stores and restau­ rants,” she said. “Why does he need to put in something that’s already here? They’ll be the storm, had to roam throughout the school, con­ ducting classes in the library, gym, auditorium and any­ where they could find usable space. After nearly four months of reconstruction, the teach­ ers were able to start moving their textbooks, computers and other teaching supplies back into their classrooms before Christmas break. The teachers and their students retumed to the refurbished classrooms when school resumed yesterday. Kim Kramer, superintend^ ent ofMaple Valley Schools, said he plans to say a few words during the open house at 4 p.m. and present the teachers displaced by the storm with "I Survived the Storin'1 certificates. Coffee, cookies, donuts and punch will be served during the open house. Now that they had a building to house the food distribution program, which provides free food to more than 200 families in need each week, the board for the pantry shelf quickly re­ formed as the board of direc­ tors for the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), to better reflect it’s growing community serv­ ice and outreach programs including the Clothing Closet and a job training and pre­ paredness program. By the end ofthe month, the community had rallied behind the MVCCOH and donations of labor and construction mate­ rials, etc. began flooding in as volunteers began the demoli­ tion and renovation project. April In April, after serving as the superintendent of Maple Valley Schools for eight years, Clark Volz tendered his resig­ nation effective June 30, 2004, so he could assume the position Price Reduced to $174,900 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, January 9 • 12 - 2 W. Main - Vermontville Hwy. to Irish N. Relax and enjoy the views from this 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch built in '96. A great location in Vermontville: 5294 Irish Road. Call for further details or to schedule a showing. This property contains 2 separate parcels: (1) 4 acre + (1)2 acre. C0LDUI8U BAN^BRQ UNITED CHARLOTTE ASSOC. INC., REALTORS 520 Robinson Charlotte, Ml 48813 Carla Wietzke Hewlett, REALTOR 517-541-0892 517-543-5483, Ext 23»chewlett@ia4u.net 8 i ft �just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, January 4,2005 Page 4 Commission bSFllJ on Aging Schedule of Events COUfl|l] [LjI CALENDAR OF EVENTS i Dairy Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg. Jan. 6 Commission of Aging Horse Developmental meeting, 7 p.m. location Jan. 10 Cold Meal to be announced. Wednesday, Jan. 5 Horse Judging meeting, 7 p.m., VFW Hall in Jan. 12 Homemade egg salad, Middleville. tomato salad, apricots, whole Cat Leaders meeting, 10 a.m., Extension Office. Jan. 13 wheat crackers. County Offices, Closed, Martin Luther King Jan. 17 Thursday, Jan. 6 Observance. Chefs salad, macaroni 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m.. Extension Office. Jan. 19 salad, pears. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Bldg. Jan. 20 Friday, Jan. 7 Red Cross Babysitting Class (first season), 9:30 Jan. 22 Tuna pasta salad, coleslaw, a.m.-2:30 p.m., Community Room at the Courts fruit parfait & Law Bldg. Monday, Jan. 10 Rabbit Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., location Ground bologna, garbonzo Jan. 24 to be announced. bean salad, applesauce, whole Horse Judging meeting, 7 p.m., VFW Hall in Jan. 26 wheat bread. Middleville. Tuesday, Jan. 11 State Awards/Teen Club, 7 p.m., Extension Wing dings, 3-bean salad, Jan. 27 Office. peaches, dinner roll. Jan. 28-29 MSU Horse Judging Clinic, Pavilion, Mich, state Univ., East Lansing. Hearty Meals Site and Red Cross Babysitting Class (second session), Jan. 29 Kilpatrick United Brethren HDM Noon Meal 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.. Community Room at the Church, Woodland officiat­ Wednesday, Jan. 5 Courts & Law Bldg. Roast beef w/gravy, ing. Goat Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Jan. 31 For those wishing, contri- mashed potatoes, mixed vegOffice. butions may be made to the etables, peaches, wheat Amer. Diabetes Found. Or bread. Breast Cancer Research in Thursday, Jan. 6 memory of ‘Madeline Lee Chicken Fettuccini, aspara­ COMING SOON... Sandborn. gus, Italian blend, tropical The family is being served fruit. by the Independent family Friday, Jan. 7 owned funeral home in Scrambled eggs, pancake, Sunfield, Rosier Funeral country potatoes, spiced Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Home. apples, orange juice. Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office For more information log Monday, Jan. 10 into www.legacy.com Chicken parmesan, cauli­ Tax Preparation E-Filing flower, green beans, pasta, cookie. Small Business Accounting SA / Jan. 5 ________ Madeline Lee “Mindi” Sandborn She met Bruce Sandborn and they were married. Later in her life they discovered she had diabetes and a debil­ itating arthritis condition both of which she struggled with. Mindi and Bruce have been living at their home in Erlanger, KY prior to her visits to the hospital Mindi was preceded in death by her mother, broth­ ers, Jack, and Paul, and KY “Mindi" Sandborn, of Erlanger, Ky, passed away Thursday December 23, 2004 at St Luke Hospital-West in Florence, KY, at the age of ERLANGER. Madeline Lee 52. Mindi was born September 15, 1952 in Ft. Clayton, Panama Canal Zone; daugh­ ter of Richard Lee and Kathleen Mae JKleismit) Weaver Sr. She was born with cataracts, when her Dad was serving in the Air Force. Her mother and father waited to have the eye surgery. When performed in the early 50’s it was unsuccessful and she was left with very limited vision. The family moved to Battle Creek, where she was one of the first students to attend the new Ann J. Kellogg school for handicap children. The program expanded, she graduated from Battle Creek High School and then attended Olivet College. nephew, Zebu 1 an. Surviving are her husband, Bruce G. Sandborn; daugh­ ter, Heather A. Smith; grand­ son, Bryan M. Sandborn; father, Richard L. Weaver Sr.; sister, April L. Salyers; brothers, Richard L. Weaver Jr., and Charles B. Weaver; 11 nieces and Nephews, Cory, Angela, Jeremy, Brandon, Natalie, Charles, Walter, Jennifer, Meagan, Laura, and Shawn. Funeral services were held Thursday, December 30, 2004 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with Rev. Darrel Bosworth of the Maple Valley Accounting <& Tax, LLC Dorothy Frances Bumstead (Adams) SUNFIELD Dorothy of Grand Rapids, daughter, Sara (Bill) Hildebrant, of Frances Bumstead (Adams), passed away Tuesday Sunfield, three grandchil­ December 28, 2004 unex­ dren, Angela, Joshua, Jacob, pectedly at her daughters two step grandchildren, Jen Lake, and Bill Hildebrant Jr., home at the age of 71. Dorothy was bom January four great grandchildren, 25, 1933 in Cuyahoga Falls, brother, Jack, (Kathleen) Ohio; daughter of Francis Adams of California; sisters, Charles and Sara L. (Kaster) Betty Gallo, of Mogadore, Adams. Ohio, and Josie McKay, of Mrs. Bumstead was pre­ Summit, Ohio. ceded in death by her father, Funeral services were held and a son, Dan Bumstead. Friday December 31,2004 at She is survived by her the Rosier Funeral Home, mother, Sara Wohlford, of Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Mogadore, Ohio; three chil­ Sunfield, with the Rev. Jeff dren, son, Tim Bumstead and Schrock of the Sunfield fiancd Laurie Scheele and United Methodist Church her children, Erin and Adam officiating. Scheele, and Erica Caruso, The family is being served son, Dave (Linda) Bumstead, by the Independent Family Tuesday, Jan. 11 (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville . . & Fa™ly O wner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Ask about our Special Student and Senior Rates!! Events Wednesday, Jan. 5 Hastings, Music with Charlie, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., nails, card games 12:30-2:30 p.m. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia. Delton, Reminiscence. Nashville, TV Time 11 a.m.1 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 6 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m. Nashville, Bingp. Delton, Puzzle/ Owned Funeral Home in Trivia. Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Friday, Jan. 7 - Hastings, Home. For more informa­ bingo, oil painting 9:30-11:30 tion, log onto www.legacy. a.m. Woodland, visiting. com Nashville, Granny’s Kids. Monday, Jan. 10 - Hastings - crafts 10 a.m., Music with Sam; card making 12:30-2:30 p.m. H,W,N Reminiscence Center. Delton, BP Clinic 11­ 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11 - Hastings Board Games 10-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dance **Our Family Serving Yours'* 1-2:30 p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.-l 1:30 a.m. • 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 RAL’s (Call for details) Sweet and sour meatballs, rice, carrots, Oriental blend, mixed fruit. Ice fisherman rescued from Saubee Lake An ice fisherman was rescued from Saubee Lake in Eaton County’s Sunfield Township Friday, Dec. 31, at about 4 p.m. Michael Arndt, 49, and his son, 12, told Eaton County Sheriffs deputies they had been ice fishing for approxi­ mately three hours when they decided, to walk toward shore. They heard the ice start to crack and it gave way under Arndt Patrick Guilford, 26, of Mulliken, was ice fishing on the south side of Saubee Lake and helped with the rescue. He heard a young boy screaming for help and Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net •s We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. 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Guilford had the boy get into the canoe and was able to rescue Arndt by pulling him into the canoe. Arndt, who was treated by Boneless Pork Combo Lakewood EMS at the scene, stated he was in about 10 feet of water when he broke through the ice. Authorities believe he was in the water for approximately fiye to ten minutes. “Had Guilford not been nearby when Arndt broke through the ice, I believe the outcome would have much more tragic,” said Sgt. Rod Sadler of the Eaton County Sheriffs Dept. He warned that because of the warm weather, ice may be precariously thin and urged ice fishermen to use extreme caution. 'Wsa 'S 'Sty �"We have a mercantile retail occupancy permit from the county," said Weatherwax. "As far as the county and state are concerned, we did everything by the book and they have no intention ofgetting involved." Weatherwax said he had made, "a tremendous financial investment," in the construc­ tion of the building of his farm market because he believed that the township had granted their approval for the project July In July, Harold Stewart, the owner of Build Masters which is located on the same comer as Weatherwax Nursery and Farm Market, filed for a zoning change for property on both sides of Nashville Highway, a half a mile east of Ionia Road west to the Barry-Eaton county line at Curtis Road. He asked that the property which is cur­ rently zoned rural residential be rezoned to commercial. "I’m not asking them to allow anything that isn’t here already," said Stewart, who In June, 115 young men and women graduated from Maple Valley High School as the class of 2004. from both the township and Eaton County and planned to continue with his plans to develop the farm market por­ tion ofhis business. In Vermontville, the Main Street intersection was closed when construction crews began work to install a new water main and widen portions of East Main Street as part of the village’s water improvement project. The Maple Valley Board of Education accepted the resig­ nation of Superintendent Clark Volz, effective July 1, 2004, and hired a consultant from the Michigan Association of School Boards to help them Climatological Station in Hastings, reported that 11 inch­ es of rain had drenched the Nashville area during the month ofMay. The Thomapple River, which reaches flood stage at seven feet, crested at 9.74 feet in Hastings before the floodwaters started to recede. Later, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced that federal disaster loans were available to homeowners, renters and businesses in the area because of the damage caused by the flooding. At 2 p.m. May 31, a Lancair IV-P, an experimental home­ built aircraft, crashed into a grove of pine trees hear Scipio were on the crash scene the next morning. They were not able to determine a cause for the crash. June Just one day later, tragedy struck again when Allen Mead, 49, the owner of Mead Sand and Gravel, died when the crane he was operating over­ turned into a pond, trapping him under the crane beneath the water. Divers from the Barry County Sheriff’s Department responded to the scene but were unable to save him. The Maple Valley Board of Education appointed Special Education Director Bev Black Arenac Eastern School District; and Fred Davenport, principal of Maplewood Elementary School. In Vermontville, Larry and Nancy Weatherwax reported that they were considering legal action after he received an official "stay of action" letter from Amy Laverty-Meeker, the township’s zoning administra­ tor, which stated that he could continue operating the green­ house and nursery portion of his business, but was not allowed to continue to operate the connected farm market. "They haven’t given us a choice," said Nancy Weatherwax. noted that the area had been previously been zoned cotn- mercia.l and there were several businesses of varying sizes already in the area. "I just want the zoning to mirror the resi­ dential-commercial mix that is already here." Stewart later amended his request, asking only that the properties belonging to him, Weatherwax, the Stickles, and Millers be rezoned as commer­ cial. In July, after two rounds of interviews, the Maple Valley Board of Education voted unanimously to offer the super­ intendent's position to Kramer who accepted the post effective Aug. 2. August During the Aug. 3 primary election, Mike Callton, the for­ mer president of the Maple Valley School Board and a trustee on the Nashville Village Council, defeated Barry County Board of See 2004, next page Mom, Grandma & Great Grandma 90 Irene Trowbridge turned 90 on Dec. 28. Her family include her son Lewis, his wife Emma, granddaughter Michelle and husband Jerry Whitman, grandson Mike Trowbridge and fiancee Deb Woolsey and great grandson Alex Whitman. She enjoyed a small dinner celebration with her family. 01532188 Pastor Dianne Bowden, of Nashville United Methodist Church, tells the Nashville Village Council that the village has been selected as the site for a Jimmy Carter Work Project 2005 Habitat for Humanity home. 04117360 search fro a replacement. Volz resigned after 8 years with the district to accept a position as the superintendent of the Midland Educational Service Agency. In late May, heavy rains pushed the Thomapple River and Thornapple Lake over their banks causing many who live near the water to evacuate their homes until the floodwaters receded. Dave McIntyre, who runs the National Weather Service Creek on Scipio Highway, east of Hagar Road, killing all three men onboard. They were Jeffrey Chen, 23, of Milford; Roger Hertz, 36, ofBurlington, Canada and. the pilot Allen Ward, 52, of Ypsilanti. According to a press release from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, the three were en route from Ypsilanti to Billings, Montana when the plane went down and all three were killed on impact. Investigators from the FAA as the interim superintendent until a replacement could be found for Volz. As they begun interviewing a pool of six can­ didates for the position, mem­ bers of the school board stated that they hoped to have a new superintendent in place by Aug. 1. By the end of the month, they had narrowed their list of candidates down to three: Kim Kramer, the assis­ tant superintendent of Plainwell Schools; Linda Olsen, superintendent of the >/ l'L_ L_ 11/1 11/1fl fl |v |vI !I■■f" f"■ IfIVffl fnl I k I IkI lk nV k VI !■■■ Vnkkln I * Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE [I------ Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HIJJS" EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES e Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI........................................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese (Sales Associate).................................................... 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(VL-89) gg“> �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 4, 2005 — Page 6 2004, continued from previous page Commissioners Chairman Jeff with a late summer storm that scary, but they went through building and provide treatment Mackenzie for the fifth district spawned straight line winds the building and made sure in case of injury. crew form the A which tore the roof from one everyone was' okay, and the seat on the County Board. Mackenzie, who had served wing of Maple Valley High weather was all clear before Vermontville Fire Department was also dispatched to clear on the board since 1998 and School and left debris across they let everyone go." kramer, who had assumed trees from the streets in was serving his fourth year as the school’s new athletic field, chair was defeated by a 20% slated to host it’s first game the superintendent’s post just a Vermontville so they would not margin. In Maple Grove only two days later. In addition, few weeks earlier, was in his block traffic and be a hazard to Township, Callton garnered a small, weak tornado toppled office preparing for a special pedestrians and motorists. 136 votes to Mackenzie’s 51. In Castleton Township, the vote was 295 to 88. Totals for the entire fifth district showed Callton with 513 votes and Mackenzie with 324. Write-in candidate Mark Noteboom came in a distant third with 116 votes. Callton carried 53.8% of the votes while Mackenzie took 34%. Also during the primary election, voters in Barry County ousted 10-year incum­ bent Sheriff Steve DeBoer who lost to challenger Dar Leaf. Later in the month, Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church, revealed to the Nashville Village Council that Nashville had been selected as the site for a Jimmy Carter Habitat for Humanity home, which would be completed in June, 2005 during the Jimmy Carter Foundation’s "Building Blitz." "There will be 250 homes built in the state of Michigan; 25 in Detroit, 25 in Benton The Michigan Department of Transportation announced that it was investigating a Harbor and the others will be the intersection of M-66 and M-79, south of Nashville. built throughout the state,” said Bowden, who noted that while the Lansing District of the trees The next day as soon as in downtown meeting ofthe board of educa­ United Methodist Church was Vermontville. tion when he looked out his county and state safety inspec­ partnering with Barry, County. When the storm struck at window to see the roof being tors released the site back to the Habitat for Humanity to bring approximately 5:45 p.m. Aug. lifted from the school. school district at 11:30 a.m., a the habitat building project to 25, there were dozens ofteach­ "I immediately looked out 30-40 man crew from Belfor, a Nashville, it was going to be ers, parents and students in the the window when I heard the national disaster clean up com­ community project and every­ school for seventh grade orien­ wind start up and I was there to pany based in Ann Arbor, one was invited to get tation and football players and see the roofleave the building," descended upon the scene and involved. cheerleaders were coming in he said. "It startled me to the started clearing debris from the "Even though it is being from the field where they had point where I was shaking and damaged classrooms and the brought here under the auspices been practicing. wondering, ‘is this really hap­ football field where Kramer of. the United Methodist Maple Valley Board of pening? Is the roof really promised Friday’s game would Church, it will succeed only if Education Trustee Allison gone?’" be held as scheduled.. the community gets behind it," Avery was at the school for ori­ Kramer said he immediately The Maple Valley Lions did she said, noting that the project entation with her son, Ross, radioed-high school principal indeed play their first game off comes with a $65,000 price tag. when the storm struck. She said Todd Gonser to make sure the the season and their inaugural "So I invite Nashville to join in the teachers, staff and adminis­ students and staffwere safe. game on the football field something that I think' should trators did a good job handling Gonser told kramer that behind the high school, sound­ be very good for galvanizing a potentially chaotic situation. everyone was safe and in the ly defeating Pewamoour community, working "The school was full ofpeo­ hallways, and there were no Westphalia 22-0. together on 'something that ple and football and cheerlead­ injuries. Gonser added that his September can’t do anything but benefit ing practice was going on, but staff knew what to do because In September, plans for the (the cqmmunity)." nobody panicked; it was all they had experienced a similar Habitat for Humanity house in The month drew to an end- 'Very well fun, " she said. "It was situation May 19, when Maple­ Nashville progressed as the Valley was hosting the regional representatives from Barry BRAKES • OIL CHANGE ■ EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS track competition. County Habitat for Humanity "We had 14 busloads ofkids and the Lansing District of the here when they issued (a torna­ United Methodist Church met do) warning," said Gonser. "I to sign a contract ofpartnership AUTO SERVICE, INC. have a great staff that knows to participate in the Jimmy what they are doing, and they Carter Work Project 2005. Thet followed all the procedures and began looking for a building precautions. The people were site within the village limits really cooperative too — the and members of the communi­ Jeff Dobbin, Owner parents were great, the students ty started to step forward offer­ ASE Master Technician were great We were fortunate. ing their assistance by helping 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. We can replace the building; to raising funds, donate materi­ | we can’t replace the people and als, time and labor to the proj­ Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available | the kids." ect. The Vermontville Fire In Nashville, another build­ Department and Emergency ing project was getting under Medical Service and the way as Doug and Louisa Castleton-Nashville-Maple Westendorp broke ground for Grove Fire Department and MOOville Dairy, located on Emergency Medical Service their farm near the intersection were at the school to secure the ofM-66 and M-79, south ofthe perimeters of the damaged village. The Westendorps hope JEFF DOBBIN’S 269-945-0191 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair October variety of options to realign storm, to repair the wing dam­ aged by the storm in August. The damage to the school was estimated at $2.3 million. Meanwhile, the Vermontville Express found itself unexpectedly closed for repairs after a man fell asleep behind the wheel ofhis pick-up truck which was westbound on Vermontville Highway. The truck left the road and hit a gas pump before coming to rest inside the store. The store was closed at the time the accident occurred at 2:37 a.m., and no one was injured. The driver, who said he had been drinking prior to the accident, had a blood alcohol level that was twice the legal limit of .08 when he took a preliminary ■Breathalyzer test on the scene, according to a report from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department. The man was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while under the influ­ ence of alcohol. On a lighter note, Nashville’s annual Harvest Festival returned Sept. 24-26, just in time to mark its 100th anniversary. Organizers said they planned activities that would appeal to people of all ages. In addition to the tradi­ tional crowning of the Harvest Festival King, Queen, Prince and Princess, there was a parade, pig roast, flea market, games, an art show, crafts, games and more. Also, after more than a year of contract negotiations, the Maple Valley School District teachers and support staffhad a new contract and an agreement that both administrators and staff alike hope will facilitate contract negotiations in 2006. Kramer reported that the teachers and support staffvoted "overwhelmingly" to accept the Reconstruction was the major news in the month of October. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced that it was investigating a variety of options for realigning the inter­ section of M-66 and M-79, south of Nashville, an area known locally as "Three Bridges." Julie Hurley, a communica­ tions representative for MDOT said that due to budget con­ straints, there were no defini­ tive plans as to when and how the project would be complet­ ed. "While we’re looking at dif­ ferent options for the realign­ ment, including bridge work and stream relocation; there isn’t funding for the realign­ ment, so we are just looking at. options; we don’t have specific plans. However, doing it in 2006 would be the best case scenario," she said. In 2003, the intersection became the focus of a local petition drive, which garnered more than 1,000 signatures from people across the s.tate. The petition drive was started by Claudia Andler, whose mother, Roxy Andler, was seri­ ously injured in an accident at the comer earlier in the year. As a result ofthe petition drive and the publicity it garnered, MDOT did a safety study ofthe intersection and determined that some changes needed to be made. To date, MDOT has put a flashing light at the comer, painted stop lines and removed part of the concrete railing on the bridge to improve sight lines at the comer. While reconstruction contin­ ued on the classrooms at Maple Valley High School, which were damaged by the August storm, Kramer said that there was a continuing investigation into why the storm damaged only the roof on the school’s newest wing. "About three-fourths of the roof will be replaced with a new, stronger steel support sys­ tem. The architect assured me that the new roof would be much stronger than the old See 2004, page 12 Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Richard Cobb • David Cobb Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville terms of the new three-year contract. The details of the contract included: 2% salary increase for teachers for the 2003-04 school year, a 2.25% increase for the 2004-05 academic year, and a 2% increase in 2005-06; a 2% increase for support staff for the 2003-04 school year, a 2.25 increase for 2004-05 and 2005-06 school years. The pay increase for the 2003-04 school year is to be paid retroactive to July 2003. Former Nashville Police Chef Bob Baker was named Barry County’s new undersher­ iff by Dar Leaf, who defeated Sheriff Steve DeBoer in the primary election in August Prior to his stint as the chief of police for Nashville, Baker served in the Battle Creek Police Department for 25 years. When he left Nashville he accepted a position in the kalamazoo Public Schools’ safety department to open the dairy, which will produce a variety ofdairy prod­ ucts including ice cream, in April 2005. The Maple Valley School District contracted with Belfor, the same company that cleaned up the school and athletic field after they were damaged by the (517) 852-9040 Mich- LlC- #23-1748 06571022 Log With Horses or Skidder o^eos �The Looking PRINTER? 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Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 545-4041 Fax (517) 545-2272 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 4,2005 — Page 8 Lions’ state champion tops all in 2004 Maple Valley senior Megan Garvey sails towards her championship in the long jump at the Division 3 State Track and Field Championships at Comstock Park High School. Her long jump medal was one of three she won at the state finals last June. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor To use terms more famil­ iar to those in the Maple Valley School district, she went nearly six yards. Any team or individual would have a tough time top­ ping the Lion gridders sev­ enth trip to the post season in the last eight years, which happened this fall. Senior Megan Garvey pulled it off by winning the long jump title at the Division 3 State Track and Field Championships last spring at Comstock Park with a best mark of 17’4. Leaping ability is just a drop in the bucket when it comes to Garvey’s athletic talents. Track and Field ath­ letes can compete in four events, Garvey qualified for the state finals in four and medaled in three. The Lion girls’ basketball programs all-time leading scorer, she also placed seventh in the state in the 200-meter dash, and helped the Lions’ 400meter relay team that includ­ ed Alisha Felmlee, Amy Abbott, and Dhanielle Tobias to a fifth place finish. Abbott had success of her own at state. She qualified in three events and medaled in all three. To go along with her participation on the medal winning relay team, Abbott placed fourth in the 300-meter hurdles and sev­ enth in the 100-meter hur­ dles. Another Lion lady placed at state. Senior Stefanie Joostbems was eighth in the 800-meter run. Right behind Garvey was then junior Josh Beardslee. He finished second in the state in the 110-meter hur- dies in Division 3 with a time of 14.90 seconds, and matched Garvey’s four event total. He also competed in the 300-meter hurdles, and in the 800- and 1600-meter relay races. In the 800-meter relay Beardslee qualified with Dan Brooks, Jason Wymer, and Adam Lamphere. The Lion boys’ state qualifying 1600-meter relay team consisted ofJason Beardslee, Josh Beardslee, Jarod Brooks, and Wymer. Also competing at the state meet from Maple Valley were a number of members of the girls’ team including Lisa Hamilton in the 300 hurdles and the pole vault, Tara Gordenski in the pole vault, Kelly Wilson in the shot put and the discus, Meagan Halliwill in the dis­ cus, and the 3200-meter relay team of Joostbems, Tobias, Jessica McMillen, and Tessa Robles. Along with their individ­ ual successes, the Maple Valley’s girls added a team regional championship and a Southern Michigan Athletic Association title, and went on to compete in the Michigan Interscholastic Track and Field Coaches Association Meet at Kent City High School where they finished fourth in Division 3 for the second year in a row. It was one of two SMAA titles the Lions won in 2004. Maple Valley’s varsity boys’ golf team won its third straight SMAA title under head coach John Hughes. The Lions won’t have too many more shots at SMAA titles. In 2004, it was announced that the SMAA and Tri River Athletic Conference will merge and form two conferences under the title of the Southern Michigan Activities Conference The five TRAC schools, Albion, Columbia Central, Hillsdale, Parma-Western and Stockbridge schools will be joined by Maple Valley and Leslie in one division, while the remaining SMAA schools, Bellevue, Dansville, Lansing Christian, Morrice, Olivet and Webberville will See SPORTS, next page The Lions’ Ben Boss drives an opponents head into the mat during the Division 3 Individual State Finals at the Palace. Boss won his way to a fourth place medal in the 140-pound weight class last winter. Lion runningback Denver Hine looks for room to run as the Montague Wildcats close in on him in the back­ field during the district championship contest, which was won by the Wildcats in Montague. The Lions’ Akok Malek strains as he nears the finish line at the Division 3 Cross Country Finals at Michigan International Speedway. Malek, a senior this fall, finished 86th out of 255 runners in the boys’ race. The Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team is all smiles after winning a Division 3 regional title on its own track last May. The regional championship earned the Lion ladies a second straight trip to the Michigan Interscholastic Track and Field Coaches Association team state finals, where they placed fourth in their division. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 4,2005 — Page 9 SPORTS, continued from previous page compete in the other divi­ but it came in the league sion. opener against their rivals Things should get tougher from Olivet. for all the Lion teams, and it At 8-1, the Lions headed will be interesting to see how into the play-offs in Division some of Maple Valley’s top 6 and had to take on the programs stack up once the defending state champions fall of 2005 comes around. from Ravenna on theTbad. The Lion wrestling team They knocked off the finished off the 2004 winter Bulldogs 26-6. season by coming from That’s where the football fourth place to win the season ended. Maple Valley SMAA tournament title, then fell to Montague on the road used that momentum to pro­ in the district final, 22-8. pel itself to it’s first district The Lions played their championship in 15 years, home contests on their new under the guidance of coach­ field behind the high school es Chris Ricketts and Tony for the first time this year, Wawiemia. Maple Valley even after part of the knocked off Parchment and school’s roof damaged the Pennfield in the districts, field when it blew off during before failing in the regional a microburst of air just two semifinals. days before the first home Leading the way for the game of the season was Lions was current senior Ben scheduled to be played. Boss, who was undefeated Wind and weather are heading into the into the things that most athletes, in individual state finals at the the fall and spring have to Palace of Auburn Hills. He deal with. For the most part, finished with a 52-2 record nobody does it better than for the season and a fourth the cross country runners. place medal in Division 3’s At the beginning of the 140-pound weight class. season, the big news was that His classmate Chris the Lions actually had two Morris also earned a trip to cross country teams, a boys’ the Palace, in the 171-pound and a girls’. weight class. He finished the In 2003, the Lion boys’ year with a 43-13 mark. cross country team included Morris and Boss both only junior Dustin Jones. played a big role in the Lion Jones, with the help of firstvarsity football season in the year head coach Robb Rosin fall of ‘04. The pair and their recruited enough boys for the teammates finished the regu­ Lions to earn team scores. lar season with just one loss, Akok Malek had been run- The Maple Valley varsity football team gathers on the field in Ravenna to celebrate its first round play-off victory over the host Bulldogs. The Lions made the play-offs for the seventh time in eight years when they finished the regular season with an 8-1 record. ning long distances with Jones on the Lion varsity boys’ track and field team for a whilevand Jones finally convinced him to join the cross country team. It paid off for Malek, who earned a spot in the Division 3 Cross Country State Finals at Michigan International Speedway, in Brooklyn. Malek finished 11 th in his regional, and then 86th at the state meet in a time of 17:20. -ad Graphics Maple Valley News Ads Amy Abbott, a junior last spring, begins to clear a hur­ dle in the 300-meter race at the Division 3 State Track and Field Championships at Comstock Park High School. Abbott competed in three events at the state finals, and earned a medal in all three. * ml Graphics Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers The Lions’ Josh Beardslee cruises around the course in the 300-meter hurdles at the Division 3 State Track and Field Championships last spring. Beardslee qualified for state in four events, including the 110-meter high hurdles, in which he finished second overall. * Lakewood News * Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News Reminder * Weekender • Hastings Banner Over 64)000 Papers Distributed Every Week! an Graphics \7a IleyNe ivs 1351 N. M-43 Highway * P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 • Fax (269) 945-5192 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday January 4. 2005 — Page 10 Nashville firm’s creation inspires American Chopper sleigh This photo of a sleigh in production at Justin Carriage Works in Nashville inspired the sleigh created and fea­ tured on the Discovery Channel cable television show American Chopper. The Christmas Bike used by Paul Teutuls Sr. to pull the sleigh used during this year’s American Chopper Christmas show to deliver presents to needy families. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer K sleigh designed by Herb Andler, owner of Justin Carriage Works in Nashville, was the inspiration for the sleigh created by Orange County Choppers for use during their annual American Chopper Christmas program, which aired Dec. 20 on the Discovery Channel. Orange County Chopper is a custom chopper compa­ ny, founded in Rock Tavern, NY in 1999, specializing in theme bikes . In September 2002, Orange County Chopper introduced its reali­ ty television show American Chopper on the Discovery Channel. A year later, American Chopper star Paul Teutul Sr. delivered presents to needy families on a custom deigned Christmas Bike, which fea­ tured reindeer antlers, run­ ners and a variety of other Christmas motifs. For Christmas 2004, Teutul wanted a sleigh to pull behind his Christmas Bike so he began searching for ideas. • "They had gone onto a lot of Web sites looking for sleigh designs, and they liked the one they saw on ours and asked if they could copy it, and we said yes," said Claudia Andler, who runs the office at Justin Carriage Works. Teutul learned about Justin Carriage Works from Todd Andler, who owns a ’98 Harley 1200 Sportster and is an avid fan of American Chopper. "I stopped in at Orange County Chopper when I was in New York making a deliv­ ery. The Teutuls weren’t in but I talked with the people there and left them a busi- ness card," said Todd, who later met the Teutuls at an annual "ride" held in Sturgis, Mich. "They built the sleigh out of steel and put wheels on it so they could pull it on the streets behind the Christmas Bike. It was pretty cool," said Todd. "They air brushed Santa on the front of the sleigh, candy canes on the side and all kinds of stuff. I wish we had painters like that here, but they probably spent $15,000 just on air­ brushing alone." Claudia said that Paul Teutul Sr., Mikey Teutul, Mike Campo and Rick (last name unknown) worked on the American Chopper sleigh. "When they were done they took about 30 baskets of clothes that Wal-mart had donated and toys they had bought from Toys ‘R’ Us and delivered them to three needy families. Paul Jr. and Mikey were in the sleigh dressed up like elves and Paul Sr. pulled the sleigh with his Christmas Bike," said Claudia. Because Justin Carriage Works allowed them to use their design, American Chopper featured their Web enjoys watching American Chopper because Orange County Chopper is a family owned and operated business much like his own. "It reminds me so much of the stuff that goes on around here," he said with a smile. "Paul Sr. and his son are at odds 23 hours of the day. He wants things done his way, and the kid wants to do it his way." While Todd said that he thinks the garages at Justin Carriage Works have plenty of room that could be adapt­ ed to build custom bikes, like those produced by Orange County Choppers, Herb said he is happy building custom carriages, wagons, sleighs and more from wood, fiber­ glass and steel. "We have more than 150 basic models and doing cus­ tom designs is what keeps it interesting," said Herb as he watched a craftsman work­ ing on an old-time pharmacy delivery wagon that he designed. Claudia said she would like to fuse the two ideas. "I’ve been trying to con­ tact them to see if we could build a carriage and then have (Orange County Chopper) put a motor in it," she said. Justin Carriage Works is located at 7615 S. M-66 by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library December ends with con­ test winners A.J. Olmstead and Sean Lennox both guess­ ing the correct number of candy canes hidden around the library and Bridget 'King’s ornament was select­ ed from the tree decorating drawing. January begins with the start ofour adult winter read­ ing program called, “Snow is falling, books are calling.” The program will run from January 4,2005 to March 26, 2005. All patrons ages 16 and up are urged to stop in and pick up their first bingo type cards. Many fine prizes have been donated from area Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings merchants to be given away as reading incentives. Call the library at 726-1362 for details. The library has an elected board of directors that deserve to be recognized for their continued service. They are President Dotty McDougal, Vice President Mary Fisher, Treasurer Shirley Harmon, and Recording Secretary Janet Valdick, Ed Curth and our newest member Jen Baker are Trustees. Latest additions to the libraries collection are: A Adult Fiction Christmas Promise and A New Leaf by Thomas Kinkade and Katherine Spenser (both in large print). Adult Non-Fiction - Mobil Travel Guide Northern Great Lakes 2005; Bobby Flay Cooks American: Great regional recipes with sizzling new flavors by Bobby Flay. New DVD’s - Collateral (R), Pitch Black (NR), Bourne Supremacy (PG-13), The Princess Diaries 2 (G), I Robot (R) and King Arthur. Jillian Bella Strotheider, daughter of Jason and Melissa Strotheider of Nashville, made her debut as Barry County’s New Year Baby for 2005 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings at 5:40 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 2. Weighing in at 7 lbs., 7 oz. and measuring 19 1/2 inches in length, Jillian’s parents said she is the pride and joy of their 5 1/2-year old son Tony. “He’s just loving this; he’s at school today showing everybody pictures,” said Melissa. “We were anticipating a Christmas baby, but she had other ideas,” said Jason of the newborn daughter he cra­ dled in his arms. Melissa went into labor Sunday morning and arrived at Pennock at 1:15 p.m. and gave birth to Jillian four hours and 25 minutes later. Unlike the _ hoopla and mayhem that often accompa­ nies the birth of the New Year’s Baby in hospitals in large metropolitan areas, nurses at Pennock Hospital in Hastings weren’t counting seconds to see which baby was bom first because the Strotheiders were the only GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the nevus ofBarry County. Jason and Melissa Strotheider with their daughter, Jillian Bella, Barry County’s New Year’s baby for 2005. expectant parents in the birthing center that day. “The nurses were so nice and we were really spoiled because we were the only people in here yesterday,” said Melissa. “It was a real good experience, and to top it all offwe found put we had the New Year’s baby.” As Barry County’s 2005 New Year’s Baby, Jillian and her family will receive the following gifts from local businesses and merchants: • A one year subscription to the Hastings Banner from J-Ad Graphics. • A $25 gift certificate from Plumb’s Valu Rite Foods. • A $25 gift certificate and 3 boxes of birth announce­ ment cards from Cinder hall­ mark. • A gift certificate from Fall Creek Restaurant. • A $10 gift certificate from McDonald’s. • A $25 gift certificate from Pennook Gift Shop. • A vaporizer from Bosley Pharmacy. • A gift certificate from Barlow Florist and Barlow Christian Book Store. • A $20 gift certificate from Kmart. • A $20 gift certificate from Mexican Connexion. • A free manicure from Livie’s. • A $15 gift certificate from Vitale’s Pizza. • Baby’s first haircut, from Razor’s Edge. • A free monthly memory bunny portrait from White’s Photography. • A personalized embroi­ dered baby blanket from NBT Screenprinting & Embroidery. • A $25 gift certificate from Fashion Bug. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 4,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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This year’s final membership tally boasts Farm Bureau’s nation­ wide grassroots strength by 108, 918 member families. Already the nation’s largest general farm organization, the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) final 2004-membership total stands at a record 5.6 million member families, marking the 44th consecutive year of national membership growth. With a total of 204,623 reg­ ular and associate members, the Michigan Farm Bureau ranks 11th among state Farm Bureaus with the largest mem­ berships. According to AFBF President Bob Stallman, Farm Bureau’s nationwide growth is $40. (269)948-7921 Miscellaneous SBA to celebrate Small Business Week 2005 FREE INSTALLED DISH NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call The U.S. Small Business Administration will mark National Small Business Week in Washington, D.C., Recreation April 26-28, 2005, with SBA FOR SALE: 1990 30' Class A Expo ‘05 showcasing Small motorhome, 27,000 miles, Business Persons of the Year runs great, $23,000. Call winners from each state, and (269)838-8909. featuring the announcement of the National Small Business of M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. Seventh grade students learn about asset building the Year. SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Jan. 5 Aleena Hamilton and MacKensye Acona give a presentation on asset building to a group of seventh grade students in Maple Valley Junior High. by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Last week seventh grade students in Maple Valley Junior High School learned about assets and how they can recognize, find and develop them in their own lives, communities and school. The informative presenta­ tions were given by students Norm Porter, Zeke Wieland, Kyle Pash, Jed Wieland, Aleena Hamilton and MacKensye Acona, who are members of the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Assets Team. In 2000, the Search Institute, underwritten by Lutheran Brotherhood, which provides financial services, community service opportunities and philan­ thropic outreach in commu­ nities nationwide, conducted a survey, in conjunction with the Eaton County Intermediate School District (EISD). The survey included all 7th, 9th and 11th grade students in Maple Valley Schools. The students were asked questions designed to determine the existence of and quantify 40 internal and external assets in individuals, their school and their com­ munity. "An asset is any positive value or influence that helps young people to thrive, and helps them make wise deci­ sions and choose a positive lifestyle. The more assets a child has in their life, the bet­ ter it will be," said Lorraine Benedict, an interim coun­ selor at Maple Valley High School who is helping with the Assets Team. The results of the study were analyzed by the Search Institute and based on their Endings, Maple Valley High School Counselors Judy Hager and Jennifer Kutchera selected teachers and stu­ dents to participate in the district’s first Assets Team. "The Assets team made a similar presentation to the teachers during in service earlier this year, and they decided to target the 7th graders because this is their first year in the school," said teacher Sandra Briggs. "The students were broken up into three groups and two stu­ dents from the Assets Team talked to the groups about the 40 developmental assets and how to develop them." During the presentation, the students were asked to fill out an individual survey to help them determine what assets they did and didn’t have in their own life. They also discussed ways they could increase the number of assets in their home, commu­ nity and school. "The students also dis­ cussed what assets we need­ ed to work on improving in the school," said Briggs. "After the incident in Columbine, we’re focusing on bullying, the negative effect it can have on a school and what we can do to elimi­ nate it.” recognition of the organiza­ effectiveness and commitment tion’s effectiveness as an to members. advocate for grassroots public “Families joining Farm policy developed by its mem­ Bureau at the grassroots level bers, and the many outstand­ are the foundation of our ing programs and services national success,” Stallman Farm Bureau provides to help said. “This year’s membership improve the quality of rural gain provides new resources life and boost farm and ranch that will help make Farm success. Bureau even more effective in “Having nearly 109,000 the national public policy new families join Farm arena. Bureau this year affirms our “The organization has never ongoing effort to represent and been stronger and I am proud serve America’s farm and to say that Farm Bureau will ranch families,” Stall man play a supporting role in the said. “Farm Bureau makes a lives of more American fami­ positive difference in peoples’ lies than ever before.” lives, and anyone associated Over the last three years, with Farm Bureau should take total Farm Bureau member­ pride in this obvious sign of ship nationwide has increased approval.” by more than 528,000 mem­ Stallman said this year’s bers. The record high member­ outstanding membership ship gain was recorded in achievement could be traced 1977, when 219,098 new to Farm Bureau’s overall members were added. Chicken rings, mashed potatoes, fruit cocktail, ani­ mal crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Jan. 6 Pizza, tossed salad, pear halves, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Jan. 7 Cheesie bread sticks, spaghettios, fresh fruit, pret­ zel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Jan. 10 Chicken tenders, roll, tater tots, pears, 1/2 milk. Tuesday, Jan. 11 Ravioli, nachos, tossed salad, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Jan. 5 Choose One Ravioli, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, apple crisp, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 6 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, spaghettios, pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Jan. 7 Choose One - Rib sand­ wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, country chicken bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. Monday, Jan. 10 Choose One - Hot pocket, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, carrot sticks, applesauce, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 11 Choose One Chicken fries, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, peach cup, juice, milk. National Small Business Week honors some of the nation’s estimated 25 million small business owners that have helped to drive the nation’s economy. Small busi­ nesses employ more than half the country’s private work force, create three of every four new jobs and generate a majority of American innova­ tions. SBA Expo ‘05 will also fea­ ture special events that include a small business expo, a busi­ ness matchmaking event, busi­ ness seminars, a town hall meeting and award cere­ monies honoring America’s top entrepreneurs and state and national small business winners. Other highlights will include notable speakers and business industry leaders from trade associations, and local and federal governments. One of the cornerstone events ofSBA Expo '05 will be the SBA’s “Hall of Fame” that will recognize some of the country’s most successful companies that started with SBA assistance. The “Hall of Fame” was inaugurated during the SBA’s golden anniversary in 2003. More than 20 U.S. companies hold the honor of being inducted into the SBA’s “Hall of Fame,” many of which have become interna­ tional leaders in their field. The “Hall of Fame” inductees for 2004 included Columbia Sportswear. Herr Foods Inc. and the Quizno’s Master LLC. 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 discrimina­ tion 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 of 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. OPPORTUNITY 06571010 ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS Anyone interested in serving on the Village of Vermontville Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) please contact the Village Office by 12:30 p.m. January 6, 2005. Village Council Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Volleyball Before the holiday break. Maple Valley senior Kyndra Root helped the varsity volleyball team to three wins at the Corunna Invitational. Root led her team with 42 digs on the day, and also added 16 kills, 18 service points, and 12 assists. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 11 N. 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Locally, voters in Barry County turned down a pro­ posed half mill levy to protect prime farmland from develop­ ment and urban sprawl. Also in Barry County, Hastings attor­ ney William Doherty was elected probate judge, defeat­ ing appointed interim Probate Judge Stephanie Fekkes by 52 November The biggest news in to 48 percent of the votes’cast November was the results of Dar Leaf, who defeated the election. Barry County fol­ Sheriff Steve DeBoer in the lowed the national trend by re­ August primary, held offwrite­ electing Republican George W. in candidate Jason Sixberry by Bush over Democratic candi­ tallying up 21,458 votes to date John Kerry. Bush took Sixberry’s 2,773. . In Eaton County, voters elected Mike Raines as their new sheriff. After his election, Raines appointed Sheriff Dept. Capt. Fred McPhail as his new undersheriff. "There is still some investi­ gation into other factors focus­ ing on design and construction issues, such as how the roof was tied into the building, the welds in the steel around the window casings," he said. "There hasn’t been real clear reasons and we don’t have definitive answers; but we do believe the damage was caused by a combinations of factors." December Hastings attorney William Doherty (right) defeated appointed interim Probate Judge Stephanie Fekkes in the November election. Here, the candidates are shown before the forum which was held at Castleton Township Hall before the election. In December the Nashville Village Council unanimously voted to increase water and sewer rates for the first time in many years. Effective in January 2005, sewer rates will increase 17 cents per thousand gallons and water by 22 cents per thousand gallons. Village Council President Frank Dunham explained that the council was taking the measure because water and sewer rates had only been raised three times since 1995 and the income generated was not keeping up with expendi­ tures. "All we’re doing is looking to break even," he said. Later in the month, just before Christmas break, the six teachers who were displaced from their classrooms due to the damage from the storm in August were allowed to return From All OfUs At KCC! CO The KCC FEHSENFELD CENTER will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, January 3, 2005. Winter semester classes will begin on or after January 10th. There is STILL time to enroll STILL time to putyour new year to wise use by investing in yourself through a quality higher education. But, you WILL have to hurry... time is running short. Visit us online at www.kellogg.edufor schedules and registration particulars. Well see YOU in 2005! 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"It’s completely awesome," said leadership and English teacher Norma Jean Acker. Nashville man honored for volunteer service to maple syrup association by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Last week friends and fel­ low members of the Nashville Maple Syrup Association gathered at Clay’s Dinner Bell in Nashville to present Lloyd Priddy with a plaque, honor­ ing him for his many years of dedicated volunteer service to the association. Priddy, who was surprised by the honor, said he wasn’t sure how long he has volun­ teered with the syrup associ­ ation but figures it has been "about 30 years." "It’s been so long I can’t remember, but I think I start­ Blair Hawblitz (right) presents Lloyd Priddy (left) with ed helping out around 1975," he said. "I just went down a gallon of maple syrup and a plaque honoring him for there to help one day, and his years of volunteer service to the Nashville Maple I’ve been helping ever Syrup Association. since." Blair Hawblitz, who pre­ Priddy. "They kept a team of sented Priddy with the horses that they never used plaque and a gallon of except to collect sap, and Nashville maple syrup, said those horses knew right Priddy “sure has helped out a where to stop along the lot down there (at the sugar way." shack). We just wanted to a In 1957, Priddy moved to do a little something for all Cape Canaveral, Fla. where his years of service to the he lived and worked until OFFERING COMPLETE Nashville Syrup Association. 1967 when he returned to the WATER & WELL When Priddy joined the Nashville area. DRILLING & PUMP association he already had Hawblitz and the others, years of experience in tap­ who were at the Clay’s SALES & SERVICE ping trees, hauling sap and Dinner Bell last week for 4” TO 12” WELLS making syrup. He was a coffee and a chance to honor * Residential young boy when his family their old friend last week, • Commercial moved to the Maple Valley said they look forward to • Farm area and settled on a farm seeing Priddy at sugaring just north of Vermontville. time again this year. We stock a complete line of... "When I first started mak­ "We ain’t letting him quit • Pumps * Tanks ing maple syrup they used to now," quipped one of the Plastic & Steel Pipe use horses to pull the wagon men at the table. Other Well Supplies to gather the sap," said EWING WELL DRILLING INC. WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner FROST GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Estimates Available Free Estimates (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. . VERMONTVILLE s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa 06590554 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-01-11.pdf a50636bfd87152b7288befe783f49668 PDF Text Text HASTIN1G2S1 SP CUHBULRICCH LSITBRARY T1I2N1GSS CMHlU 4R9C0H5S 8T HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 / / Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 2, January 11, 2005 Vermontville Twp. Plan Commission denies rezoning after much debate by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Vermontville Township Planning Commission Thursday night denied 4-1 a rezoning pro­ posal for four rural business­ es to better reflect the current use of the properties. JoeAnn Nehmer cast the sole supporting vote to rec­ ommend the rezoning to the Township Board for approval. Harold Stewart, owner of Build Masters, submitted a request last July to have the property on which his busi­ ness is located, plus Royal and Vickie Stickles’ Country Crossroads party store, Larry Weatherwax’s Farm Market and Nursery, and David Coblentz’s Riverside Oak Furniture rezoned from rural residential to commercial/light industrial to better reflect current use of the properties. All are located near the comer of Ionia Road, and Nashville Highway. The property on which the businesses stand previously was zoned commercial. However, when the county turned the control of zoning over to the township a couple of years ago, the township rezoned the area rural resi- dential. In an interview the day after the planning commis-1 sion’s vote, Stewart expressed his disappoint­ ment in the commission’s decision. “I thought I was doing the “You can’t say, and it is illegal to say that you can’t have any commer­ cial (property) in a town­ ship, and it opens yourself up to a lawsuit... so I hope you refer this (rezon­ ing request) to the town­ ship (board) so they can vote on it. ” — Harold Stewart township a service by requesting that the properties be rezoned commercial. I thought it would give them an opportunity to resolve the issue without having to go through an expensive law­ suit,” he said. “If they would rezone the properties com­ mercial it would resolve the problem.” Throughout much of the past year, the township plan­ ning commission, the Township Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA), Royal and Vickie Stickles and Larry Weatherwax have been embroiled in a zoning dis- pute. April, but referred the por­ The Stickleses had their tion dealing with the farm attorney file an appeal on market to the Planning their behalf last April with Commission for considera­ the ZBA. At that time the tion. Stickleses said they were “...(The township) needs upset that their property was to set parameters as to how rezoned to rural residential far (Weatherwax) can take without their knowledge. non-nursery items,” said However, while their party David Chase," ZBA chair­ store was “grandfathered in” man. as an existing business, they In May, the township contended that Weatherwax issued a stay of action should not be allowed to against Weatherwax, pro­ open and operate a farm mar­ hibiting him from operating ket in what was now zoned the farm market portion of rural residential. his business, but allowing Weatherwax, who had him to continue selling already started construction plants and nursery stock. on the building that would However, Weatherwax once house his farm market, con­ again contended that he had tended that he had been up followed proper procedure front with the township from and obtained all the required approvals and planned to the very beginning. “When I submitted my continue to develop the farm application to the board for market portion of his busi­ approval, I said that I wanted ness. Weatherwax later filed to build a nursery and farm a lawsuit against the townmarket that was sort of a miniature version ofthe ones you would find in Lansing, Battle Creek and Grand Rapids,” he said at the time. “I went through all the proper channels to get my permit. I’ve acted within the guidelines all the way.” During its regular January The ZBA rejected the por­ Vermontville tion of the appeal regarding meeting, Weatherwax’s building last Village Council unanimous­ ly approved the applications of the Theresa SpagnuoloO’Dell, Mark Jorgensen, Jason Sheridan and Marion Alexander for seats on the earned from fund-raisers. The motion included a village’s newly formed provision that Loma Wilson, Zoning Board of-Appeals. The board also unani­ the EMS board’s secretary and treasurer, would assume mously approved appointing control of the EMS bank council member Garry account, on behalf of the Patrick as an alternate and Village Council representa­ board, for one year. However, Wilson reported tive to the ZBA- Brad that as she was going over Holton’s application to the the EMS association’s check ZBA was approved at a pre­ bdok with Denise Scramlin, vious meeting of the council. The council also approved the EMS office manager, they could not determine if a motion to allow IT there was .enough money in Technologies to install its the account to pay the bal­ high speed wireless Internet equipment on the village ance the credit card in full. “Denise thought she had water tower. The municipal would receive enough to come up with the offices balance after the equipment Internet connection for free and IT would be charged no See EMS, page 10 rent for one year. At the end finishing their course and paying the balance of their tuition, the EMS association was left with a $3,945 bal­ ance on the credit card. During last month’s meet­ ing, the board unanimously approved a motion for the two townships to purchase the EMT training equipment from the EMS association that could be used by both the EMS and fire department at a cost of $2,045. Castleton is picking up two-thirds of the total cost and Maple Grove one-third. The move left the EMS with a credit card balance of $1,892, which EMS person­ nel would be responsible for paying off with money Nashville, Vermontville burglaries connected? by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The County Eaton Sheriff’s Department is investigating a break-in at Weatherwax Nursery and Farm Market Dec. 26 and Maplewood another at Elementary School Jan. 4.. Both incidents are similar to one reported Dec. 12 att Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville. Deputy Jason Shipman, who investigated both of the break-ins in Vermontville, said his department would be in contact with the Nashville Police Department and the Michigan State Police post in Hastings to determine if there is a connection. In all three incidents, the suspects gained access through a win­ dow at the rear of the build­ ing, took cash and checks voted on by the Planning Commission during last week’s regular meeting. Before the commission conducted the roll-call vote during the meeting last “I have no doubt that if week, the floor was open to a new industrial and com­ comments from the public. mercial center is allowed Weatherwax was the first to get a hold it will have to speak. an economic detriment to “Council members and the village that is not friends, I have said little at intended to happen. ” the township meetings since — David Chase the Zoning Board of number one, the Planning Commission, Appeals, requesting that property on wrongfully accepted the both sides of Nashville appeal; number two, with no Highway, a half mile east of power to do so, sought and Ionia Road west of the adopted an 1880s-style defi­ Barry-Eaton County line at nition of a farm market and Curtis Road be rezoned to nursery; and number three, reflect the residential-com­ ruled in favor of my compe­ mercial mix that already tition (Stickles) and said that existed in the area. Stewart the zoning board, the zoning later amended his request to administrator gave me too include only the properties much authority to, number owned by him, Coblentz, See REZONING, page 2 Stickles and Weatherwax as Village of Vermontville picks 1st ZBA members EMS Board pays off credit card balance by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Board has paid off the remaining balance of a credit card opened in 2003 in the name of the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville EMS Association by Ardie Reid, EMS coordinator. Arrangements will be made for the association to repay the board. The card was opened by Reid and used to purchase equipment for an emergency medical technician (EMT) training course offered in 2004. When several of the students dropped out before ship, which is slated for a hearing in Eaton County Circuit Court in March. Stewart submitted his first rezoning request in July to while leaving behind other items of value. According to Maplewood Elementary School Principal Fred Davenport, the break-in at Maplewood was discov­ ered by maintenance staff early Tuesday, Jan. 4. He said it appeared that the sus­ pects gained entry to the school by prying open one of the windows in teacher Bob Smith’s classroom. The sus- pects then broke an interior window to the school office where they rummaged through the secretaries’ file cabinets. “They went through the secretaries’ things until they found the key to the closet where we keep, the safe, which they took,” said Davenport. “We called the See BURGLARIES, page 12 of the first year, the subject Wingspread Inc. was not ofthe free service for munic­ completed yet. ipal offices and rent on the O’Dell said the project is use of the water would be under budget because the vil­ taken up again by the coun­ lage is penalizing cil. Wingspread $300 per work­ According to IT Tech rep­ ing day, which already cost resentative Micah Steed, the company approximately after the antennas are $6,000. He added that the installed on the water tower, electrical inspection has been local residents could pur­ passed and they are waiting chase receiving equipment for Consumers Energy to run for their homes at an average the electricity to the building. cost of $100 to $150 and get The council approved a high-speed Internet service proposal to upgrade street for $35 a month. He said lighting on West Main Street subscribers would have a between Sherman Street and download speed of 512K, an Westside Drive. One light upload speed of 256K and would be added and two that 18 watt, DC power mercury vapor lights would be replaced with sodium would be needed. Monte O’Dell the head of lights at a cost of $1,227.20. A water committee meet­ Vermontville’s Department of Public Works reported to ing has been set for 10 a.m. the council that the village’s Tuesday, Jan. 11, to discuss new well and pump house the base charge for water was scheduled to be com­ service for non-profit organi­ pleted by Nov. 26, but the zations within the village work, being done by service area. In This Issue Browniew aid tsunami relief efforts Renovated classrooms unveiled in open house Free Health services offered at MVCCOH Maple Valley eagers push winning streak to 5 games Volleyball improves win total to 12 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 11,2005 — Page 2 REZONING, continued from page 1 one sell product that is obvi­ ously what the residents of Vermontville Township and Maple Valley area want; and number two, to create tax revenue, and, number three, create new jobs,” he said. “My legal counsel has rec­ ommended that I not speak in the past meetings, so as not to muddy the water on what I had asked for and was given — the unanimous vote of approval to do this at my first zoning meeting, now that we are in litigation,” continued Weatherwax. “I believe now though that this decision was the one that most voters in Vermontville wanted and still want.” Weatherwax went on to compare Vermontville to Mayberry, the town popular­ ized on television by the Any Griffith Show, many decades ago. “We can grow, but we can’t stay the same if we want to accomplish any­ thing,” he said. “It is important that the members of this board remember that you were not elected to carry out your own wishes, or the wishes of friends or relatives, but to carry out the wishes of the voters,” added Weatherwax. “My competitor brought to you a petition with twenty some signatures, most of whom do not even live in our area... I bring you a petition today, with some 125 signa­ tures, of local residents liv­ ing within a four- or fivemile radius. After presenting the peti­ tion to Bob Rulison, chair­ man of the Planning Commission, Weatherwax said he believed there were other petitions circulating the area that he had not received in time for the meeting due to the snow­ storm, which had closed schools that morning. “This fight is not about three or four businesses wanting to operate and be commercial, to do things that need to be done, but it is real­ ly about the future, having enough growth to take care of our own, and all who wish to join us, having jobs for our kids and grandkids, hav­ ing enough revenue to prop­ erly pay for fire protection, and our fire fighters who give us that protection, public safety, policemen who give us that safety, schools and teachers who teachers who work in those schools, public works and public works employees who take good care ofroads and struc­ tures, that’s what it is about,” said Weatherwax who went on to say the township would need growth and a strong tax base to face the demands of the future. “I charge you tonight not to listen to the self-seekers, but to listen to the future. Changes are coming...” he concluded. Stewart took to the floor next. “I heard during the special Celebrating 75 Years in the Community! STAN t’s not by accident that we’ve represented our community for 75 years. As an independent agency, we tailor the best insurance protection at tive prices. We represent only the finest insurance compa­ KELLY nies, like Auto-Owners, The “No Problem” People® Ask us about the many other advantages of doing business with an indepen­ dent insurance agency. KEN sAuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Tkl'No ffotfonftop/kP TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 meeting (in December) that petition, before changing the Vermontville was going to­ subject. “This all started be a bedroom community. when he (Weatherwax)... Well, when there’s commer­ because he tried to say we cial property there... that said he would sell to him. I will almost double your got his paperwork... he came to my wife claiming he’d property taxes,” he said. give us ‘x’ amount of dollars “They want a new fire bam. How are we going to pay for for the property and invento­ a new fire bam? It would be ry. I never said we’d sell to nice to have more blacktop him. I told this lady here road in the township, but if (indicating the reporter from you chase away all the com­ the Maple Valley News), she mercial use to Barry County, came into my store one day, which is happening, they’re and I told her, right across not going to get any money, the counter, that I never said I would sell to him. That’s Barry County is. “You can’t say, and it is what my attorney, and she illegal to say that you can’t was out there, when he told have any commercial (prop­ me not to say anything to her erty) in a township, and it because it looked like she opens yourself up to a law­ was advertising for her. suit... so I hope you refer Every time she put in the this (rezoning request) to the paper, a picture of his busi­ township (board) so they can ness was in there and she put vote on it,” concluded in there everything he said Stewart. about that we would sell to After Rulison discussed him. We never said that we the petitions submitted by would sell to him...” Stickles at last month’s spe­ After further discussion cial public hearing and those about the petitions, and dis­ submitted by Weatherwax cussion between Rulison and that evening, and how much Chase whether or not they weight the commission should be made public, members should give them, Stewart once again spoke up. Royal Stickles took the floor. “My only comment is that “I got more signatures...” I don’t want to see the town­ said Stickles, refer to his ship in another lawsuit,” he said. After commenting on some issues about potential problems with wetlands, which were brought up dur­ Downtown Hastings on State St. ing the special public hearing 945-SHOW in December, Stewart added -$5.25 Kids all shows I $5.50 Seniors that the county had no prob­ $6:00 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat $5.75 DAILY Matlness til 6pm lem with Weatherwax’s building and farm market. | Unlimited Free Drink RofIlls 8 ,25» Cars Refills | “They gave him all the per­ mits based on what the origi­ SHOWS & SHOWTIMES nal referral from you.” SUBJECT TO CHANGE “In fact, we have no wet­ SHOWTIMES 1/10-1/13 lands on my property what­ FAT ALBERT (PG) digital soever,” said Weatherwax. 1: 00,3:00,5:00,7:00,9:00 FLIGHT OF THE PHOENIX (PG-13) “ Ifyou look at the topog map 2: 10,4:35,7:10 MEET THE FOCKERS (PG-13) provided by the county there DIGITAL / STADIUM SEATING is not a single inch of my 1: 50,4:15,6:50,9:15 LEMONY SNICKET’S A SERIES OF property which is in the wet­ UNFORTUNATE EVENTS (PG) lands. Nor, is there 'on DIGITAL / STADIUM SEATING 2: 00,4:25,7:00,9:20 David’s property which is OCEAN’S TWELVE (PG-13) 9:30 south of the road, Vermontville Highway.” ZOoz-DRINK HS, with $2.50 purchase | “Believe me, the county of 46oz bag of buttery popcorn I nne«»*1OHK»™4 FEB 28 2005 “MV E? ? is not going to let you hurt 1| BESJT DhEALti in eN4ewslfetter at J E |__— Jwwhastinps4:cofn_ __ J the wetlands. If you wanted HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 -616-731 -5194 or 1 -517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. * 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ ........ 11 a.m. .................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Church Service...................... 9 a.m. Sunday School............... 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) S | | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville M.orning Celebration................... .10 a.m.Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROS VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) • 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship............................ 11 6 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family Night Service ......... :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) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH GRESHAM .UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time - 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL NORTH KALAMO CHURCH UNITED METHDODIST 110 S. Main, Vermontville CHURCH Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service ..................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service........ *..........................6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 PASTOR MATT ROHDE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ......... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 See REZONING, next page Correction: In the year end story that appeared in the Maple Valley News Jan. 4, there was an error in the story about Harold Stewart’s rezoning request in Vermontville Township. In July, Stewart amended his first approval to include only property owned near the comer of Vermontville and Ionia high­ ways owned by himself, Vickie and Royal Stickles, Larry Weatherwax and David Coblentz. The Millers were not included in that rezoning request. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship....................... 9:45 a. .m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE . Phone (517) 852-0580 IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . 2415 McCann Road Sunday Senrices::...9.15 a.m. Morning P ....................... _rayer .................11:00 a.m. Holy Communion NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH to change our property to something else, they are going to go come out there and look and if they think its going to hurt the wetlands they won’t allow you to do it; and they know more about that,” said Stewart, who added later. “Ifyou are going to turn this (rezoning request) down, don’t turn it down because of the wet­ lands,” Weatherwax interjected that his property was “so pure” the county told him he could put his septic system anywhere he wanted on his property. Rulison commented that he wanted everyone to understand that the planning commission realizes that none of the properties in question were in violation regarding wetlands. “I made two phone calls,” said Chase, “The first was a to a Mr. Schram, director of the DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality) and he told me that this would be a county issue, they’re the folks that regulate this sort of thing, and the only time they are going to get involved is if there are wetlands, you got a stream, you got some form of moving water where the possibility of a (septic) sys­ tem overflowing into that could come into play, were there could be an issue of For more information call 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. 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 JEFF SWIFT 203 N. State, Nashville 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 MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass.................. 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 11, 2005 — Page 3 REZONING, continued from previous page contamination, then the county is going to request their participation... but he did go on to say we permit people to build in wetlands every day, every day, but what we do do, generally, is trade one for one. You can have this spot over here but you are going to ipake anoth­ er spot over here that is going to have equal and will have the same benefit.” Chase went on to say that that the DEQ has regulations that allow people to building wetlands. “My second call was to Regina Young,” said Chase. “She is the supervisor for the Barry -Eaton Health Department, and she basical­ ly stated, exactly what he (Schram) told me. They don’t have any rules pro­ hibiting that either. What they are going to be looking if... What type of business? How many people? What kind of water and sewer would be generated in both volume, use and discharge. They are going to look at those things. And, when you get into the borderline area, she came right out, she flat out said, ‘Yeah, that whole area is borderline,’ said, ‘We’re going to monitor that a lot more closely than we would some other things.’” Chase went on to say that she told him that they might issue some permits they may need to regulate how many people could work there, what the discharge would be... “She said, ‘we have the power to say, ‘no’... and, she added, a number of times, ‘what I want from you folks is to let us know the people who want to do those things, so that up front, there is no misunderstanding, something gets built and then we come along and say, ‘you got too many employees. You’re not going to be able to put in a big enough septic system without creating other prob­ lems... tell us ahead before you get started...’” “I’ve talked to the village of Vermontville (about sewer and water hookup) and they said, if I was willing to pay for it, they would do it tomorrow,” said Stewart, noting that sewer and water could be run to the area in question if necessary, although he had no plans to hook up at this time. After further discussion about sewer and water issues, Stickles commented that while he and other exist­ ing businesses in the area were given variances, “This whole thing has to do with somebody taking above what he was approved for. The whole greenhouse and farm market was not a commercial business, and that’s what this whole thing has to do with...” “It all has to do with com­ petition, which you’re afraid of,” said Weatherwax. “Gentlemen, gentlemen...” interjected Rulison, as Stickles began to reply to Weatherwax’s comments. After addressing the issue of the petitions and who can legally sign them, and how the commission could con­ sider them, Rulison opened the floor to a young man in the audience who spoke about moving to the area and the difficulties he encoun­ tered while trying to start a small woodworking business before he went to work for his uncle. “If we’d still been (zoned) commercial, we wouldn’t be here today. In order for him (Weatherwax) to build, we’d have been doing this ahead of time,” said Stickles. “Well, that’s a lot of infor­ mation, commission mem­ bers, we’ve been looking at this application for a few months,” said Rulison, before proposing that the commissioners entertain a motion to either accept and recommend approval of the application for rezoning to the Township Board, or to not accept the application and not recommend that the Township Board give its approval to the request. There was discussion among commission mem­ bers, zoning administrator Amy Laverty-Meeker and ZBA secretary Katie Sharp, who were in the audience, as to whether or not the com­ mission could make a motion recommending only parts of the application for the Township Board’s approval, before deciding that it could not be done. Rulison noted that while the Planning Commission could recommend changes to the township’s master plan, both large and small, and the Township Board has final approval. “At what point will you update the public record in the zoning manual?” asked Blair Miller, a member ofthe audience. Rulison said that because publication of such a large document was expensive, the township was waiting to fin­ ish the initial editing before republishing the master plan. “Nobody can afford to republish every time a typo is found,” said Rulison. “Until you publish some of these changes, I don’t know whether I’m for you, against you, or anyone else,” said Miller. “To hit me, two years from now, with 900 changes, I think it is unfair to the public, if you’ve made 250 changes, by gosh, you’d better publish that and let people know, and stop argu­ ing about something that you’ve already agreed to change.” Stewart said that he has read the minutes from the Township Board for the last year and there is no mention of changes, large or small made to the master plan. “So, tell me where. Where is the record? record?”” asked Stewart. ““There There is no record.” After further discussion as to whether or not the Township Board was indeed acting on recommendation from the commission and if so, why wasn’t there any records of changes and addi­ tion to the master plan, Rulison said the discussion was getting off track and called for a motion. After the motion was made and defeated, Chase read a lengthy statement cit­ ing parts of the township’s master plan, to explain why he voted against the motion. Before Chase read his statement, Rulison noted that while commission members are not compelled to explain their votes, they are free to do so if they wished. “Dave Chase says, ‘nay,’ but I hate to just throw out a one-liner. I actually typed up a page here... I came up with this the day before Christmas when I finally decided how I was going to vote,,” said Chase before reading his statement. “I was part of the original futuring committee and I feel I have a good sense of what the folks want as well as anybody else. I reviewed the table topics and the charts in the master plan which served as a good reminder as to the state of mind of the participants...” Chase went on to read his statement which included quotes from the master plan regarding the restriction of the creation of new commercial zones, the proximity and availability of sewer, water and transportation for commercial areas, the preserva­ tion of agricultural areas, etc, before concluding with the following statement: “This is my own critique and this is my own opinion. I have no doubt that if a new industrial and commercial center is allowed to get a hold it will have an economic detriment to the village that is not intended to happen,” read Chase. Rulison noted, after Chase finished reading his statement, that if any other com­ mission members wished to make a statement, written or oral, they could do so. He also noted the public would be welcome to review the statements, or any other pub­ lic documents, if they con­ tacted Sharon Stewart, the township clerk. Rulison also noted that the township board would have the final say on the Planning Commission’s recommenda­ tion regarding the zoning request. Stewart said that he is con­ templating possible legal action ifthe Township Board also denies his rezoning request. Vermontville Township’s next board regular board meeting is set for 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 24, in the Vermontville Opera House. Maurers make ‘The Music Man’ Revue production a family affair Tom and Kathy Maurer of Hastings are making their first appearance as chorus members on The Revue stage next month in Vermontville, along with their whole family. The Revue will present its 10th anniversary show, “The Music Man,” at the Vermontville Opera House Feb. 4-6 and 10-13, Thursday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., with a special matinee performance Saturday, Feb. 12, at 3 p.m. A special 10-year anniver­ sary Revue Reunion is planned for Saturday, Feb. 5, from 1 to 5 p.m., at the Mulberry Gardens at musicals. Three of her four Mulberry Golf Course in grandparents are from Iowa, Nashville. Former cast mem­ the home of “The Music bers, patrons and friends of Man.” The Revue are invited. Their son, Kevin, has been When the Maurers heard in the last two children’s that “The Music Man” was shows at The Revue and he planned by the Revue this' will be a dancer in this show. winter, they decided that it Christine, who is 10, will would be a great activity for work in concessions and the whole family to do the­ Rebecca, who is 7, will be ater together. one of the children in the Tom, who owns his own show. The girls say they like construction company, has to bring their new puppy to never been on stage. He has rehearsals. Charity Black is making had musical experience in MSU Marching Band and her first appearance at The the Thomapple River Boys. Revue, playing the lead, Kathy, a free-lance writer Marian (the Librarian) and homemaker, had some Paroo. She is not a stranger experience in high school to the stage, though. She History Preservation Association meets tonight at Putnam Library Members of the History Preservation Association of Barry County are inviting the public to attend their next meeting at 6:30 tonight (Tuesday, Jan. 11) at the Putnam Library, 327 North Main St., Nashville. The meeting will allow people to share information, biographies, photos, etc., they would like to have included in the Barry County history book the non-profit organization is compiling to publish and release next December. Those who have biographies, material and photos they would like to turn in should bring them to the meeting. Biographies of up to 600 words are allowed about a family or individual who has lived or is now living in Barry County, plus two photos, to be published for free in the book-length history about Barry County and its residents. Orders will be taken that evening for the books, which will cost $55 each, plus Michigan sales tax, and if bodes are to be mailed, $7 for postage and handling. Only the number of books ordered will be printed. Brownies aid tsunami relief efforts Brownie Troop #528 will be collecting donations to aid tsunami victims from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 18, at the Castleton Township Hall located at 915 Reed St. in Nashville. The Brownies are asking for donations of new blan­ kets, hand towels and wash­ cloths in addition to soap, shampoo, toothpaste and toothbrushes. Cash donations will also be accepted. All donations then will be donated to the International Aid organiza­ tion for distribution to vic­ tims of the tsunami that dev­ astated Indonesia and other Indian Ocean islands on Dec. 26. For those unable to attend the meeting, but who would like to find out more about the book project to submit a history or learn how to write a history and order a book, a brochure is available. Write to Barry County History Book, History Preservation Association ofBarry County, P.O. Box 705, Hastings, MI 49058. Christian L. Allwardt Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Christian L. Allwardt has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organ­ ization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical train­ ing, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and spe­ cial training in human rela­ tions. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Allwardt is a 2001 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School. played in the Lakewood musicals all through high school and the last two years The Place to Gofor Professional Styling has assisted Amanda Wells in their productions of MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN “Charlie Brown” and “Into HAIR STYLING the Woods.” Open Tuesday - Friday Wells is the musical direc­ xTx xjxtor for “Music Man.” She SJE. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. majored in music in college B and has been involved in A area church music, Americorps, the Lakewood Youth Center and Net.com. Producer and director of Subscribe to tbe the Revue is Bill Reynolds. Hastings Banner. For more information, call Call 945-9554 for more infor­ (269) 367-4455 or e-mail therevuel@yahoo.com. mation. Ml 269-945-9554 ’Diana’s <“P£ace 1-517-852-9481 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, January 11,2005 — Page 4 Dale C. Leonard Gayle L. Magoon CHARLOTTE - Gayle L. Magoon, 83, of Charlotte, died Monday, January 3, 2005. Mr. Magoon was bom April 27, 1921, in Charlotte, the son of the late Charles Magoon and the late Bernice (Frank) Magoon. He was a member of The Salvation Army for 75 years and a Corps Sgt. Major for 60 years. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during World War U. He retired December 31, 1986 from Christensen’s Furniture after 20 years. He is survived by his daughter, Linda (Kermit) Ramey ofVermontville; son, Major Stanley (Lynda) Magoon of Kansas City, Kansas; sister, Mrs. Emagene Pitcher; brothers, Edward (Lola) Magoon, Eric (Judy) ‘ Magoon, all of Charlotte; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Magoon, in 2003. Funeral services were DOWLING - Mr. Dale C. Leonard, age 85, ofDowling, passed, away Tuesday, January 4, 2005 peacefully at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Mr. Leonard was bom in Assyria on March 5, 1919. Saturday, January 8, 2005 at He was the son of the late Pray Funeral Home, George and Addie (Clark) Charlotte. Major David Leonard. He was raised in the Bellevue area and attend­ Corliss officiated. Interment was at Maple ed Bellevue schools, gradu­ ating in 1937. Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. On March 5,1943 he mar­ If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to ried Bernice (Jones) Leonard The Salvation Army, at the family’s home in Lansing, Michigan Citadel Assyria. The couple spent Corps. Further information their married lives together available at www.prayfuner- on the family dairy farm on al.com. Bird Road where they raised Arrangements by Pray their family. Funeral Home, Charlotte. Dale was an avid fisher­ man and also enjoyed spend- Michigan area as they fol­ lowed Maurice’s working career. He spent the majori­ ty of his career employed as a literature supplier at Clark Equipment in Battle Creek for ■ 27 years. The couple returned to Nashville after he retired in 1978. Maurice was a member of the Nashville Lions Club, and Nashville United Methodist Church. After retiring, Maurice began working with stained glass. For 12 years he devel­ oped his talent, even teach­ ing others his stained glass craft. During this time he crafted a beautiful stained glass piece which overlooks the sanctuary of the Nashville United Methodist Church. He was also an avid painter. Many of his paint­ ings have been handed down to his grandchildren as fami­ ly heirlooms. He is survived by his lov­ ing wife of 67 years, Ardis; his daughters, Sandra (Bob) Davis, Brenda (Chuck) Pecore; his sons, Rex (Ann) Purchis, Max (Martha) Purchis; his brother, Frank Jr. (Peggy) Purchis; 17 grandchildren and 17 great­ grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jane. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Thursday, Januaiy 6, 2005. Interment took place immediately following the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to Nashville United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. married 46 years when Joyce passed away in 1999. Richard was employed as a foundry supervisor at Johnson Iron Industries for over 30 years. He worked at Johnson Iron until the foundry closed in 1983. He was a member of the Hastings Moose Lodge. Richard is survived by his daughters, Julia (Harold) Hill, Kathryn (Shon) Harwood, Cynthia (Shane) Wright; his sisters, Betty Smith, Louella (Ron) Faulkner, Marge Shaw; brothers, William (Jean) Huss, Fred Huss, Vernon (Kathleen) Bollinger; his grandchildren, Jodi (Chris) Piper, Jennifer Lepper, Richard (Kelly) Harwood, John Harwood, and Eric Wright-Dorosk. He is also survived by great grandchil­ dren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Joyce; a brother, Steve Huss; and his sister, Eilene Saunders . Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Saturday, January 8, 2005. Pastor Steve Olmstead officiated. Interment took place at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nash-ville. Memorial contributions can be made to Barry Community Hospice. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. HASTINGS - Virginia I. Spicer, age 86, of Hastings, formerly of Vermontville, passed away December 29, 2004 at Thomapple Manor Nursing Home with her fam­ ily by her side. She was .bom in Fort Collins, Colorado on December 14, 1918, the daughter of Herman and Edith (Merrifield) Huffman. The family moved from Colorado to Grand Ledge, when Virginia was 7 years old. She attended Oneida Center School and Grand Ledge Public Schools and was formerly employed by the Furniture Factory in Grand Ledge. Virginia married Albert D. Spicer on February 2, 1940. Together they operated the family farm until his death in December of 1978. She had a passion for gar­ dening, quilting and playing the piano, but her greatest passion was her family. She is survived by her four sons, Lawrence of Charlotte, Carrol of Bellevue, Jim (Cathy) of Mason, Harold of Nashville; four daughters, Beverly (Dieter) Kortman of Grand Rapids, Mary (Larry) Gattber of Charlotte, Delores (Alvah) Holmes of Eaton Rapids, Judy (Rick) Williams of Vermontville; 18 grandchildren; 10 great­ grandchildren; sisters-inlaw, Frances Spicer of Grand Ledge, Lavem Spicer of Lansing; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Bill and Joyce Verhoeven of Eagle; numerous nieces and 227 N. 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Funeral services were held Monday, January 3, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge, with Rev. Richard Hand of the Grand Ledge Church of the Nazarene, officiating. Interment will follow at Delta Center Cemetery, Delta Twp., Eaton County. For those desiring, contri­ butions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Richard Huss Mr. Richard Huss, age 70, of Dowling, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2005 peacefully at his home. Richard was bom in LaPorte, Ind. on Januaiy 15, 1934. He was the son of the late Charles and Victoria (Jones) Huss. He spent his early child­ hood years in the Muskegon area, until the family relocat­ ed to the Vermontville area where he finished his school­ ing. In 1953, Richard married Joyce (McClurkin) Huss in Hastings. Shortly after being married, the couple moved to the Nashville area where they raised their family. They spent their lives togeth­ er in Nashville and were place at the Union Cemetery. The family requests dona­ tions to Nashville Baptist Church/ Alzheimer Foundation. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Virginia I. Spicer Maurice H. Purchis NASHVILLE Mr. Maurice H. Purchis, age 88, of Nashville, passed away Monday January 3, 2005 peacefully at Tendercare in Hastings. Mr. Purchis was bom in Nashville on August 4,1916. He was the son of the late Frank and Stella (Hager) Purchis. Maurice was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools, graduating from Nashville High School in 1934. He then continued his education at Western Michigan University. On August 22, 1937, he married Ardis (Brumm) Purchis. The couple trav­ elled to St. Joseph, where they were married by a fami­ ly friend who pastored a church there. During their early years together, the couple lived throughout the West ing time in the garden. He was a member of the Nashville Baptist Church and served for several years as a Gideon. Dale is survived by his beloved wife, Bernice; his daughter, Cheryl (Marvin) Frey, and a brother, Donald (Elaine) Leonard. He is also survived by two grandchil­ dren and five great grand­ children; two step-great­ grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Gladys Brown, and his half brother, Earl Clark Barr. Funeral services were held at the Nashville Baptist Church on Saturday, January 8, 2005. Pastor Lester De­ Groot officiated. Burial took 2.8 ACRES: Perked building site, surveyed. Hear Hastings “in the country". Great view, close to public hunting & fishing. Lots of birds fit wildlife. Some restric­ tions. Has driveway permit Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, con­ ventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-89). 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 11,2005 — Page 5 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library ‘‘SIS' SIS *> *?lJn llS , jvS« SjvS *&< & Sfe kAhn khn t »c cta<i T**w g* to (*’^l t®l ” < to^Eu^; 1 * feuftaht kMkti^MiA taiife^ta । chttakfe^ta < E fc iim«0® fJiTS HwSIfflMB UK !IIS® >!»» The first annual adult win­ ter reading program, “Snow is Falling, Books are Calling”, has started and the participants are working their way toward great rewards. Some of the possi­ ble rewards are dinner for two at Vermontville’s Roadrunners, a touch lamp of your choice from Vermontville Hardware, and a mug and thermos set from Independent Bank of Vermontville. Every book read earns an entry into the drawing for prizes. For more information: 726-1362. New donated selection of recorded books on tape: The Gun Slinger; Dark Tower 1, by Stephen King; The Drawing of the Three: The Dark Tower n, by Stephen King; The Wastelands: Dark Tower H, by Stephen King; Whispers at Midnight, by Karen Robards; Heartstone, by Philip Margolin; Vows, by Lavryl Spencer; The Eleventh Plague, by John S. Marr, M.D.; Star Wars: The Original Radio Drama, by George Lucas; Riding the Bullet, by Stephen King; Afterburn, by Colin Harrison; Deadly Decisions, by Kathy Reichs; Unspeakable, by Sandra Brown; Expose, by Laura Van Wormer; Edge of Danger, by Jack Higgins; Darwin’s Children, by Greg Bear; and Deadly Embrace, by Jackie Collins. Recorded books on CD are: The Damned, by Barry Sadler; Odd Thomas, by Dean Koontz; The Princes of Ireland, by Edward Rutherford; and Trojan Odyssey, by Clive Cussler. New donated books are: From Fields, of Gold, by Alexandra Ripley; City of Bones, by Michael Connelly; Scot Free, by John Gilstrap; Hunted Past Reason, by Richard Matheson; The Curve of the World, by Marcus Stevens; Personal Injuries, by Scott Turow; and The Lost Son: A Life in Pursuit of Justice, by Bernard B. Kerik, New York City’s 40th Police Commissioner. Our new titles are: Adult Fiction — By Order of the President, by W.E.B. Griffin; AAA Large Print United States and Canada Renovated classrooms unveiled in open house by Amanda Ketchum The snow that closed Maple Valley schools the next day kept public attendance sparse at the open house last Wednesday in the newly reconstructed wing of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. The school building was damaged in August when straight-line winds spawned by a storm tore the roof from that area of the school and scattered debris across the athletic field. "After 177 days and 2.7 million dollars worth of repairs, it's time to celebrate our accomplishments,” said Kramer, superintendent of Maple Valley schools. The teachers who had been displaced from their classrooms by the storm were on hand and Kramer presented each of them with a plaque to show his appreciation and that ofthe district. Kramer took time to talk with those who attended the event about the improve­ ments that had been made to the classrooms and the work that still needed to be done "All the rooms are installed with sensors that turn the lights on as soon as someone enters,” he said. “After five minutes of no movement, the lights will turn off. Right now the rooms on the south side have French doors. The French doors are temporary until the windows come in, then they will be replaced,” SOCIAL NEWS 2005 Atlas; The Cat Who Went Bananas, by Lilian Jackson Braun; and two Science Fiction titles — Dune: The Machine Crusade and Sojourn: Book 3 The Legend of Drizzt, by R.A. Salvatore. Junior Non-Fiction Stephen King: Author, by James Robert Parish; and Sojourner Truth: Antislavery Activist, by Peter Krauss. Junior Fiction — Book of Thunder, Volume 5 In the Diadem World of Magic Series; A Very Special Athlete, by Dale Bachman Flynn; Arthur Breaks the Bank, by Marc Brown; and Pooh’s Valentine, by Isabel Gaines. Joppie-Steele Doolittle-Spears engaged engaged oCzHaJCJL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Jan. 12 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza, tossed salad, peach cup, graham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Jan. 13 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Friday, Jan. 14 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Monday, Jan. 17 Chicken nuggets, cracker packs, mashed potatoes, push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Jan. 18 Pancakes, sausage links, potato wedges, pineapple, 1/2 pt. milk. Steve and Kathy Joppie of Nashville along with Warren and Susan Steele of Hastings and Linda and Jim Eddy of Hastings are happy to announce the engagement of their children, Brooke Joppie and Allen Steele. Brooke, a graduate of Maple Valley High School, is employed at Sand Ridge Bank in Hastings and is earning her Management/Finance degree at Baker College. Allen, a graduate ofHastings High School, is employed at Walway Inc. of Zeeland. The wedding is planned for February 12, 2005 at Pleasantview Family Church in Dowling. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Jan. 12 Choose One Chicken rings, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, burger bar. Choose Garden salad, Roll-Grove engaged Two AuGratin potatoes, orange Brian and Ronda Roll of wedges, juice, milk. Nashville, Mich, announce the Thursday, Jan. 13 engagement of their daughter, 1/2 day of school. No Jessica Jean Roll to Timothy lunch served. Lee Grove, son of Don and Friday, Jan. 14 Yvonna Grove of Mulliken, 1/2 day of school. No Mich. lunch served. Jessica graduated in 2001 Monday, Jan. 17 from Hastings High School. Choose One Chicken She is a full-time teller at a nuggets, pizza, chicken sand­ credit union in Lansing. wich, salad bar. Choose Two Tim (Bubba) graduated in Community Center of Hope - Garden salad, peas, push- 1998 from Lakewood High wants to offer as an outreach up, juice, milk. School. He works for Tuesday, Jan. 18 and a service to the commu­ Augustine Sales in Bellevue. Choose One - Club sandnity,” said Dianne Bowden, A May 2005 wedding is pastor of Nashville United wich, cheeseburger, pizza, being planned. Methodict Church and exec­ taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, french fries, utive director of MVCCOH. “The services that Carole pineapple, juice, milk. and Dawn are offering aren’t meant to replace a visit to the doctor or override their opin­ ions, it is a service to provide some answers to people’s health questions and to help them formulate questions they might want to ask their doctor to help them get the information and the help they need,” she added. Adults - $8 • Children 5-12 - $4 For more information about the free program, call (517)852-2043. Nashville VFW Post 8260 DALE’S COMPLETE RIB DINNER Saturday, January 15 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Callfor more information af ter 4pm excep t Tuesdays * Michael and Penny Doolittle of Dansville and Fred and Kathy Spears Jr. of Nashville, would like to announce the engagement of their children, Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Mandy and Chad. Wednesday, Jan. 12 Mandy graduated from Turkey noodle casserole, Dansville High School in 2001 and will have an Associate broccoli, winter squash, pudDegree in Environmental ding. Thursday, Jan. 13 Technology May of 2005 from Ham w/fruit sauce, Lansing Community College. w/fruit Mandy is currently working for whipped sweet potatoes, diced beets, dinner roll. UPS in Lansing. Friday, Jan. 14 Chad graduated from Maple Macaroni and cheese, peas Valley Jr. and Sr. High School in 2001 and will have a and carrots, stewed tomatoes, Machinist Journeyman Card in pears. Monday, Jan. 17 February of 2005. Chad is curMartin Luther King Day, rently working for Cameron COA closed. Tool and Die in Lansing. Tuesday, Jan. 18 Their wedding day will be BBQ Ribette, country pota­ July 9, 2005. toes, spinach, bun, fresh orange. Events Wednesday, Jan. 12 Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., nails, card games 12:302:30 p.m. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia. Deltdn, Reminiscence. Nashville, TV Time 11 a.m.-l p.m. Thursday, Jan. 13 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m.; Cancer Support 7 Stop by and p.m. Nashville, games. Delton, Puzzle/ check out the Trivia. Friday, Jan. 14 - Hastings, large selection at bingo, oil painting 9:30-11:30 a.m. Nashville, Granny’s J-Ad Graphics Kids. Monday, Jan. 17 - Martin Luther King Day. COA Printing Plus closed. Tuesday, Jan. 18 - Hastings 1351 N. M-43 Board Games 10-11:30 Highway, Hastings a.m.; Beginning Line Dance . 1-2:30 p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.-l 1:30 a.m.; Quilting and Needlework Group 1 p.m.; Alzheimer Support 1 p.m. Morehouse Kids. * COMING SOON... Maple Valley Accounting & Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL’s (Call for details) Ask about our Special Student and Senior Rates!! Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley’ 's Chuck Wagon. 06601268 (517) 852-9260 * Cold Meal Wednesday, Jan. 12 Chicken pasta salad, cole slaw, tropical fruit. Thursday, Jan. 13 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple, muf­ fin. Friday, Jan. 14 Sliced turkey, com O’Brian, plums, whole wheat bread. Monday, Jan. 17 COA Closed. Martin Luther King Day. Tuesday, Jan. 18 Cubed cheddar cheese, pork and beans, pears, Rye Krisps. Need wedding invitations? Free health services offered at MVCCOH There will be free blood pressure screening, medical cards, information about low-salt diets and other health information available from 10 a.m. to noon today (Tuesday, Jan. 11) at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH). Carole Garlinger and Dawn Hall, nurses from Pennock Hospital in Hastings, have volunteered to hold the blood pressure screening and provide free health information at the MVCCOH on regular basis, whether it be weekly, bi­ weekly or monthly, depend­ ing on the need and what their schedules will allow. “This is just another thing that the Maple Valley Commission idfilj COUfljU on Aging Schedule z of Events 066016 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 11,2005 — Page 6 Maple Valley eagers push winning streak to 5 games of the season. Maple Valley scored more points in the second quarter than the Orioles did all night. After hold­ ing onto a 12-5 lead after one period, the Lions exploded to outscore the Orioles 30-8 in the second quarter. “During the game, it didn’t feel like we scored that many points that quarter, ‘til I looked up at the clock,” said Lion coach Keith Jones. Pressure defense and good distribution of the ball on the offensive end led to the big win over one of the SMAA’s struggling squads. Valley only added 14 points to their total in the third quarter, but increased their lead by 13 points and started the clock running by holding Morrice to one-point in the third quarter. The clock runs continu­ ously any time a team leads by 40 points. Jason Beardslee led the Lions with 13 points, while Adam Lamphere added 12. Akok Malek, Jesse Page, and Dustin Maple Valley senior point guard Dustin Mead tem­ Jones each scored six porarily looses control of the basketball as he races it up points. the floor in the second half Tuesday night. (Photo by “I have 15 kids, and Perry Hardin) everybody played a lot that game,” said Jones. The Lions held on for WEATHERWAX an 80-60 win over FARM MARKET & NURSERY On Monday, it had been one month since the Lion varsity boys’ basketball team lost a ball game. It hasn’t been a busy month, but a month none the less. The Lions knocked off Morrice Friday night, 6024, for their second Michigan Southern Athletic Association win Portland St. Patrick on Tuesday night at home. The Lions jumped on the Shamrocks early, rac­ ing out to a 20-7 lead early in the first quarter with an outstanding offensive per­ formance. Valley had three players finish with at least 12 points, and they did more than score. Lamphere led the Lions with 17 points, but also tallied six assists and five steals. Josh Bursley added 15 points and six rebounds. The Lions’ leading rebounder -was Beardslee with seven, and he also added 12 points. Senior guard Dustin Mead scored eight points and was very effective finding openings in the Shamrock defense. He recorded 12 assists, and finished with six boards. Lamphere had seven assists, as the Lions totaled 29 as a team. Hot shooting helped the Lions to their early lead. Valley was seven of 14 from behind the threepoint line in the game. 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Convenient Funding Options NEW e-Leaming Programs Toll Free: 888-285-9989 - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 �he Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, January y 11,2005 , — Page g 7 _ Valley volleyball improves from seven wins to twelve Maple Valley started 2005 at Durand on Saturday. with seven wins. Webberville could be the The Lion varsity girls’ Lions’ 13th. victim of the volleyball team nearly dou­ season when the Spartans bled that total in one week, visit visit Maple Maple Valley Valley on with victories over Saranac Wednesday evening. The and Olivet, then a 3-1-2 day Lions are 1-0 in the Southern Lion sophomore Amy Joostberns blasts a kill over the net on Monday night at home against Saranac. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Michigan Athletic Association after knocking off Olivet last Wednesday in three games, 20-11, 25-20, 25-22. Amy Joostberns led the Lions in the victory with 11 kills, eight aces, and six digs. Kortney Ewing added six kills, Kyndra Root 18 digs, and Lisa Hamilton led the team with 20 assists. The Lions won the silver bracket Saturday at Durand, by topping Grand Rapids Central, Carson City, and Stockbridge in tournament play, after finishing 0-1-2 in their pool. In the Silver finals, the Lions knocked off Stockbridge 28-26, 22-25, 15-8 for the championship, after topping Carson City in the semifinals 26-24, 25-15, and Central in the quarter’s 25-15,25-11. With win over Carson City made up for an earlier split between the two teams. The Lions split with the Eagles 21-10^ 18-21 when they met in pool play. Maple Valley also split with the hosts from Durand in pool play, 21-18, 19-21. The Lions other match of the day was a 21-17, 21-16 loss to Birmingham Seaholm in pool play. The Lion leaders on the day were Hamilton with 84 assists, Amy Abbott with 14 aces, Root with 47 digs, and Joostberns with 15 solo blocks and 38 kills. Ewing also had a solid day up front with 14 solo blocks and 23 kills. In the first contest of 2005, the Lion ladies knocked off their visitors from Saranac in three games. The Lions topped the Redskins 25-11, 25-19, 25­ 10. Everyone got involved in the lopsided win for Maple Valley, which improved to 7-4-1 on the season. Ewing and Joostberns had eight kills apiece. Joostberns also added four blocks and five aces. The team’s setter Lisa Hamilton tied Joostberns for the team lead in aces on the night with five herself, and had 17 assists. Alaina Mater stepped in as setter and recorded nine assists thanks to the Lion lead. Abbott and Root each had seven digs, and Allison Oleson had seven. Call for Classifieds 269-945-9554 Maple Valley senior Lisa Hamilton sets the ball back over her head, as her classmate Amy Abbott begins to rush towards the net in Monday night’s win over Saranac. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Athlete of the week EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Maple Valley and South Haven each had two champi­ ons. The Lions two individual state qualifiers, Ben Boss and Chris Morris each took titles. Boss won the 145-pound weight class with a 15-0 technical fall over South Haven’s Rueban Zuniga in the final. Morris took his title by pinning Caledonia’s Rob LaFountain in the 171-pound championship match. The match lasted 3:17. The difference between the Lions’ final score and that of the South Haven Rams had to do with the rest of their wrestlers. Although it only had two champions, South Haven advanced eight total wrestlers to the champi­ onship round. The only other Lion to reach the finals was Tyler Greenfield at 119, who was topped 6-3 by Caledonia’s Tyler Bowden in the champi­ onship. Bowden was an indi­ vidual state qualifier last year, and his teammate Lion senior Chris Morris looks to the ceiling as he puts pressure on the head of his opponent from Kelloggsville, before pinning him in the opening round at 171.pounds on Saturday morning at Rogers High-School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley’s Raven Scurlock, back, rolls his opponent from Morley-Stanwood up onto his shoulders early in the competition Saturday at the Rogers Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) kouNffty TA£ASLIft£S 4526 S. M-66 Hwy., Nashville, MI 617-852-0391 ON ALL WOODEN CABINETS (INCLUDES ALL WALL * FLOOR CABINETS) Sale Ends Jan. 31,2005 f J ~ WVVW.KOUNTRYTREASUREsiNC.COM HOURS: 10-6 TUES-SAT Justin Maxim, who won the 112-pound weight class Saturday, medaled last year as a freshman at state. Their teammate Nick Cramer was the 103-pound champion. Caledonia’s other two titles were by brothers Tyler and Ted McCoy. Tyler won the, 135-pound weight class, and Ted took the 189-pound title. The hosts from Rogers were the fourth place team with 76.5 points, followed by Morley-Stanwood 76, Sparta ‘B’ 61.5, Kelloggsville 51, Unity Christian 46, Grant 45, Ottawa Hills 18.5, and Rogers ‘B’ 2. The Lions go back to work this week with an SMAA Quad at Olivet. The Lions will be taking on the Eagles and Morrice at the event on Thursday, then heading to the Edwardsburg Invitational on Saturday. Floor Hockey league play begins this week Childhood Obesity on the Rise: Positive Parental Role Can Help According to the latest gov­ ernment figures, 48 percent of U.S. children are considered overweight or seriously over­ weight. The top culprits remain lack of exercise and poor dietary habits. As a result, health problems once associated mainly with adults are becoming more com­ mon in children, including asth­ ma, type 2 diabetes, and hyper­ tension. Maryana Winston, M.D., a pediatrician in Mahwah, New Jersey, sees the rise in child­ hood and adolescent obesity as an epidemic. Fortunately, lifestyle changes can help reverse the risk factors of cer­ tain diseases. She recommends beginning by changing habits at home, away from the lure of vending machines and where parents can serve as good role models. “Minimize sedentary activi­ ties by being physically active as a family and limiting TV or computer time,” says Dr. Winston. “Never put your child Guernsey on a crash diet - instead, adjust eating and drinking habits by eating home more often, decreasing portion sizes and stocking up on healthy foods,” she adds. Many people don’t realize that each 12-ounce serving of a carbonated, sweetened soft drink can contain the equivalent of 10 teaspoons of sugar. For this reason, the first dietary modification Dr. Winston sug­ gests for all over-weight chil­ dren is to remove juice and soda from their diet; both are full of empty, unneeded calories. Instead, encourage consump­ tion of water and milk to pro­ vide the necessary nutrients and hydration. A water filtration pitcher, like those made by Brits, placed on a counter or in the refrigerator, can serve as a reminder to kids by giving them easy access to great-tasting, zero-calorie water. Visit the Brita Web site (www.brita.com) for more information on hydration, weight and health BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST ■ ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. on January 13th 269-945-0191 § | Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Hastings, Ml Ml49058 49058 Towing Available Kellogg Floor Hockey league organizer and Maplewood teacher Dave Hustwick prepares to start a game. This weekend marks the beginning of the 17th regular season of play for the Kellogg Floor Hockey League (KFHL), which was founded in 1989 by Dave Hustwick, a fifth grade teacher at Maplewood Elementary. As of last Tuesday, there were approximately 170 kids, most from fourth, fifth and sixth grades, signed up to participate in this year’s league. “We’ve had close to 200 students in the program for the last couple ofyears,” said Hustwick. “When we started in 1989, we only had four teams. Now we have 12, and although it is geared toward students in fourth through sixth grades, we have let sec­ ond and third grade students in at times over the years.” Hustwick said that while the co-ed teams have had as many as 17 players on a team, he tries to keep them at 14 or 15 members so every­ one on the team gets more playing time. “Each game has three, 10­ minute periods, so it takes about an hour to play a game with time-outs and changing players between periods,” said Hustwick. Though the official season starts this Saturday, Jan. 15, each of the 12 teams had a practice match either last Saturday or after school on Monday, to prepare before league play begins. The games are held in the gym at Kellogg School in Nashville Monday and Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons. “We hold the games at Kellogg because it has the best setup in the district for floor hockey. The kids who aren’t playing can sit on the stage while they are waiting their turn to play and there is room in the stands for par­ ents and siblings to watch the game,” said Hustwick. League play will continue until the first round playoffs March 14-17, which will be followed by post-season tournament semi-final games Friday, March 18, and the final game at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 19. Anyone interested in more information about the KFHL and a detailed schedule can log onto kfhlnews.tripod.com. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. January 11 PRINTER! 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Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 11,2005 — Page 10 EMS, continued from page 1 which we said we would pur­ chase, but she came up a lit­ tle bit short,” said Wilson. “Between Rod (board chair­ man Rod Crothers) and myself, we thought it best that they get (the instructor) paid the $300 that was stilled owed her for the EMT class­ es. Denise gave me a check for $1,000, so the board picked up the difference her $1,000 and the total amount owed on the credit card. Then we are going to sit down with Mr. Reid and work out some type of a pay­ back Wilson said she figured with the amount of interest being charged by the credit card company it was best to pay the balance in full as soon as possible and close the account. Wilson said that she was working to establish a “paper trail” to help the EMS asso­ ciation keep better track of donations, money received from fund-raisers and expen­ ditures in the future. Assistant EMS Coordinator Jeff Miller asked why there weren’t suf­ ficient funds in the EMS association’s account to pay off the credit card debt. “My understanding, at the last board meeting, was that after reviewing all the finan­ cial records was that there was sufficient money to pay off the credit card and the instructor,” said Miller. “When she (Scramlin) sat down and did a full account­ ing she came up short,” replied Wilson. “She didn’t actually show me the figures where she thought she was short. She also wanted to make sure all her checks came back and she had a statement with no outstand­ ing checks on it so she would know exactly what kind of balance you guys had.” “So, there were checks that hadn’t cleared yet,” said Miller. “Yes, so that’s where she came up short. It can hap­ pen,” said Wilson. “So, I think we are going to wait for them to get through with statements, where there is no outstanding checks, and she should have a good idea what she has in the account and we the can start to figure the payback.” Wilson noted that the EMS association would owe the board a balance of $892 and 6 cents. Later in the meeting, Miller said he had been approached by several crew members who expressed concerned that there were issues with the association’s checking account and want­ ed to see a complete audit of the books. Wilson replied that she had been had been contacted by a crew member who asked to look over the check­ ing account. “She tried to contact me; I tried to contact her. It isn’t that I have forgotten, we just haven’t been able to make the connection, to be able to sit down and do this,” she said. “There still seems to be the air of necessity for some form of complete record of the transactions, the account­ ability of our ledger, it kind ofgoes hand-in-hand with an audit because an audit won’t necessarily answer the questions that are lingering in crew members’ minds, ” said Miller. Crothers stated that the books are always available for review for those who wish to see them. “What we agreed upon at crew meeting in the November... they asked if I could sit down with them and go through everything to make sure that there was no misappropriations of their funds, And, what I said was that, ‘anytime you are ready. All you need to do is call, and I’d be glad to sit down with you and go over it, said Wilson. “Its just that everyone gets caught up in their life and things get put on the back burner, but I will try to touch base with them,” she said. “We’ve known about these issues for a couple of months now, and we still can’t get an accountable and that upsets them,” said Miller of the crew members who had talked to him. “I think we can shortly,” replied Wilson. “I think Denise just wanted to go at least one statement with no outstanding checks so you could know exactly what your balance was and she Third Friday, January 28«2 to 8 p.m. Saturday, January 29 * 10 ajn. to 8 p.m . 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I am at a loss as to why one acted on their suspi­ the locks were changed and cions, we would be in deep there wasn’t even the cour­ trouble right now.” Crothers told Miller that tesy of a phone call and let he didn’t believe that Reid me know,” said Miller. Wilson then gave Reid an changed the locks to keep opportunity to respond to him out of the office. “Copies of the keys were Miller’s letter. “It all started back with still out,” said Crothers. “Are you saying Ardie and the problems we were having with some of the employees, I made copies of keys to the there were some people who coordinator’s office and put came into to the office who them out?” asked Miller. “I don’t know,” said shouldn’t be in there, and have access to the informa­ Crothers. “Would you like to ask me tion that is in there. There were a lot of things in their, that question?” said Miller. “I could, yes,” replied documents that should be Crothers. locked up,” said Reid. “Well, that’s what you are Miller said that only he and Reid had keys to the accusing me of,” said Miller. “Well, if there are only coordinator’s office. “If any of you folks have two keys and you were pret­ any questions as to my ty well aware that somebody integrity, or my position in had access to the room... this organization, I would be somebody had to open the more than happy to request a door... if it wasn’t you, if it closed session and you guys wasn’t Ardie, it had to be replied can ask me any questions somebody,” you want,” said Miller. “I am Crothers. a police officer in this com­ “The office has been com­ munity. I testify in court. My promised. Somebody has integrity is what I live for. If been in the coordinator’s you guys do not feel that my office going through paper­ position in this organiza­ work other than Ardie and tion... or my honesty with I,” said Miller. you is just that, then you “That was Ardie’s suspi­ question my integrity as a cion,” said Crothers. person and doubt my posi­ “Well that’s news to me. It tion as a police officer. is the first time I have been “I have not been ques­ alerted that that office had tioned, or had this issues been under any consideration raised to me as to my inten­ that there were files missing tions or actions in this organ­ or tampered with,” said izations,” he added. “If I am Miller. being accused of allowing “I didn’t say that there people into sensitive areas of were files missing, but this facility I would like to there’s suspicion that people know, because I haven’t. Nor had access to it that weren’t would I ever. I work for you supposed to,” said Crothers. folks. I protect your inter­ “Are you going to have a ests.” formal investigation to find Cooley stated that he felt out if in fact that is true?” that, under the circum­ asked Miller. stances, it was a good idea “When we appointed you for Reid to change the locks assistant coordinator a year on the office door. ago, what was your proposed “And unfortunately, the duties as assistant coordina­ catalyst for all the uproar, tor?” asked Wilson. was the person taking away “I think, um...” started Miller “I think there wasn’t a job description, OK?” said Wilson. “What were your Call duties as assistant coordina­ tor?” “I think one of them was to assist with building main­ Since 1980 tenance, or be an overseer of Leonard Hughes Jr. that and assist with the coor­ dinator’s duties as needed. That’s it in a nutshell, as far Log with as I am aware of,” said Horses or Skidder 06576435 Miller. “I did try to find my copy to see if I had not per­ formed some of those duties.” “Do you feel that you have performed your duties as assistant coordinator to the best of your ability?” Wilson 127 N. Market St., Hastings, MI 49058 asked Miller. Miller replied that that (269) 948-3000 was a difficult question for him to answer since he tends NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR to be critical ofhimself. CURRENT AND UPCOMING POSITIONS “I haven’t come to clean IN HASTINGS AND out the station; but I have SURROUNDING AREAS. been a avenue ofinformation with crew members and tried to handled problems when SEE OUR CLASSIFIED ADS they were addressed to me,” FOR MORE INFORMATION. could go ahead and make the final restitution, or we could set up some kind of payment plan,” said Wilson. “It’s just more time consuming than anything else; but we are try­ ing to work through all of this.” Board member Angela Seaton said she understood why the volunteers and employees wanted a com­ plete audit and accounting of the association’s checking account and books. “I think it is very impor­ tant for them to get their answers; they deserve that,” she said. “A lot of them vol­ unteer their time here and they deserve answers to their questions. I think it is very important for morale that we keep them happy.” “Once it is done, the cred­ it card issue will go away,” said board member Jud Cooley, who also is Castleton Township Supervisor. “There’s a possibility that some ofthis won’t be cut and dry. If you go back far enough, we may not have answers to some ofthe ques­ tions,” said Crothers, who also is Maple Grove Township Supervisor. In other business, Wilson read a letter she had received that Interim Assistant EMS Coordinator Jeff Miller had written to the board. In the letter, dated Dec. 14, Miller said he was concerned about communication between Reid and himself and the board. He also wrote that he was, “...concerned about Ardie’s self-appointed authority to take punitive action.” Miller went on to describe a scenario in which he dis­ covered that on Dec. 10 that his pass key no longer fit the door to the coordinator’s office. 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FREE INSTALLED DISH Must be able to Use shop NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call measurement equipment M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. such as micrometers, depth Recreation gauge, calipers, gauge blades, etc. An updated re- FOR SALE: 1990 30' Class A sume is required for considmotorhome, 27,000 miles, eration. Contact MANPOW- runs great, $23,000. Call ER for more iinforma- (269)838-8909. tion.................. (269)948-3000. EOE EMS, continued from previous page said Miller, who added that he tried to take care ofgener­ al building and vehicle main­ tenance when he was made aware of them. “But, beyond that., unless I got a request from Ardie, I didn’t take upon myself delve into what I needed to do to assist him. “Did you, when Ardie was not available... hypothetical­ ly, let’s say he was on vaca­ tion, step up to the plate and assume his duties?” asked Wilson. “Were you available to the crew if they had a problem?” “Absolutely, 24/7,” replied Miller. “I have a cell phone that is on constantly. I have sat down here all the time and talked to crew members. I have got phone calls at home.” The EMS board appoints the EMS coordinator and assistant coordinator posi­ tions each year in December. Last month, because of per­ sonnel and other issues fac­ ing the EMS, the board approved extending Reid and Miller’s terms, appointing them interim coordinator and assistant coordinator until the end of January. This week, a committee comprised of Seaton, Cooley and fellow board member Mary Coll are interviewing Miller, Reid and other candi­ dates nominated for the post by EMS personnel. The com­ mittees recommendation will be reviewed and discussed and an appointment made during the next regular meet­ ing ofthe EMS board, which is slated for Monday, Feb. 7. In other business: • The board approved the following amendments to the EMS budget for the 2004­ 2005 fiscal year (April 1, 2004-March 31, 2005): Revenues increased from $95,000 to $100,000; the supply budget was increased Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers from $500 to $600; mainte­ nance and equipment was increased from $6,000 to $8,000; building was increased from $1,000 to $1,500; the other expenses line was increased from $2,500 to $2,600; and billing services was increased from $9,500 to $13,000. • Approved hiring Maggie Momonnee as an on-call EMS pool paramedic at $9 per hour. • Heard a report from Reid in which he stated the service had responded to 38 calls during the previous month. He also noted that he had placed an ad for pool para­ medics in newspapers in Grand Rapids, Battle Creek and Lansing. Reid also stated that the paper work for a Pennock Foundation grant to purchase a second defibrilla­ tor monitor had been com­ pleted and submitted. • Went into closed session to discuss a civil rights law­ suit that has been filed against the EMS. The board took no action on the matter when they returned to open session. • Approved a motion to post internally the position of No Greater Love’ family to sing at Grace Wesleyan “No Greater Love,” a fami­ ly musical group that has been ministering through song since 1995 involved in six record­ ing projects, will perform at the 11 a.m. service at Grace Lutheran Church in Hastings. While ministering in churches is their primary objective and calling, the group members also have had the opportunity to perform at fairs, campgrounds, coffee houses, concerts and festivals all across the Indiana, Michigan, Illinois and Ohio areas. Members of the family musical group are Steve and Connie Cooper and their daughters, Danielle, 17, and Kristina, 16, from Goshen, Ind. Through testimony and a wide variety of songs they endeavor to uplift and moti­ vate Christians, share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News * Reminder * Weekender•Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 message of salvation with the lost, and lead in the praise and worship of the Lord. Grace Wesleyan Church is located at 1302 S. Hanover. 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. OFFORTumTv 06571010 "^ock-Out Bonded * Lakewood News * Maple Valley News office coordinator. There are no set hours and the salary is $400 monthly. The position is currently held by Scramlin, who assumed the post in the fall when previ­ ous temporary office manag­ er and pool paramedic, Beth Barrone, was on sick leave. In a separate motion, the board approved a motion ter­ allow Scramlin to continue on the job until interviews with all interested candidates can be conducted. • Discussed continuing education for EMS employ­ ees and education guidelines in the EMS handbook. Crothers, Wilson and Cooley are on a committee to review the education guidelines in the employee handbook. • Heard a report from Wilson that she had been' contacted by union represen­ tatives about establishing an union for the EMS employ­ ees. She said she had sup­ plied them all the informa­ tion they requested and a conference call had been set dp for EMS employees later this month and a hearing . with the labor relations board in Lansing has been set for Feb. 14. ^ocksmitking Home/Auto/Business Lockouts ControlledAccess and Security Systems Locks/Safes Sold & Serviced (517) 852-0520 Cellular Mobile Service • (269) 804-9238 • Pick-up & Delivery Charlie Cook, BondedLocksmith & Security Consultant 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 06571022 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, January 11, 2005 — Page 12 Ag Department issues artificial Christmas tree recall Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) Director Dan Wyant recently advised owners of artificial Christmas trees to inspect their trees before packing them away for the season. A national recall of an artificial Christmas tree product imported from China has been issued by Salvation Army aids tsunami survivors in Asia and India Salvation Army personnel sites and emergency shelters continue to offer emergency in affected communities. disaster services aid in south­ Salvation Army emergency eastern Asia and coastal disaster services teams are India after a massive earth­ also assisting government quake in Indonesia triggered and other agencies in assess­ a tsunami that caused wide­ ing needs and trying to find spread damage and claimed ways to meet them. With the devastation being the lives oftens* of thousands spread over so many coun­ ofpeople in nine countries. The 9.0-magnitude quake tries, The Salvation Army’s Emergency was the most powerful quake International in four decades. Millions of Disasters Services Office people have been displaced located in London, England, from their homes and thou- is coordinating the release of resources. sands are still missing. As the full extent of this Salvation Army personnel are based in many ofthe dev­ tragic disaster continues to astated areas and have been be revealed, The Salvation on the forefront of offering Army is putting out an urgent aid and relief to the people appeal for funds to best serve struggling after this unex- the survivors. Monetary pected tragedy. donations earmarked Salvation Army volunteers “Disaster Relief’ may be fed over 1,200 people yester­ sent to your local Salvation day in the Kanyakumari and Army or made online at Muttom areas in India and www. use. salvationarmy. org many Salvation Army facili- or by calling 1-800-SALties are being used as feeding ARMY. the U.S. Department of Service (APHIS) because Agriculture (USDA), fol­ it attacks live trees and lowing the discovery, by a could cause significant Saginaw homeowner, of economic and environ­ an invasive exotic pest on mental damage. According to MDA some of these artificial inspectors who responded trees. Callidiellum villosulum, to the complaint, the bee­ also known as the Brown tle hitchhiked in the trunks Fir Longhomed Beetle, is of the trees, which are a round-headed woodbor­ made of unprocessed ing insect that is now wood. known to occur in the U.S. More than 20 retailers It is considered a signifi­ nationwide received the cant quarantine pest of decorative holiday items concern by USDA Animal from Polytree Hong Kong Plant Health Inspection Co., Ltd., a China-based manufacturer. As part of the recall, APHIS has requested that retailers remove any Polytree artificial Christmas trees with natu­ ral wood trunks from shelves and return them to a regional distribution center. Consumers are also urged to return the infested Polytree-brand trees to the store where they were purchased for a refund. If life or dead insects or larve are found, con- sumers should contact their MDA Regional Office or local Michigan State University Extension office. If possi­ ble, the insects or larvae should be placed in plastic bags and frozen until they can be collected by state or federal inspectors. For more information on the recall, please con­ tact APHIS toll-free at 1­ 888-703-4457. BURGLARIES, continued from page 1 Eaton County Sheriff’s Department and we checked the entire building. It seems that the only areas that were disturbed were Mr. Smith’s room and the office area.” Davenport estimated that there was at least $1,000 in cash and checks inside the safe which was stolen. “There were a bunch of checks for the Greenfield Village trip and lunch money in there,” he said. A week earlier, Larry Weatherwax, the owner of Weatherwax Farm Market and Nursery in Vermontville, discovered a similar break-in at his estab­ lishment at 7:05 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 26. According to Eaton County Undersheriff Fred McPhail the back door ofthe Jason Miller, the principal business was pried open and of Fuller Street Elementary the glass removed to gain reported the suspects took access to the building. more than $2,000 in cash, in Fourteen cartons of addition to checks and elec­ Marlboro cigarettes and tronics such as digital cam­ $1,000 in cash was stolen eras, laptop computers and from the farm market. the speakers to the sound McPhail said it appears that system in the school library. there also was an unsuccess­ Kim Kramer, superintend­ ful attempt to break into the ent of Maple Valley Schools, ATM machine located inside said that while the schools the store. have insurance that covers The investigating officer break-ins, there is a $1,000 found one set of footprints deductible, so a large portion leading to and from the back of the damages will have to door from the road, but no be paid from the school’s other evidence was obtained general fund. from the scene, according to Kramer said the school McPhail. board has been looking into On Dec. 12 a'break-in was increasing security at the ele­ discovered at Fuller Street mentary schools. Elementary School and “The board’s goal has reported to the Nashville been to increase security, but Police Department. they were looking primarily In that incident, Nashville at increasing safety and secu­ Police Chief Garry Barnes rity for the kids. They are reported that it appeared that looking at installing cameras the suspects entered the like they have at the high school through a window on school to increase safety the southwest comer of the security in the building and building, before ransacking parking lot. Maybe ifthey do the desks and cupboards in something like that we will several classrooms, breaking be able to kill two birds with into the office and taking the one stone,” he said. “They safe. are also talking about FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates 06590554 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 installing alarm systems; nothing has been decided yet, they are looking at a variety of options,” he said. Kramer said that he has been talking to the districts legal council to try to deter­ mine what they should advise the parents, who had checks stolen from the schools, should do to protect themselves. “We don’t as a rule keep large amounts of money in the schools; but both breakins occurred after fund-raising events so there were a vast amount of checks writ­ ten by individuals to fund­ raising organizations or tour companies,” said Kramer. “Parents need to know what to do. Should they put a stop on the check? If they do that they have to pay a fee. What are they supposed to do, their names, addresses and social security numbers are on some of those checks. We’re hoping to get some advise on those issues.” Kramer said it appears to him that the same people broke in to both schools. “The MO (method of operation) was the same at both buildings. It appears that someone may have got­ ten the keys but broke win­ dows to give the appearance that someone had to break in,” he said. “In both cases they targeted cash, they passed by a lot computers, cameras and other valuable things and there was no van­ dalism. They were specifi­ cally looking for cash. Kramer said the board iscontemplating offering a reward, but no decision has been made yet. “Offering a reward has often been successful in some areas, particularly at the secondary level; but we’re not sure that kids are involved in this. They (law enforcement officers) have taken fingerprints and are continuing their investiga­ tion.” Barnes said that a witness reported seeing a dark blue or black Jeep Cherokee or Grand Cherokee near the school during non-business hours. Anyone with information about the break-ins should call Capt. Greg Crawford at the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department at (517) 543­ 3512 extension 380, or the Nashville Police Department at (517) 852-9866. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-01-18.pdf a3c228bb9c59bc002d4e55130dcd85fa PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST H TINGS Ml 49058-1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, inc. 135T N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 3, January 18, 2005 Dog tags ID good behavior at Maplewood by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The fashion forecast for spring at Maplewood Elementary School: Dog tags, and lots of them. Starting this week the fourth, fifth and sixth grade students at Maplewood can earn dog tags for a variety of achievements and positive behaviors including citizen­ ship, reciting the school mis­ sion statement, being drug free, making the all-A honor roll, making the A and B honor roll, reading and per­ fect attendance. “The teachers and the stu­ dents are really excited about this,” said Fred Davenport, Maplewood principal. “I’ve had teachers ask if we could get more dog tags for excel­ lence in art or a particular subject and I say, ‘Sure, any­ thing we can do to recognize achievement and good behavior.’ Plus, when word started getting around the school that we were going to give out Lion Pride dog tags for reciting the school mis­ sion statement, I had a group of five girls come up to me in the hall and recite the mis­ sion statement, even though we weren’t ready to start the program yet. The kids are all really excited about it.” Davenport said he got the idea for the program when he saw a girl in the hallway at the beginning of the year who wearing dog tags that she earned while attendingg school in another district. “I went on the Internet and searched and I found a site where they have different Kolt Ewing, a fifth-grader at Maplewood, displays the dog tags he earned for citizenship and being able to recite the school’s mission statement. types of dog tags for all sorts of things and you can pur­ chase the ones you want and set up your own program,” said Davenport. “But, before I ordered them 1 talked to kids and asked them if they would wear the dog tags and, overwhelmingly, they said they would.” Davenport said the dog tag program gives balance to the school’s discipline program. “We have a discipline committee that was brought together to find a more con­ sistent approach to disci­ pline, and we came up with a system format that has been very successful because our referrals are way down from last year,” he said. “The dis­ cipline program is more equitable because we keep track on the computer any time there is a referral so we can see where we are at and what the appropriate response would be. This approach has allowed us to be more consistent and have more communication with parents. “But what the committee said they wanted to do was to also have consequences for positive behaviors. We have the student of the month pro­ gram where we recognize three students, one from each grade and runners-up for their citizenship and effort and they receive rewards for th<lj bnr'wejjave something where all the students could earn some recognition,” he added. Davenport added that while the school often gives certificates to students for achievement, citizenship and more, they take them home and show them to their par­ ents and that’s the often the end of it. “In talking to the kids they said they feel like the certifi­ cates are something that they can take home and give or show to their parents, but with the dog tags it is some­ thing they have ownership Maple Valley graduate spared wrath of tsunami in Indonesia by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Vermontville resident Sandy Hosey, assistant librarian at Putnam District Library in Nashville, worried about her sister, brother-in­ law and niece for nearly two weeks after the tsunami struck the coast of Southeast Asia, South Asia and Indonesia Dec. 26, causing more than 150,000 deaths. Hosey’s sister, Naomi (Wray) Coward, a 1974 graduate of Maple Valley High School, her brother-in­ law, David Coward, and niece, Hannah Coward, have lived in Indonesia for nearly 20 years, serving as Bible translators or MMTs (Mother Tongue Translators) for SIL International, a faith­ based organization that doc­ uments, studies and assists in the development of little known languages around the g gglobe.' “They stay in little vil­ lages in Indonesia for months at a time, getting to. know the people and the lan­ guage and working on trans­ lation. They have a home base in Jakarta, where they pick up mail and telephone messages; but I had no idea where they were when the tsunami struck,” said Hosey. “When they went back to Indonesia in the fall, my niece went to boarding school and my sister and her husband went back to anoth­ er little village but I didn’t know where it is. I just knew that they had moved for safe-, ty reasons from because the Muslim were killing the Christians where they were before.” Naomi (Wray) Coward Hosey said she tried call­ ing the United States State department to find Out if they had any information about her sister and her family. While she was waiting for a response from the State Department, Hosey called her former stepmother, Joan Wray, and her brother, Steve Wary, to see if they had any information. “My brother had moved, but I looked him up on the Internet and within a half an hour I got a call from him saying that someone had got a hold ofthem (the Cowards) on a land-line or a short wave radio and he said they were OK,” said Hosey. “When I got a call from the State Department later, they told me that my sister’s fam­ ily was lucky they had moved.” Hosey said, she has contin­ ued to call and e-mail her sis­ ter, but still hasn’t been able to contact them personally. “All I know is if people want to make donations, please do so, because the people over there are really desperate,” said Hosey. of, they can wear them or take home and hang on their bulletin board. Its something that belongs to them. “With the dog tags,, for less then $1,000 we’re able to implement a program that allows students to show their success in academics and other areas,” said Davenport. Thornapple Lake Road party store burglary latest in rash of incidents? The Barry County County Sheriff’s Sheriff’s Department is Department, the Michigan investigating a break-in at State Police Post and the Little’s Country Store on Nashville Police Thomapple Lake Road in Department, comparing evi­ which the suspect or suspect dence in a series of similar took 36 cartons ofcigarettes, g ’ recent break-ins. mostly Marlboros and In December and January Camels, and undisclosed there have been similar amount of cash: break-ins reported at While Sgt. Tim Rowse, Cappon’s Sporting Goods in from the Barry County Yankee Springs, Tom’s Sheriff’s Department would Market in Hastings, Fuller not disclose the amount of Street Elementary School in cash taken, citing an ongoing Nashville, Weatherwax Farm investigation, Laurie Little, Market and Nursery in manager of Little’s Country store, said that the cash “I’mjust hoping that if stolen from the store includ­ someone in the community ed funds collected from the knows who did this they’ll community to sponsor fire­ be mad enough to rat works display at Thomapple them out. ” Lake on the 4th of July. — Store manager “I’m just hoping that if Laurie Little someone in the community knows who did this they’ll be Vermontville and mad enough to rat them out,” Maplewood Elementary she said. School in Vermontville. The break-in was reported During his report to Nashville Village to the Barry County Sheriffs the Department at 7 a.m. Council Thursday evening, Sunday, Jan. 9, when the Nashville Police Chief Garry store’s assistant manager Barnes reported that a sus­ arrived at the store and dis­ pect in the case had been covered evidence of a break­ interviewed and he was meeting on Friday with offi­ in. The report filed at the cers from the Hastings City Barry County Sheriff’s Police Department, the Department said the suspects Michigan State Police Post in gained entry to the store by' Hastings, the Michigan State forcing their way through a Police Post in Lansing and steel door at the back of the both the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department and the building. Rowse said the Barry Barry County Sheriff’s County Sheriff’s Department Department to discuss the is working with the Eaton case. In This Issue • Nashville rezones Reed St. property • Tsunami relief collection today • Eaton Sheriff’s Dept, busts area meth lab • Lions’ volleyball knocked from tourney by second loss to Gladiators • Basketball team’s second half col lapse puts an end to win streak �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 18,2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 Even/one Need’s Encouragement OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. HOMETOWN: 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! Call But abort one another every day, as long as it is called "today," that none ofyou may be hardened by the deceitfulness ofsin. 945-9554 R.S.V. . 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Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 Broker PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, ILM. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE . Phone (517) 852-0580 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Sunday Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . .. 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: ..u.n... a..y... e.r.v...c.e..s..:...9„„:15 a.m. Morning ___Prayer .................. 11XX) am. Holy Communion NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH V 219 N. Main Street, Nashville METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service .......... 7 p.m. ht> MACE PHARMACY PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 9 517-852-2500 Ask for our Sales Dept. ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES ft % 0 ing an honest compliment to a friend or stranger will help lift a person's spirit. I once knew an owner ofa business who would never compliment bis employees, because be thought ifhe told them they were doing a goodjob they would ask for a raise in pay. With this kind ofattitude it is difficult to keep loyal and good employees who feel that they are contributing to the business; and in fact, they may actually feel that they are being taken advantage of. God wants us to treat others as we want to be treated, and sharing a kind word ofencouragement to those we come in contact with reflects God's love and good will. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE j-k IT For more information call 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 943-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group * Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 203 N. State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass ........................ 9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAULANDRADE VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH Call 269-945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News Action-ads! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 18,2005 — Page 3 Nashville rezones Reed St. property by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council voted last Thursday night to approve a request by Jerry Reese to rezone his property at 1029 Reed St. from a planned unit develop­ ment to R-l residential. The decision was made unanimously after a public hearing in which there was no comment. Trustee Mary Coll was absent and one seat was vacant. Before the vote, trustee Ron Bracy, who also is a member of the village plan­ ning committee, said that the committee had reviewed Reese’s plans for the site and had no objection to it being rezoned as R-l residential. Also on Thursday night, the council approved motions to: The Revueobserving start of 10th season Maplewood Students of Month chosen Maplewood Students of the Month for January are (from left) McKaily Bodenmuller, fourth grade; Kolt Ewing, fifth grade and Jessica Curtis, sixth grade. Getting acquainted with Vermontville Twp. EMTs Shirley Harmon has been Harmon stays involved in with Vermontville Township EMS because of the elderly Fire & EMS since she people in tlie community. became a Medical First She has lived in the Responder in 1981, being Vermontville area all her life trained at the Vermontville and many of those type of Fire station. patients might feel betterjust In 1986, while working seeing a familiar face. full time and raising her fam­ During her time with the ily, she took the next step department she has seen and went to school in many changes in EMS. One Potterville, receiving her that she points out is that Emergency ’ Medical EMS used to be "load and Technician license at that go." Now EMTs are trained time. in so many more procedures Harmon said her first run and have so much more ever when she became a equipment at their disposal medical first responder was that it better prepares and an auto accident in which a stabilizes a patient in the pre­ life was lost. One ofthe most hospital setting. harrowing years that sticks Shirley and her husband, out in her mind was when Rod, have three grown sons, she had five CPR runs in four one grandson and another on months, which is a lot for the way. She puts in 28 to 30 one person in a small town. hours a week as village clerk Several other runs involving for Vermontville. She says children also come to mind the Village Council is sup­ because they seem the most portive of her closing the vilemotional for good reasons, lage office if she is needed and tragically, for bad. on a run in order to possibly "Those bad runs are the help save a life. She also times when the care you pro­ works part time at Carl’s in vide extends way beyond the Nashville and serves as patient," she said. treasurer for Vermontville ‘-Diana’s <-P#acc x:x The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Township Library. Marcia Grant, ambulance director, calls Shirley the ""senior EMT" on the department, reflecting not her age, but her years on the depart­ ment. “The wealth ofknowledge arid experience she has stored in her memory bank is priceless and I am glad to have the opportunity to continually learn from her.” Tsunami relief collection today Brownie Troop #528 members will be collecting donations to help victims of the tsunafni disaster at Castleton Township Hall from 4 to 7 p.m. this evening, Tuesday, Jan. 18.. The hall is located at 915 Reed St. in Nashville The Brownies are asking for donations of new blankets, hand towels, washcloths, toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap and shampoo to aid victims of the recent tsunami in Asia and India. Cash donations will also be accepted. All donations will be given to the International organiza­ tion for distribution to vic­ tims of the tsunami that dev­ astated Indonesia and other islands in the Indian Ocean On Dec. 26. The Revue is celebrating the start of its 10th season of theater at the Vermontville Opera House by doing its 30th show, “The Music Man” Feb. 4-6 and 10-13. Friends of The Revue are invited to a 10th anniversary reunion Saturday, Feb. 5, froml to 5 p.m., at the Mulberry Gardens in Nashville. The owners of Mulberry, Nancy and Orvin Moore, were in a few shows when The Revue first began. Nancy's sister and family, Lynn Blakely, are in “The Music Man” for the second time. It started in 1996 with a small group offriends, led by Bill Reynolds, who was only 23 years old at the time. He had been in his high school musicals and while going to college, went back to Maple Valley and helped Norma Acker by building set and playing piano. With no for­ mal training, he had only a dream to start a community tneater group. So with the help of Ryan Rosin and Jeremy Schneider, they put together a couple of summer shows, “The Foreiner oregner and “The Impor gtance of Being Earnest.” They had very small crowds, but gained experience. In February 1997, the three fellows worked together to put on “The Music Man.” Reynolds produced it, built set, got the costumes, did the advertising and what­ ever else needed to be done, and Schneider, studying at Western Michigan University to be a math teacher, directed the show (his very first show ever). Rosin, who was a chemistry major and music minor, directed the music and taught himself to play piano. They did five shows of “The Music Man” in one weekend and by the last show, the Opera House was packed beyond capacity. The cast and community wanted more. Schneider was in a few more shows and went on to do summer stock. Now he is married, lives in Florida, and says he can’t wait to move back to do the­ ater again. Rosin is now a music and science teacher at Maple Valley High School and directs the high school musi­ cals. Bill and Ryan help each other out with their musicals. Reynolds has produced all 30 shows at The Revue while directing, acting, playing piano, choreographing, cos­ tume designing, building set, designing sound and lights and whatever else needs to be done in most of them. His wife, Jenny, lets him pursue his dream after he leaves his day job as a ultrasound tech at Pennock Hospital. Their three children, Ellie, Betsy, and Will are all in the current show while Jenny manages the concessions as she has for the last 10 seasons. Jenny also mans the phone and takes reservations. This past year The Revue had more than 2,500 people in their audiences enjoying “Joseph,” Once on This Island” and “Wait Until Dark.” • Authorize the following quarterly payments: ambu­ lance $3,250; fire $5,000; and transfer-recycle $250. • Authorize Village Council President Frank Dunham to sign an agree­ ment with McKenna and Associates for work on the village’s master plan. • Set 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, as the date and time for a public hearing on the proposed 2005-2006 budget for the village. The council also went into closed session to discuss “employee issues” involving the Nashville Police Department. No action was taken when the council returned to open session. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Michael J. Warren . Navy Seaman Recruit Michael J. Warren, a 2003 graduate of Maple Valley High School, recently gradu­ ated from the Basic Hospital Corps School at Naval Hospital Corps School, Great Lakes, Ill. During the 14-week course, Warren learned a wide range of medical proce­ dures used to provide first aid and assist Navy doctors and nurses. Warren also received an introductory instruction for service in a variety of medical environments, from fleet hospitals and shipboard medical departments to fleet Marine forces and medical administration offices. Warren's newly acquired skills and knowledge will enable him to help provide quality health care to Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families. Warren's first assignment after school will involve direct patient care, but with his training, he can work in several areas, including first aid and.assisting with minor surgery, phar­ macy and laboratory analy­ sis, patient transportation and food service inspections. Warren joined the Navy in May 2004. Need help budgeting your insurance costs? Open Tuesday - Friday >:x< HASTINGS 4 S.E. 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She survives along with six children, step-daughter Danielle Speer of Parma, Nichole Goszulak, Elizabeth Goszulak, Amber Goszulak, Emily Goszulak and Johnnie II Goszulak, all of Battle Creek. Also surviving are his mother Donna Jean Root; three brothers, Charles Pukyrys of Lansing, David (Kathy) Goszulak, Wally (Angie) Goszulak are both from Battle Creek; one sister, Sue (Ed) Bursley of Girard; one uncle, Mike (Janet) Root of White Pigeon; one aunt, Pat (Larry) Graham of Leslie; six nieces; three nephews and many special friends. He was proceeded in death by one son, Joseph Goszulak; father, Sam Goszulak; grandparents Earl (Velda Speer) Root and uncle Jerry Root. He loved his truck with the Mary Lou Kamiensky LANSING - Mary Lou Kamiensky, age 80, of Lansing, and formerly of Lake City, died Wednesday, January 12, 2005. Mrs. Kamiensky was bom April 8, 1924, in Greene County, Arkansas, the daughter of Arthur A. and Neoma (Harris) Etherton. She had previously worked at Fisher Body, and then owned and operated an A&W Drive Inn . in Archibald, Ohio for many years and was a dedicated wife. She enjoyed traveling for many years. She is survived by seven grandchildren, Paul (Annette) Huffman of Arizona, Tom (Christine) Huffman of Florida, Cindy (Fred) Rich of Lansing, Warren (Tammy) Huffman of Olivet, Tim Huffman of Arizona, Michael Grant of Lansing, Lisa (Jesse Medina) Huffman of Florida and 16 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Don Kamiensky in 1997, daugh- NASHVILLE - Lila M. (Babcock) (Huss) Helrigel, age 77, of Thomapple Lake Road, Nashville, died Tuesday, January 11,2005 at her residence. Mrs. Helrigel was bom on April 15, 1927 in Muskegon, eagle in the back window as the daughter of Claud and well as the Detroit Lions and Ada (Kimball) Babcock. John Wayne movies. He She was raised in the enjoyed going to the races Muskegon and 'Ludington and helping out in the pit to areas and attended schools make sure that the cars were there, later graduated from running properly. Hastings High School. He liked to quiz his girls She came to the on country music to see if Nashville/Hastings areas in they could name the song the early 1950’s. and who sang it. Her employment included He was very close to his J-Ad Graphics in Hastings. baby brother, Wally, and She was a member of they did a lot of things together. Memorial services were VERMONTVILLE held January 8, 2005 at Farley-Estes-Dowdle William Reynolds, age 85, of Funeral Home in Battle Vermontville, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2005 Creek. at The Dimondale Nursing Care Center in Lansing. Mr. Reynolds was bom in ters Judy in 1974 and Pamela Charleston, SC on March 31, in 1998. Funeral services were 1919. He was the son of the held Monday, January 17, late William and Christina 2005 at Vermontville (Sweat) Reynolds. In 1945 he married Marie Congregational Church with (Galloway) Reynolds. The Rev. Sally Nolen officiating, with interment in Woodlawn couple spent their early years together in the Lansing area, Cemetery, Vermontville. moved to the If desired, memorial con­ then tributions may be made to Vermontville area where the Vermontville they have lived for the past Congregational Church. 26 years. They were married Further information avail­ 53 years when Mattie passed able at away in 1999. www.prayfuneral.com Hastings Women of the Moose, Nashville V.F.W. Post #8260 and she enjoyed doing crafts. Mrs. Helrigel is survived by her sons, Frank (Beth) Huss of Hastings and Edward (Pam) Huss of Hastings; daughter, Patricia Beebe of California; step­ daughter, Jody (Gary) Pratt of Wayland; 16 grandchil­ dren; 13 great grandchildren; brother, Paul Babcock of Nashville and sister, Gail (Bernie) Sterly of Ludington; nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Raymond Helrigel in 1995; HASTINGS - Janice Fay Dean, age 63, of Hastings, died Saturday, January 15, 2005 at her residence. Mrs. Dean was bom on February 1, 1941 in Greenville, the daughter of Frank and Pearl (Hall) VanVlerah. She was raised in the Belding area and attended schools there. She was married to Ronald A.W. Dean on October 12, 1958. They moved to the Hastings area in 1979 from Lake Odessa. She was employed as co­ manager of Merlino’s Hidden Valley Estates for several years. Mrs. Dean is survived by her son, Ronald, (Vicki) Dean of Nashville; daugh­ ters, Roxanne (Andy) Turner of Big Springs, KY and Lisha (Ralph) Field of Sheridan; eight grandchil­ dren; three great grandchil­ dren; and sister, Carol Ann Wedell of Gladstone. Preceding her in death were parents and her hus- Charles E. Patrick--------------NASHVILLE - Charles E. Northern Indiana Blue Grass Christine Sue Patrick; first Patrick, age 72, ofNashville, Association and attended the wife, Thelma (Maggard) formerly of Charlotte, died Chester Gospel Church. Patrick and two brothers, Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2005 in Surviving are his wife, Kenneth and Joe Patrick. Lansing. Charles was born Carol Ann (Eaton) Patrick; Funeral services were held October 11, 1932 in Wes three daughters, Connie on Monday, January 17, Coal, Kentucky, the son of (Paul Kirby) Somes of 2005 at the Charlotte Curtis and Mallie (Morgan) Charlotte, Penny (David) Assembly of God, 1100 E. Patrick and had been a Ryan of Nashville and Clinton Trail, Charlotte with Charlotte/Nashville area res­ Charlene (Richard) Cooley Pastor Mark Woodbury offi­ ident since 1953 coming of Nashville; stepdaughter, ciating. Interment was in the from Kentucky. Earlene Jo (Terry) King of Maple Hill Cemetery. He was a retired employee Vermontville; two stepsons, Memorial contributions of the' Aluminum Extrusions Kenneth (Andrea) Patrick of may go to the family. Co. in Charlotte with over 30 Hamstead, NC and Curtis Arrangements by years of service. (Missy) Patrick of Bath, and Burkhead-Green Funeral He was well known as a 12 grandchildren. Home, Charlotte. Blue Grass Music Performer. He was preceded in death He was a member of the by his parents; daughter, daughter, Shirley Huss; step-daughters, Lynn Summers and Beth Wester; brothers, Harold, George and Leo Babcock and a sister, Evelyn McDowell. Memorial services were held Saturday, January 15, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Richard Brooks officiating. Burial was at Irving Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-funeral-home.com). William Reynolds William spent his working career employed with General Motors at the Fisher Body plant in Lansing, where he worked as a Metal Finisher. William enjoyed raising tropical fish. He was also very well known for his famous chickens. Over the years, William became quite skilled at catching the chick­ ens. He was a member of the Local 602 UAW Union at Fisher Body. He is survived by his chil­ dren, sons, William “Al” (Sheri) Reynolds, Billy (Jeannie) Reynolds; daugh­ ter, Joan Felzke; eight grand­ children; and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years Mattie; a brother, Raymond; sisters, Mazzie, Wilhelmina, Maude; and a brother-in-law, Bill. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Monday, January 17, with Pastor Dianne Bowden officiating. Interment took place at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions can be made to The Shriners. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Janice Fay Dean band Ronald on July 2,2001. No funeral home visita­ tion. A celebration of life gathering will take place on Tuesday, January 18, 2005 from 2-6 p.m. at her home (4777 Barber Road, Lot #77, Hastings). Burial will be at Ft. Custer National Cemetery in Augusta. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-fimeral-home.com) O-ad Graphics Call 945- 9554 “Our Family Serving Yoiirs 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 (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 07513930 co . anes & Fami'y Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. for Maple Valley News Ads J• -n Graphics �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 18, 2005 — Page 5 Nashville woman relocating massage business to Hastings k J^l Jl W kL I i«4 Ik ’’till SO .4 ’"isteu seu rtf wJ; I p II ’■* Silnaiiiij i pili WiitaMlaf, I in Bbobs). Bauldkt * RCb&Nmbu!C®f n- fata ct- aiifsaitiifc la tyWra fteiOtai a; fteimiEr r ata.™ | by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Tina Papazian has moved her business, Stone Hedge Massage, from her home in rural Nashville to a new location inside Miller’s Carpet & Furniture, located at 107 E. Woodlawn Ave. in Hastings. Papazian, a certified mas­ sage therapist who has been in business for one year, decided to move her business to Hastings to make it more convenient and accessible for her clientele. “When I was first certified I set up my business in my home in Nashville, but I lived way out in the country on a dirt road. I was talking to my friends, the Millers, and they suggested I could set up a shop in their store in Hastings,” said Papazian. Papazian’s husband, Erik, and her brother, Rick Argo, built the walls to enclose her new therapeutic space in the back of Miller’s Carpet & Furniture and Mike and Linda Miller donated the car­ peting and wallpaper. “I’ve tried to create a relaxing atmosphere,” said Papazian. “We have soft lighting, I have a fountain and I play music with natural sounds, so it will be very relaxing.” Papazian, was trained by Tina Papazian stands next to the massage table in Stone Hedge Massage, which she has relocated from rural Nashville to inside Miller’s Carpet & Furniture on Woodlawn Avenue in Hastings. Bonnie Frye, a massage ther­ apist and the proprietor of Heavenly Touch Massage Therapy, which is also locat­ ed in Hastings. “I had been seeing a chiro­ practor for lower back prob­ Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library lems. Then my brother, who had been seeing Bonnie for back problems, introduced me to her at a Halloween party at the Moose Lodge,” explained Papazian. “I went to Bonnie for a massage and it felt so good. “I had been to school to be a dental lab technician, but I didn’t feel like I was doing anything; there was no oneon-one touch with some­ one,” she added. “I kept ask­ ing Bonnie if she could teach my sister, and me and she finally agreed. We used my brother and sister-in-law as guinea pigs.” Papazian said she has been able to help her brother with muscle strain in his back and Linda Miller with a nagging pain in her leg. “Rick is a police officer and he gets pains in his back, neck and shoulders from having to wear that heavy belt with all the equipment on it. Linda had been having a lot of pain in her calf, I worked on it for a half an hour, when I was done she said it was sore but the pain was gone,” said Papazian. Papazian said she hopes to continue her education in massage therapy at the Olympia Training Center in Kalamazoo as her business grows. “Right now I do Swedish massage, I’d like to learn dif­ ferent types like Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage and deep muscle massage,” she said. “The Millers are going to help me get started by running a special promotion. If you buy a mattress, you get a gift certificate for a free massage,” said Papazian. Stone Hedge Massage Therapy is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday with extended evtening hours on Friday and from,. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. For an appointment call (517) 852-0382 or (269) 945- 2091. Hendershot-Williams united in marriage Carrie Hendershot, the daughter of Paul and Marilyn Hendershot of Delton, and Joe Williams, the son of Don and Joyce Williams of Nashville, were united in marriage on Oct. 2, 2004, with a small ceremony at the couple’s home in Delton. The ceremony was officiated by Richard Hillman. Maid of honor was Shawna Hubbarth, friend of the bride and groom. Bridesmaid was Melanie Smith, sister of the bride. Flower girls were Kimberly and Victoria Smith, nieces of the bride. Best man was Hank Purdey, friend of the bride and groom. Carrie is a 1996 graduate of Hastings High School. Joe is a 1991 graduate of Hastings High School. They are both employed at J-Ad Graphics in Hastings. Pictured with the couple is their three year old son, Blake. The couple will honeymoon in Cancun at a later date. Several readers have Trench, by Steven Alten; earned their first bingo prize Wrath of the Mountain Man, in our adult winter reading by William W. Johnstone; program “Snow is Falling Buckskin: Silver City Books are Calling.” It’s not Carbine, by Kit Dalton; too late to join the fun and Judgement Day, by Frank have a chance at several Roderus. great prizes. Our growing list Junior Fiction: Scoobyofprizes include: a one night Doo and the Loch Ness stay in a jacuzzi room cour­ Monster, by Suzanne tesy of Charlotte Super 8 Wayne; Animal Ark: The Eaton County Motel, dinner for two at the Hamster in the Holly, by Ben Sheriff’s Department arrest­ Dawg house in Charlotte. M. Baglio; Star Wars: Jedi ed two people in Chester The book discussion group Quest: The Final Showdown, Township Tuesday, Jan. 4, selection for February is By Jude Watson; Everwood: when they found evidence of “Angry Housewives Eating Making Choices, by Laura a methamphetamine lab in an Bon-Bons. Sometimes life is Bums; Thoroughbred: out building located at 4373 like a bad waiter - it serves Melanie’s Double Jinx, and North Chester Road. , you exactly what you don’t Kaitlin’s Wild Ride, by Alberta Lewis, of Nashville, The sheriffs department want The women of Freesia Joanna Campbell; Runt, by will be turning 80. She was obtained a search warrant for Court have come together at Marin Dane Bauer; The bom Jan. 19,1925. the property after someone life’s table, fully convinced Extreme Team: Into the called in at 10:30 a.m. to that there is nothing good Danger Zone, by Stephanie report a suspicious odor. coffee, delectable desserts Peters; Angels in Pink: The two suspects were and a strong shoulder can’t Kathleen’s Story, by Lurlene arrested later at 8:15 p.m. fix. Laughter is the glue that McDaniel. whe they returned to that Junior Non-Fiction: Oh hold them together - the address. Their names are foundation of a book group Brother!: Growing Up with a being withheld pending they call AHEB - Angry Special Needs Sibling, by arraignment. Housewives Eating Bon Natalie Hale. Bons - an unofficial “club” Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • that becomes much more. It Cute & Sassyfrom the very becomes a lifeline. Follow Stop by and the lives ofthese five women beginning, through 40 eventful years check out the Whatever you choose of stay-at-home days and to do in life, new careers, children and 3 large selection at co grandchildren - bold begin­ we’re sure you’ll always nings and second chances, in to be winning. J-Ad Graphics which the power of forgive­ Happy 16th Birthday ness, understanding and the Printing Plus perfectly times giggle fit in 2 |to the CPR that mends broken 1351 N. M-43 hearts and shattered dreams. — January 20 — New DVD’s and Videos: Love Mom & Dad, Jordy, Grandpa Highway, Hastings Troy. & Grandma, Uncle Steve, Aunt Adult Fiction: The Palo 3 Janice, Kylie, Hannah, Gavin, Duro Trail, by Ralph & Aunt Mary & Uncle Marv Compton; Every Boly’s Got One, by Meg Cabot; The Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 • Sweet 16 Kaitlyn Hulsebos Eaton Sheriff’s Dept, busts area meth lab Need wedding invitations? Hulsebos-King engaged Tammie and Ron Royston of Charlotte and Michael and Cindy Hulsebos of Wayland are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Cassie Hulsebos to Casey King, son of Jim and Susan King of Hastings and Cynthia King of Lansing. The bride-to-be is a 2001 graduate of Charlotte High School and is currently enrolled in the elementary edu­ cation program at Western Michigan University. The groom is a 1997 gradu­ ate of Hastings High School and a 2003 graduate of Central Michigan University. Casey is currently pursuing his masters degree from Western Michigan University. He is also presently teaching fourth grade in Lakeshore Schools in Stevensville, Mich. A July 2nd wedding date has been set. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 18,2005 — Page 6 Lions knocked from tourney by second loss to Gladiators by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Fowlerville and Hamilton met in the finals ofthe Maple Valley Invitational on Saturday. The two teams met in pool play, and split, then went head to head for the championship. Those were the only two teams to defeat Maple Valley all day long. It took a solid effort from the Fowlerville Gladiators to knock the Lions out of the tournament. The Lions let down a little bit, when they fell behind the team that had beaten them earlier in pool play. “They weren’t aggressive in the last game,” said Maple Valley coach Kelly Offrink ofher girls. “We just stopped hitting, stopped moving around, and let them do whatever they wanted to do. It wasn’t like we were ever out of the game.” Fowlerville won their Lion senior Amy Abbott knocks a kill just over the outstretched arms of two Hamilton blockers in the final game of pool play on Saturday at the Maple Valley Invitational, as teammate Lisa Hamilton (2) looks on. (Photo by Brett Bremer) semifinal showdown with Maple Valley 21-15, 21-16. In both games, the final deficit was the largest one in the game for the Lions. The Lions offensive attack wasn’t as fierce, and their defense wasn’t quite as sharp after they fell behind the Gladiators in the second game. Fowlerville’s lead was only between one and three points for much of the match, but Offering said her team played like the margin was much larger. It was the end of a pretty good day overall for the Lions though. “They played hard all day,” said Offrink. “I’m pleased. Overall, I’m pleased.” The Lions finished third in their pool, then took on Oakridge in the quarterfi­ nals. The Lions topped the Oakridge Eagles 21-13, 21­ 10. A twisted ankle slowed up the Lions Amy Joostbems a bit on the day, but not much. She really game to life at the end of the second game against the Eagles, both offensively and defensively at the net. A string of four aces in five service attempts by the Lions Sammy Cowell 06601524! xplore a new direction ) www.BlueHeronAcademy.com Medical Massage Therapy. 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Maple Valley opened the day in pool play by knocking off North Pointe Christian 21-11,21-14. Then the Lions split with Bath 21-18, 21-13. Fowlerville then knocked off the Lions 21-15, 21-16, and Hamilton topped Valley 21-14,21-13. The top three teams in each pool advanced to the single-elimination tourna­ ment. Lisa Hamilton had a good day passing with 58 assists, and also record d 19 digs and seven aces. Amy Abbott had nine aces and 12. kills. Kortney Ewing had nine kills See VOLLEYBALL, page 8 oy Benjamin Boss FROW, Dad, Warn. KaleCyn, Tiffctuai & Ym Gtomfoowta The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 06601801 and four solo blocks. Allison Oleson added 22 digs. The Lions had a great day serving the ball, and have been doing a tremendous job putting the ball in play all season. Offrink is sure that her team’s service percent­ age is well above 90-percent, and added that anything over 85-percent should win a team a lot of games. FARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU UFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. Jessi Winegar winds up for a serve in the second game of the semifinals against Fowlerville on Saturday afternoon at Maple Valley. (Photo by Brett Bremer) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville,Tuesday. January 18. 2005 — Pace 7 Lions' second half collapse puts an end to win streak % Leslie’s big night at the free throw line Friday put an end to Maple Valley’s five game winning streak. The Lions hadn’t lost a ball game since Dec. 10, when they went to face the Blackhawkss in SMAA action. In the second quarter it looked like the Lions would be cruising to their sixth straight win. Maple Valley’s defense slowly broke down, and Leslie pulled out an 82-74 overtime victory. An 18-point deficit didn’t slow down the Blackhawks in the second quarter, and they battled back to pull within ten points at the half. Leslie hit 30 of their 39 free throw attempts in the game. Maple Valley hit just seven of its 18 free throws. “The first half, I couldn’t have asked for much better,” said Lion coach Keith Jones. “Our press worked real well. In the third quarter, I think we came out a little flat and they didn’t.” Scoring 69 points in four quarters will be enough to win basketball games on most nights, but both teams put up that total through four quarters and the game went to overtime where Leslie outscored the Lions 13-5. “Offensively, I can’t com­ plain about the play obvious­ ly, but somehow we’ve got to shore up our defense a little better.” Dustin Mead finished with a team high 16 points for the Lions, while he and Adam Lamphere each had five assists However, Mead missed the entire overtime session after fouling out, arid Lamphere had to hit the bench part way through the overtime. The Lions did get plenty of scoring from other sources throughout the night. Josh Bursley scored 15 points, Arfdy Root ten, Adam Gonser nine, and Jason Beardslee eight Bursley also had 12 rebounds. The Lions’ first win against a team with a winning record game Tuesday night, when they knocked off the then 4-3 Pennfield Panthers 79-72. Maple Valley was suc­ cessful on both ends of the floor, forcing the Panthers ■into 26 turnovers on defense and having three players fin­ ish in double digit scoring on the other end. Beardslee paced the Lions’ offensive attack with 18 points, while Gonser added 14 points, Adam Lamphere 12, and Mead 11. Having Beardslee attack­ ing the basket on the inside and Gonser lighting it up from outside was too much for the Panthers to handle. “Adam Gonser has been shooting real well from beyond the arc the last three of four games,” said Jones. “He’s probably shooting 50­ percent or better from back there.” The Lions trailed by a point at the half, but turned up their play on the defensive end an extra notch in the sec­ ond half. That combined with some solid free throw shooting after they had taken the lead for good, sealed the Panthers’ fate. Parresse Hampton and Ryan Penny helped keep the Panthers in the ball game, as the entire Lion team surged in the second half. 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Friday, Jan. 21 Hard boiled eggs, broccoli bacon salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. Monday, Jan. 24 Ham and pasta salad, peas and peanut salad, pineapple. Tuesday, Jan. 25 Roast beef w/cheese, 3bean salad, apricots, whole wheat bread. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, Jan. 19 Baked chicken and gravy, stuffing, peas, stewed toma­ toes, cake. Thursday, Jan. 20 Turkey ala-king, California blend, yellow squash, biscuit, plums. Friday, Jan. 21 Shephard’s pie, Brussels sprouts, peaches, jello. Monday, Jan. 24 Chicken-broc-chez casse­ role, waxed beans, apricots, wheat bread. Tuesday, Jan. 25 Pea soup with ham, country potatoes, applesauce, crack­ ers. Events Wednesday, Jan. 19 Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails, Music with Charlie. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia; BP Clinic 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Delton, Reminiscence. Nashville, TV Time 11 a.m.-l p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m.; foot clinic. Nashville, games. Delton, Puzzle/Trivia. Friday, Jan. 21 - Hastings, bingo, oil painting 9:30-11:30 a.m. Nashville, Happy Days Luncheon. Woodland, Visiting. Monday, Jan. 24 Hastings, crafts 10 a.m., card making 12:30-2:30 p.m., Music with Sam. Delton, bingo. H, W, N, Reminiscence Center. Tuesday, Jan. 25 - Hastings Board Games 10-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dance 1-2:30 p.m.; Red Hat; Kinship Care 7 p.m. conver­ sation. All 14 Lions had winning records Saturday as the team finished 5-0. Of those 14 individuals, five finished with unblemished records. Ron Smith (103), Raven Scurlock (112), Tyler Greenfield (119), Ben Boss (145), and Chris Morris (171) were all 5-0. Boss’ five victories improved his sea­ son record to 22-0. Valley topped Cassopolis 49-26, Sturgis 56-24, Edwardsburg 60-15, Berrien Springs 74-5, and Vicksburg 75-3. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jan. Jamie Corwin, Kevin Fassett, Dave Scurlock, and Keith Lackscheide were each 4-1. Tyler Corwin, Justin Cook, Joe Desrochers, John Stafford, and Jake McMillon were each 3-2. The Lions dominated Olivet and Morrice in the first SMAA contests of the season, at Olivet last Thursday. Valley topped the Orioles 77-6, and beat the Eagles 60-16. Valley won 11 weight classes against Olivet, and scored pins in seven ofthem. Raven Scurlock, Jamie Corwin, Tyler Corwin, Boss, Dave Scurlock, Lackscheide, and Stafford all won by pin. Morrice had five voids in its line-up, giving Valley an automatic 30 points. Then the Lions won anther seven matches by pin for 42 more points. Winning by pin against the Orioles were Raven Scurlock, Jamie Corwin, Cook, Fassett, Dave Scurlock, Morris, and McMillon. Valley’s other win was a 16-0 technical fall by Boss at 152 pounds. The Lions host Bellevue and Dansville on Thursday night in the SMAA, then travel to the Perry Rambler Toumanlent on Saturday. 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Currently, this approval occurs in individual steps with each regulatory body operating on their own separate time line. The new process reduces the time sig­ nificantly. “This plan will reduce the cost of housing in Michigan and increase local govern­ ment support for new devel­ opment,” said White. “MAR thanks the legislature, our member volunteers, and oth­ ers, who helped make this legislation become law.” MAPLE VALLEY Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 VOLLEYBALL, continued from page 6 Saturday, seven Lions had four aces or more. Sammy Cowell finished with seven aces, Rebecca Kent five, and Jessi Winegar four. The Lions are now 15-9-4 overall. They split with Springport and Hillsdale Thursday night in a couple of non-league matches. Valley topped Springport, but fell to Hillsdale. In the two contests, Joostbems led her team with eight kills, Hamilton had 25 assists, Root 18 digs and four solo blocks. 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AAA worked closely with scientists at TransAnalytics, a leading transportation safety research organization, to cre­ ate a tool that is both stateof-the-art and user-friendly. “In our extensive focus group testing, senior drivers viewed the program as sim­ ple, clear, valuable and even fun to use,” said Miller. “Many were especially enthusiastic about the poten­ tial to keep themselves and their loved ones safer and said they would follow through with the program recommendations.” Using videos and easy-to- follow instructions, Roadwise Review screens drivers in eight functional areas: • Leg Strength and General Mobility - necessary to control acceleration and braking. • Head/Neck Flexibility essential in checking blind spots, lane changes or merg­ ing. • High Contrast Visual Acuity - needed to identify pavement markings, as well as detect many types of haz­ ards in or near the road. • Low Contrast Visual Acuity - vital for low visibil­ ity conditions such as dusk, rain or fog. • Working Memory important in following direc­ tions, remembering traffic rules and regulations, and using information on high­ way guide signs. • Visualization of Missing Information - helps a driver recognize hazards even, when seeing only part of the pic­ ture. • Visual Search - safe driv­ ing requires the ability to quickly find and recognize traffic signs and landmarks. • Useful Field of View ensures drivers can pay attention to what is happen­ ing right in front of them while also noticing safety threats at the edge of their fiend of view. 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Monday, Jan. 24 Choose One - Hot pocket, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, tater tots, apple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 25 Choose One Double dogs, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, whole kernel com, grape push-up, juice, milk. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AH 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Now accepting MasterCard & Visa BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 | || Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 18,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS iis A A<< *"* J**! J! I ul * << Ahl \W. (269) 945-9554 6 Barry County Area Newspapers National Ads $110 AMISH LOG BED w/ ATTENTION: WORK queen mattress. Complete, FROM HOME! $500-$2,500/ never used. Must sell! mo. pt. $3,000-$7,000/mo. ft. (517)719-8062 Free CD Rom. 800-532-6304 or 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR- www.NewQualityLife.com. PET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on Household roll. New $800 - sell $295. $100 PILLOWTOP QUEEN (517)204-0600 mattress set (in plastic), AMISH DROP LEAF Brand new, never used! KITCHEN TABLE ’with 3 King, $150. (517)719-8062 chairs, in excellent condition, $150 WOOD FOUR POST $500 obo. (269)948-0502 BED with Sealy Posturpedic SLEIGH BED: queen cherry king mattress set, bought/ wood with pillowtop mat- never used. Cost over $800. (517)204-0600 tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 For Rent Pets BEAUTIFUL AKC REGISTERED YELLOW LAB PUPPIES! 3 females, dewclaws removed, wormed, shots, Mother on site. Ready for a loving home. Call (269)948-3717 • Lakewood News * Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News Reminder * Weekender * Hastings Banner Recreation FOR SALE: 1990 30' Class A motorhome, 27,000 miles, runs great, $23,000. Call (269)838-8909. Automotive FOR SALE: 1990 30' Class A motorhome, 27,000 27,000 miles, runs great, $23,000. Call (269)838-8909. 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EOE 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 (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. Friday, January 28 • 2 to 8 pm Saturday, January 29 • 18 am to 8 pm Sunday, January 38 • 18 am to 3 pm BARRY EXPO CENTER Promoted by... evtns draperies drfine furniture Vendors, for information call 945-4177 VENDORS: ADT Security Services Airway Heating & Cooling Godwin Quality Water Clean Pro of West Michigan paintbob.com Midkiff Building Group At Home Real Estate Home Spun Comer R-Value Concrete Structures Champion Windows & Patio Rooms Dig A Tree Transplanting Artisan Outdoor, Complete Landscape Design & Installation Brown’s Carpet One & Custom Interiors Barry County Lumber, Installation Progressive Graphics RadioShack Wired Up Girschle’s Flag Poles Home and Garden Party Tom’s Toys of Hastings Bleam Eavestroughing Snow and Son Construction Co. LLC 06601670 Michael Kinney Plumbing Terry McKinney Poured Walls Ever Dry Waterproofing Hastings City Bank Tongue & Groove Lumber Hubbell’s Painting River Town Window Manufacturing Bushwacker Nursery Standard Lumber (Sierra Post Frame Buildings) Affordable Asphalt King’s Appliances & Electronics MainStreet Savings Bank Pennock Health Services Fencing Forever Kathy's Carpet A-1 Etched Windows Digital Highway Southeast Heating & Cooling Michigan Dutch Barns Four Seasons Design & Waterland Spas Yankee Electric FREEBBQPnrk Buffet! Feighner Co. Boat, Docks & Lifts DeAnn Kesik-Arbonne Swiss Skin Care Randy Blair Landscaping Fillmore Equipment of Hastings CNC Metal Fabrication Home Interiors by Hope Bird State Employees Credit Union Bilger Construction Maynard’s Water Conditioning Oak Warehouse C&N Supply Cross Mortgage Belden Brick & Supply Ewing Well Drilling Spas Plus Strong Tower Construction Wild Birds Unlimited Two Men & a Truck Koppe’s Kandles Superior Photography West Michigan Powder Coating Kitchen Craft Lyons Septic Tank Service Home Experts Heating, Cooling & Electrical Barry-Eaton District Health Department Morris Carvings Kevin’s Draperies & Fine Furniture $3.00 per person / $5.00 per family / Students Free 1351 N. M-43 Highway P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mort­ gage made by Gregory D. Duits and Tricia D. Duits, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., dba The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 18th day of May, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 21st day of May, 1999 in Instrument No. 1029888 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, as Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of Febuary 28,2001 Series 2001-A on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Five Thousand Three Hundred Three & 12/100 ($65,303.12), and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, there­ fore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of February, 2005 at 1:00 o’clock p.m. Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bid­ der, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.25% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, includ­ ing the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the under­ signed, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Woodland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: SCHEDULE “A” All that parcel of land in Village of Woodland, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Liber 625, Page 407-412, ID# 08-015-110-059-00, being known and designated as Lot 1 of Samuel W. Cree Addition to the Village of Woodland, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 11. By Fee Simple Deed from Verdan Hesterly and June H. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 407 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Gene Blair and Doris Blair, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 408 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Virginia M. Tousley as set forth in Liber 625 Page 412 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Herbert Hesterly and Jane C. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 411 dated 01/30/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Ronald Hesterly and Mary L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 410 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Byron Hesterly and Betty L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 409 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Dated: 1/18/05 Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, Mortgagee FAB­ RIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Jonathan L. Engman (P56364) Attorney for Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 1470 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 ASAP627611 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8 06601733 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 18,2005 — Page 12 Horticulture, Gardening Programs Featured During ANR Week, March 442 Gardeners and hor­ ticulture enthusiasts will find an abundance of activities to keep their thumbs green dur­ ing the 90th annual Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Week, March 4-12 at Michigan State University (MSU). The Michigan Gladiolus Society Conference, March 4-6 at MSU’s Kellogg Biological Station in Hickory Comers, kicks off the gardening pro- grams. The conference starts at 4 p.m. March 4 and 8 a.m. March 5 and 6. From bog plants to pitcher plants, be inspired by what nature has to offer at the Michigan Wildflower Conference, March 6-7 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. each day at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center here. The Introduction to Garden Design workshop is a daylong immersion course that will cover garden design from site selection to plant­ ing. The workshop is March 8 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the . MSU Engineering Building, rooml345. Advanced Garden Design workshop partici­ pants will apply the design theory learned in introducto­ ry workshops to more com­ plex design exercises. Those who have completed the Designing with Perennials, Designing the Mixed Garden or Build your own bluebird house at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary Learn to build houses that may bring the bluebird and other songbirds to your back­ yard by attending a bluebird house-building workshop. Saturday, February 26 at MSU’s Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. Participants can attend an 11 a.m. session, or a repeated session at 1 p.m. Workshop leaders and local conserva­ tionists Bill and Pat Stovall will focus on building and placing of bluebird houses and will explore the blue­ bird’s natural history and its habitat. Wrens, chickadees, nuthatches, tree swallows, tufted titmice and English sparrows may also use blue­ bird houses. The program fee, which includes sanctuary admis­ sion, is $6 for adults, $4 for children (ages 2 to 12) and $5 for senior citizens (ages 65 and older). Pre-cut cedar bluebird house kits are avail­ able for $15.50. Participants are not required to purchase a house kit to attend the pro­ gram. Wood duck, screech owl, bat, flicker and other wood­ pecker birdhouses will be available at special work­ shop prices. The eastern bluebird popu­ lation in southwestern Michigan is growing, thanks to efforts by individuals and conservation groups includ­ ing the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary and the Michigan Non-Game Wildlife Fund, which have encouraged efforts to build homes and habitats for this popular native songbird species. Prepaid registration is required. To register for the workshop or for additional information, contact the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary at 269-671-2510 or e-mail czinders@kbs.msu.edu. Additional information on KBS special events can be found on the web at: www.kbs.msu.edu. Something Special*^ at Kathy's Offering Gifts and Antiques! “cAfot youft oftdinaity gi^t sto/te” ©pelting gi^ts tfiat a/tc unique and dl^e/tent. 'zfituQy “something special.” 207 N. Main (M-66) Nashville 517-852-0313 06601867 The Salon at Kathy's A lull Service Hair Salon for Men, Women & Children Walk-ins Welcome—517-852-0313 WE WILL ALSO OFFER TANNING, MANICURES, PEDICURES AND STATE OF THE ART MASSAGE CHAIR TREATMENTS Come in Stylist Teri Knoll Holt's 2001 Hair Stylist of the Year the hai/tcut - Come back ^oit the enpe/tiencel Stylist Amanda Briggs from Douglas J in East Lansing! Introduction to Garden Design workshop are eligible to attend the Advanced Garden Design workshop, March 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the MSU Engineering Building room 1345. Celebrate the “Herb Garden Fiesta!” at the 18th annual Michigan Herb Associates Conference, March 9-10 from 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. in B108 Wells Hall at MSU. Discover how to turn packets of seeds into flowers and vegetables, what the Horticulture Gardening Institute’s online programs offer, the intricacies of back­ yard composting, and a wide palette ofperennial vines and climbers March 10 at A Garden Variety. The work­ shop runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in room 1345 of the MSU Engineering Building. Learn the latest tools, techniques and activi­ ties related to horticulture therapy at Horticulture Therapy: Connecting People and Plants, March 11 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the MSU Plant and Soil Sciences Building. Develop horticul­ ture therapy activity plans and assessments at Enhancing Horticulture Therapy Programs Serving Older Adults, a workshop March 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the MSU Plant and Soil Sciences Building. To obtain informa­ tion about registration fees and deadlines for these horti­ culture and gardening pro­ grams, visit the ANR Week web site at <www.canr.msu.edu/anrweek/> or contact program coordinator Sandi Bauer at 517-353-3175, ext. 217, oremail bauer@msu.edu. Free program guides, providing dates, times, locations, costs and descriptions of all ANR Week events are also avail­ able at the ANR Week Web site (www.canr.msu.edu/anrweek), from any county MSU Extension office or at the MSU Bulletin Office, 117 Central Services, MSU, East Lansing, MI 48824­ 1001; 517-353-6740. For winter gardening fix, multiply houseplants Seed catalogs start arriving in Michigan when there’s still a lot of winter left. If making out your order for seeds and plants doesn’t sat­ isfy your midwinter craving to be gardening, why not multiply some houseplants? “Whether you start house­ plants from seed or vegeta­ tive plant parts, working with plants and growing media and providing water, light and fertilizer to young plants may fill the need to grow something,” says Mary McLellan, Extension Master Gardener program coordina­ tor at Michigan State University. Seeds for houseplants such as African violets, gloxinia, cacti, bromeliads, and other flowering and foliage house­ plants are available primarily through specialty seed and plant catalogs. Clean, sani­ tized containers, a sterile growing medium, water and fertilizer, and proper grow­ ing conditions - light, tem­ perature, humidity - are essential to success with plants from seed. Patience helps, too — some seeds are slow to germinate, even under optimum conditions. Many houseplants are more commonly grown from leaf of stem cuttings or other plant parts, McLellan notes. Some plants can be propa­ gated in more than one way. African violets, for instance, can be grown from seed or started by leaf cuttings or crown division. Other plants can be propagated only one way. English ivy, for instance, is propagated only by cuttings, and sensitive plant only by seed. Cuttings - whether they’re leaves or leaf sections or pieces of stem — are usually inserted in a sterile medium, watered and enclosed in a clear plastic bag to keep the medium moist and the air around the cutting humid. Placed in a warm area (on top of a refrigerator may be a good spot) with subdued light, cuttings may take sev­ eral weeks to produce roots. Then they can be potted and moved to a spot with brighter light and cooler tempera­ tures. Plants such as the spider plant, which forms new plants at the ends of trailing stems, and sansevieria, which produces offsets or pups, essentially propagate themselves. All you have to do is pot the plantlets or the offsets removed from the mother plant. On the other end of the patience scale is the tech­ nique called air layering, which is used for ficus and dracaena plants. It may take months for roots to form on the plants’ woody stems. Easy plants to propagate at home by stem tip cuttings include coleus, wandering jew, inch plants and other vining-type foliage plants. African violets and rex bego­ nia are easily multiplied using leaf cuttings. Spider plants and strawberry bego­ nias produce plantlets, and the jelly-bean-shaped leaves of burro’s tail are quick to root whenever they land. Amaryllis is easy to start from seed, though the result­ ing bulbs may take several years to reach blooming size. All the perks of an upscale salon in the comfort ofyour hometown Whether you are remodeling or building the home of your dreams, it can involve a lot of decisions. Oak Harbor, however, makes it easy. It takes advantage of the architectural style of your home and conforms beautifully 06590554 with a brushed woodgrain finish. What’s more, the Traditional and Dutchlap profiles don’t put any limitations on beauty or durability. In fact, Oak Harbor has long been recognized for its superior quality by architects, builders and homeowners alike. After all, it’s as practical as it is stylish, never needs painting, requires minimumal maintenance and increases the resale value of your home. In the overall scheme of things, your home truly is your castle. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 219 S. State in Nashville . 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 _______06571022 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-01-25.pdf 26046c3034355f42ade6937617768457 PDF Text Text HASTINGS IC L RARY 121 S CHURCH ST MdHWGb Ml 490 1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 4, January 25, 2005 Lions give up only 15 points total in two SMAA matches The Maple Valley varsity wrestling team can wrap up an undefeated Southern Michigan Athletic Association season with a pair of wins at Webberville Maple Valley’s Raven Scurlock (top) moves into position to hold down Dansville’s Zach Adcock in their 112pound match Thursday night at Valley. (Photo by Perry Hardin) this Thursday. The Lions will face Webberville and Leslie this week. Valley is already 4-0 in the league, and stayed undefeated by topping toppin Dansville and Bellevue at home last Thursday night. Maple Valley hasn’t just been winning SMAA match­ es. The Lions have been dominating. They defeated Bellevue 78-0, and knocked off Dansville 64-15. The Broncos had four voids in their line-up, and Valley scored eight pins. Only two matches went the full six minutes, Tyler Greenfield’s 7-0 decision at 119, and Jamie Corwin’s 8-2 win at 125 pounds. The eight grapplers win­ ning by fall for Valley were Ron Smith, Raven Scurlock, Ben Boss, Torey Roberts, David Scurlock, Keith Lackscheide, Jon Stafford, and Jake McMillon. Dansville won only three weight classes against the Lions. Valley had a 28 point lead before the Aggies scored. After Tyler Corwin won against a void, Justin Cook started the action with a 10-1 major decision at 135. Kevin Fassett followed up with a pin at 140. Fassett, Chris Morris, Lackscheide, and Jamie Corwin were the Lions who earned pins against the Aggies. The other five Lion victo­ ries were thanks to voids in e Aggie line-up. When the Lions weren’t involved on Thursday things were very exciting. Bellevue knocked off Webberville 39­ 30, and Dansville topped Webberville 25-24. Candidates sought for Syrup Queen title Andrea Szymanski, the 2004 Vermontville Syrup Festival Association queen (sec­ ond from left) and her court (from left) Katie Eldred, Jessica Lawless and Samantha Cowell. A panel of judges will select the 2005 queen and her court Tuesday night, Feb. 8. The Lions’ Jamie Corwin, right, spins to try and stay on top of Dansville’s Scott Hawkins during their 125-pound match Thursday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Female students in who are juniors at Maple Valley High School or attend schools of choice but plan to graduate from Maple Valley High School in 2006, are eli­ gible to compete for the title of 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Association Queen. Applications are available in the high school office. The Give blood, Feb. 10, get golf game? deadline to apply is Monday, Jan 31. Promoting Vermontville’s maple syrup products, repre­ senting the community and meeting new people during the annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Association Festival, which is held dur­ ing the last full weekend in April, are just a few of the duties of serving as Vermontville’s royalty. The new maple syrup queen and three court mem­ bers will be selected during a community program which will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, at the First Congregational Church in Nashville. The event, sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club includes a dinner. All queen applicants and their parents are invited to an orientation session at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 3, at the Congregational Church to ask questions and learn more about the duties of the queen and her court. The girls also will have an opportunity to leam more about the village and maple syrup during a discussion regarding the questions that will be asked during the judging process the following week. The new queen and her court will reign over the 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, which is slat­ ed for April 22- 24. The queen will receive a $100 cash prize and members of her court each will receive a $50 cash prize. In This Issue Mulberry Gardens banquet facility is the new home of the Castleton Twp. Red Cross blood drive. A pint of blood is a small price to pay for the opportunity to win 18 holes of golf with cart included at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. Each donor who comes to the Castleton Township blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 10, will be entered into a drawing for 18 holes of golf, including cart, courtesy of Mulberry Fore. The drive next month will be held at its new location at the Mulberry Gardens Banquet facility located at 955 N. Mainstreet. Blood donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 lbs. and be in reasonably good health. • Typo leads to tax error • Lions visit two of state’s top teams after 1 -1 week • Free blood pressure screening available at community center • Girl organizing bake sale to benefit tsunami relief �Just Say “Ab Miwrt—fl in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday, January 25,2005 - Page 2 Our fast claims service is “No Problem.” STAN m for ptwking fast, efficient and fair because we represent Auto-OuTters xvdhng t I national consumers’ magazine, rank* consist entJy as one of die top jnsurcrsin the KELLY u untty That’s why we are known as Thr “No Pn Hem” f¥> fir* A*k us ahrut our KEN vfuto-Owners insurance Lite Morrw Ctof Buairma* TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY Typo leads to tax error Residents who live in the Eaton Intermediate School District (EiSDf in Castleton Township should look close­ ly al their winter tax receipts. Several residents, have received notices on their receipts that they owe addi­ tional taxes due to a typo on their original tax bill. Residents in the E1SD were billed 3.3735 mills to support the E1SD Vocational Education program, but 3.735 was the actual millage passed by voters. The error means an addi­ tional 36 cents per $1,000 taxable value for those who live in the EISD. For more information, call the village clerk at the Castleton Township hall (517) 852-9479. 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 HASTINGS 4 I 501 N. Main, Nashville, Michigan QOOD ^IME Downtown Hasting* on State St 945-SHOMI 99.19 Kfol Ml mow. [ >9.99 9w»w» 66166 Phidawti A Late Dhow Fri 6 Bat 66.76 DAILY Matin*** til 6pm I^^^MaranMinau A .»< Cera Ate lilt I MteNte Hu Drtrt (517) 852-1985 Allison Avery Wayne Curtis Feb. 8 deadline for candidates for school board Anyone interested in chal lenging incumbent trustees Allison Avery and Wayne Curtis for their four-year seats on the Maple Valley Board of Education in the regular May school election must file their petition at the Maple Valley Schools Administration office by Tuesday, Feb. 8. A new law passed last year calls elections to be held only in February, May, August SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE Reto?? to?? k bv- “ swtmacs i/u-im ( > FREE ” I 18” PIZZA I» BREADSTICKS with every 16” purchased Friday, Feb. 4, 2005, Saturday, Feb. 5, 2005 or Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005 o racihg stripes pg wnu maaamna 130.430,730.930 O ELEKTRA (PG-13) MmL/nNMunutHM) 1:40.4:20,7:10.9:25 THE AVIATOR (PG-13) menu Local student on list at Hope Senior Matthew Thome of Vermontville has earned placement on the dean’s list for the fall term at Hope College. To be named to the list, a student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. MEET THE FOCKERS (PG 130,4:00,6:50,9:10 PHEEESULLJJFJM I IS ffer good with coupon only and November. Maple Valley chose to have its annual school election in May. For more information, call (517) 852-9699. FRKCK1 2Oot DRINK I MtYHlir I — — JTg PART-TIME TELLER -a Hastings City Bank, a community bank established in 1886, is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service. We arc cur­ rently looking for a Part-Time Teller to join our team, We currently have an opening in our Bellevue office. Call 269-945-9554 Qualified applicants will have a general aptitude for math, be detail oriented, and possess excellent customer relations and sales skills. anytimefor Maple Valley News Action-ads! Apply at the Human Resources Department Hastings City Bank 150 W. Court St., Hastings, MI 49058 EOE/M-F LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit fHted Church M^Mtng st th* Ntepto Ieaf Orang* Hwy M SO toufh of Assyria Rd NMhtelto, Ml 49073 Sun Prato* 6 Worship 10 30 am, 600 pJU , Wad 6 30 pm Jesuit Oub tor boys 1 g»ri* agew <>11. Pastor* Dated A Roas MacDonatd An oaato of God* love "Where Everyone to Someone Special * For information can 1-616-731-6164 or 1-517-652 1806 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH •03 Awd St. NaahvNa Sunday School....... 10 aa Sunday AM Worship ......... .11 a m Ewaning Worship.... .........B Wodnaaday Evening Prayer Meeting ... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E Baseline Rd Comer o’ BaaOn. 8 Church Roads (2 mAw aaar or M-66 on ftaasdiwj Church Service........................ 9 am. Sunday School .............. 10 30 am (Nursery Prmndedi Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School ...... Sunday A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ .9:45 a.m. 8950 East M-79 Highway 11 a.m. ...........6 a.m Contemporary Sorvtoe. Wednesday Evening: Worship Nashville M.orning Celebration.................... .10 Relevant Practical Teaching, 7 pm ................... Nursery, Children's Classes, REV ALAN METTLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School ...................... 10 am. A.M. Service................................ 11:15 P.M. Service ...............................6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Phone: (517)852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............. ......... 9:45 Morning Worship......... ............. 11 a Evening Worship Wednesday Family Night Service ..... .6 p 6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5486 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Fellowship Time After Worship 9 45 a.m ...... 11 a.m. ........ 7 p.m. ....... 7 pm. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE Sunday Mom Wurst lip - 930 am. Fellowship Time - 1030 am. PASTOR KATHY SMITH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School......................... 11 am. 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday Schoo A.M. Service .. P.M. Service... Wed. Service Children's Sunday School - 930 am. Adult Sunday School - 10:50 am FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service ST. CYRIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship 9:45 am (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U M Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE Phone (517) 852-0580 . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doom Sunday Mass...................... 930 am. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School 10 am. Worship........... 11 am. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Sendees: .9„:15 am. .M._or_ni.ng P „rayer .................. 1130 am. Holy Communion For more Wonnation call 785-2370 or NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice............... 9:45 am. Sunday School............... 11:15 am. ............. 930 am. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 HL Rev. David HuehWe 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .1030 am. Evening Worship .....................6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N Main St., Vermontville Sunday School Worship Service 9:45a ............... ... 11 am. Sunday Evening Service . .. .0 p.m. Wed. Evening Service..... ...... 7 p.m. AWANA ................. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................. 9 am. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 am. Sunday Morning Worship 1130 am. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 25, 2005 — Page 3 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Dog Developmental committee, 6:30 p.m. Arby’s Restaurant in Hastings. Jan. ,26 Horse Judging meeting, 7 p.m., VFWHall in Middleville. Jan. 27 State Awards/Teen Club, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Jan. 28-29 MSU Horse Judging Clinic, Pavilion, Mich, state Univ., East Lansing. Jan. 29 Red Cross Babysitting Class (second session), 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Community Room at the Courts & Law Bldg. Jan. 31 Goat Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Feb. 2 Poultry Developmental committee, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Feb. 3 Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m. Expo Center. Feb. 7 Non-Livestock Developmental committee meet­ ing, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Feb. 14 Horse Developmental committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Feb. 16 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Feb. 17 Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Feb. 28 Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Jan. 25 ^Diana’s <~P(ace x’x The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday xTx S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 n WEATHERWAX® FARM MARKET & NURSERY ® 2970 N. Ionia - Comer of Ionia Road & Nashville Highway, Vermontville 517-726-1000 Winter Hours: Sun. - Thurs. 6am-10pm; Fri & Sat. 6am-11 pm Thin Crust Medium Pizza with Cheese $5.95 (Good through 1-31-05) 06602210 Commission bdliu Couniu on Aging Schedule of Events Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, Jan. 26 Seafood pasta salad, man­ darin oranges. Thursday, Jan. 27 Peanut butter and jelly, pickled beets, pears, English muffin. Friday, Jan. 28 Cheese/macaroni salad, cucumber salad, tropical fruit. Monday, Jan. 31 Chicken pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, fruited jello. Tuesday, Feb. 1 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, mixed fruit, din­ ner roll. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, Jan. 26 Salisbury steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, fruit crisp. Thursday, Jan. 27 Chicken w/orange sauce, cauliflower, spinach, pineap­ ple, combread. Friday, Jan. 28 Baked fish, rice pilaf, broc­ coli, winter squash, sweet treat. Monday, Jan. 31 Homemade goulash, California blend, com, cook­ ie. Tuesday, Feb. 1 Roast turkey w/gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, fresh apple. Events Wednesday, Jan. 26 Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails, Legal Aid 10:30 a.m.-noon. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia. Nashville, TV Time 11 a.m.-l p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m. Nashville, games. Delton, Puzzle/ Trivia. Friday, Jan. 28 - Hastings, bingo, oil painting 9:30-11:30 a.m. Nashville, Granny’s Kids. Woodland, Visiting. Monday, Jan. 31 Hastings, crafts 10 a.m., card making 12:30-2:30 p.m., Music with Sam. Tuesday, Feb. 1 - Hastings Board Games 10-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dance 1-2:30 p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Nashville Otis Herminette 11:30 a.m. Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Weekender • Hastings Banner Mike and Kyle Hughes, the proprietors of Hughes Hides and Fur, a new business located on Main Street in Nashville. New business serves needs for trapping, hunting fishing by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Earlier this month, Mike Hughes moved his success­ ful business, Hughes Hides and Fur, from its original location in the country to a large storefront on Main Street in Nashville. "This (business) was never meant to be a store, I just bought furs and hides and ordered things for every­ body, and this happened; we grew out of our location in the country," said owner Mike Hughes, who has been running the business from his home for several years. "We’ve been busy every afternoon since we’ve moved to our new location." Hughes offers a wide vari- ety of furs and hides, which are ordered from a fur outlet in Minnesota, including bear, deer, natural and etched rab­ bit, raccoon, fox and more. "We offer everything that it is legal to possess in Michigan," said Hughes. "We don’t carry cougar, wolverine or wolf. Besides a wide selection of furs and hides, Hughes Hides and Fur has skulls, antlers and deer mountings, and a complete line of traps and trapping supplies, briar­ proof hunting clothes, Black Gold dog Food for hunting dogs, dog boxes for trucks, as well as a wide range of supplies for hunting, fishing and ice fishing, including a large selection ofgloves suit- able for the outdoorsman. There is also a selection of Native American and out­ door themed items. . "We get a lot of business, from people who participate in the Native American Pow Wows and the Mountain Man clubs," said Hughes. "In addition to the furs and hides, they need authentic period items and things for their rituals." Hughes Hide and Fur is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. It will also be open from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday through the end of trapping season, Jan. 31. For more information, call (517) 852-9959. John Deere NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE" 0% FOR 2 YEARS. ZERO REASONS NOT TO BUY A JOHN DEERE RIGHT NOW. 10 PAYMENTS Nxos Make no payments and pay no interest for 6 months. MHRVMENTS FOR 6 MOS Make no payments [ and pay no interest for 6 months. finorHFXM CHECK OUT THESE OFFERS AND MORE AT YOUR DEALER NOW! www.JohnDeere.com Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! Fillmore 1351 N. M-43 Highway P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 EQUIPMENT, INC. 2900 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings (269) 945-9526 HOURS: Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. 7 to 5; Thurs. 7 to 6; Sat 7 to 12 noon 'All financing offers end 2/28/2005.0% interest for two years valid on 4000 TWENTY Series tractors only. No interest and no payments for six months offer valid on LT, LX, GT, GX, and X Series tractors and HP series Gators only. See dealer for complete offer details. John Deere's green and yellow color scheme, the leaping deer symbol, and JOHN DEERE are trademarks of Deere & Company. B23Bca6-FIL3x80118HR-011805-00023326 WnT/^\BwittR �AM Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday. January 25,2005 — Page 4 Buddy Lee Lake Darlene Mae Hurless HASTINGS Mrs. Darlene Mae Hurleu. age 72, of Hastingi, died al 6:07 a.m. Tuesday. January 18. 2005 al Penrwic k Hospital Mn Huriesc was bom on May 9. 1932 at Grace City, North Dakota, the daughter of Ear l and Maude (Palmer) Strouse. She was raised in the Alto area and attended a rural school there before moving to Hastings and graduating from Hastings High School in 1951. She was married to Jerald A. Hurless on June 20,1952. She had Jived all her mar­ ried life in the Hastings area. She was a member of Bible Missionary Church, enjoyed sewing, flower gar denmg and helping others. She was a loving wife, moth­ er. grandmother, great­ grandmother and sister. She is survived by her hus­ band. Jerald; sons, Dennis (Diane) Hurless of Rogers. Arkansas, Rev. Daniel (Joleta) Hurless of Des Moines, Iowa; daughters. Christina (Odom) Haley of Harrison, Arkansas. Cindy Hurless of Hastings; 12 grandchildren; 9 great­ grandchildren and two on the way; brother, Clarence (Phyllis) Strouse of Conroe, Texas; nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were parents; brother, Waiter Strouse; and sister, Bernice Hall. Funeral and committal services were held 11 *.m Thursday, January 20. 2005 at Hastings Bible Missionary Church. Pastors Daniel Hurless and Joseph Oswalt officiated. Burial was at Irving Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings Bible Missionary Church for Missions or the church Bible School. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wrenfuneral -home.com) Our Family Serving Your Family According tn the Gulden Rule Since 1923 Funeral and Memorial Services Family Affirmation Services Trust 100 Prr-arrangements Aftercare and Grief Support Counselor Joseph Ernest Pray Joseph E. Pray R. Haymond Rosseti 401 W. Seminary St., Charlotte 517-543-2950 www.prayfuncral.com Tn tiMinrwn * Third ~ IMW KlffilfflE SE1MC HASTINGS - Buddy Lee Lake, age 79. passed away Sunday, January' 23. 2005 surrounded by his loving family and the caring staffof Thomapple Manor. Mr. Lake was born on October 1, 1925 in Battle Creek, the son of Russell and Julie (Collins) Lake. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving in World War 11 from December 14, 1943 until his honorable dis­ charge May 19, 1946. He was married to Evon N. “Bonnie” Wilson on November 25. 1947. He was employed at Hastings Fiberglass Company from 1973 until he retired in 1986. Previous employment included 18 years at Oliver’s in Battle Creek and 15 years at t Promoted by... 'evins VENDORS; ADT Security Services Airway Heating & Cooling Godwin Quality Water Clean Pro of West Michigan paintbob.com Midkiff Building Group At Home Real Estate Home Spun Corner R-Value Concrete Structures Champion Windows & Patio Rooms Dig A Tree Transplanting Artisan Outdoor, Complete Landscape Design & Installation Brown’s Carpet One & Custom Interiors Barry County Lumber, Installation Progressive Graphics RadioShack Wired Up Glrschle's Flag Poles Home and Garden Party Tom’s Toys of Hastings Bleam Eavestroughing Snow and Son Construction Co. 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Burial will be at the Cedar Creek Cemetery. Honorary casket bearers were his grandsons, Adam Burr, Chip Lake, Mark Patterson. Scott Smith, Chad Warren, and Craig Warren. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomapple Manor. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www. wren­ funeral -home.com). Huldey A. “Peggy” Corkins » NASHVILLE Mrs. Huldey A. “Peggy” Corkins, age 82, of Nashville, passed away Saturday, January 22, 2005 at Pennock Hospital, in Hastings. Mrs. Corkins was bom in Baltic Creek, on April 25, 1922. She was the daughter of the late Alvin and Hazel (Peasley) VanAlstine. She was raised in the Battle Creek area and attended Lake view Schools. In June of 1942 she mar­ ried Mr. Gilbert J. Corkins in Battle Creek. Shortly after the couple was married. Gilbert took a job with EW Bliss in Hastings. The couple relocated to the Nashville area where they raised their family. Peggy worked as a dental assistant at Dr. Morris Brown’s dentist office in Nashville for over 10 years retiring in 1973. She also worked at Kellogg in Battle Creek, and Orchard Industries. Peggy was a very creative person who was well known for her ability to make beau­ tiful crafts out of yarn. She enjoyed knitting, sewing, and crocheting. Along with her beloved husband Gilbert, the couple would spend their free time camping and danc­ ing together. She was a member of the Vermontville Bible Church, and loved to attend the Bible Study groups at church Peggy is survived by her daughter, Judith Jenkins; her son, Fredrick (Dorothy) Corkins; her brother, Alvin R. (Beth) VanAlstine; her -H IVIl ArAilr ■I ■■I ■ VVfHBiaifIailIaiI I Friday, January 28 • 2 to 8 pm Saturday, January 29 • 18 am to 8 pm Sunday, January 30 • 18 am to 3pm BARRY EXPO CENTER Hastings E.W. Bliss Company. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed chil­ dren. Mr. Lake is survived by his wife, Bonnie; son. William (Patricia) Lake of Middleville; daughters. Julie Smith of Hastings and Diana (Alan) Miller of Hastings; seven grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sisters, Betty Harvath. Bonnie Wilson and Rosemary McBrian, all of Hastings, Ella Mae Toney of Marshall; brothers, Jake Lake and Russell Lake, both of Hastings; dozens of nieces and nephews. Preceding, him in death sisters, Iva Lee, Anita Shook, and Joyce Martin. She is also survived by two grandchildren, four step grandchildren, five great grandchildren and six step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Gilbert who passed away in 1972. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, January 25. 2005 at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Interment took place at the Lakeview Cemetery Nashville. Memorial contributions can be made to the Vermontville Bible Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate h ^w 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE 11^21 1^211 mA Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HJJJS’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Home 517-726-0223 Home 517-852-5066 Cell 269-838-2884 Joan & Homer Winegar, GRI Jerry Reese (Sales Associate) Rick Winegar (Sales Associate) PRICE REDUCED! WEST OF BELLEVUE OH M-78 PRICE REDUCED! OCCUPANCY AT CLOSER Nice FAMILY none IN NASHVILLE: 2 bedroom ranch home on 3+ acres, 2 car garage, pole barn, 3 seasons enclosed porch, updated win­ dows. electric, siding, water softener Ar furnace. Good starter home. Call Jerry for full details (CH-97) 7 room, 3 bedroom, all appliances and some furniture included. Central air, 2 1/2 car garage, shows AAA. Call Homer. 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(V1.-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. ( �k a The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 25,2005 — Page 5 In11 JMLVJLyy VOFw W1n1 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Write J RSJi? ‘^ai " % %*>* * t l!P ?£S* St" i WkS**» * F ca k nJ, u tartJtlliikifc ®iH tall®®;. eta tahtMi kb tafterejta’! ttufltyl$!nt isW<W« iSEmW&fc" M® eH|^ ...taillM to^®8 .MWH by Sandra Ponsetto 1 OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Reality vs. dreams 111 take the reality Driving around the cam­ pus of Western Michigan University in my beater lis­ tening to vintage Bruce Springsteen and U2 on the radio, it was 1986 all over again — except for the large building sitting where there had once been a road. “Oh, dear, that wasn’t there before,” I said, coming to a screeching halt in the middle of what appeared to now be a dead end road. “Um, maybe we can go that way,” said my oldest daughter, sitting in the seat next to me and pointing to a road that veered off in the general direction we had been blithely heading before we had come to a rather abrupt halt. That was another thing that had changed. In 1986, as a newly married and ambi­ tious young psychology stu­ dent, I didn’t have children. Life has a funny way of changing our direction, I thought to myself as I backed up the car and turned down the road my daughter had pointed out to me. After I dropped my daugh­ ter off for an all-day French horn symposium in Dalton Recital Hall, a building I had never once stepped foot in during my three years at Western, I decided to take a leisurely drive around cam­ pus. Though traffic patterns had been changed to accom­ modate some large new buildings and the expansion and remodeling of several of the older buildings, it was still basically the same cam­ pus I remembered from my student days. As I drove I began to realize that in the past 17 years I had probably changed more than the cam­ pus. When I was at Western I was your basic Type-A per­ sonality — anything worth doing was worth doing to the best of my ability (that much hasn’t changed). I dreamed of a thriving private practice as a clinical psychologist, publishing scholarly articles in national magazines, own­ ing a large home filled with Victorian antiques in a pres­ tigious neighborhood, with a German sports car in the garage and a sailboat on Lake Michigan and carefree weekends with my husband sans children. Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined the life I am living now. I never dreamed ofbeing a news reporter, much less in a small town reporter for two tiny villages just one hour north of Kalamazoo.. Instead of scholarly articles I write about local politics, school and church activities, and the occasional natural disaster. Instead of a large home in a prestigious neighborhood, I live in an extensively remod­ eled small Victorian home filled with cast-off 1960s Colonial furniture in a mod­ est neighborhood in Hastings. Instead of German sports car, I drive a 10-year old Oldsmobile with almost 300,000 miles on the odome­ ter. Instead of spending weekends on a sailboat with my husband, I spend my weekends (and weekdays) ferrying my two daughters to skating and music lessons. I realize that some of the people who knew me in col­ lege might ask, “What went wrong?” But, as I drove around campus and Kalamazoo that afternoon, visiting a lot of my old haunts and thinking about my life since college, I knew my answer would be, “It’s not what went wrong; it’s what went right.” I couldn’t tell anyone how my life changed course so radically because I’m not really sure how it happened and I wouldn’t want to bore anyone with the details any­ way. Suffice it to say that with the exception of the 1960s Colonial furniture and the beater with 300,000 miles on it I am happy with where I am in my life right now: That night as I watched my daughter load her French horn into the back seat ofthe Oldsmobile I thought I may not have the prestigious career, and all the trappings of success like a big house and fancy car, but I would be a poorer person indeed if it was without my daughters. “Which way should we go home, the back roads or the highway?” I asked as my daughter slid into the front seat next to me. “It doesn’t matter,” she said fastening her seat belt. “They’ll both get us there.” “How right you are,” I said as I put the car in gear and started for home. 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We threw a press at them, and made them use a time out early in the game.” Dustin Jones spearhead­ ed the Lion defense. Marked up on the Aggies top scorer, Reed McNally, for much of the night. Jones held him to just five Dustin Jones scored five points at Dansville on Friday night, but his defense was at least as important to the Lions’ vic­ tory. (File photo) points. “That’s what I ask out of him most of the time,” said coach Jones. “We’ll put him on the other team’s best perimeter players, and for the most part he’s done a real good job.” Dustin Jones matched McNally with five points of his own on the other end. Adam Lamphere led the Lion offense with 17 points, while Dustin Mead added 14 points and seven assists. Jason Beardslee had 12 points and nine rebounds for the Lions, while Josh Bursley had eight points and 13 boards. Beardslee and Bursley did much of the Lions damage down low in an 80-61 loss to Bellevue on Tuesday night. Beardslee led his team with 18 points, and Bursley tossed in 17. That duo had to get the job done, as the Lions strug­ gled from outside in that contest as well, hitting just two of 16 three-point BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST ■ ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS the fourth ranked team in the state in Class C, Olivet. “Well, there’s really no pressure on us,” said coach Jones. “We’ve lost three games in the league. Lansing Christian has just one loss, and Olivet hasn’t lost any. Those team’s are attempts. The offense wasn’t superb, but it was really a second quarter defensive lapse that cost Maple Valley. Bellevue poured in 33 points in the second quarter. “Needless to say, we started pretty flat that sec­ ond quarter, and didn’t play a lot of defense,” said coach Jones, “and Bellevue played real hard. They were going for all the loose balls and rebounds. I think they just outhustled us.” A 49-28 half-time deficit was too much for the Lions to overcome, against the Broncos zone defense. Mead added ten points, nine assists, and four steals for Valley in the game. The Lions have an unenviable week ahead. Tuesday night they travel to take on the fourth ranked team in the State in Class D, Lansing Christian. Then Friday, they go on the road to face Cobb JEFF DOBBIN’S Kyndra Root led the Lions with 16 digs in their threegame win over Morrice last Wednesday. (File photo) AUTO SERVICE, INC. Valley spikers keep SMAA record perfect 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Towing Available Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ volleyball team improved to 2-0 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association by topped Morrice Wednesday night, 25-16, 25-18, 25-18. 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The Eagles knocked off the Pilgrims last week, and the two teams will continue their title hunt against Valley this week. Call for a registration at (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith 9-4 overall headed into this Wednesday’s league match against Leslie. A lot of Lions got into the attack. Amy Joostbems led the team with eight kills, while Kyndra Root and Kortney Ewing had six each. Amy Abbott added four kills, and Jessi Winegar three. Joostbems also had five solo blocks and three aces. The entire Lion team continued its solid serv­ ing. Root led the team with five aces, while Abbott and Lisa Hamilton had four apiece, and Alaina Mater hit three. Hamilton also dished out 24 assists in the three games. Root led the team with 16 digs, while Sammy Cowell added ten, and Hamilton nine. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the nevus ofBarry County. Graphics �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 25,2005 — Page 7 Horticulture, Gardening Programs Featured During ANR Week, March 4-12 A t. 'i?, Gardeners and horticulture learned in introductory Horticulture Therapy: enthusiasts will find an abun­ workshops to more complex Connecting People and dance of activities to keep design exercises. Plants, March 11 from 8:30 their thumbs green during Those who have complet­ a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the MSU the 90th annual Agriculture ed the Designing with Plant and Soil Sciences and Natural Resources Perennials, Designing the Building. (ANR) Week, March 4-12 at Mixed Garden or Develop horticulture ther­ Michigan State University Introduction to Garden apy activity plans and assess(MSU). Design workshop are eligible ments at Enhancing The Michigan Gladiolus to attend the Advanced Horticulture Therapy Society Conference, March Garden Design workshop, Programs Serving Older 4-6 at MSU’s Kellogg March 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 Adults, a workshop March Biological Station in p.m. in the MSU 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 Hickory Comers, kicks off Engineering Building room p.m. at the MSU Plant and the gardening programs. The 1345. Soil Sciences Building. conference starts at 4 p.m. Celebrate the “Herb To obtain information March 4 and 8 a.m. March 5 Garden Fiesta!” at the 18th about registration fees and and 6. annual Michigan Herb deadlines for these horticul­ From bog plants to pitcher Associates Conference, ture and gardening programs, plants, be inspired by what March 9-10 from 8:15 a.m. visit the ANR Week web site nature has to offer at the to 5 p.m. in B108 Wells Hall at <www.canr.msu.edu/anrMichigan Wildflower at MSU. week/> or contact program Conference, March 6-7 from Discover how to turn coordinator Sandi Bauer at 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. each day at packets of seeds into flowers 517-353-3175, ext. 217, orethe Kellogg Hotel and and vegetables, what the mail bauer@msu.edu. Conference Center here. Horticulture Gardening Free program guides pro­ The to Institute’s online programs viding dates, times, loca­ Introduction Garden Design workshop is offer, the intricacies of back- tions, costs and descriptions a daylong immersion course yard composting, and a wide of all ANR Week events are that will cover garden design palette ofperennial vines and also available at the ANR from site selection to plant­ climbers March 10 at A Week Web site ing. The workshop is March Garden Variety. The work- (www.canr.msu.edu/anr8 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in shop runs from 9 a.m. to 4 week). from any county the MSU Engineering p.m. in room 1345 of the MSU Extension office or at Building, room1345. MSU Engineering Building. the MSU Bulletin Office, Advanced Garden Design Learn the latest tools, tech117 Central Services, MSU, workshop participants will niques and activities related East Lansing, MI 48824­ apply the design theoryto horticulture therapy at 1001:517-353-6740. •Sen Stan SuMaftu WtmbB ta r UMics it xsiri tki Akhflaji ■h it at i on learning the I secrets of love and I friendship and turning I a marriage into gold, g tec tatasHi« via^tli'i Miniili* 0 > iRjaiS8!E15 gflJfcldHtoi juui vi jv isse^’ [ f r ft®1®3 | jaK Happy SO**1 on the S* of February f QVifli (Jote SCHOOL MENUS OF HASTINGS 127 N. Market St., Hastings, MI 49058 Maple Valley Elementary Menu (269) 948-3000 Wednesday, Jan. 26 Macaroni and cheese, broc­ coli, peaches, fortune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Jan. 27 Pizza, tossed salad, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Jan. 28 Soft taco (Fuller), Sloppy Joe, chips (M.W.), carrot sticks, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Jan. 31 French toast, sausage link, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 ptmilk. Tuesday, Feb. 1 Chicken sandwich, dill chips, baked beans, pineap­ ple, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Jan. 26 Choose One Chicken fries, pizza, chicken sandwich, burger bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, peach cup, juice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 27 H.S. Hungry Howies. Choose One - Pizza, cheese­ burger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, pineapple, juice, milk. Friday, Jan. 28 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, chicken sand­ wich, pizza, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Jan. 31 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broccoli/cheese, pear halves, juice, milk. Tuesday, Feb. 1 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, cheesie pota­ toes, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. 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Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 Followthe MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley News �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday, January 25. 2005 — Page 8 New land use legislation opens more opportunities for Michigan communities Free blood pressure screening available at community center Carol Garlinger and Dawn Hall, nurses from Pennock Hospital in Hastings, prepare to administer free blood pressure checks at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. The nurses have made a commitment to provide the screenings and other health care information to the public during the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf food distribution, which is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon every Tuesday at the community center, which is located at the corner of Main and Washington streets in downtown Nashville. For more information on what dates the free blood pressure screening and health information will be available, call (517) 852-2043. Build your own bluebird house at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary Learn to build houses that may bring the bluebird and other songbirds to your back­ yard by attending a bluebird house-building workshop. Saturday, February 26 at MSU’s Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. Participants can attend an 11 a.m. session, or a repeated session at 1 p.m. Workshop leaders and local conserva­ tionists Bill and Pat Stovall will focus on building and placing of bluebird houses and will explore the blue­ bird’s natural history and its habitat. Wrens, chickadees, nuthatches, tree swallows, tufted titmice and English sparrows may also use blue­ bird houses. The program fee, which includes sanctuary admis­ sion, is $6 for adults, $4 for children (ages 2 to 12) and $5 for senior citizens (ages 65 and older). Pre-cut cedar bluebird house kits are avail­ able for $15.50. Participants are not required to purchase a house kit to attend the pro­ gram. Wood duck, screech owl, bat, flicker and other wood­ pecker birdhouses will be available at special work­ shop prices. The eastern bluebird popu­ lation in southwestern Michigan is growing, thanks to efforts by individuals and conservation groups includ­ ing the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary and the Michigan Non-Game Wildlife Fund, which have encouraged efforts to build homes and habitats for this popular native songbird species. Prepaid registration is required. To register for the workshop or for additional information, contact the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary at 269-671-2510 or e-mail czinders@kbs.msu.edu. Additional information on KBS special events can be found on the web at: www.kbs.msu.edu. Four local students on Olivet dean’s list Four of 242 students named to the Olivet College 2004 fall semester dean’s list are from this area. To make the dean’s list, a student must be full-time and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. 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According to the Michigan Association of REALTORS®, these meas­ ures could be the most sig­ nificant developments in smart land use in recent memory. “Smart growth projects, which typically involve rezoning, could not be dis­ cussed and therefore we weren’t able to have a dia­ logue with local govemment,” said Gil White, MAR immediate past president and Lansing-based developer. “These measures could potentially open the door for some incredibly significant land use opportunities.” Contract zoning offers property owners the opportunity to enter into rezoning contracts with local govern­ ments for better and smarter designs. The legislation, which came from discus­ sions at the Michigan Land Use Leadership Council, is designed to increase the communication between developers and local officials — which is a major victory for land use advocates. The new streamlined plat- Carry Out Pizza Quality, Value & Service NOW ACCEPTING FOOD STAMP BENEFITS. 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The new process reduces the time sig­ nificantly. “This plan will reduce the cost of housing in Michigan and increase local govern­ ment support for new devel- opment,” said White. “MAR thanks the legislature, our member volunteers, and oth­ ers, who helped make this legislation become law.” Victim arrested in local domestic incident Jan. 15 During an investigation of a domestic disturbance Jan. 15 in Assyria Township between a husband and wife, Michigan State Police Hastings Post troopers dis­ covered the wife was wanted on a civil warrant. Georgia Holcomb, 32, then was arrested on the fail­ ure to appear, warrant and was taken to Eaton County. The 22nd Annual Battle Creek Camper & RV Show coming to the Kellogg Arena The Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC) is sponsoring the 22nd Annual Battle Creek Camper & RV Show, February 3"-6, at the Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek. New model recreation vehicles will be on display including folding campers, motor homes, trav­ el trailers, and fifth wheel travel trailers. Display mod­ els range in price from $4,000 to more than $100,000. Booths will have parts and accessories, and free information on camp­ grounds. The 22nd Annual Battle Creek Camper & RV Show will be held at the Kellogg Arena (located just east of M-66 in downtown Battle Creek) and is open weekdays 2-9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The cost for adult admission (age 13 and up) is $5; children age 12 and under are admitted free! Seniors admitted for just $4 on Thursday, February 3 (no coupon necessary). The show is sponsored by the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds (MARVAC), a member organization rep­ resenting all aspects of the camping and RV industries. Consumers can call 517­ 349-8881 or visit www.marvac.org for additional infor­ mation on the RV show. Girl organizing bake sale to benefit tsunami relief Whitney Martin, 8, a third grade student at Central Elementary in Hastings, the daughter of Mark and Tamara Martin, is setting out to prove that you are never too young to make a differ­ ence. Whitney is organizing a bake sale which will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope in downtown Nashville to raise money to aid tsunami relief efforts in southeast Asia and Indonesia. All funds raised from the bake sale will be distributed through UMCORP, one of the designated tsunami relief agencies. Whitney, who has enlisted the help of friends and the youth group at Nashville United Methodist Church, also has invited members of the community to help with the effort. Anyone interested in making a donation or con- Whitney Martin tributing baked goods for the sale can drop them off at the community center starting at 8 a.m. on Feb. 5, or they may call the Nashville Methodist Church (517) 852-2043. �The Maple Valiev News. Nashville. PRIV1LR? 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Cochran (right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, January 25,2005 — Page 10 AAA offers home-based tool to help seniors drive safely Just as you would screen for high cholesterol or high blood pressure, AAA Michigan introduced today a first-of-its-kind scientifically validated tool designed to help seniors screen for their driving health. And it can be done in the privacy of one’s home. Roadwise Review: A Tool to Help Seniors Drive Safely Longer, is a CD-ROM that measures eight physical and mental abilities shown to be the strongest predictions of crash risk among older drivers and then provides feedback to guide the user’s driving decisions. AAA Michigan, through the auspices of the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging (OSA), will provide free copies of the Roadwise Review CD-ROM to senior services agencies throughout the state. “As we age, we experience physiological changes which could affect our driving, but there are steps you can take to drive safely longer,” said Richard J. Miller, manager of Community Safety Services for AAA Michigan. “Roadwise Review helps sen­ iors recognize and address common problems that affect their driving ability.” People over 65 - are the fastest-growing population in the United States and by2020 there will be more than 40 million licensed drivers ages 65 and older. Because of their fragility, seniors have the highest crash death rate per mile of everyone except teenagers. The computer-based screening program in Roadwise Review contains the most effective predictors of crash risk in eight func­ tional areas as validated in research sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the National Institute on Aging. AAA worked closely with , scientists at TransAnalytics, a leading transportation safety research organization, to cre­ ate a tool that is both stateof-the-art and user-friendly. “In our extensive focus group testing, senior drivers viewed the program as sim­ ple, clear, valuable and even fun to use,” said Miller. “Many were especially enthusiastic about the poten­ tial to keep themselves and their loved ones safer and said they would follow through with the program recommendations.” Using videos and easy-tofollow instructions, Roadwise Review screens drivers in eight functional areas: • Leg Strength and General Mobility - necessary to control acceleration and braking. • Head/Neck Flexibility essential in checking blind spots, lane changes or merg­ ing. • High Contrast Visual Acuity - needed to identify pavement markings, as well as detect many types of haz­ ards in or near the road. • Low Contrast Visual Acuity - vital for low visibil­ ity conditions such as dusk, rain or fog. • Working Memory important in following direc­ tions, remembering traffic rules and regulations, and using information on high­ way guide signs. • Visualization of Missing Information - helps a driver recognize hazards even when seeing only part of the pic­ ture. • Visual Search - safe driv- ing requires the ability to quickly find and recognize traffic signs and landmarks. • Useful Field of View ensures drivers can pay attention to what is happen­ ing right in front of them while also noticing safety threats at the edge of their For winter gardening fix, multiply houseplants Seed catalogs start arriving slow to germinate, even in Michigan when there’s under optimum conditions. still a lot of winter left. If Many houseplants are making out your order for more commonly grown from seeds and plants doesn’t sat­ leaf of stem cuttings or other isfy your midwinter craving plant parts, McLellan notes. to be gardening, why not Some plants can be propa­ multiply some houseplants? gated in more than one way. “Whether you start house­ African violets, for instance, plants from seed or vegeta­ can be grown from seed or tive plant parts, working with started by leaf cuttings or plants and growing media crown division. Other plants and providing water, light can be propagated only one and fertilizer to young plants way. English ivy, for may fill the need to grow instance, is propagated only something,” says Mary by cuttings, and sensitive McLellan, Extension Master plant only by seed. Gardener program coordina­ Cuttings — whether they’re tor at Michigan State leaves or leaf sections or University.. pieces of stem - are usually Seeds for houseplants such inserted in a sterile medium, as African violets, gloxinia, watered and enclosed in a cacti, bromeliads, and other clear plastic bag to keep the flowering and foliage house- medium moist and the air plants are available primarily around the cutting humid. through specialty seed and Placed in a warm area (on plant catalogs. Clean, sani­ top of a refrigerator may be a tized containers, a sterile good spot) with subdued growing medium, water and light, cuttings may take sev­ fertilizer, and proper grow­ eral weeks to produce roots. ing conditions - light, tem­ Then they can be potted and perature, humidity - are moved to a spot with brighter essential to success with light and cooler tempera­ plants from seed. Patience tures. helps, too - some seeds are Plants such as the spider plant, which forms new plants at the ends of trailing stems, and sansevieria, which produces offsets or pups, essentially propagate themselves. All you have to do is pot the plantlets or the offsets removed from the mother plant. On the other end of the patience scale is the tech­ nique called air layering, which is used for ficus and dracaena plants. It may take months for roots to form on the plants’ woody stems. Easy plants to propagate at home by stem tip cuttings include coleus, wandering jew, inch plants and other vining-type foliage plants. African violets and rex bego­ nia are easily multiplied using leaf cuttings. Spider plants and strawberry bego­ nias produce plantlets, and the jelly-bean-shaped leaves of burro’s tail are quick to root whenever they land. Amaryllis is easy to start from seed, though the result­ ing bulbs may take several years to reach blooming size. fiend of view. Roadwise uses an integrat­ ed data system that reports and provides users with con­ fidential feedback about screening results and its CDROM format is compatible with most home computers. “This type of screening is like a blood pressure test something you check period­ ically to stay healthy,” said Miller. “We believe it is important to screen for your driving health just as you would your physical health.” Through its partnership with OSA, AAA is offering the program free at senior centers, area agencies on aging and councils and com­ missions on aging through­ out the state. To find one of these agencies near you, visit www.miseniors.net. Click on “Search for Agencies” under the Resource Directory tab. The CD-ROM will also be offered for sale at a nominal price ($3 for AAA member and $5 for non-members) at AAA branch locations statewide. For a list of AAA branch locations, visit www.aaa.com. The program can also be purchased by sending a check payable to AAA Michigan to: Roadwise Review, Community Safety Services, AAA Michigan, 1 Auto Club Drive, Dearborn, MI 48126. ATTENTION: GRAND OPENING in Nashville HUGHES HIDE & FUR CO. 105 Main St. Assortment ofitems speciething in: ‘Black Gold Dog Food ‘ Trapping Supplies ‘ Tanned Hides & Furs ‘ Assorted Wildlife Mounts * Fishing Supplies ‘Prior Proof Radicle Rags Outerwear ‘ Gloves - lined, unlined, Thinsulate, etc. ‘Hunting Clothes plus, much, much more! Stop in and take a look! 269-377-3519 Mon.-Sat. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 25,2005 — Page 11 o* so oS S* sS S Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS Nashville woman arrested in meth bust in Hastiings city police offi­ cers have arrested an addi­ tional suspect in conection with the meth lab bust Jan. 12 in the 1200 block of Star School Road. Darcie Elliston, 32 of Help Wanted For Rent Nashville, has been charged Household CARPET CLEANERS: Full 3 BEDROOM HOUSE for $100 PILLOWTOP QUEEN with aiding and abetting in time, entry level, advance-rent on Jordan Lake, Lake mattress set (in plastic). the manufacture of the con­ ment mgmt, opportunities. Odessa, $600/month + utilit- Brand new, never used! trolled substance metham­ $400/wk to start plus pro- ies & security. (616)374-7961 phetamine, maintaining a King, $150. (517)719-8062 duction bonuses. Immediate drug house, as well as pos­ openings. (616)257-3600 SPRING BREAK CONDO $150 WOOD FOUR POST session of meth. Elliston was FOR RENT: 5 star condo re- BED with Sealy Posturpedic present at the residence dur­ DIE DESIGNER: MANsort in Cancun, Mexico at king bought// g mattress set,,g POWER OF HASTINGS is the Royal Caribbean. Sleeps never used. Cost over $800. ing the drug’s cooking earli­ currently accepting applica­ er in the week. 6, villa on the . beach, ocean (517)204-0600 tions for a position in Mid­ She is also facing charges view. April 2-9, 2005. Call dleville. Pay rate will be PURPLE FLORAL TWIN of being a habitual offender. (269)945-9747. based on experience and will COMFORTER SET: inEarl Nelson, 54 of be discussed during an inter­ STORAGE UNITS AVAIL- cludes comforter, bed skirt, Hastings, was arrested and view. Must have at least 2-4 ABLE: 10x10, 10x15, 10x20. pillow shams, valance & charged with operating a years previous die design (616)374-1200 Space. lamp shade - almost new, experience and be knowlknowl­ methamphetamine lab within $45. (269)948-7921 edgeable of Solid Works 3-D VERY NICE large 1 bed500 feet of a day care center, program. Qualified candi-room apartment. Also 1 bed- QUEEN LIGHT GREEN a 20-year felony; possession dates must also possess a room mobile home on Thor- QUILT with pillow shams, of the controlled substance stable/steady work history, napple Lake, off Center Rd. $40. (269)948-7921 methamphetamine with have positive work referen­ (517)852-9386 intent to distribute, a 20-year ces, be drug free & have an Real Estate felony; maintaining a drug updated resume. Contact Pets HOME FOR SALE: 3br, lo- house, and possession of MANPOWER for more in­ BEAUTIFUL AKC REGIScal area. Nice yard, $300 formation (269)948-3000. TERED YELLOW LAB down, $685 per month. Call methamphetamine, a 10-year TERED EOE felony. DIE MAKER/MACHINIST: PUPPIES! 2 females, dew-(517)323-7842. Nelson also faces charges claws lws removed, wormed, MANPOWER of Hastings is Jobs Wanted currently accepting applica­ shots, Mother on site. Ready Call NEED HOME HEALTH tions for an experienced Die for a loving home.. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: CARE? We have experience, Maker in the Middleville (269)948-3717 All real estate advertising in this news­ references and reasonable paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act area. Pay rate will start @ Garage Sale and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which rates. Call 517-852-9319. $15+ depending on expericollectively make it illegal to advertise ence. MUST BE AVAILA- 2 FREE GARAGE SALE “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ tion based on race, color, religion, sex, NationalAds BLE FOR 2ND & 3RD signs with your ad that runs handicap, familial status, national origin, SHIFT. Qualified candidate in any of our papers. Get ATTENTION: age or martial status, or an intention, to WORK must have a minimum of 5 them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 FROM HOME! $500-$2,500/ make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes years experience and be ca- N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At mo. pt. $3,000-$7,000/mo. ft. children under the age of 18 living with pable of assembling progres­ the front counter. parents or legal custodians, pregnant Free CD Rom. 800-532-6304 women and people securing custody of sive dies. Experience in the or children under 18. For Sale Metal Stamping Industry is This newspaper will not knowingly www.NewQualityLife.com. also preferred. An updated $110 AMISH LOG BED w/ accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation ofthe law. Our read­ resume is required for con­ queen mattress. Complete, EXCELLENT INCOME: Naers are hereby informed that all dwellings sideration. Contact MAN- never used. advertised in this newspaper are available Must sell! tional Funding Capital on an equal opportunity basis. To report POWER today for more in- (517)719-8062 Group now hiring court discrimination call the Fair Housing formation. (269)948Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD tollhouse researchers. Will train 3000. 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(517)719-8062 so have a stable/steady work history, positive work The Village of Nashville will hold a Public Hearing on references, be detail orient­ February 10, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers ed, have excellent customer located at 203 N. Main. service skills & a professio­ PURPOSE: To discuss the proposed budget for the 2005­ nal demeanor. An updated 2006 budget year. resume is required for con­ THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE sideration. Contact MAN­ LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL SYNOPSIS POWER today for more in­ CASTLETON TOWNSHIP ALSO BE A SUBJECT OF HEARING. formation (269)948-3000. BOARD The 2005-06 budget will be voted on during the regular EOE CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 $ * s s‘ %ls SSs u., !u?.A, Xis 3* SU* ?» »* ^Si '«S SSSi > ? *'«SS «5SS“ !’> mJ,1' £UX< **!^^U®k *,&*S »|U »|U fcwiw iw L.. “ B *t» UM !*lqj PUBLIC HEARING LEGAL NOTICE JANUARY 5, 2005 l^' Called to order by Supervisor WIRE EDM OPERATOR: MANPOWER of Hastings is J. Cooley. Board members present were currently accepting applica­ Reese, Wilson, Cooley, DeMond tions for a position in Mid­ with L. Pixley absent. dleville. MUST have a mini­ There were two people from mum of 1 year of experi­ the public in attendance. ence. Pay will be based on Approved the agenda as printexperience. Qualified candi- ed. There was no public comment. date must have the ability to Minutes from the December set-up, operate & perform basic maintenance to wire meeting were approved with one EDM machines. Job duties correction. Amended the budget. will include but are not lim­ Accepted the treasurer’s report ited to: maintaining cleanli­ subject to audit with one correc­ ness of machines, program tion. editing, etc. Knowledge of Approved paying the bills in AutoCAD is also helpful. the amount of 18,106.65. Must be able to use shop MTA Conference is set. Road Commission meeting is measurement equipment such as micrometers, depth January 12th at 10 a.m. at the gauge, calipers, gauge Road Commission. Committee reports were given blacks, etc. An updated re­ and placed on file. sume is required for consid­ Appointed R. Dingerson, O. eration. Contact MANPOW- Moore, and M. Trahan to the ER for more informa- Board of Review for 2005-2006. tion. ... (269)948-3000. Discussed the mistake that happened on the taxes. EOE Miscellaneous FREE INSTALLED DISH NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. There was no correspon­ dence. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley oeeozoss Council Meeting to be held immediately after the Public Hearin9- NOTICE TO VILLAGE RESIDENTS SIDEWALKS MUST BE CLEAN OF SNOW The village would like to remind all village residents that for the safety of children walking to school and any persons want­ ing to use the sidewalks within the village please remove snow and ice from your sidewalks. Ordinance 9-9-99-D requires all occupants of any property located within the Village of Nashville to clear any accumulations of ice or snow from the public side­ walks adjoining the property within 24 hours of the accumulation or placement of snow or ice on the sidewalks. Citation will be issued to those who are noncompliant. Thank you. Nashville Village Clerk 06602198 of being a habitual offender. The Hastings Police Department responded to a residence in the 1200 block of Star School Road on Wednesday, Jan. 12, after Barry County Central Dispatch received a call from a family member about a domestic violence situation between a father and son. Officers responded to the residence and found out that only a verbal dispute had occurred. However, while officers were in the residence, they noticed a strong fuel like chemical odor. Further investigation revealed an active meth lab operation. Members of the Michigan State Police Hastings Post and the Southwest Enforcement Team were called in to assist in the investigation. A Hazardous Materials Team (HAZMAT) responded from Ann Arbor for removal of numerous components used to make meth, and indicated it was the state’s second largest cleanup of a meth lab using red phosphoreus compo­ nents. Hastings Several grams of meth were seized, and the lab was considered to be that of a medium sized operation, and appears to have been active for some time. Nashville man gets jail in meth lab sentencing David Ouellette-Tate, 19, of Nashville, was sentenced Jan. 12 in Barry County Circuit Court to three years probation, participation in the adult drug court program, ten months in jail with credit for six days served, and $2,540 in fines and costs for one count of operating or main­ taining a methamphetimine laboratory. This charge is from his arrest in Carlton Township last June. The maximum penalty for this felony is $25,000 in fines and/or 25 years in prison. He also was sentenced to 82 days in jail with credit for 82 days served and $120 in fines for one count of proba­ tion violation by use of meth or marijuana in July. LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mort­ gage made by Gregory D. Duits and Tricia D. Duits, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., dba The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 18th day of May, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 21st day of May, 1999 in Instrument No. 1029888 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, as Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of Febuary 28,2001 Series 2001-A on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Five Thousand Three Hundred Three & 12/100 ($65,303.12), and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, there­ fore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of February, 2005 at 1:00 o’clock p.m. Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bid­ der, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.25% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, includ­ ing the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the under­ signed, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Woodland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: SCHEDULE “A” All that parcel of land in Village of Woodland, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Liber 625, Page 407-412, ID# 08-015-110-059-00, being known and designated as Lot 1 of Samuel W. Cree Addition to the Village of Woodland, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 11. By Fee Simple Deed from Verdan Hesterly and June H. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 407 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Gene Blair and Doris Blair, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 408 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Virginia M. Tousley as set forth in Liber 625 Page 412 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan..By Fee Simple Deed from Herbert Hesterly and Jane C. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 411 dated 01/30/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Ronald Hesterly and Mary L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 410 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Byron Hesterly and Betty L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 409 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. 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Monday - Friday Lobby 9-5 Drive Thru 8:30-5 Saturday Lobby 9-Noon Drive Thru 8:30-Noon Midstate Title Company See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-02-01.pdf dabb6170fd769b6fe2e461d0faa1063d 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, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 5, February 1,2005 Maple Valley Riders wrap up another active year Maple Valley Riders have wrapped up a busy year and are looking forward to the start of the next season. The club was led by President Jessica McMillen, Vice President Mary Jewell, Secretary Tiffany Cowell, Treasure Jessica Ellison and Photographer/Historian Sarah Vanderhoef. These officers, along with Teen Leaders Kaylene Rutledge, Kristen Vanderhoef, Melissa Jewell, Tara Yenger, Cindy Eaton, Jenny Ellison, Caitlin King, Breann Gardner and Andrea Cobb, led the club into many activities. Last April, the club entered a float in the Vermontville Maple Syrup parade with the help of Shane Hickey and his tractor. Chairwoman for this event was Kristen Vanderhoef. In May, the club attended a Memorial Day barbeque at the home of Jill and Dennis Vanderhoef, where they enjoyed food and games. No horse riding was done due to the weather. In June, The club held their annual Maple Valley Riders Team Fun Show. This is where teams of four riders compete against other teams for the highest points. Eaton County 4-H members Sarah Vanderhoef, Tara Yenger and Jenny Ellison competed as a three-person team and won the 4-H high point belt buckles. The club also held a car wash June 26 as a fund-rais­ er. Members Tara Yenger and Sara Vanderhoef, along with their families, attended the State Trail Ride at Goose Creek in Grayling. Member Andrea Cobb earned her National Pork Quality Assurance Program Certification. The club participated at the Eaton County Fair in July. The Riders entered a billboard as a fair entry and won an award. The horse arena looked like it would be a washout but with the help of several adults and mem­ bers, it was made ready for competition in time. Several took home numer­ ous trophies and ribbons in each category: Horses: D.J. Abbott - Participated In Gymkhana Classes Brooke Bracy - Bareback Equitation 7; Western Pleasure • 4; English Equitation 6;' Western Horsemanship - 3; Cody Cowell - Speed & Action - 1 See RIDERS, page 3 Maple Valley Riders club members Jenny Ellison, Cody Cowell, Sara Ellison, Melissa Jewell, Jessica Ellison, Cash Flower, Brooke Bracy, Tiffany Cowell, Jessica McMillen, DJ Abbott, Tara Yenger, Sara Vanderhoef, Kaylene Rutledge, Mary Jewell, Kristen Vanderhoef, Andrea Cobb, Cindy Eaton and Caitlin King. Missing from photo are Justin McMillen, Breann Gardner and Brittney Gardner. Vermontville man held for outdoor meth lab Zach Histed, 26, of Vermontville, was arrested Thursday and arraigned Friday in Eaton County District Court on charges of operating and maintaining a methamphetamine lab. An Eaton County Sheriff’s deputy said he spotted Histed and another man operating what appeared to be an out­ door meth lab earlier in the Maple Valley Band attends inauguration Winter homecoming court candidates announced King and queen candidates for Maple Valley High School’s Winter Homecoming are (front row, from left) Dustin Mead, Denver Hine, Lance Harvey, (back row from left) Tessa Robles, Laura Trumble and Elizabeth Clements. Homecoming are (front row, from left) Tony Corwin, Jarred Gohs, and David Benedict, (back row, from left) Jordan Hewlett, Olivia Blakely and Kara Mays. Ninety members of the Maple Valley High School band were on hand when George W. Bush was sworn in for his second term in office during the 55th presi­ dential inauguration ceremo­ ny in Washington D.C. Thursday, Jan. 20. “It’s a once in a lifetime thing for a lot of people,” said band Dennis Vanderhoef, band director at Maple Valley High School, who noted that the band members also had seats in the stands for the inaugural parade. Vanderhoef said the band members enjoyed the parade even though they missed the first hour due to tight securi­ ty along the parade route. “We got there and hour and half early but it took us three hours to go through security, but we missed just the first hour because the parade got started late, so we got to see most of it” said Vanderhoef. “There were police officers every six feet week. Eaton Eaton County Undersheriff Fred McPhail said deputy Don Haga was patrolling the area north of Vermontville around 12:30 p.m. Tuesday when he spot­ ted Histed and another man and there were even snipers on all the rooftops. Everywhere we went, securi­ ty was very tight. “It was fun to wait in line for three hours with more than 8,000 people,” he added. “We told the kids to be polite and remember they are representing Maple Valley and their state, but after a lot of people started pushing in front of us, I told them we needed to be a little more assertive.” apparently cooking methamphetamine outside Histed’s burned-out home located at 5980 Hagar Road in Vermontville, which was See BAND, page 6 See METH, page 2 Zach Histed In This Issue.. • Retailers urged to keep eye out for meth cookers • Birds of Prey Flock to the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute • Ceiling caves in at Nashville Community Center of Hope • Lion wrestlers close out an undefeated SMAA campaign �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, February 1,2005 — Page 2 Americans earn enough to pay for year’s food supply in 37 days Service, American families and individuals. currently spegd, on 'average’ ‘ just 10 percent of their disposable personal income on food. Applying the current sta­ tistic to the calendar year, the average household will have earned enough disposable income - that portion of income available for spend­ ing or saving - to pay for its annual food supply in just 37 days. In comparison, Tax The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) will commemorate February 7 as Farm Bureau’s Food Check-Out Day - a day rep­ resenting the short time it takes the average American to have earned enough dis­ posable income to pay for his or her food supply for the entire year. According to the latest sta­ tistics compiled by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Economic Research Freedom Day, the day the ayerage American will have earned enough money to pay federal, state and local taxes, was April 11 last year, according to The Tax Foundation. The percent of disposable personal income spent on food has declined over the last 34 years. In 1970, for instance, Food Check-Out Day fell 14 days later on February 21. According to the USDA, food is more affordable today due to a widening gap between growth in per-capita inpomes and the amount of money spent for food. This overall decrease is made more notable by the fact that trends indicate Americans are buying more expensive convenience food items for preparation at home, as well as more food away from home. USDA’s latest statistic, compiled for 2003, includes Lent season begins Wednesday, Feb. 9 space available basis a list­ ing of events during this season. This will include Palm Sunday and Easter events. Churches can be included in the catalogue of events by sending a listing that includes the type of event, time, date and location to patricia@j-adgraphics.com. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer On Wednesday, Feb. 9, churches across the area will begin the observance of Lent with Ash Wednesday services. As J-Ad Graphics has done in the past, the Banner, Reminder and community papers will include on a The same information can be sent as a fax message to 945-5192. Please include “Attention Patricia” on the cover sheet. Information can be mailed to J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, .Mi. Mi. 49058. Include “Attention Patricia” on the envelope. Save money with our multi-policy discount! hen you insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, The deadline is Tuesday by noon for the Banner and Thursday by noon for the Reminder and community papers. Churches should include a daytime telephone number on the listing. This column will be print­ ed on a space available basis until the Tuesday and Thursday before Easter. Any church that would like information about the cost of advertising for any of their events can call J-Ad Graphics at 269-945-9554. HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. METH, continued from page 1 destroyed in October by an explosion and fire which investigators initially termed “suspicious.” “The deputy spotted two known meth cookers at the house which burnt in the fall and it appeared they were cooking meth outside. He spotted them, they spotted him, and they started to run,” said McPhail. The other suspect, a 48­ year old from the Vermontville area was apprehended at the scene and detained, but not arrested, while Histed fled on a snow­ mobile. The Eaton County Sheriff’s deputies,, with the assistance of the Michigan State Police helicopter, Feb. 2 Feb. 3 Feb. 7 945-SHOW $6:00 Students 5 Late Shows Frl & Sat Feb. 14 $5.75 DAILY Matiness til 6pm DIGITAL stereo multi-policy discount! I delimited Frss Drink RifIlls * ,2St Com Refills Mature policyholders can SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE earn even greater savings. 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Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. 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 ...11 a.m. ......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Church Service........ Sunday School........ ....... 9 a.m. .10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) g | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:45 Morning Worship'............................. 11 Evening Worship.............................. 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) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Wednesday Family Night Service ..... 16 17 21 21 Poultry Developmental committee, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m. Expo Center. Non-Livestock Developmental committee meet­ ing, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Horse Developmental committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. County Buildings Closed, President’s Day. Extension Advisory Board meeting, Pennock Hospital Community Rm. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. 1:30,3:45,6:30 THE AVIATOR (PG-13) digital 9:05 ThtNo PM’/rnfaftk? Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M; Worship............. searched the area for three hours Tuesday afternoon before finding the abandoned snowmobile. McPhail said that product was found both at the scene and with the abandoned snowmobile. After receiving a tip, the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department arrested HistEtT Thursday afternoon at a home on Ionia Road north of Vermontville. Histed’s bond was set for $25,000, and his preliminary exam is scheduled for Monday, Feb. 7. He was out on bond after being charged with the delivery of methamphetamine after a Jan. 14, incident. The prelim­ inary exam on that charge is set for Friday, Feb. 4. Call 269-945-9554 digital / stadium seating *Auto-Owners Insurance Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. 28 O HIDE AND SEEK (R) Contact our agency today! gram. The statistic also includes snacks purchased by families and individuals, as well as food furnished to employees. CALENDAR OF EVENTS $5.25 Kids all shows | $5.50 Seniors we’ll save you monqy with their food purchases from grocery stores and other retail out­ lets; including food purchas­ es with food stamps and vouchers for the Women, Infants and Children’s pro­ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School....................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRESHAM .UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH . One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY 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 P.M. Service..................................... 6 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.m. Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE News Action-ads! PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship........................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE . Phone (517) 852-0580 . IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 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...1.5 a.m. M,,orni.ng Prayer ........................ ...................11:00 a.m. Holy Communion NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ................ 11:15 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. For more information call 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all sendees. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 203 N. State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass .................. .9 a.m. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �<?W <S?WSkk*& k hS, ' iS rcS SfVv& vSl i££? rc?V m m K Iki ss >f»! s ffj’ck j %& • *««« Sv S i2 «* i S S<. *<»%. »** %|W> ** |W>. •C^’n *2* SSJ* 2** ^'AW't AW't t^Vm* tm '"•IWhsisiIi Cisis jt' WlkfcfcQrtljj ■ The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 1, 2005 — Page 3 RIDERS, continued from page 1 & 2; Pole Bending - 1 & 2; Cloverleaf - 2; Indiana Flag 1; Keyhole 2; Grand Champion Poles 11-12 Year Olds; Reserve Champion Flags 11-12 Year Olds; Reserve Champion Overall 11-12 Year Olds Tiffany Cowell - Speed & Action - 7; Pole Bending - 7 & 8; Cloverleaf - 6 & 8; Keyhole • 4; Costume Class - 2; Fun Classes - 1 & 2 Cindy Eaton - Fitting & Showing. 9; English Pleasure 4; Western Pleasure 5; English Equitation 8; Western Horsemanship - 8 Jessica Ellison - Fitting & Showing 1 & Grand Champion Overall; English Pleasure 1; Bareback Equitation 5; Western Pleasure 1; English Equitation - 2 & Grand Champion; Western Horsemanship 1; Showmanship Sweepstakes Participant Cash Flower Gymkhana Pattern - 2; Speed & Action - 2 & 2; Pole Bending - 1 & 2; Cloverleaf - 1 & 3; Keyhole - 1 & 2 Breann Gardner - Fitting & Cloverleaf - 10; Indiana Flag - 4; Keyhole - 6 Caitlin King - Participated In Pleasure Classes Kaylene Rutledge Halter 2; Fitting & Showing 3; Speed & Action - 2; Cloverleaf - 1 & 3 Kristen Vanderhoef - Hunt Seat Pleasure - 10; Hunt Seat Equitation - 7; Trail Class 7; Fun Classes - 1 & 3 Sarah Vanderhoef - Saddle Seat Equitation - 3; Gymkhana Pattern - 4; Pole Bending - 8; Cloverleaf - 3 & 5; Keyhole - 2 & 4; Speed & Action - 2 Tara Yenger - Saddle Seat Pleasure 1 & Grand Champion; Saddle Seat Equitation - 1 & Reserve Champion; Western Crandal Memorial participants, ages 9 to 12, line up their horses. Horsemanship - 7; Trail Class - 3 Jessica McMillen - Hogs - 8 & 4; Pen Of Hogs - pated in Gymkhana events. and karaoke as well as hold­ year. Fitting & Showing - 4; 5 Jessica Ellison • Breann Gardner - 3rd ing a beneficial meeting to The club voted on English Pleasure - 2 & Grand Showmanship - 7; Market place Showmanship. set up the itinerary for the Sportsmanship awards in Champion; Bareback Hogs - 8 & 3; Pen Of Hogs • Jessica Ellison — 1st upcoming year. These mem­ each animal category. Equitation 3; Western 4 Melissa Jewell place Stock Seat Equitation; bers are: Kirsten Benit, Winners are for horse, Sara Pleasure 3; English Showmanship - 4; Market 2nd place Showmanship; 3rd Melissa Jewell, Sarah Vanderhoef, for swine, Mary Equitation 4; Western Hogs - 3; Pen Of Hogs - 4 place Hunt Seat Equitation. Vanderhoef, Tara Yenger, Jewell and for sheep, Brooke Horsemanship - 2. Sheep: Brooke Bracy - . • Jessica McMillen - 2nd Andrea Cobb, Cindy Eaton, Bracy. Year pins and office Swine: Showmanship - 4; Market place Western Pleasure; 3rd Jenny Ellison, Kristen position pins were also Andrea Cobb Lambs - 5 & 6; Pen Of place Hunt Seat Equitation. Vanderhoef and Breann awarded to members. Showmanship - 3; Market Lambs - 7. • Sarah Vanderhoef - 5th Gardner and Officers Tiffany The Maple Valley Riders Hogs - 1 & 3; Pen Of Hogs Performing Arts: Keyhole, 8th Speed & Cowell and Brooke Bracy. 4-H club is led by Action. They were accompanied by Administrative Leader Jill • Tarah Yenger - 3rd place project leaders Jill Vanderhoef. The club has Saddle Seat Pleasure; 3rd Vanderhoef, Tammy Flower, branched out into many areas Saddle Seat Equitation. Donna Gardner, Susan Eaton of interest. Such areas and Member Tara Yenger par­ and Trudy Cobb. project Leaders for each are: ticipated in the St Jude’s Club members held a Horse, Beef — Dennis Trail ride, collecting dona­ bowling get-together Vanderhoef Horse, Swine tions to help children. Saturday, Jan. 8, at Char Eric and Susan Eaton Horse, Members of the Abbott, Lanes, followed up by an Dogs Teresa Cowell Eaton, Cobb and Vanderhoef awards ceremony at Scott Horse, Sheep Tammy families went camping over and Tammy Flowers. Three Flower Horse - Trudy Cobb Labor Day weekend. jackets were awarded based Horse Donna Gardner In October, the club held a on points; Brooke Bracy won Shooting Sports Don Holloween party/meeting. a jacket for her Jewell. Cash Flower won for Best Horsemanship points, Class Of 2004 graduating Costume. Election of offi­ Tiffany Cowell for her Trail members are Melissa Jewell cers took place and the Riding points and Tarah and Caitlin King. New mem­ newly elected officers are Yenger for her Pleasure bers for the 2004/2005 year The Maple Valley Riders gather together to display their ribbons. President Andrea Cobb, Vice Riding points. This is based are Kirsten and Dylan Benit. (Reported by: Cody Showing - 2; English 3 Jenny Ellison Sara Vanderhoef & Tarah President Jenny Ellison, on the members keeping a Pleasure - . 8; Bareback Shpwmanship - 8; Market Yenger - Group Dance - B Secretary Tiffany Cowell, book and logging hours in Cowell, Historian/Recorder) Equitation 2; Western Hogs - 13 & 10; Pen Of Award Sarah Vanderhoef & Treasurer Brooke Bracy and each event throughout the Pleasure 7; English Hogs - 8 Sara Ellison - Tarah Yenger - Clowning - Recorder/Historian Cody Equitation 3; Western Showmanship - 4; Market A Award Sara Vanderhoef & Cowell. In December, member Horsemanship - 2 & Reserve Hogs - 8; Pen Of Hogs - 6; Tarah Yenger And* Kristen Tiffany Cowell attended the Champion; Trail Class - 2 Grand Champion Rate Of Vanderhoef - Vocal - A Melissa Jewell - Speed & Gain Mary Jewell Award Kristen Vanderhoef - Winter Beef show at MSU Action - 8; Pole Bending - 6; Showmanship - 5; Market Piano - A Award/Top Ten with her steer, White Ghost. People’ in the Nashville organized by 8-year-old Mary Jewell - Vocal A Member Andrea Cobb and area this Saturday can enjoy Whitney Martin, a third grade project leaders Trudy Cobb Award/Top Ten and Teresa Cowell showed homemade treats and the student at Central Elementary Non-Livestock: knowledge they are helping School in Hastings. Martin Tarah Yenger - Acrylic support by coming out to tsunami relief efforts in India has enlisted the help of watch. Painting - Top Ten Breann The club had an Avon and southeast Asia when they friends and members of the Gardner Sweet Rolls - Top Efforts are now under way ers and pharmacies with win­ chaired by purchase cookies, cakes, pies youth group at Nashville Ten & Cherry Pie - A Award fund-raiser, United Methodist Church and to begin phase two of the dow decals, shelf stickers, Brooke Bracy. The Riders and more at the bake sale. Brittany Gardner - Banana The event will be held has invited members of the Michigan Methamphetamine cash register stickers and Bread - A Award & Rhubarb completed a community from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. community to help with the awareness Public Awareness and other public service event by collecting Pie - Top Ten Tarah Yenger Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Maple effort. pieces announcing they are Education Campaign. And Sarah Vanderhoef - 4- and sending needed items to Valley Community Center of Anyone interested in makIn the "Michigan Meth participating in the program. wounded soldiers in Iraq. Leaf Clover Collection - A Hope in downtown Nashville. ing a donation or contributing Watch" program, Michigan In addition employees will On Dec. 30, the Teen Award Jessica McMillen All proceeds from the bake baked goods for the sale can retailers and their employees be trained on what suspicious Crochet Purse Judge's Leaders/Officers for the sale, will be distributed drop them off at the commuwill be asked to serve as the behavior and purchases to 2004/2005 year attended a Choice & State Show through UMCORP, one of nity center starting at 8 a.m. front line of defense for look for. Selection Justin McMillen - fun, yet beneficial event at the designated tsunami relief on Feb. 5, or they may call Retailers who would like deterring the purchase and the Double JJ Resort. The Sculpture - Top Ten Nashville United Methodist theft of the precursors used additional Meth Watch infor­ members participated in agencies. State show delegates: The bake sale is -being Church (517) 852-2043. to cook methamphetamine. mation should email the snow tubing, . dog sledding Jessica Ellison, Jessica The campaign is being large­ Office of Drug Control McMillen, ' Sarah o 1 i c y . , ly funded by the Michigan P 501 N. Main, Vanderhoef, Tiffany Cowell, Office of Drug Control MiMethWatch@michigan.g Tarah Yenger and Breann Nashville, Michigan ov, o r visit the ODCP web Policy. Gardner. i t e , Michigan Meth Watch is s State show placings (517) 852-1985 designed to limit easy access www.michigan.gov/meth. • Tiffany Cowell - particito methamphetamine precur­ sors on store shelves, prevent theft and large purchases of products containing pseu­ doephedrine (a main ingredi­ The Place to Gofor Professional Styling ent used in the meth cooking process) and to protect MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN with every 16” or 18” PIZZA 1 Michigan retailers and HAIR STYLING employees from unwillingly purchased Friday, Feb. 4, 2005, • Open Tuesday - Friday becoming a "community x~x S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. supplier" in a drug manufac­ Saturday, Feb. 5, 2005 or Sunday, Feb. 6, 2005 [ turing pipeline. 1-517-852-9481 offer good with coupon only |06573039 Michigan Meth Watch will supply Michigan retail- Tsunami relief bake sale is this weekend Retailers urged to keep eye out for meth cookers QOODJTIME ^Diana’s '~P$ace FREE BREADSTICKS �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday February 1,2005 — Page 4 Floyd B. Shilton Richard E. Morgan NASHVILLE Mr Richard E. Morgan, age 62. of Nashville, passed away Friday, January 21, 2005 peacefully al Battle Creek Health System, Battle Creek. Mr. Morgan was bom in Battle Creek on July 15, 1942. He was the son of the late Alvin and Josephine (Rose) Morgan. Richard was raised in the Hastings area and attended schools there and later grad­ uated from Maple Valley High School. On September 12, 1970, he married Diana L. (Gauck) Morgan at the Sebewa Baptist Church. The couple lived in the Nashville area for their entire lives and raised their family there. The couple had been married for 34 years. Richard spent the majority of his working career at Lowell Engineering where he held several different positions. He retired in May 2000 after 13 years of serv­ ice. He served in the U.S. Army as a radio mechanic from October 1963 until he was honorably discharged in October 1966. While serv­ ing his country, he earned decorations for: Expert Rifleman, . Carbine Sharpshooter, and the National Defense Service Medal. Richard loved to bowl and was a member of leagues in Hastings, and Charlotte. He was a life member of the North American Hunting Club. Richard was a true outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing on his favorite lake: Clear Lake. Richard is survived by his beloved wife; his daughters, Stacy (Dean) Johnson, Deborah (special friend) Steve Goodenough, and Kathy (Mathew) Dunklee; his sisters, Janette (Raymond) ' Burt, Nancy Morgan, and Mary (Kenneth) Thompson; his brothers, Alvin W. (Nancy) Morgan and Russell C. Morgan. He is also survived by his grandsons, Brandon Barnum, Jason Morgan, and Christian Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents. Graveside services with full military honors were held at Fort Custer National Cemetery on Friday, January 28, 2005. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. pipe manufacturer. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lorraine (Houska) Kozicki; two sons, David (Beth Ann) Kozicki and Kenneth Kozicki; six grand­ children, James, Jason, Erik, Bryan, Bobby and Elizabeth and sister, Florence Rosen of Phoenix, Ariz. He was preceded in death by daughter, Linda Jean in 1973. Private family services were held Saturday, January 29, 2005. Interment was at Resurrection Mausoleum. Local arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further informa­ tion available at www.prayfuneral.com. Mary G. (Woodruff) (Chase) (Waldron) HallHASTINGS - Mary G. (Woodruff) (Chase) (Waldron) Hall, age 93, of Hastings, died Friday, January 28, 2005 at Hastings Tendercare. Mrs. Hall was bom January 2, 1912 in Hastings, the daughter of William and Mersy (Dennison) Woodruff. She was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings schools, and gradu­ ated from Newaygo High School. Mrs. Hall returned to Hastings about 10 years ago from White Cloud. Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by her husbands, Howard Chase, Bernie Waldron and Orris Hall. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother. She enjoyed writing and reading, poetry and doing crafts. She attend­ ed Hastings New Life Assembly and was a member of the White Cloud V.F.W. Auxiliary. Mrs. Hall is survived by her daughters, Marcile (Jim) Scherry of Union City, Rose McCown of California, Elva (Bill) Dixon of Alabama; sons, Dan (Kathi) Waldron of California and Darrell Waldron of Owosso; 21 grandchildren; several great and great great grandchil­ dren; nieces, Beverly (Edward) Esakson of Woodland and Donna Martin of Hastings; several great nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a daughter Darlene Smith, a son Dean Waldron and grandsons Adrian and Shawn Waldron. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 1,1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Funeral and committal services will 'be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 1,2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Daniel D. Waldron officiat­ ing. Burial will be at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements are being made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastingss (www.wrenfuneral-home. com) D^NlELS **OuP 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 s (517)852-9712 ‘ 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville ^'"‘ oreimo & FamUy Owner/Manager Fire & Ambulance board, Grace Community Church, the Gideon’s Auxiliary, and also served as a 4H leader for several years. Floyd was an outdoorsman who enjoyed spending time in the woods searching for mushrooms in the spring, deer hunting with his family, and riding his quad. He loved his grandchildren and enjoyed attending their sporting and school events. Along with his wife Marjorie, the couple enjoyed their time together travelling up north to the Kalkaska area. He is survived by his daughters, Ruth (Bernie) Hickey, Sandy (Steve) Priddy; sons, Mike Shilton, Mickey (Stephanie) Shilton, and David (Pamela) Shilton. Also surviving are 18 grand­ children, and 10 great grand­ children. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 53 years Marjorie who passed away in 1999, his daughter Ann, his grandson Daren Shilton, a nephew Gary Shilton, and his brothers Charles and Tony. Funeral services were held at Grace Community Church on Saturday, January 29th, with Pastor Rob VanEngen officiating. Interment took place at Wilcox Cemetery Nashville. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville Harmon B. Wilcox---------------- Bruno Robert Kozicki--------CHARLOTTE Bruno Robert Kozicki, age 82, of Charlotte, died Tuesday, January 25,2005. Mr. Kozicki was born January 31, 1922, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Valentine and Mary (Czemikivicz) Kozicki. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a salesman for a MAPLE GROVE - Floyd B. Shilton, age 79, of Maple Grove, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, January 25, 2005 peacefully at Tendercare in Hastings. Floyd was born in Hastings, on January 9, 1926, he was the son of the late William and Lydia (Schultz) Shilton. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended area schools there, later grad­ uating from W.K. Kellogg High school in Nashville. On January 7,1946 he mar­ ried Marjorie Latta (Shilton). Floyd served his country in the United States Army; when he returned from active duty in 1950 the couple set­ tled on the family dairy farm in Maple Grove Township where they raised their fami­ lyFloyd was a member of the Farm Bureau where he was a regular attendee at the week­ ly meetings. He was also a member of the the Maple Grove Township Board, the HASTINGS - Harmon B. Wilcox, age 79, lifelong res­ ident of Hastings, passed away January 26, 2005 at Tendercare of Hastings. Harmon was bom June 16, 1925, the son of John Clyde and Bertha (Mead) Wilcox. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1943. Harmon joined the United States Marine Corp after graduation and served in the Fifth Marine Division in the Pacific. He was a member of the U.S.M.C. band and a vet­ eran of the Battle of Iwo Jima. Upon return from World War II in 1946 Harmon attended Michigan State University receiving a degree in floriculture. Hannon and his wife, Betty Lee Singleton, were married in 1946. From 1947 to 1978 they owned and operated the Hastings Flower Shop. In their retirement years they spent many sum- James “Duane CHARLOTTE James “Duane” Tuckey, of Charlotte, died Saturday, January 29, 2005 at the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center. Mr. Tuckey was bom September 10, 1915, in Battle Creek, the son of Earl Zahn and Helen Mae (Bartlett) Tuckey. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II stationed in Washington D.C. and the body shop man­ ager of Fowlers, Inc. for 35 years before his retirement. He was a prolific wood­ worker and furniture maker and a man of integrity, respected by his family, friends, and all who knew him. He will be dearly missed. He loved his family and gave freely of his time; talents and wonderful things he made. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Hester Irene (Farrier) Tuckey; sons David mers in the Northwest Territories and Alaska. Harmon was a life member and past Master of the Hastings Masonic Lodge #52. He was founding mem­ ber of the Hastings Athletic Boosters Club, and a found­ ing member of the Thomapple Valley Chapter of Ducks Unlimited. Harmon was an avid outdoprsman, which led Harmon to become a nationally known wildlife wood carver. Harmon’s wife, Betty, and brother Cranston Wilcox, preceded him in death. Surviving are his son and wife, David and Cindy (Lang) Wilcox, granddaugh­ ter Katy Gilchrist (Christian) and their two sons, Jack and David Maxfield, of Holt; grandson, John Lang Wilcox of Missoula, Montana, and sister Barbara Wilcox of Hastings. Respecting Harmon’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no visi­ tation or services. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice of Grand Rapids or Barry County Hospice, the Y.M.C.A. Camp Algonquin, or the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are by the Wren Funeral Home. Tuckey Duane Tuckey and Jamie Alen Tuckey, both of Vermontville; grandchildren Curtis Duane Tuckey of Chicago, Christopher David Tuckey and David Alan Tuckey, both of Lansing, Jamie Alen Tuckey II of Hawaii, Jim (Sherry) Haviland of Mt. Morris; great-granddaughters Britiany Tuckey of DeWitt and Heather Haviland of Haslett; nieces Lucille Tuckey of Charlotte and Rachel Tuckey of Florida officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday, and seven great-nephews and February 1 from 4-8 pm. three great-nieces. at He was preceded in death Interment will be by his parents, brother and Evergreen Cemetery in sister-in-law Zahn and Violet Girard Township, Michigan. If desired, memorial con­ Tuckey, nephews Joseph Tuckey and Zahn Tuckey, Jr tributions may be made to and great-nephew, Danny Charlotte Public Library. Arrangements by Pray Tuckey. Funeral services will be Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ held Wednesday, February 2, at 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at Pray able Funeral Home in Charlotte www.prayfuneral.com with Reverend Phil Hobson <http://www.prayfuneral.com/> Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or l-lll-tII-7115 �NVS V W^i W^ * The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 1, 2005 — Page 5 Bernice Pauline Rice SUNFIELD Bernice Pauline Rice passed away Monday, January 24, 2005 at Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte, at the age of 81. She was bom June 13, 1923 in Grand Haven, the daughter of Anthony K. and Margaret (Dreager) Holzinger. Bernice enjoyed garden­ ing, needlepoint, crocheting, knitting, fishing, and hunt­ ing, but most of all loved being with her family. She was preceded in death by both her parents. Surviving are her husband, Eric A. (married 61 years), five children, Eric Jr. (Zella) Sueko Silcock of Sheridan, Leslie (Alice) of Lakeside, Kirk (Cheryl) of Bumpus Mills, TN, Stanley (Donita) ofLake Odessa, and Kelly (Gary) Glassnor of Grand Ledge; 15 grandchil­ dren; 11 great grandchildren; three sisters, Joyce Miller of Grand Haven, Doris (Donald) Franklin of Montague, Peggy Vermeer of Grand Haven; brother-in­ law, George (Mary) Thorp of Sunfield, many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, January 28, 2005 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield, with the Rev. Jeff Schrock of the Sunfield United Methodist Church officiating. Interment was in Ft. National Custer Cemetery in Augusta. For those wishing, contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, c/o RFH P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890 in mem­ ory of Bernice ofP. Rice. The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Funeral Sunfield: Rosier Home. For more information log onto www.legacy.com. Isabelle Marie Burkett R!£$| iis SN Ihti •fcn®. BELLEVUE Isabelle Odessa; 15 grandchildren; 21 Marie Burkett, age 90, of great-grandchildren; seven Bellevue, died Tuesday, great-great-grandchildren; January 25, 2005. sister-in-laws, Joni Burkett, Mrs. Burkett was bom July Emetine Caroline Sellen and 8, 1914, the daughter of the Fern Burkett and several late Harry S. Sellen and the nieces and nephews. late Maude E. (Folk) Sellen. She was preceded in death She is survived by by her husband Holland daughters, Flora G. Cousins Burkett in 2001; daughters, of Bellevue, and Rachel Rosalie Burkett, Shirley (James) Clark of Lake Starkweather and son William H. Burkett. Graveside services were Friday, January 28, 2005 at Hillside Cemetery, Kalamo Township with Rev. Lester DeGroot officiating. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfimeral.com HASTINGS Sueko Silcock, age 75, of Hastings, died Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at Thomapple Manor. Mrs. Silcock was bom on May 10, 1929 in Osaka, Japan, the daughter of and Yonekichi Hana (Yamaguchi) Kashiwagi. She was raised in Japan and attended schools there:. She was married to Robert F. Silcock on October 5, 1951 in Japan. She came to the United States in 1952 and to Hastings in 1954. Her employment included Thomapple Manor, Tendercare and Bob’s Grill in Hastings. Sueko enjoyed family gatherings, where she would prepare Sukiaki, a family tra­ dition. She was a prize win­ ning knitter and crocheter. She loved to garden and her plants and flowers always filled her home. She enjoyed playing marbles with her children and the neighbor children when they were young. She enjoyed playing cards and bingo, everyone loved her laughter and smiles. She enjoyed special Japanese holidays with her Japanese friends in Hastings. She loved her dogs, Junior and Blackie. Sueko was very proud to become a U.S. citizen on August 5, 1975. Mrs. Silcock is survived by her son, Garry (Anne Wolf) Silcock Sr. of Hastings; daughter, Mary (John) Brookmeyer of Hastings; grandsons, Garry Silcock Jr. of Orlando, FL and Derek Brookmeyer of Hastings; granddaughter, Jaime Brookmeyer of Hastings; step-granddaugh­ ter, Kim Siedelberg of Olivet Nashville VFW 8260" Penny Supper ■: Saturday, Feb. 5th, 5:30 - 7:00 pm ■! Graphic* SOCIAL NEWS Swiss Steak, Kielbasa & Sauerkraut, Baked Chicken 06602506 <iita 06602013 w Pash Performance offers 5 Otyff Kindermusk* iifisaiii Teresa A. Pash P.O. Box 495 • Nashville, MI 49073 (517) 852-9159 a good beginning never ends ijim E 8®,nl “ jtelteiilfad ln*' Miwsi® M and Amy Watson of Delton; sisters-in-law, Edna Anders of Hastings and Emmy Jean Jackson of Constantine; nieces and nephews; and lov­ ing friend, Shari of Delton. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Robert on December 3, 1992; one brother and two sisters. Funeral and committal services were held Saturday, January 29, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Richard D. Moore officiat­ ing. Burial was in Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomapple Manor. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wrenfuneral-home.com). SPRING SEMESTER SCHEDULE: Feb. 17th thru June 9th (Spring Break: April 4th-8th) I Registration Deadline is Feb. 10th Materials ordered after that date may not be available for your 1st class session. Classes held in the Maple Valley CENTER OF HOPE in downtown Nashville Kindermusik*focuses on early childhood development using the medium ofmusic, as well asparent-bonding time, to enhance a life-time growth Need wedding invitations? Stop by and check out the large selection at J-Ad Graphics Printing Plus 1351 N. M-43 experiencefor every child. Kinde rmusik* Village Newborn to 11/2 years old Hd fay Duty Sp 11 Carroll-Collier fc or Ik daily tf *i id eta. ni HI I* taujfKiilifilii fatalik The children of Jackie Carroll and Duane Collier are pleased to announce the engagement of their parents. Jackie is the daughter of Leo and Margaret Carroll of Nashville and Duane is the son of the late Gordon and Ilene Collier of Charlotte. A wedding date will be set when his son, Marine SSgt. Barry Collier, returns home from Iraq. Congratulations to Carroll and Phyliss Wells on their golden anniversary, February 13,2005. They were married February 13,1955 in Litchfield, Mich. 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AU the perks of an upscale salon in the comfort ofyour hometown For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 TAJ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, February 1,2005 — Page 6 BAND, continued from page ment works,” he said. Vanderhoef said that while they were at the inaugural parade, David Robertson a Republican representative from Genesee County, came up and introduced himself and said he was glad to see a group of young peo­ ple from Michigan were in attendance. “It was really nice of him to do that,” said Vanderhoef. In addition to getting a first-hand look at how part of the United States gov­ ernment works, the stu­ Maple Valley High School dents also learned about Cindy Gatewood). urban life. “It was a real eye-open- er for a lot of the kids because we saw beggars and street people, which is something that many of them had never seen before,” said Vanderhoef. Besides the parade and the actual inauguration ceremony, one of the highlights of the trip was the high school inaugural baU. “They had us wait out­ side the door and then they announced us when we entered the ball,” said Vanderhoef. “It was really a neat thing for them to do for the kids.” Besides the inaugural events, the students enjoyed sightseeing at places like the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and Dennis Vanderhoef, band director of Maple Valley Smithsonian Institution High School holds the plaque the band recieved for par­ and having dinner at the ticipating the Presidential Inauguration Band Festival Old Post Office. (photo by Cindy Gatewood). “Wherever we went Vanderhoef said that while they were watching the parade, the kids also saw a lot of protesters and special interest groups. “There were Right to Life people handing out pamphlets and holding posters showing cut up babies, which wasn’t especially pleasant. There were religious people preaching on the comers, there were people holding up signs saying that Bush stole Ohio. It didn’t matter what side of the political bench you were on, there were protesters. I think it was good for the kids to see how freedom of speech and our govem- band members outside the Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. (photo by during the week, security was really tight. At the restaurant we had to take our jackets off and go through an x-ray machine. There were some places, were they used metal detectors, inspected the contents of all of our bags and even patted us down,” said Vanderhoef. Vanderhoef said he and the nine other adults chap­ eroning the trip also worked very hard to keep track of all the kids. “I have to say we never lost anyone. When we turned them loose on the National Mall for four hours so they could tour whatever they liked, we kind of spread out on the perimeter and we told the kids when and where to meet us and they were all there when they were sup­ posed to be,” he said. One afternoon the entire band had to stand outside band went to Washington in 15-degree weather, D.C. was to take part in a waiting for their bus band festival. However, because of the security whether it was the weath­ after the man from Grand er or fears about security, Rapids threatened to deto­ attendance at the band fes­ nate a car bomb in tival was sparse, accord­ ing to Vanderhoef. Washington D.C. “Our jazz and concert “Yeah, it was really cold when were down bands got first level rat­ there and it snowed which ings but it didn’t really is something that almost mean much when there never happens there,” said aren’t other bands from Vanderhoef. “The kids our division to compete really thought it was against, because so many something to see that peo­ bands canceled their ple down there couldn’t plans,” he said. “But, we drive when there was two had one hour clinics with inches or . less of snow on nationally known jazz and the ground,” he said. concert band judges after “People were parking we played and it was a their cars in the middle of really great experience.” the street, and locking “The jazz judge, I think them up until the snow his name was Chris melted because they did­ Valado, has won Grammy n’t know how to drive in and Tony awards and he the snow. We kept having was just incredible. 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(N-96M Segment I Class Segment II Class February 7,2005 February 1-3,2005 March 7,2005 March 1-3,2005 s Call for a registration at (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 1,2005 — Page 7 BAND, continued from previous page Birds of Prey Flock to the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute Back by popular demand, Joe Rogers of the Wildlife Recovery Association, will be mak­ ing a special appearance, along with a collection of birds of prey (raptors), such as owls, eagles, and hawks, at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute on Friday, February 18. There will be two pre­ sentations. The first one, geared towards families with young children, starts at 6 p.m. The second pres­ entation is at 7:30 p.m. Maple Valley students bundled up against the unusually frigid temperatures in Washington D.C. wait for the inau- and is for adults and famigural parade to begin (photo by Cindy Gatewood). lies with older children. The cost of the program has over 200 recordings Vanderhoef. “We left on Monday trip, the kids really is $6 for adults and $4 for and has been on TV and John Wakefield gave morning and came back enjoyed it and they got to children (ages 12 and played with Chuck the concert band clinic. Friday morning around 2 see and experience a lot of Mangione, Nat King Cole, He is also a professor at a.m. It was a grueling trip, neat things, things,”” said Doc Severinsen and Dizzy the University of and I think it will be a Vanderhoef. Gillespie, and is a profes­ Maryland. It was a great long time before we do sor at the University of clinic, for me as well as something like this again, Maryland,” said for the kids,” he added. but I think it was a great under). Members of Pierce Cedar Creek Institute receive a dollar discount per person. The Wildlife Recovery Association (WRA) based in Shepard was estab­ lished in 1974. The WRA is one of the oldest organ­ izations in Michigan car­ ing for injured and orphaned birds ofprey and specializes in rehabilita­ tion. Pre-registration and payment for the program are required. Reservations may be made by calling (269) 721-4190. For more information or directions, visitwww.ee darcreekinstitute.org. °fcii ns WEATHERWAX FARM MARKET & NURSERY 2970 N. Ionia - Comer of Ionia Road & Nashville Highway, Vermontville 517-726-1000 New Winter Hours: Sun. - Thurs. 6am-l0pm; Fri & Sat. 6am-11pm ©»! SC A view of the swearing in ceremony at the capital (photo by Cindy Gatewood). Keep natural gas and electric meters free of snow and ice Consumers Energy is asking customers to make sure natural gas and elec­ tric meters aren’t buried as a result ofrecent snow fall and snow clearing activi­ ties. It’s important to remove snow and ice by hand from the top, back, sides and base of the meter. 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Upstairs, near the entrance at the northwest comer of the building, they found standing water on the floor and water dripping from the ceiling. A few min­ utes later, the drop ceiling in the rear portion of the build­ ing fell in. “We were really very for­ tunate, a couple of seconds in either direction and the ceiling could have landed on someone,” said Dianne Bowden the pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and executive direc­ Water leaks into a puddle of standing water into a corner of the basement of the tor of MVCCOH. “Everyone community center, narrowly missing shelves used for storing food for the Maple had just moved out of that Valley Community Pantry Shelf. area when the ceiling fell.” Bowden said it appeared smoothly. “We had 230 peo“We’re going to check the structural damage, but we that the weight of the water ple come to the food pantry sub floor under the carpeting were really fortunate,” said on the ceiling tiles caused the on Tuesday and we had a lot to make sure there was no Bowden. cable which holds the drop­ of new people sign up. I ceiling to break. guess it just goes to prove Despite the mess in the that we can make do with rear there was no damage to less space if we have to.” the rest of the community Bowden said the landlord, center, so the food distribu­ John Patterson, came over as tion was held as in the front soon as he heard about the portion ofthe building, while leak. She said that after volunteers cleaned up the inspecting the building, back. Patterson determined that the “We were very busy on leak was caused when water Tuesday with a lot of new and melting snow pooled on people coming in and regis­ the roof after the heating ele­ tering for commodities,” said ment, used to keep snow Bowden who noted that the from accumulating on the food distribution went roof, had been disconnected. A puddle of water stands on the floor near the rear entrance of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. We’re so sure you’ll find our Free Online Banking and Bill Pay fast and easy to use ... 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The HUD tolffrcc telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1 -KOO-927-9275. 06571010 Lion 119-pounder Tyler Greenfield, left, won both of his league matches by pin last Thursday night, and was also one of six Maple Valley wrestlers to win in the dual with Hastings on Tuesday. (File photo) ATTENTION GRAND OPENING in Nashville HUGHES HIDE & FUR GO 105 Main St.-Nashville Step number one is done for the Lion varsity wrestling team. The Lions haven’t won any titles just yet, but they have a firm grasp on the Southern Michigan Athletic Association lead thanks to their perfect 6-0 dual meet record. Maple Valley complet­ ed its undefeated league dual meet season on Thursday night with big wins over Webberville and Leslie. The Lions topped the Spartans 69-12, and the Blackhawks 63-18 at Webberville. There were eleven Lions who were 2-0 on the night, Ron Smith, Raven Scurlock, Tyler Boss all won both of their matches by pin. The Lions get to host the league championship meet this year, Feb. 12. Before that, the Lions face Ann Arbor Huron, DeWitt, and Fowlerville at Fowlerville on Thursday night in nonleague action. The Lions gave the Hastings Saxons all they wanted in a non-league match last Tuesday at Valley. Hastings took a 46-32 win over the Lions. Every win was a big one. On two matches went the full six minutes. Greenfield’s 7-5 decision over Jeremy Redman at 112, and the 125-pound match where Commission bcIHU COUn’U on Aging Schedule of Events Commission of Aging . Cold Meal Wednesday, Feb. 2 Tuna salad, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, pita bread. Thursday, Feb. 3 Turkey w/Swiss on whole wheat bread, marinated veg­ etables, plums. Friday, Feb. 4 California reuben spread on rye bread, sweet and sour carrots, pears. Monday, Feb. 7 Meatloaf Meatloaf sandwich sandwich on white wheat bread, baked beans, apricots. Tuesday, Feb. 8 Wing dings, coleslaw, pineapple, dinner roll. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, Feb. 2 Beef stew, broccoli, bis­ cuit, fruit compote. Thursday, Feb. 3 French toast sticks, country potatoes, peaches, sausage, apple juice. Friday, Feb. 4 Cheese ravioli, com, Italian blend, pudding. Monday, Feb. 7 Chicken fricassee, parsley noodles, Brussels sprouts, waxed beans, cookie. Tuesday, Feb. 8 Spaghetti w/meatballs, broccoli, carrots, fresh orange. Events Wednesday, Feb. 2 The Lions’ Jon Stafford, right, won both of his league Hastings, Horseshoes10:30 matches by pin last Thursday night at Webberville. (File a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails, Music with photo) Charlie. Woodland, Delton, Greenfield, Tyler Corwin, Hastings’ Jeff Allen Puzzle/Triviar. Justin Cook, Kevin defeated Jamie Corwin Reminiscence. Thursday, Feb. 3 Fassett, Ben Boss, Chris 12-0. Morris, Keith Boss scoreda 16-1 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ Lackscheide, Jon technical fall for the Lions 11:30 a.m., Otis Herminette Stafford, and Jake at 145 pounds, against the 10:30.a.m. Nashville, TV Time. Delton Puzzle/Trivia, McMillon. Saxons’ Lee Selby. All Hosea Humphrey 11:15 a.m. Morris, Lackscheide, the other matches ended Friday, Feb. 4 - Hastings, Stafford, Greenfield, and with six points going up bingo. Nashville, Granny’s on the scoreboard, includ- Kids. Woodland, Visiting. ing at 160 pounds, where Monday, Feb. 7 - Hastings, Dave Scurlock was forced February Birthday Party, card to default due to injury making 12:30-2:30 p.m., against the Saxons’ Ashtin Music with Sam. Delton, bingo. H,W, N, King. Winning by pin for the Reminiscence Center. Tuesday, Feb. 8 - Hastings Lions were McMillon - Beginning Line Dance 1­ (275), Tyler Corwin 2:30 p.m., Mismatched OFFERING COMPLETE (130), Morris (171), and Paczki Party, Kinship Care 7 WATER & WELL Lackscheide (189). 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Follow the MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley News Lions topped their next two league foes at Concord Invite Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ volleyball team con­ tinued its perfect Southern Michigan Athletic Association start by knocking off Leslie in three games on Wednesday night. The Lions topped the Blackhawks 25-10, 29-27, 25-14 to improve to 3-0 in the conference. Amy Joostbems had 12 kills and two blocks to lead the Lion offensive attack. Lisa Hamilton served eight aces and passed out 19 assists. Hamilton also tied for the team lead in digs with Kyndra Root. They had five each, and Sammy Cowell had four. Allison Oleson added six aces for the Lions. Kortney Ewing had three kills and one block, and Amy Abbott had four kills and led the team with 13 service points. Two more league foes await the Lions this week. Wednesday they host Bellevue, then Thursday Webberville in a make-up of an earlier match. While they are perfect in the league so far, the Lions are 20-11-4 overall after reaching the semifi­ nals of the Concord Invitational on Saturday. The Lions finished sec- ond in their pool, and Hamilton led the team Springport Invitational, topped Centerville 22-25, with 70 assists. before continuing the 25-19, 15-8 in the quarter­ This Saturday, the league season at Dansville finals, before falling in the Lions will attend the next Monday. tournament’s semifinal round to Jackson County Western in two games 25­ 15, 25-12. Valley had a 2-1 pool play record, with their only loss coming to the host team from Concord which is ranked sixth in the state in Class C. It took Concord three games to top the lions 25-18, 21-25, 15-8. Maple Valley knocked off the two SMAA teams they’ll face this week in the pool play,. The Lions topped Bellevue 25-14, 25-19 and Webberville 25-13, 25-14. Overall on the day, Joostbems finished with 27 kills and eight solo blocks. The Lions strong serv­ ing continued as five girls finished with at least five aces. Jessica Winegar and Lisa Hamilton had five each, Cowell and Joostbems both had six, and Root led the team with seven. Root was also the team’s leader in digs with 31. Abbott was right Kortney Ewing (5) had a block to go along with her behind her with 29, and three kills in Wednesday’s league win for the Lions over was also second in kills Leslie. (File photo) with 16. LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mort­ gage made by Gregory D. Duits and Tricia D. Duits, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., dba The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 18th day of May, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 21st day of May, 1999 in Instrument No. 1029888 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, as Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of Febuary 28,2001 Series 2001-A on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Five Thousand Three Hundred Three & 12/100 ($65,303.12), and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, there­ fore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of February, 2005 at 1:00 o’clock p.m. Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bid­ der, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.25% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, includ­ ing the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the under­ signed, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Woodland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: SCHEDULE “A” All that parcel of land in Village of Woodland, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Liber 625, Page 407-412, ID# 08-015-110-059-00, being known and designated as Lot 1 of Samuel W. Cree Addition to the Village of Woodland, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 11. By Fee Simple Deed from Verdan Hesterly and June H. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 407 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Gene Blair and Doris Blair, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 408 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Virginia M. Tousley as set forth in Liber 625 Page 412 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Herbert Hesterly and Jane C. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 411 dated 01/30/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Ronald Hesterly and Mary L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 410 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Byron Hesterly and Betty L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 409 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Dated: 1/18/05 Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, Mortgagee FAB­ RIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Jonathan L. Engman (P56364) Attorney for Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 1470 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 ASAP627611 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8 06601733 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, February 1, 2005 — Page 12 Lions split with SMAA’s two state ranked teams It took three full quar­ ters, but Olivet finally decided not to let the Maple Valley Lions pull off a second straight upset in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association. Olivet outscored the Lions 26-11 in the fourth quarter, turning a close ball game into a 97-67 blow­ out. Zane Gay poured in 38 points for die Eagles and Cam Bramer added 23 to keep their team undefeat­ ed, not only in the SMAA but overall for the season. The Eagles are now ranked third in the state in Class c. Jones told his Lions that there was no pressure on them heading into the week. There had to be some pressure when Lansing Christian started erasing the eight-point lead the Lions carried into the fourth quarter. There had to be pressure when the Pilgrims finally tied the ball game. There most certainly was pressure when Lamphere stepped to the free throw line with one second left, and the score tied at 46. If there was, the Lions lived through it Lamphere knocked down the two free throws, to secure the victo­ ryHe finished with 13 points. Beardslee led the Lions with 16. Lamphere was seven of nine from the free throw line on the night. Beardslee was six of eight from the stripe. The Lions are now 7-5 on the season. The opponents won’t be nearly as formidable this week, but there are three instead of two for the Lions. Maple Valley will host Webberville tonight, and Morrice on Friday in the SMAA. Stuck in between those two league contests is a non-conference battle at Hopkins on Wednesday evening. Maple Valley falls to 4-4 in the SMAA, despite Adam Lamphere’s 25 points, and a good night from Josh Bursley and Jason Beardslee down low. Bursley tossed in 16 points, and Beardslee 12 in the loss. It was the second state ranked opponent the Lions had to face last week, but the first one they lost to. The Lions knocked off the Lansing Christian Pilgrims in Lansing 48-46 Tuesday night. With that kind of sched­ ule, Lion coach Keith NOW OPEN! Maple Valley Accounting <& Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Off ice Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL's (Call for details) (Refund anticipation loan) Ask about our Special Student and Senior Rates!! •E Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net £ Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Feb. 2 Nachos, whole kernel com, bread stick, push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. 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AMERICA'S CADTCTMAKER Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Hand & Power Tools SCHOOL MENUS ' Available * 8 Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 A Strength you can rely on Armstrong Nashville (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-02-08.pdf 7d6daf6daa07398e61e8700d285caeb5 PDF Text Text II£I Re M/ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. A local paper oftoday! 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 6, February 8, 2005 The Revue returns to its beginnings in ‘Music Man’ by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Revue opened its 10th anniversary show with a reprise of its 1997 produc­ tion of Meredith Wilson’s classic musical "The Music Man" last weekend at the Vermontville Opera House. In an interview after the Saturday evening perform­ ance, producer and director Bill Reynolds, who founded The Revue in 1996, said he is amazed at how it has grown over the years. "We had over 70 people audition for this production, and they came from Lansing, Holt, Charlotte, Lake Odessa, Woodland, Hastings and all over. When we did ‘The Music Man’ the first time in ’97 we had a cast of about 30 to 40 people. That’s tremendous growth," he said. It is tremendous growth an ultrasound technician at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. "But I’ve played piano all my life and I love theater, so I read all the books I could find on theater and I had a lot offriends who had done theater, even some professional stuff." The first year Reynolds staged "The Importance of Being Earnest" and "The Foreigner," with casts com­ prised mainly of high school students. "But it wasn’t long before I had adults coming up to me and asking if they could be a part of the program, and that’s when we decided to do ‘The Music Man" the first time. Of the 60-plus cast and crew members taking part in this year’s production of "The Music Man," at least a dozen of them were in The "Kimberly Knoll was in the first Music Man as a ninth-grader and she started choreographing for us when she was still in high school. She went to college and now she owns Step N’ Time dance studio in Nashville and she does our choreogra­ phy and we hold oiir dance rehearsals in her studio," said Reynolds. We did "Forever Plaid" in ’98 and there were just four guys; three of them went on to the Kalamazoo Civic Theater and got parts in the same show and traveled the country doing shows for a while. Jerry Schneider, who The Quartet is played by Jason Huynh, Phillip Vincent, David Sincox and Stan was in ‘Forever Plaid’ now does professional theater in Graham. All the men are new to the Revue stage except Graham, who was in the Florida," he said. "It’s neat to quartet back in 1997. see how things turn out; peo­ zones to experiment and try other cast and crew mem­ things that I had forgotten, ple get the courage to go out new things, something that bers, there is a lot of small but there were also a lot of and try these things after Reynolds said he enjoys town camaraderie at the memories there." doing himself. Revue. Looking back over the they got their start here "What I shoot for is to try­ "We just had our ten-year years, and how The Revue as ing to find something differ­ reunion party this weekend. grown, Reynolds attributes ent in each production," he There was a guy at the party his success to "persistence, said. "When we did ‘Fiddler who had taped all 30 of the word of mouth and always on the Roof the barroom shows we have done over the See REVUE, page 3 scene had a ‘Stomp’ routine years. There were so many using cast iron beer steins. I’ve had people come up to me and say. they have never seen a bar room scene like that. "I always try to push a lit­ Maple Valley High School entered the 2005 competition tle. There is a lot of hidden senior Andrew Gaber of has by taking the 2003 talent in this community and been named a Commended Preliminary SAT/National the ’ surrounding areas. Student in the 2005 National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Sometimes they just need a Merit Scholarship program, Test. little push and they open up," according to Principal Todd "The young men and women named Commended said Reynolds, who said his Gonser. A Letter of Students in the 2005 favorite part of any produc­ tion is the rehearsal process, Commendation from the National Merit program have Show time is great, but I school and National Merit exhibited an outstanding aca­ Scholarship Corporation demic performance for really love the rehearsal (NMSC), which conducts the which they arc being hon­ process and making every­ commented a Bill Mason as Mayor Shinn gives his stage wife, Mrs. Shinn, played by Hoilie Auten, thing click, getting all the program, will be presented ored," spokesperson for National by Gonser to Gaber. a piece of his mind. Bill played the same part in 1997 when The Revue first did ‘The pieces of the puzzle put Scholarship About 34,000 Merit Music Man.” together and everyone help­ Commended Students Corporation. "We hope that throughout the nation are the recognition received by According to Reynolds, ing out." considering that it all started Revue’s'original 1997 pro­ Reynolds describes him­ being recognized for their these scholastically talented in the summer of 1996 with duction, including Don people who became involved Reynolds and three high Blakely, Lynn Blakely, with The Revue as adults self as "extremely anal" dur­ exceptional academic prom­ students will encourage them ise. Though they will not to take advantage of opportu­ school students, Travis Marabeth and Stan Graham, also have grown creatively. ing the rehearsal process. continue in the 2005 compe­ nities for the continued pur­ "During the eight weeks McIntyre, Liz Stanton and Pat Hansen, Kimberly Knoll, He uses Pat Hansen who tition for Merit Scholarshipo suit of excellence. The nation Andy Swartz, who wanted Bill Mason, Betsy Parish, does acts, does make-up, ofrehearsals, I shoot for per­ awards, Commended will benefit from the full an opportunity to take part in Reynolds and his daughter direction, photography and fection because it’s some­ Students placed among the development of this valuable Ellie Reynolds, Rob Rosin public relations for the the­ thing that you never really top 5 percent of more than intellectual resource." more theater productions. ater company and has been achieve. If you shoot for just one million students who Though Reynolds’ own and Ryan Rosin. "We have a lot of people with Revue since its very okay, you will come up with theater experience was limit­ ed to taking part in four pro­ like the Blakelys, who have first production as an exam­ something less than that. That’s why it’s so important ductions during high school, been in shows off and on ple. "When she first started she to pay attention to detail," he he threw himself into estab­ through the years as their lishing a summer theater pro­ schedule allows, and we was doing make-up behind said. "When people come in • Better Business Bureau warns gram for high school stu­ have people who were in the scenes and she said, ‘I to rehearse from 7 to 10 (p.m.), I want to make their about tax scams could never do what you shows in high school, went dents. "When I was in high away to college and now guys do on stage,’ but we late nights worth while. I try • Nashville plans spring cleanup school I only had the oppor­ have come back," said dragged her out there on to schedule it so everyone • Winter Homecoming week activities stage for ‘The Music Man’ rehearses an average of two tunity to participate in four Reynolds getting under way Reynolds said one of the in 1997 and she loved it," he nights a week. When they productions and I didn’t do come in they work for three • Lions spikers topped two SMAA any theater in college things he has enjoyed most said. Hansen has said Reynolds hours straight, we don’t take because I went to a commu­ throughout the years is foes in three games last week nity college and studied res­ watching members of The likes to stretch cast mem­ any breaks." Reynolds said despite his piratory therapy," said Revue stretch their creativity bers’ creativity and push perfectionism and that of them out of their comfort and grow. Reynolds who now works as Andrew Gaber named Commended Student In This Issue �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, February 8, 2005 — Page 2 Better Business Bureau warns about tax scams Tax season is here again appears that you qualify for and most consumers in the a big refund. They may Grand Rapids area are again offer to split the refund with looking for ways to cut their you. They disappear and taxes. Unfortunately, con you get the IRS audit! Pay the tax and get a artists are also aggressively selling tax loopholes that prize: They claim that you may be swindles. Here are a have won a big prize but insist you must pay them tax few: No taxes withheld from money in advance to receive your wages: Con artists it. Baloney! Real winners “instruct" you to tell your may need to make an esti­ employer not to withhold mated tax payment, but it federal income tax or goes to the IRS, not the employment taxes from prize promoters. Winners of your wages. These schemes cash, cars or a trips receive are based on a completely an IRS Form 1099 showing discredited interpretation of the prize value which must tax laws. Employers are be reported on your tax required by law to withhold return. Improper home-based employment taxes or they business. Promoters claim face criminal and civil sanc­ that individuals can deduct tions. Big refunds...for a fee: most, or all, of their person­ Scam artists approach you al expenses as business wanting to "borrow" your expenses by setting up a Social Security number or bogus home-based business. give you a phony W-2 so it But the tax code firmly Members of the Maple Valley FFA chapter who participated in District Leadership Contests in Allegan Thursday, Feb. 3. award in Public Speaking. Brandon Montgomery Some members of the received a gold award in Job Maple Valley chapter of the Interview contest. Amanda FFA competed in district Ketchum received a silver leadership contests last award in Public Speaking. Thursday at Allegan schools. Katie Eldred received a gold “Even though it was a long award in Extemporaneous Speaking. The ride for the members, they Public performed at the top of their Demonstration team of game,” said advisor Aaron Amber Hamilton, Nicole Cantrell and Char Furlong Saari. Jennifer Curtis received a received a gold award. gold award in the Creed Hillary Ruffner received a Speaking contest. The silver award in Greenhand Conduct of Extemporaneous Public Meetings team of Nathan Speaking. Hale, Emily Eldred, Amber Jennifer Curtis, the Cantrell, Britiney Greenhand Conduct of Stambaugh, Matt Hamilton Meetings team, Katie Eldred and Chris Caldwell received and Brandon Montgomery a gold award. all have earned the right to Dhanielle Tobias received advance to regional competi­ a silver award in the Job tion Thursday, Feb. 17, at the Interview contest. Norm Hopkins High School. 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Also remember to check African-Americans get a “slavery reparations” tax refund: Thousands of African- Americans have been tricked by people offering to file for tax cred­ its or refunds related to reparations for slavery. There is no such provision in the tax law. Victims may pay $100 or more for this service, but the claims are a waste of money. Promoters of reparations tax schemes have been convicted and imprisoned. And taxpayers sometimes face a $500 IRS penalty for filing such claims. Don’t fall for “too good to be true” pitches. To report suspected tax fraud Worship Service ............ 9:30 am. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM^S. 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 Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service.................................. 11 P.M. Service.................................... 7 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship....................... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE . Phone (517) 852-0580 . IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 h.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 Sunday Senrices:9:..... „ rayer ...................... 1.5. am. Morning „P .................. 11:00 am. Holy Communion For more information call 795-2370 or NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice ............ 9:45 am. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 am. Evening Worship.................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 203 N. State, Nashville 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 MOST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH Roman Catholic Latin Mass 314 Main, Middleville Sunday Mass.................. ....... 9 am. 616-795-9030 FATHER PAUL ANDRADE VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 8, 2005 — Page 3 Vermontville man CALENDAR OF EVENTS Team meeting, 7 p.m., at the VFW in charged in meth case Feb9 Judging Middleville, all are welcome. "•will n ton th * * •tnitat taiat tofe Nit fet j totetouim a| tot j, talallhb to« rami i to Bniifei®, Ik iff mi । t taraw M toff te Cib. i hr Grata! Cadst ij ca kastakiiEb! KM Kkssta' IIr mlisi er rittaii'i® Ar 51,® I CH CAfflOWy JI JIM*1 a’ A Vermontville man want­ ed in connection with offens­ es linked to use and delivery of methamphetimine was apprehended in the bathroom of a residence in his home town Tuesday. Zachariah Histed, 27, was arrested by troopers from the Michigan State Police Hastings post after charges of manufacturing and deliv­ ering methamphetimine were authorized Monday. Histed already had been arrested on meth-related charges twice last month. Troopers responded to a Vermontville address after receiving information about Histed's whereabouts. They and the South West Enforcement Team (SWET) Tuesday asked for residents’ help in locating him. They found him hiding in a locked bathroom inside the resi­ dence and he was taken into custody without incident. Histed was arraigned Wednesday in 56th District Court in Hastings. Troopers had arrested him Jan. 14 for delivery of meth and possession with intent to deliver after searching a house in Vermontville Township in Eaton County. A large quantity of the drug was located in a bathroom where Histed was found hid­ ing from police. Troopers, acting on information from SWET, previously had stopped avehicle that was seen at this suspected drug house earlier in the day. Troopers Phil McNabnay, Dale Lynema, Kevin Keto and Wayland Post K-9 Trooper Lane Booms went to the drug house, where they contacted four people inside, one of whom was Histed. Histed was arrested and lodged at the Eaton County Jail for delivery of meth and possession with intent to deliver. He was later arraigned and released on $5,000 bond. Later that evening, troopers located a clandestine meth laboratory at a different location they believe is relat- art* Feb. 14 Feb. 16 Feb. 17 Feb. 21 Feb.21 Feb. 21 Feb. 23 Feb. 28 Mar. 2 Zachariah Histed ed to Histed’s activities. The troopers, along with SWET, searched this second house located in the village of Vermontville, Eaton County, on Jan. 15. The search revealed suspected finished meth, laboratory equipment, packaging materials, scales and meth laboratory components to include a bottle of anhydrous ammonia, which was found in the kitchen freezer. Anhydrous ammonia is commonly stolen from area farmers who use it as fertilizer for their crops. Two explosive devices also were located with the suspected meth lab equip­ ment. The explosives were turned over to the MSP Bomb Squad and the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms has been contacted. While out on bond for the charges stemming from his Jah. 14 arrest, Histed was arrested and arraigned Jan. 25 on separate meth lab charges as a result of an investigation by the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department and Tri-County Metro Narcotics Team. This lab was located near the border between Eaton and Barry counties. Histed later posted a $25,000 bond and was released from jail. The Barry County Prosecutor’s office author­ ized a two-count felony war­ rant Monday, Jan. 31, for delivery of meth charges against Histed as a result of investigations conducted by SWET and the MSP Hastings Post over the past several months. Mar. 3 Mar. 8 Mar. 14 Mar. 15 Mar. 16 Mar. 19 Mar. 21 Mar. 28 Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. County Buildings Closed, President’s Day. Extension Advisory Board meeting, Pennock Hospital Community Rm. Goat Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Judging Team meeting, 7 p.m., at the VFW in Middleville, all are welcome. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Shooting Sports Leader’s meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dair,y Developmental Committee ,meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Open Judging Team Clinic will be held at Vantage Point Farm, at 6 p.m. Hunter/Jumpers.. 10 points will apply to the judging competition at fair. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Open Reining Clinic, 10 am., with Ed Schaarda at his farm. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Nashville plans spring cleanup Residents in the village of Nashville once again will be able to take up to one cubic yard of trash to the transfer­ recycle station free of charge during the month of May. During its regular meeting Thursday evening, Jan. 27, the Nashville Village Council unanimously approved the same spring cleanup plan . instituted last year. Beginning in April, residents can cdme to the village office and pick trying to find a new twist, a new way of doing some­ thing," and the support of his wife, Jenny, and their three children, Ellie, Betsy and Will. "My wife’has always been supportive. She asked me recently if I was getting tired of it yet, and my kids jumped in and said, ‘you can’t quit now! We’re just getting old enough to be a part of it,’" said Reynolds. " It used to be that kids only had four opportunities to be in theater when they are in high school. Now with youth programs starting in the fourth grade, they can be in 15 to 20 productions before they graduate and that is a great opportunity for them," he said. Bill Mason, who played Mayor Shinn in both produc- tions of "The Music Man," said he hopes Reynolds con­ tinues to lead The Revue for many years to come. "The Revue is a success because of his enthusiasm; it is his dream," said Mason. "I hope he does this for another 10, 12 or 30 years. He has got a lot of people involved; it’s good for the people, it’s good for the community and it’s good for the whole area." The Revue will present "The Music Man" again this weekend at the Vermontville Feb. 10-13 with 7 p.m. per­ formances Thursday through Saturday and a 3 p.m. mati­ nee on Sunday. The Opera House is locat­ ed at 211 S. Main St. in Vermontville. Tickets are available at the door. For more information, call (269) 367-4455. Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varsity Boys’ Basketball Maple Valley senior Jason Beardslee was one of the Lion varsity boys' basketball team's top scorers in each of its three contests last week. Beardslee led the team with 15 points in its loss Wednesday at Hopkins. He scored ten points Tuesday and eight on Friday in a pair of SMAA wins by the Lions. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton m-37, Middievnie, mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 06602757 FARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIRSTYLING nW8"!1 - n Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. MUSta" ••■■•.jl We’re so sure you’ll find our Free Online Banking and Bill Pay fast and easy to use ... » * up a voucher, ^ood for free disposal of one cubic yard of trash and debris at the trans­ fer-recycle station during May. There is a limit of one voucher per household, and residents are responsible for transporting the trash and debris to the transfer recycle station. For more information, call the village office at (517) 852-9544. REVUE, continued from page 1 » WE’RE WILLING TO PAY YOU TO GIVE IT A TRY! 1 Knights of Columbus Hall Come into any Hastings City Bank branch between February 1 and February 28 for a demonstration. You’ll be able to bill pay yourself one dollar! 1240 W. State Rd. Hastings * FRIDAY FEB. 11™ 4:30-7:00PM «*7 Hi 8 Adults $6.50 Children I0 & under $3.50- 269-945-2401 www.hastingscitybank.com Hastings City Bank Member FDIC �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday, February 8. 2005 — Page 4 History Preservation Association touts book about Barry County Jerald Lynn Ballard, Sr. HASTINGS - Mr. Jerald Lynn Ballard, Sr., age 59, of Hastings, died Monday, January 31, 2005, at Spectrum Health­ Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. Mr. Ballard was bom on June 11, 1945 at Wyandotte, the son of Clarence and Thelma (Linnabary) Ballard. Mr. Ballard is survived by his wife, Sue; sons, Jerald (Patty) Ballard II of Hastings and Chris (Kim) Ballard of Hastings; seven grandchil- dren: Mandy, Bradley, Justin, Angela, Alyssa, Ashley and Brandi; his mother, Thelma Ballard of Michigan; sisters, Joyce Lynch of Illinois, Janice (Bruce) Rooney of Iowa, Betty Gabrys of Michigan; brother, Ray Ballard of Michigan; and nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was his father. Services were held Friday, February 4, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home. Pastor William Filbem officiated. Casket bearers were Jerry Ballard, Chris Ballard, Jack Miesel, Shannon Elston, Charlie Reigler and Chuck Reigler. Burial was at Cedar Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wrenfiineral-home.com) John Cwik— NASHVILLE - Mr. John returned to the Barry County Cwik, age 86, of Nashville, area where they raised their passed away Tuesday, family. In 1979, they settled February 1, 2005 peacefully in Nashville where they remained. at Tendercare in Hastings. John was an avid out­ Mr. Cwik was born in Grand Rapids on July 6, doorsman who enjoyed fish­ 1918. He was the son of the ing, hunting, picking berries late Frank and Mary and looking for mushrooms in the springtime. He also (Bronski) Cwik. John was raised in the loved to play bingo. In his Grand Rapids area, and early years, he would go to attended area schools there, the movie shows in Grand graduating from St. Adelbert Rapids and play bingo. John was employed as a Catholic School. In 1947, he married machinist at Lake Odessa Memie “Jean” Winans at her Machine Products for several parents’ house in downtown years until he retired in 1974. Nashville. The couple moved John served, his country in back to the Grand Rapids the U.S. Army, and was a area for a few years, then member of the Grand Rapids Sally (Fisher) Granger RENO, NEVADA - Sally (Fisher) Granger passed away January 18, 2005 at St Mary’s Hospital in Reno, Nevada, at the age of 60. She was born June 15, 1944 in Hastings to the late J.C. Fisher and Florence (Shepard) Lorenz. She lived most of her life in the Vermontville, Charlotte area. She moved to Hawthorne, Nevada four years ago. She retired after 37 years of working at O.I. in Charlotte. For all who knew her, she will always be remembered for her laughter and her giving and loving heart. Surviving are sons, Marvin Granger of Vermontville, Jon Granger of Charlotte and Gene Granger of Charlotte; her mother, Florence Lorenz and brother, Mike Fisher of Hawthorne, Nevada; three grandchildren and one great American Legion. John is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Jean; his daughter, Mary (Richard Jr.) Hinckley; his sons, John and Roger Cwik; six grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Bernie and Marvin; and his sister, Ellenor. A memorial service was held at the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville on Friday, February 4, 2005. IntermenMook place at the Barryville Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. History Preservation Association members (seated, from left) Thelma Hook, Lucille Hecker, Jackie Morris, Shirley Case, (standing) Elsie Bush, terry Dennison, Bob Gaskill, Harold Frey, Bob Case, Roy Kent and Mike Hook. Missing: Daisy Lamberton and Juanita Slocum. Members of the History Preservation Association of Barry County and guests met Jan. 11 at the Putnam Library In Nashville. The meeting allowed peo­ ple to share ideas and infor­ mation and submit biogra­ phies and photos to be included in a new Barry County history book the non­ profit organization is compil­ ing to publish and release this December. Those who brought histo­ ries of their families or an individual member said they would like to see them pub­ lished in the new book­ length history about Barry grandson, that she loved and County and its past and pres­ ent residents. Some said they cherished. She was preceded in death missed the opportunity to be by her step father, Wilbur included in the last Barry Lorenz; her father, J.C. County history book pub­ Fisher; two brothers, Norvel lished in 1985, which is out Fisher and Scott Lorenz and of print. Some said they sister-in-law, Nina Faye wanted to update their genealogy and continue Fisher. Memorial services will be where they left offin the preheld Thursday, February 10 vious submitted biographies at 4 p.m. at the V.F.W. in of the last book and add one or two more generations of Charlotte. history and pictures. The History Preservation Association has collected more than 1,000 biographies of families or individuals to print their history on acidfree paper in alphabetical name order in a book, which also will include the history of businesses, clubs, organi­ zations, churches and schools of Barry County. "We will be receiving word from Turner Publishing Company on how • much longer we can accept biogra­ phy histories for the book," said Mike Hook, president of the History Preservation Association. f,They want to allow a short period of time extra for those people who want to be included in the book and still be able to have the book published by the end of the year." Biographies of up to 600 words are being accepted with as many as two pictures for a family or individual to be published for free. Anyone wanting to have longer pieces in the book, can do so for 15 cents per word. "It's amazing people are still finding out about the history book project and want to be included in it,” said Hook. “We not only have inquiries and histories being submitted from people locally, but from others liv­ ing in other states. "We know some people have shared with us about happenings and events of the past and present, but we want to include as much history as possible in the book," Hook added. "Pictures, drawings and maps are important parts of this publication, and resi­ dents are encouraged to share them." A brochure to ask current businesses, schools, church­ es, clubs and organizations to submit a history and photo is being prepared. "They will be printed on "feature pages" for a small fee which will help pay for the publishing of the history book, besides pre-sales ofthe book," said Hook. Orders are still being taken for the book at a cost of $55 each. Only the number of books ordered will be printed before its release in December. For more Information, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Barry County History Book History Preservation Association ofBarry County, PO Box 705, Hastings, MI 49058. The next public meeting about the Barry County his­ tory book will be Feb. 8 (tonight) at the Delton District Library, 330 North Grove St. (M-43). Nashville VFW Post presents their annual 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 ; (517)852-9712 । 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 07513030____________ conme, & Fami,y Owner/Manager Give a memorial that can go on forever SPAGHETTI DINNER & DANCE Saturday, Feb. 12th Dinner is being served from 5:30-7pm Complete (Salad through Dessert) Dancing starts at 9 pm Dinner $6.00 • Dancing $2.00 Live entertainment by “Stone County' For more information call 517-852-9260 after 4pm except Tuesday 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 BCF or call (269) 945-0526. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 8,2005 — Page 5 Winter Homecoming week activities getting under way The leadership classes at attempt to earn spirit points for Shoot, and Lightning. Maple Valley High School their class. Students have one last have been busy preparing a Throughout the week stu­ chance to earn points for thenfull slate of activities to dispel dents can earn points for their class during the pep assembly the winter doldrums and boost class by participating in dress- Friday afternoon when there school and class spirit during up days: Monday will be Tie­ will be a variety of games in Winter Homecoming Week dye Day; Tuesday, Duct Tape addition to the introduction of Feb. 14-18, which culminates Day (wrap pants, shirts, etc.); the varsity basketball team, the in with a school-wide pep rally Wednesday, Crazy Hair/Outfit varsity and junior varsity volon Friday afternoon. Day; Thursday, Spirit Day leyball teams, cheerleading The theme for this year’s (wear blue and white or other squads, wrestlers and home­ winter homecoming is Sports clothes that represent school coming court and more. Movies: Seniors, Dodgeball; spirit); and Friday, Class Other homecoming week juniors, Mighty Ducks; sopho­ Color Day (seniors, yellow; activities include a Powder mores, Angels in the Outfield; juniors, green; sophomores, Puffvolleyball game at 7 p.m. and freshman, Love and pink and freshman, purple). Tuesday, Feb. 15, between Basketball. Students can also earn junior and senior boys in the After school on Thursday points for their class by partic­ high school gym. Admission each class will decorate their ipating in a variety of noon is $4 per person. hall according to then- hour activities including Shot Half-time activities during assigned movie theme in a an from the Heart, Spin and the game on Friday night will be the same as in the past with only exception. The queen candidates will walk out as usual, but there will be a box where they are standing. Inside the boxes will be a car­ nation, two will be white and one will be red. The queen candidate who opens the box with the red carnation will be crowned queen. The leadership classes are also sponsoring the dance which wraps up the week. It will be held from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday. Feb. 19, in the high school cafeteria. The cost is $4 per person. Punch and light refreshments will be served. Attire is dressy casual or semiformal. Conversations With Your Local Banker... Sleeper-Petrimoulx wed Christy Marie Petrimoulx and Joshua Paul Sleeper were married May 8, 2004, in the Christian Celebration Center, Pastor Joel Stocker officiated. Parents of the bride are Mark and Kathleen Petrimoulx of Bay City. Parents of the groom are LeRoy and Barbara Sleeper of Vermontville. Matron of honor was Stacy Schultz, sister of the bride. 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Monday - Friday Lobby 9-5 Drive Thru 8:30-5 SaturdayLobby 9-Noon Drive Thru 8:30-Noon EeMder �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, February 8,2005 — Page 6 Personal finance seminars planned at 2 area churches Karen and Cliff Byington of Lake Odessa will teach radio personality Dave Ramsey’s Christian­ based 13-week course on personal finance at begin­ ning 6:30 p.m. Sunday Feb. 13 at Kilpatrick United Brethren Church on M-66 in Woodland and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday Feb. 20 at the Church of die Nazarene in Nashville. The Byingtons, who won a trip to the Bahamas last year after they accepted Ramsey’s challenge to get out of debt and save money, also will attending NEWEST CITIZEN ANNOUNCED BOY, Maxwell David Sleeper was bom at Spectrum Health on August 17, 2004, at 11:52 p.m. weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs. and 21 1/2 inches long to Kelly and Jeff Sleeper of Grand Rapids. Max is welcomed home by big sister Ava Jane age 2. Proud grandparents are Janice and Michael McGuire of East Grand Rapids and Barb and LeRoy Sleeper of Vermontville. a financial counseling off personal debt, put in training session in mid­ place a fully funded emer­ February at the Dave gency fund of three to six Ramsey headquarters in months’ savings, started Brentwood, Tenn., to retirement and college become certified ministry funds and worked on pay­ financial counselors. ing down the debt on their As certified counselors home. They wrote a 500in personal finance they word essay and sent in a will be able to help assist financial summary form at people on an individual the end of the six months. basis that is confidential They were notified a few and free of charge. weeks later that they had Ramsey’s three-hour made to top 200 finalists radio talk show is on more that was later narrowed to than 250 radio broadcasts 40 and finally 10. nationwide. He helps peo­ Finalists were ple with personal finance announced, one each day, advice on getting out of on the live broadcast for 10 debt, budgeting and build­ days. The local couple was ing wealth. He has written the 10th finalist to be several books including announced. A grand prize “Financial Peace winner was chosen to win Revisited,” “The Total $50,000 cash. Money Makeover,” “More The all-expense paid trip than Enough” and “The Money Answer Book.”. Ramsey last year launched a nationwide con­ test called the “Total The 2005 Lansing Home Money Makeover and Garden Show fills the Challenge” to get rid of MSU Pavilion with over debt and save money. The 300 exhibitors, 12 indoor Byingtons accepted and gardens, four seminar devoted six months of stages, and more. intense commitment to Brand new this year, the debt reduction and savings. Working through steps out­ Home Stage features terrif­ lined in the book, they paid ic seminars on decorating, remodeling and other top- to Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island in the Bahamas included- spend­ ing the week with Dave Ramsey and his family and the other nine finalists. Each afternoon the group participated in the Dave Popcorn, like all types of Ramsey Show broadcast­ com, is a cereal grain and ing live from the Bahamas. originates from a wild grass. Ramsey by age 26 had Its scientific name is zea accumulated a personal mays everta and it is the only real estate portfolio worth type of com to actually pop. Most of the world’s pop­ over $4 million. By age 30, corn is grown in the United he had declared personal States com belt of Iowa, bankruptcy. Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, He rebuilt his financial Michigan, Missouri, life and has gone on to Nebraska and Ohio. 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Choose Two Garden salad, baked potatoes, peaches, juice, milk. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 8,2005 — Page 7 Vermontville youth selected to join Lions All-State Band *%? ’ s* & s& &' Jfk !>S SSb ssss sss P ?* S*^» S*^»! “* 2!W •ten k k* *** ***,141 »il tetemhj «at teb,li| IB ji W. tej 5t r i^tiOLItegUp IteWlte’ |i< itWill Shiite sa teat's ttantete.L!|i Wit Htrfe hk «hfcO. piWWWk ® I lekfJiJ fetEl iI M0L “®S uK «** Stair1® wtette^' MWjJ J gid J aj0 a*j*0' , 0**'? «#<: if8(6 * F by Sandra Ponsetto Band has been selected to Staff Writer represent his state as part Nathan Hale, the son of of the Lions of Michigan Lorri Byington and Warren All-State Band, which will Hale of Vermontville, a be traveling to Hong Kong 15-year old trombone to perform at the Lions freshman player in the Club International Maple Valley High School Convention. “It’s quite and honor to Commission bcIHlJ COUI1|U be selected,” said Bill on Aging Mason, president of the Schedule z Vermontville Lions, who of Events noted that more than 100 students from across Commission of Aging Cold Meal Michigan attended the Wednesday, Feb. 9 two-day audition which Peanut butter and honey, was held at Haslett High English muffin, marinated School in mid January. vegetables, mandarin Byington said Mason oranges. was instrumental in getting Thursday, Feb. 10 Chicken salad, potato her son signed up for the all-state band audition. salad, fruited jello, muffin. “I’m sort of like an Friday, Feb. 11 Egg salad, three bean salad, adopted daughter of the Masons because I was best pears, whole wheat crackers. friends with their daughter Monday, Feb. 14 Cheese cubes, pea and (Tami). They just sort of peanut salad, applesauce, adopted me and my family whole wheat crackers. and Bill just kept pushing Tuesday, Feb. 15 for Nathan to try out for Italian pasta salad, marinat­ the band,” she said. ed carrots, tropical fruit. Hale said that in addition to Mason, his mother, Hearty Meals Site and father and even high HDM Noon Meal band school director Wednesday, Feb. 9 Macaroni and cheese, Dennis Vanderhoef kept braised cabbage, diced beets, after him to try out for the applesauce. all-state band. Thursday, Feb. 10 When Hale was asked Turkey tetrazzini, peas, why he ultimately sucstewed tomatoes, ambrosia. cumbed to the parental Friday, Feb. 11 pressure, he replied, “the Salmon loaf w/fruit sauce, trip of course.” asparagus, mixed vegetables, As exciting as the trip wheat bread. may have sounded, Hale Monday, Feb. 14 Pepper steak w/sauce, rice, cauliflower, com, sweet treat. Tuesday, Feb. 15 Breakfast casserole, coun­ try potatoes, fruit compote, orange juice. Events Wednesday, Feb. 9 People of all ages are Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 invited to bring their own a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 sleds and join the fun p.m.; nails. Woodland, when the Maple Valley Puzzle/Trivia; Otis Lightening Bolts 4-H Club Hermenett 11:30 a.m. is host for a community Thursday, Feb. 10 sledding party from 10 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:3011:30 a.m.; Cancer Support 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, p.m. Nashville, TV Time. Feb. 12, at Putnam Park in Nashville. Delton Puzzle/Trivia. The warming house will Friday, Feb. 11 - Hastings, bingo. Nashville, Granny’s be open so people can dis­ Kids. Woodland, Visiting. pel the chill and sit by the Monday, Feb. 14 fireplace and enjoy free Hastings, card making 12:30- refreshments provided by 2:30 p.m., Valentine Party. the Lightening Bolts and Tuesday, Feb. 15 the Nashville United Hastings - Beginning Line Methodist Church. Dance 1-2:30 p.m., Board For more information, Games 10-11:30 a.m.; Line call Bonnie White (517) Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; 852-9189. Alzheimer Support 1 p.m. Community sledding party set for Feb. 12 going,” said Vanderhoef. “It’s a big honor and it’s something they have to earn. We used to have a lot of kids from Maple Valley go but we’ve got away from it in recent years. I’m hoping that more kids will get involved starting next year when the price goes down because the conven­ tion will be held state-side for the next couple ofyears in places like St. Louis and New Orleans.” Of course, a trip over­ seas costs a lot of money and Hale and his family are hoping for community sup­ port to help them defray some of the $3,500 cost of the trip. The high school band is collecting pop cans to help Hale and Byington is run­ ning a fund-raising candle sale through Feb. 15 and is planning to set up canisters in businesses in Nashville and Vermontville and pos­ sibly run a few other fund­ raisers, to help her son raise the money for the trip. “I’m looking into run­ ning a raffle for a night’s stay in a Lansing Hotel and dinner for two in a Lansing restaurant. I’d like to run that during the syrup festi­ val,” said Byington. Anyone who would like more information or would like to help Hale and his family with their fund raising efforts can call (517) 726-1050. hughes m»E & fur go. ft % M 105 Main St-Nashville • NOTICE • assortment ofitems specializing in: F Vermontville Maple t2 2e ’Black Belli Dog Food ’ Trapping Supplies ’ Tanned Hides & Furs’Assorted Wildlife Mounts * Fishing Supplies * Briar-proof Radicle lags Outerwear * Gloves—lined, unlined, Thinsulate, etc. ’Hunting Clothes .plus, much, much more! 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Hale said that during the two-day audition they were split into sections, and worked on sight reading before playing with the full band at the end of the twoday session. To prepare for their trip to Hong Kong and the Lions Club’s International Convention where the allstate band from Michigan traditionally plays during the flag-raising ceremony, band will members rehearse together April 9 and 10 and once again in May. The Lions of Michigan All-State Band will do a “pre-tour” of the state June 22-24 before leaving for Hong Kong on June 25. The band will be in Hong Kong five days and nights. Besides the flag-raising ceremony the band will participate in a concert and parade associated with the convention and visit Ocean Park. Before returning to Michigan July 4, the band will stop in Hawaii, where they will visit the Polynesian Cultural Center, Pearl Harbor, the Arizona and Missouri and perform in a concert at the Shriner’s Hospital. “I’m really glad he’s $2.39», No Additives, No Preservatives Amish Turkeys $ Northern King Shrimp Peeled & Deveined $8.99 2# Pack IiVn % OFF AU Amish Cheese In Stock, Sliced to Order 10% JLV OFF All Family Packs of Meat (10 Lbs. or More) Orderedfrom Butcher Shop �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, February 8,2005 — Page 8 Lions spikers topped two SMAA foes in three games last week Lion senior Kyndra Root digs a ball in front of team­ mate Sammy Cowell in Wednesday night’s SMAA win for Maple Valley. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Lions took on the second place team in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association on Monday night, Dansville, after improving their league record to 5-0 last week. The Lions topped Bellevue last Wednesday 25-10, 26-24, 25-19, then defeated Webberville 25­ 13, 25-19, 25-14 on Thursday to keep their record perfect in the league. Maple Valley will fin­ ish the conference season next Wednesday at home against Lansing Christian. In their win last Wednesday over the Broncos from Bellevue, Amy Joostbems led the Lions with 19 kills. Sammy Cowell had a solid day with seven digs, 12 service points, and six aces. Allison Oleson also had I III III IITT inTT I I I IT I I'I I I 111IIIITT 10th Anniversary ofThe Revue 2005 v*oH‘s ■ i HE® I l MAN THE MUSIC MAH FEBRUARY 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 at 7 p.m. FEBRUARY 6, 12, 13 at 3 p.m. VERMONTVILLE OPERA HOUSE • 211 S. 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The Lions won two and lost two on Saturday at the Springport Invitational. Maple Valley topped East Jackson 21-5, 21-18, and Potterville 21-8, 21-17 for its two wins. Columbia Central topped the Lions 21-10, 21-12, and Clinton beat Maple Valley 21-10, 21­ 19. The 2-2 record in pool play ended the Lions’ day. Joostbems had 16 kills and seven blocks on the day. Amy Abbott had nine aces, while Oleson led the tam in service points with 14. Hamilton had 35 assists, and Root had 27 digs. Kortney Ewing added 14 kills and three blocks for Valley. The Lions will be at the Dansville Invitational this Saturday, before ending the regular season next week with the contest against the Pilgrims and the conference tourna­ ment. Lion sophomore Amy Joostberns leaps to set the ball in Wednesday’s three-game victory over the Broncos from Bellevue at home. 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Call Rick. 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, con­ ventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-89) Maple Valley’s Amy Abbott reaches up high to go for a kill in Wednesday night’s league victory over Bellevue. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Can’t ‘Decide “J-how To Show Your Sweetheart Q-Cow ‘Much You Care? STYLES-R-US ...has the perfect solution! Stop in and pick up a Gift Certificate for Tanning or Hair Care! We have 3 beds and a hex with all NEW HOT BULBS for all your tanning needs. Ask us about our great package deals! 226 N. Main Street, Nashville • 517-852-1757 �The Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, February y 8,2005 , — Page g 9 Lion eagers added two SMAA victories last week by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The Maple Valley Lions sandwiched two big wins where everyone was able to get into the ball game around a little bit of a let down last week. Valley knocked off Morrice, 74-29 Friday night, to improve its Southern Michigan Athletic Association record to 6-4. The Lions raced out to a 28-5 advantage in the first quarter, and never looked back. The lead was up to 47­ 12 at the half. Of the Lions’ top four scorers, three did it off the bench as everyone got involved in the game. Brent Cummings poured in 11 points, Levi Andler nine, and Mark Andler eight points. Jason Beardslee scored eight in his starting role. basketball around. Adam Lamphere led the team with seven assists, Adam Gonser had six, and Dustin Mead five. Maple Valley had a fairly decent start at Hopkins on Wednesday too, but it didn’t last. The Vikings topped the lions 61-56 in a non-conference contest. The Lions raced out to an 18-16 lead, but then were outscored by ten points in the second quarter. It was the first win of the season for Hopkins, and Lion coach Keith Jones thought that might have had something to do with his team’s struggles. His team taking the Vikings too light­ ly“They didn’t look like they were winless, like they were o and 12. They were very patient with their break down.” Hopkins carried a 50-37 lead into the fourth quarter, but the Lions’ chipped away in the final period. The Lions pulled to within three points late in the ball game, but could never get a game tying shot to fall. Beardslee led Maple Valley with 15 points. Lamphere added nine points and four assists. Josh Bursley scored eight, and Dustin Mead added seven with nine assists and five steals. “I think they just couldn’t focus for two games in a row,” said Jones. “It should­ n’t be that they didn’t have the legs, because nobody played too many minutes in that game Tuesday.” The Lions opened their three-game week with a 78­ 51 victory over Webberville at home Tuesday night. in the first quarter, but their teammates involved as Against the overmatched Valley upped its lead to 35­ well. Mead recorded nine Spartans Tuesday night, the 21 by half-time. assists and Lamphere eight Lions worked on their zone Mead finished the night to go along with his six defense a bit. Jones got with 12 points, Lamphere 11, steals. As a team, the Lions everyone into the game. He and Jason Beardslee added recorded 28 assists, and only was even a little disappoint­ ten. Gonser led the Lions turned the ball over 14 times. ed when the official score­ with his 18 points off the That’s a good ratio for a keeper told him after the bench. Gonser was four of point guard, let alone an game that “number 50” was six from behind the three- entire team. the only guy off his bench point line in the game. The Lions dominated that didn’t score a basket. Mead and Lamphere con­ See BASKETBALL, page 11 “Well, that’s too bad,” he tinued their habit of getting told her. “If I’d have know it, I would have had him in there. But he is one of the kids in my doghouse right now.” Jones didn’t hold Andrew Root, “number 50”, out of the contest though, as every­ one on the Lion team con­ tributed to the victory. The Lions poured it on early, and even the reserves didn’t allow the Spartans back in the game. Maple Valley likes to run, likes to drive to the basket, and likes to shoot three’s. Webberville couldn’t stop all those options, but the Spartans didn’t have to leave Lamphere and Mead all alone outside the three-point line in the opening minutes of the contest. Mead and Lamphere buried wide open three-pointers, then Lamphere added two more points off a steal, to start the game for the Lions on an 8-0 The Lions’ Brent Cummings, right, forces a shot up in run. That was that. The the lane between a pair of Spartan defenders in Spartans cut the lead to five Tuesday night’s SMAA win home. 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BASKETBALL, continued from page 9 every phase of the game, controlling the tempo with their press, and also moving the ball around the perimeter as well as in and out of the post when they were forced into a half-court set by the Spartans. Maple Valley finished the night with 50 total rebounds. Bursley led the team with nine, Beardslee had six, and Malek pulled down five. Kenny Wakeman and Ricky Wells each scored 11 points for Webberville. The Lions are now 9-6 overall. They will face Leslie at home tonight, then travel to Bellevue on Friday. Thank You The family of Jackie (Gardner) Vermetti would like to thank Daniels Funeral Home and the community for their out­ pouring of love and comfort to our family. A special thanks to Tom Woudstra for a wonderful service, and Susie Butler and all the ladies of the Grace Community Church. We thank everyone who gave donations to Jacob's Memorial Fund, and for all the beautiful flowers, cards, and kind words spoken. Thanks to all those special family and friends who provided food and comfort. Your thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Joe, Jacob, Joey & Jason Vermetti Terry & Joyce Gardner Lynn, Lori, Jonathan, Jenna, Jordan & Jonah Denton J 06571010 Joe Desrochers, right, and the rest of the Maple Valley Lions will host the Southern Michigan Athletic Association varsity wrestling tournament this Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. (File photo) The Lions followed that up last year by winning their first district title in 15 years. Maple Valley now knows who their district foes will be when they head to the Division III tournament at Delton Kellogg High School next Wednesday. Maple Valley will face Pennfield in the opening round. Delton Kellogg takes on Comstock in the other first round match. The two winners will meet in the finals. LEGAL NOTICE AS A DEBT COLLECTOR, WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTIFY US AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default having been made in the terms and conditions of a certain mort­ gage made by Gregory D. Duits and Tricia D. Duits, husband and wife, Mortgagors, to TMS Mortgage Inc., dba The Money Store, Mortgagee, dated the 18th day of May, 1999 and recorded in the office of the Register of Deeds, for The County of Barry and State of Michigan, on the 21st day of May, 1999 in Instrument No. 1029888 of Barry County Records, said Mortgage having been assigned to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association, as Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated as of Febuary 28,2001 Series 2001-A on which mortgage there is claimed to be due, at the date of this notice, the sum of Sixty Five Thousand Three Hundred Three & 12/100 ($65,303.12), and no suit or pro­ ceeding at law or in equity having been instituted to recover the debt secured by said mortgage or any part thereof. Now, there­ fore, by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, and pursuant to statute of the State of Michigan in such case made and provided, notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of February, 2005 at 1:00 o'clock p.m. Local Time, said mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale at public auction, to the highest bid­ der, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, (that being the building where the Circuit Court for the County of Barry is held), of the premises described in said mortgage, or so much thereof as may be neces­ sary to pay the amount due, as aforesaid on said mortgage, with interest thereon at 7.25% per annum and all legal costs, charges, and expenses, includ­ ing the attorney fees allowed by law, and also any sum or sums which may be paid by the under­ signed, necessary to protect its interest in the premises. Which said premises are described as follows: All that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Woodland, County of Barry, State of Michigan, and described as follows, to wit: SCHEDULE “A” All that parcel of land in Village of Woodland, Barry County, State of Michigan, as more fully described in Deed Liber 625, Page 407-412, ID# 08-015-110-059-00, being known and designated as Lot 1 of Samuel W. Cree Addition to the Village of Woodland, according to the recorded Plat thereof, as recorded in Liber 2 of Plats on Page 11. By Fee Simple Deed from Verdan Hesterly and June H. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 407 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Gene Blair and Doris Blair, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 408 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Virginia M. Tousley as set forth in Liber 625 Page 412 dated 02/01/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Herbert Hesterly and Jane C. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 411 dated 01/30/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Ronald Hesterly and Mary L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 410 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. By Fee Simple Deed from Byron Hesterly and Betty L. Hesterly, husband and wife as set forth in Liber 625 Page 409 dated 01/23/1995 and recorded 02/22/1995, Barry County Records, State of Michigan. During the six (6) months imme­ diately following the sale, the property may be redeemed, except that in the event that the property is determined to be abandoned pursuant to MCLA 600.3241a, the property may be redeemed during 30 days imme­ diately following the sale. Dated: 1/18/05 Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, Mortgagee FAB­ RIZIO & BROOK, P.C. Jonathan L. Engman (P56364) Attorney for Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, 888 W. Big Beaver, Suite 1470 Troy, Ml 48084 248-362-2600 ASAP627611 1/18,1/25, 2/1, 2/8 06601733 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, February 8,2005 — Page 12 Feighner Boat Lifts & Docks joins GR, Detroit boat shows An example of one of Feighner’s larger docks. One of the many boat lifts manufactured by Feighner Boat Lifts and Docks. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Feighner Company Inc. of Nashville, better known as Feighner Boat Lifts & Docks, will have exhibits at both the Grand Rapids Boat Show at DeVos Place Feb. 9­ 13 and the Detroit Boat Show at Cobo Hall Feb. 12 20. “We do a lot of boat shows,” said owner Scott Feighner, who said his com­ pany has been exhibiting at the Grand Rapids Boat Show since the early 1990s. “We do every major show in Michigan and we do a lot on the east coast up in Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York State. We just COBS 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 06571022 finished the Atlanta Boat Show.” Feighner Lifts & Docks has been manufacturing and selling a variety of boat lifts and docks at a small facility on M-79 nestled atop the rolling hills between Hastings and Nashville since 1988. “You don’t have to be on the water to be successful in the boating industry,” said Feighner. “In addition to the boat shows, we have a distri­ bution network that sells our products.” Feighner that when Feighner Company Inc. was founded in the late 1970s, he never imagined that he would one day be selling boat lifts and docks. “We started out in farm­ ing, then it evolved into a retail feed store, with farm­ ing supplies, pet and animal feed, then it evolved into more pet food, which we still sell, then we specialized in wheat and hay. We used to There's never been a better TIME to get have several semis on the road hauling hay, before the company evolved into what it is today,” he said. “Its amazing how many people will come up to us at boat shows and say they remem­ ber us hauling wheat and hay.” Feighner said when he started out in the business, he never imagined it would turn from farming to boating. “We started making parts for other companies’ docks and lifts and then it just evolved into our own brand of docks and lifts,” he said. “I listen to a lot of people who tell me about their busi­ ness plan, but you just never know where your business is going to take you.. You’ve got to go where opportunity presents itself when you are in business.” Feighner said that while his company does custom work, it fabricates a variety of docks and lifts based on the three basic styles. “We make floating docks, rolling docks, and stationary docks, then there are a vari­ ety of models within those types,” he said. “A lot of docks used to be made out of steel and wood but steel rusts and wood degrades over time. Aluminum docks with vinyl or plastic decking have become very popular because they are durable and are almost maintenance free.” Feighner said his compa­ ny currently employs eight full-time employees and a couple of part-time drivers. However, he noted that he is planning to expand his com­ pany in the near future. “We’re looking at build­ ing a new fabricating facility with offices and a showroom across the road from where we are now,” said Feighner. “We’re tentatively hoping that we will get approval and be able to start building in the spring.” For more information about Feighner Boat Lifts & Docks, visit their booth at the Grand Rapids Boat Show this week, or their website www.feighner.com or call (517) 852-0961 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings during April, May and June. The company is located at 6620 East M-79 Highway in Nashville. Dog license deadline is Feb. 28 Eaton County residents who own dogs are advised to obtain a 2005 dog license if they have not already done so from the Eaton County Animal Control Department. The deadline for obtaining such a a license without a late penalty charge is Monday, Feb. 28. The cost of a dog license after March 1 will be $30. Animal control officers will be canvassing the coun­ ty in order to determine who has not complied with the licensing requirement of their dog(s). If a person can­ not show proof of current license, they will be issued a “Failure to Show Dog License” citation. Once the requirements of the citation have been complied with, the citation will be dismissed. However, if the person fails to comply, the citation will be forwarded to District Court where a fine of at least $75 and up to $500 could be assessed. Dog owners will be given a reasonable opportunity in which to comply before the citation is forwarded to District Court. Dog licenses may be obtained at the Eaton County Animal Control Department, located at 756 Court House Drive in Charlotte. A valid rabies vaccination certificate must be presented at time of purchase. For more information, call the Eaton County Animal Control office Monday through Friday during nor­ mal business hours at (517) 482-8306 or (517) 543-5755. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 7, February 15, 2005 Lions win first league title in fifteen years Ben Boss rolls Leslie’s Zeb Comstock onto his back for some near fall points dur­ ing the 145-pound championship finals at Saturday’s Southern Michigan Athletic Association tournament hosted by the Lions. (Photo by Perry Hardin) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley wrestling coach Chris Ricketts is taking it easy. Coaches like Tony and Trevor Wawiemia are doing much of the hard coaching work. “They’re the ones that know what they’re doing,” he said. “I still get a little excit­ ed every once in a while.” The Lion wrestlers even set their own goals for the season. “They set their goals, and they reached their goals,” said Ricketts. “Their goal was to do well in the dual meets, and they did that. They wanted to make a statement at the league meet, and they did that too.” After sweeping through the Southern Michigan Athletic Association dual meet season with a 6-0 record, the Lions finished off their championship run by running away with the league meet at MVHS on Saturday. The Lions topped sec­ ond place Olivet by 72.5 points. It is the first league championship for the Lion Maple Valley’s Ron Smith, with his chin strap over his mouth and his hair over his eyes, closes in on a pin in the 103-pound championship match against Olivet’s Josh Moss. (Photo by Perry Hardin) wrestlers since 1989, 15 years. It is the second straight SMAA tournament cham­ pionship for the Lions. Last year’s team went on to win the program’s first district title in 15 years. “Some kids have come through for us all year when we’ve asked them to help us out,” said Ricketts. “They were all going for a place, and that’s the bot­ tom line.” Every Maple Valley wrestler who competed Saturday finished in the top four in their weight class, some a little higher than expected and some a little lower. The Lions had five champions, Ben Boss (145), Chris Morris (171), Keith Lacksheide (189), Ron Smith (103), and Jamie Corwin (125). A handful of other Lions finished in second place, Raven Scurlock (112), Tyler Greenfield (119), Justin Cook (130), Kevin Fassett (135), and Joe Desrochers (152). See WRESTL/NG, page 8 Dhanielle Tobias crowned 2005 Maple Syrup Queen by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Family and friends filled the sanctuary of the Vermontville’s Congregational Church last week to support the five young ladies vying to be crowned the 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen. and $100 prize. In the end, Dhanielle “I’m very surprised and Tobias, the daughter of excited,” said Tobias of Tim and Pam Tobias of being named this year’s Woodland, earned the title queen of the Syrup Festival. “I can’t wait to go to the festival and have fun with these girls,” she said of Pamela Cook, Nicolette Dunn, Amanda Kirchhoff and Samantha Maloney, who were named mem­ bers of her court and awarded $50 in prize money. “It’s going to be fun working on the float and everything. There will be a lot of memories.” Tobias already has memories of helping her grandfather, Wes Erwin, a local syrup producer, check sap buckets in the woods. “He taught me how to collect syrup and where to put the spigots that go into the trees,” wrote Tobias in her winning essay. Tobias wrote that she continued to learn about maple syrup production by visiting the Pennocks’ syrup shanty on a Girl Scout trip. “This year I plan to help Mr. Pennock collect sap and produce it. I’m sure See QUEEN, page 6 In This Issue • Nashville area EMS board to wait to choose coordinator, assistant • Three vie for 2 seats on Board of Education • Be cautious with space heaters • Lions reverse their fortunes against This year’s syrup festival royalty (front row, from left) court members Pamela Cook, Nicolette Dunn, Samantha Maloney, Amanda Kirchhoff and Queen Dhanielle Tobias are flanked by last year’s royalty (back row, from left) court members Katie Eldred, Jessica Lawless, Samantha Cowell and former queen Andrea Szymanski. two conference foes �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, February 15, 2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA Always Think Positively 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK HOMETOWN! 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! 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SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 15, 2005 — Page 3 Nashville area EMS board to wait to choose coordinator, assistant by Sandra Ponsetto Coll, Justin Cooley and Angela Seaton last week The Castleton-Maple were on a committee formed Grove-Nashville Emergency to interview candidates. Medical Service Board has “I don’t think we’re ready voted unanimously to table at this time to make an appointing an EMS coordi­ appointment,” said Cooley. nator and assistant coordina­ “I think things ought to be tor until there is further dis­ discussed and reviewed cussion among members of before (we make appoint­ the appointment committee. ments),” said Coll. EMS Board Secretary and The board extended Treasurer Loma Wilson said Reid’s appointment as inter­ three people who were, nom­ im coordinator until April 1, inated as candidates for the which allows the board to posts declined to be inter­ table an official appointment viewed, a fourth went until next month’s regular through the interview meeting of the board, which process, but later withdrew is scheduled for 7 p.m. her name for consideration, Monday, March 7, at the and a fifth failed to show up EMS station in downtown for her interview. This left Nashville. interim coordinator Ardie “We need to do this so we Reid and past assistant coor­ can get through until the dinator Jeff Miller, whose committee feels comfortable appointment expired Dec. in making a recommenda­ 31, as the only remaining tion,” said Wilson. candidates. “Do you have any idea Board members Mary what direction you are going?” asked Miller, who was in the audience at last week’s meeting. “I know that in the interim we have lost one more crew member because of what has been going on. Dina (Corwin, an EMT) and I have are facing a month where we’ve not been put on the schedule.” Corwin, who also was in the audience, said she made a choice not to put in for hours until some of the per­ sonal conflicts at the station have been resolved. Miller stated that while he volunteered for several shifts during he last two months, he was only assigned one each month. “For two months I turned in a schedule, that included my participation on day shifts Monday through Thursday and instead it was elected to put pool people on instead of myself. So, I was pretty much told that I was­ n’t going to be scheduled,” he said. “For two, 30-day periods I put in for over 16 day shifts, each month I got scheduled for one of them. I turned in the same schedule two months in a row, the same days of availability. Staff Writer Three vie for 2 seats on Board of Education and for the third I wasn't put not here,” said Crothers. “It on. So. I guess, you’re elect­ just seems that it would be ing to pay pool people rather defeating the purpose. I than volunteers.” mean, we’re trying to keep Board chairman Rod the budget as low as possible Crothers asked Denise and you’re available...” Scramlin, the EMS office “But if there’s personal con­ manager, to give a report on flict that could be an issue on behalf of the vacationing why you are not scheduled,” Reid, who prepared the EMS said Corwin. schedule. She replied that Miller stated once again Reid was responsible for all that he had put in for 32 day ofthe scheduling. shifts over a two-month peri­ “He sits down; he puts the od and was scheduled for volunteers in then he tries to only one each month. put in the pool people from “And you saw where he there,” said Scramlin, who put pool people in?” asked added that Reid worked with Crothers. schedule requests that had “Absolutely,” replied been turned in a timely man­ Miller. ner. Wilson asked Scramlin if Miller stated that in she had the schedules in December and January, he question available. Scramlin met both of the deadlines for replied that she did. turning in his schedule “I guess I would like to request. have that information so I “Ardie is not here tonight. could see for myself,” said I wouldn’t think that he Wilson. would put pool people in Crothers said he felt the when we had volunteers,” board needed to give Reid a said Crothers. chance to respond to the situ­ Miller said that the board ation. was free to check the sched­ Corwin said they did not ule requests he had submit­ need to look at her schedule ted. because she chose to work “That’s OK, we’ll take minimal hours until the per­ your word for it, but Ardie is sonal conflicts within the service had been resolved. “Is it the board or the crew?” asked Wilson. “More of the crew, our leaders to be specific. But, I would like to see in the Revue sets auditions for ‘Annie, Jr.’ musical Allison Avery by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer When voters go the polls May 3 for the annual school board election, they will have to choice ofthree candi­ dates for two, four-year seats on the Maple Valley Board of Education. Newcomer Barbara Byington has thrown her hat in the ring along with incum­ bents Allison Avery and Wayne Curtis. Byington is a lifelong resi­ dent of Maple Valley and a graduate of Maple Valley High School, as are her hus­ band and children. Byington has also served as a school bus driver for the district for more than 10 years. Candidates had until Feb. 8 to file a petition with' the district’s administration office with six signatures or more, 10% ofthe voters from the last school election, or pay a $100 filing fee. In compliance with changes in Michigan’s con- The Revue will have auditions for the children's musical show, “Annie, Jr.” at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb 28 ,at the Vermontville Opera House at 211 S. Main. Children in fourth Barbara Byington through eighth grades are invited to try out. Rehearsals will be on Monday and Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30, and Tuesday, 3:30 to 5:30. Show dates May 6-8 and 13-15. Producer is Bill Reynolds along with Director Hollie Auten, Musical Director Amanda Wells, and Assistant Director Pat Hansen. For further information or questions, call (517) 726-0959. Barry County Right to Life meets tonight The Barry County Right to Life monthly meeting will be held at 7 p.m. tonight (Tuesday, Feb. 15) at Roush's Sidewalk Cafe at 119 S. Main in Nashville. Look for the checkered flags. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Wayne Curtis beginning of the year, the school election will be held in May rather than June. 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HASTINGS 4 solidated election laws, which took effect at the future that the board be a lit­ tle more open to change,” responded Corwin. Later, during the open dis­ cussion portion of the meet­ ing, Wilson reported both Reid and Miller had said dur­ ing their interviews they saw the service moving toward being manned by paid per­ sonnel 24 hours a day, seven days a week, within the next five years. “I think that, given the call volume, that is probably where we are headed. But I feel like a lot of other people that we do need to get every­ body back together and we can start to make some inroads and get some of these problems resolved,” said Wilson. In other business, the board approved extending Scramlin’s appointment as temporary office manager until the April board meet­ ing. Last month, the board agreed to Corwin’s request to post the position internal­ ly. The job was posted for 14 days and only Scramlin sub­ mitted an application. The board also approved hiring Shane Odean and Sarah Harton as pool emer­ gency medical technicians at $7 per hour and Gillian Jacques as a pool paramedic at $9 per hour. 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 | www.hastings4.com BETTY 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday. February IS, 2005 — Page 4 Barbara L Jenkins Phillip Eugene Childs BROADWAY - A funeral service for Phillip Eugene Childs, age 59. of Elm Street, Broadway, was held Monday. February 14, 2005 at Victory Baptist Church in Harrisburg, by Pastor J. Bruce Murray. Burial was in the Linville Creek Cemetery in Broadway. Mr. Childs died February 9, 2005 in Aiken, South Carolina as a result of an accident at his jobsite. He was born December 21, 1945 in Michigan, and was a son of the late Kenneth and Marjorie Granger Childs. Betty He graduated from Maple Valley High School in Vermontville, and was a member of Victory Baptist Church. He was a contractor and a stockholder of Speciality Industries, Inc. On June 11, 1965 he mar­ ried the former Jama Joan Boyer, who died October 5, 1993. On February 14, 1998 he married the former Sheri Lee Dunsmore, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, Shannon Childs of Handover, PA, Kevin Childs of Hagerstown, MD; two daughters, Rebecca “Becky” Sullivan ofElkton, Kathryn “Katie” Fidler of Broadway; two sisters, Lynette Childs of Fort Myers Beach, FL, Ruth Ann Collier ofVermontville; one brother, David Childs of Georgetown, KY; four grandchildren; three step grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunfield United Brethren Church Missions, 8436 West Grand Ledge Highway, Sunfield, MI 48890. E. Courtney MIDDLEVILLE - Betty E. Courtney, age 81, of W M-179 Highway, Middleville, died Tuesday, February 8, 2005 at her resi­ dence. Mrs. Courtney was bom on March 11, 1923 in Detroit, the daughter of Glenn and Artie (Shull) Dennis. She was raised in the Detroit and Nashville areas and attended Nashville schools, graduating from Nashville High School. She was married to Merlyn L. Courtney on December 17, 1941. She had lived in the Yankee Springs area for many years. Betty’s employment included Middleville Engineering, did waitressing, manager pf the former Pleasant Point Restaurant in Hastings, waitress at the for­ mer Auto-Tag Inn in Hastings and worked for the former Barn Market in Hastings. She was a member of Delton V.F.W. #422 Auxiliary, Alto American Legion Post, enjoyed flower gardening, garage sales, cro­ cheting, avid reader, deer hunting, wild-life enthusiast and solitude in nature. Mrs. Courtney is survived by her daughter, Sherlyn Courtney of Hastings; son, Jerry (Linda) Courtney of Middleville; five grandchil­ dren; 13 great grandchildren; six step-great grandchildren; one step-great great grand­ daughter; brothers, Hubert (Marguerite) Dennis of Vermontville and Gaylord (Kay) Dennis of Williamston; nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were parents; Husband Merlyn on January 31, 1986. Services were held Saturday, February 12, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Gale Kragt officiat­ ing. Burial was at Yankee Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions HASTINGS Mrs. Hanlon, Jr., Steven Ruthraff, Barbara J. Jenkins, age 71, of James Burton, special likeCharles, Hastings, died Monday, grandchildren February 7, 2005 at Jimmy and Alicia Leonard Spectrum Health- and many others who consid­ ered Barb either “Mom” or Butterworth Campus. Mrs. Jenkins was bom on “Grandma”. She is also survived by June 18, 1933 at Detroit, the daughter of Stanley and Eva great-grandchildren, Alex, Dakotah and Hailee-Jo (Schmidt) Rivett She was raised in the Campbell, Clarissa Easey Woodland area and attended and Hope Taggart, Jessy school there, graduating in Deppe, Christopher Hoaglin, 1952 from Woodland High Jr. and Ashton Force; sisters, Arlene (Lester) Forman of Thursday, February 10, 2005 School. She was married to Woodland, Roberta “Bobbi” at Wren Funeral Home. Raymond J. Jenkins on McLeod of Woodland; Associate Minister Carla M. brother-in-law, Walter Smith officiated. January 12, 1957. Honorary casket bearers: Barbara’s employment Jemison of Woodland; and included tending bar at the nieces and nephews, Doug were Doug Rivett, Kirk former Hastings Hotel until and Mary Rivett family, Kirk Forman, Scott Forman, Jemison, Paul it closed in 1990 and at the and Cindy Forman family, Patrick Kmart store in Hastings until Scott and Melissa Forman McLeod, Jr. and Jason family, Michelle Forman and McLeod. her retirement. Burial was at Yankee Craig Martzke, She enjoyed crocheting fiance baby layettes for her grand­ Patrick and Amy Jemison Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions children and great-grandchil­ family, Paul McLeod, Jr. dren, as well as blankets family, Jason and Teresa may be made to Woodland from leftover yam. She McLeod family, Stacey and Memorial Ball Park, Meijer enjoyed spending time with David Gonzales family; and Heart Center - Grand Rapids, her grandchildren and great­ great-nephews, Jamie and American Heart Association or charity of one’s choice. Jordan Rivett. grandchildren. A special “thank you” to Preceding her in death Mrs. Jenkins is survived her by daughters, Sherry were her parents; son, James the doctors and nurses at (Timothy) Hanlon of Jenkins; husband, Ray, on Meijer Heart Center for the Hastings, Lori Snider of January 13, 1981; brother, wonderful care and support Hastings; grandchildren, Ronald “Jake” Rivett; to the family. Arrangements were by Andrea and Scott Campbell, nephews, Louis and Jeffrey Funeral Home of Raechelle Easey, Brandy and Rivett; and sister, Marlene Wren Hastings (www.wren-funerJustin Deppe, Tiffiny and Jemison. Chris Hoaglin, Timothy Services were held al-home.com). Thelma may be made to Barry Community Hospice or Barry County Commission on Aging. Casket bearers were Connie Wellman, Martin Olsen, Terrill Calkins, Courtney Olsen, and Lori Poland. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-funeral-home.com). E. Laurie VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Thelma E. Laurie, age 90, of Vermontville, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2005 peacefully at her home in Vermontville. Thelma was bom in Hudson on December 12, 1914. She was the daughter of the late Roy and Vica K. (Knisley) Sines. She was raised in the Hudson area and attended area schools there. In 1930, she married Abraham Laurie, in Adrian. The couple moved to the Bellevue area in 1946 to establish their family farm and raise their family. Together the couple enjoyed travelling and spending time together. Thelma and Abraham were married 38 years when Abraham passed away in 1978. Thelma enjoyed quilting, shopping and travelling to the Mackinac Bridge with her family. One ofThelma’s legacies is having three generations'of festival “queens”: her daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter. Her greatest legacy, howev­ er, is her devoted love for her family. She is survived by her daughters, Barbara Mix, Patricia Degner, Sandra (Duane) McDonald, Sue (Brace) Hunt; and son, Marvin (Judy) Laurie. She is also survived by 10 grand- children, 18 great-grandchil­ dren, four great-great-grand­ children. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Abraham; two infant chil­ dren, Gary and Ricky; her two sons-in-law, Russell Mix and Roy Degner Jr. Funeral services were held on Thursday, February 10, 2005 at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Pastor Don Roscoe officiated. Interment took place at Riverside Cemetery, Bellevue. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association. 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Hastings EVERY FRIDAY thru March 18 4:30-7:00 PM ~ Everyone is Welcome ~ in the Maple Valley News Adults $6.50 Children 10 & under $3.50 For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 15, 2005 — Page 5 Nashville Village Councilnow has 2 vacant seats I calendar of events by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council will have two vacan­ cies as of next month, reduc­ ing its membership numbers from seven to just five. The council last Thursday night accepted the resignation ofTrustee Angela Seaton, who reported she was giving up her seat effective March 1 because she plans to return to college. “It’s unfortunate that she has to leave, she has been a real asset,” said Village President Frank Dunham. Seaton’s resignation leaves which all .trustee seats would two seats vacant on the coun­ be up for election at the same cil because Trustee Mike time every two years. Under Callton resigned from the current rules, council mem­ council effective Jan. 1, when bers’ terms are staggered, but he was elected to a seat on the because of the state’s new Barry County Board of election consolidation law, Commissioners. Village resi­ local officials are considering dents interested in filling a the change. seat on the council are asked The terms of incumbent to submit a letter of intent to council members would be the village office. extended under a new ordi­ In a related matter, the nance to allow for the transi­ council scheduled Thursday, tion. March 10, as the date for a In other business Thursday public hearing on a proposed evening, the council: trustee election ordinance in • Approved the 2005-’06 fiscal year budget, with one council member absent and one vacant seat, by a 4-1 vote. Trustee Mary Coll did not give a reason for casting her dis­ senting vote on the proposed by Patricia Johns The annual Lakewood budget with a beginning fund StaffWriter Area Ministerial Association balance of $1,824,512, Churches across the area Community Good Friday receipts of $1,235,625, expen­ observed the beginning of services will be again be held ditures of $1,199,005 and an Lent with Ash Wednesday at Central United Methodist ending fund balance of services Feb. 9 and seasonal Church in downtown Lake $1,861,132. activities will continue. Dunham commented, “The Odessa March 25. St. Francis Episcopal As J-Ad Graphics has budget for the forthcoming Church on Marsh Road in done in the past the Banner, year is pretty much flat. It’s Orangeville will spend the Reminder and community about the same as last year; the Sundays in Lent exploring papers will include on a only increases are in those the the question of prayer each space available basis a listing cost of living incurred on our week following the Rite I of events at churches during operations. service at 9:30 a.m. Dunham’s remarks were this season. This will include Lent at Grace Lutheran Palm Sunday and Easter made during the public hear­ Church, Hastings, offers events. ing on the budget that preced­ extra opportunities for wor­ Churches can be included ed the regular meeting of the ship and fellowship. Besides in the catalogue of events by council. weekly Communion on sending a listing including Trustee Ron Bracy noted Saturday at 5 p.m. and the type of event, time, date that the $18,495 increase in Sunday at 8 and 10:45 a.m., and location to patricia@j- the Planning Commission the church will hold special adgraphics.com. budget was to cover profes­ services on the six The same information can sional fees for the village’s Wednesdays, with supper at be sent as a fax message to master plans which are in the 6 p.m. and worship begins at 945-5192. Please include works. Village Clerk Cathy Lentz 7 p.m. “Attention Patricia” on the noted that the council would Wednesday Lenten fel­ cover sheet. lowship and worship will Information can be mailed later approve a millage levy continue at Grace Lutheran to J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. that would support the budget this week. A prepared supper M-43 Highway, Hastings, as accepted, according to the begins at 6 p.m. and evening Mi. 49058. Include guidelines set forth in the last prayer starts at 7 p.m. “Attention Patricia” on the millage election. • Unanimously approved Worship includes Puppet envelope. Praise Ministry and a story The deadline is Tuesday 50-cent per hour raises for hour for children through by noon for The Banner and Lentz and Treasurer Lois grade five. Thursday by noon for the Elliston, an extra week ofpaid Information is available by Reminder and community vacation for Lentz and a 25­ calling 945-9414 or via the papers. Churches should cent per hour raise for Internet at www.discover- include a daytime telephone Department of Public Works (DPW) employee Troy Bush, grace.org. Grace is located at number on the listing. 239 E. North St., Hastings, This column will be print­ effective March 1. • Revised the holiday pay across from Tendercare ed on a space available basis Nursing Home. until the Tuesday and policy to clarify that the holi­ day pay for full-time village The community Lenten Thursday before Easter. lunch series is located at Any church that would employees is based on an Grace Lutheran each like information about the eight-hour work day, except Thursday this year cost of advertising for any of for office workers whose holi­ Lunch will be provided by their events can call J-Ad day pay is based on a sevena crew of cooks and servers Graphics at 945-9554. organized through the Grace Sarah Circle. Lunch begins at noon. A free-will donation will be received. Worship Nashville Maple Syrup Association begins at 12:30 and ends by 1 WILL SOON BE TAPPING TREES < p.m. This year's theme is 3? IN THE VRJAGE OF NASHVRJE £ “Lent - a Journey of Life and Death.” Lay persons from Please place a white string around local congregations are shar­ any tree you DO NOT wish to ing their faith stories under _ have tapped. this theme. Jim Frazier from First For questions, contact United Methodist, Hastings, Bonnie White: 852-9189 M will be thisThursday's wit­ ness. Lent season observances will continue in this area I tiffinsw Mffiuij. lnM tefydiW pWl tWJMh.tai Step- iiiibhlf'R- Wfflanb feta. niHfa' tata. ifia it tai (x I,biff tai Mite refrher feitatt tartrffiiii bv her Riverside te L ft fa Wi tai ttfa L sk MltMkDirtaii L sn tatew | tJbi !®d hour work day. • Approved a college tuition reimbursement policy for village employees taking classes which pertain to their work for the village. Tuition reimbursement would be made from a line item in the general fund budget rather than the depart­ ment budgets. • Heard a complaint from a village resident who com­ plained that his neighbor was blocking the alley, which was forcing utility companies to drive their large trucks through his property, tearing up his lawn. Dunham said that Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes would look into the matter the following day. The council acknowledged during discussion that there seems to be some confusion which alleys in the village were “abandoned” and which were still public property. Dunham noted that alleys with public utilities such as water and sewer and power lines were still public alleys and needed to be kept open. Alleys without public utilities that had been abandoned by the village have reverted to adjoining property owners. Lentz added that there is a map in the village office that shows which alleys are opened and which have been closed or abandoned by the village. • Approved a motion that a second notice be sent to land­ lord Jeff Beebe to let him know that the cost incurred to replace water meters in the basement of his rental proper­ ty at 107 N. Main St. is his responsibility as is “maintain­ ing the meters in a friendly environment.” Darrell Clements Jr., head of the Village DPW reported that the water meters burst because the heat tape which had been installed to prevent the lines to the water lines to the meter from freezing had not been turned on during the recent cold snaps. • Approved the purchase of a power washer for the DPW from Great Lakes Cleaning Systems at a cost of $2,595. Feb. Feb. Feb. Feb. 16 17 21 21 Feb. 21 Feb. 23 Feb. 28 Mar. 2 Mar. 3 Mar. 8 Mar. 14 Mar. 15 Mar. 16 Mar. 19 Mar. 21 Mar. 28 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting. 7:30 p.m.. Expo Center. County Buildings Closed, President’s Day. Extension Advisory' Board meeting, Pennock Hospital Community Rm. Goat Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m.. Extension Office. Judging Team meeting, 7 p.m., at the VFW in Middleville, all are welcome. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Shooting Sports Leader’s meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Open Judging Team Clinic will be held at Vantage Point Farm, at 6 p.m. Hunter/Jumpers. 10 points will apply to the judging competition at fair. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Open Reining Clinic, 10 am., with Ed Schaarda at his farm. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 | • NOTICE • I2 Vermontville Maple IT Syrup Corporation will be... TAPPING TREES | ...in Vermontville. If you don't want your trees Z ’ tapped, please put a white -Z p cloth around aro the tree. There’s never been a better TIME to ge ARMSTRONG FURNACE. 6 Months Same As Cash We Now Offer Complete Duct Cleaning. Call today for an appointment! *fo qualified buyers FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Our Family Serving Your FamilyAccording to the Golden Rule Since 1923 Funeral andMemorial Services Family Affirmation Services Trust 100 Pre-arrangements Aftercare and GriefSupport Counselor Joseph Ernest Pray Joseph E. 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In the past, Tobias also has served as the treasurer Fight #1 killer of people with diabetes: heart attack and stroke Southern Michigan Diabetes Outreach Network (SODON) has joined with the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP) to urge the 18.2 million people with dia­ betes to manage their blood pressure and cholesterol, along with blood glucose (blood sugar) - an approach that will help prevent heart attack and stroke - the lead­ ing killers of people with diabetes. Marketing February as American Heart Month, the groups are joining forces to inform people with diabetes that good dia­ betes management is more than lowering blood glu­ cose. Managing blood pres­ sure and cholesterol is also crucial. New studies show a strong link between dia­ betes and heart disease and the vast majority of people with diabetes don’t know about their very high risk of cardiovascular disease. Southern Michigan Diabetes Outreach Network (SODON) and its partners are urging people with dia­ betes to take care of their hearts by focusing on three numbers: blood glucose, blood pressure and choles­ terol. People with diabetes should ask their doctors or other health care provider’s three important questions: • What are my blood glu­ cose, blood pressure, and cholesterol numbers? • What should my target numbers be? • What do I need to do to reach and maintain my tar­ get numbers? • Blood glucose - less than 7 percent on the AIC (or hemoglobin AIC) test. Check at least twice a year. • Blood pressure - below 130/80. Check at every doctor’s visit. • Total cholesterol-below 200. weekend of the festival. To get more people involved, Tobias also sug­ gested contests such as “most unique syrup recipe” and “best tasting syrup.” Judges for the queen contest based their selec­ tion on candidates’ first hand experience and knowledge of syrup pro­ duction, their understand­ ing of the importance of the festival and knowledge about the history of Vermontville, as well as poise, appearance and the ability to effectively repre­ sent the community. This year’s three judges were representatives from radio station WLCM in Enerficiency projects Charlotte, Community include energy analysis of Newspapers in Charlotte churches, homes and and the Maple Valley small businesses, as well News. as clean energy systems. The public is invited to attend this special pro­ gram Feb. 23, at 7 p.m. at the Kalamo United Methodist Church, 1475 Maple Valley S. Ionia Road. Elementary Menu secretary, vice president of her 4-H club and the teen beef superintendent for the Barry County Fair. She has also been selected as dele­ gate to represent the Maple Valley FFA at the state convention. As queen, Tobias said she hopes to get more girls to participate in the queen To order a free copy of contest, and plans to assist these products or to learn with advertising with both more about managing dia­ local and outside newspa­ betes, call 1-800-438-5383 pers and radio stations. She or visit the NDEP’s website said she would like herself at www.ndep.nih.gov or and members of her court call SODON 1-800-795­ to help out and participate 7800 for literature and in the games for children more information. on Sunday during the and reporter for her 4-H club, the secretary as a sophomore member of the student council, and was first chair for clarinet and bassoon while a member of the band. Tobias is cur­ rently the FFA and class • Cholesterol (LDL) below 100. Check at least once a year. • HDL - above 50. • Triglycerides - below 150. 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These people have no shame and don’t care what their homes look like. It looks pretty bad for me to have to stare at it 24/7 for more than two years. I’m Wednesday, Feb. 16 1/2 day of school. No lunch. Thursday, Feb. 17 Quesadilla, tossed salad, fresh fruit, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Feb. 18 Nachos, carrots, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Feb. 21 No school. Tuesday, Feb. 22 Macaroni and cheese, green beans, applesauce, gra­ ham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. sick of it. Also I feel the village owes us a much better street to drive on than Washington Street. It has become real good for our cars and just keeps getting worse, but then that is what we all pay taxes x Maple Valley for — bad streets and junky Secondary Lunch yards because no one cares Wednesday, Feb. 16 and has no pride. 1/2 day of school. No Margaret Mitchell, lunch. Nashville Thursday, Feb. 17 H.S. Hungry Howies. Choose One - Cheeseburg­ er, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Friday, Feb. 18 Choose One - Mozzarella Residential • Commercial • Farm sticks, pizza, chicken sand­ Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank wich, salad bar. Choose Two Sales - Service - Garden salad, green beans, pears, juice, milk. 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Monday, Feb. 21 No School. Richard Cobb • David Cobb Tuesday, Feb. 22 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, cheese­ 270 N. Pease Rd. burger, taco bar. Choose Two Vermontville Mlch Lic #23;^48 - Garden salad, spaghettis, applesauce, juice, milk. 517-726-0377 I Grand Valley Cap& Ballers GUN & KNIFE SHOW Sunday, Feb. 20th, 2005 ! 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. *4.00 per person • 12 & under free w/adult *1.00 off admission with this coupon Modern & Primitive Guns Gun Building Demonstrations aamazoo argroun s, ae ree, & -d<utcA aamazoo, cgan Hazel For table reservations, contact Patrick Malloy, Ph. (269)795-8758 $ $B j �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 15,2005 — Page 7 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library Be cautious with space heaters • *•* Ku u _ w ittalinlK l ' ' 13S WisWii IZfoifiMl 8(ti 1 ai taWtkl' IS. Bnjn B« (taOrta {.juaBilalii h-Wi^* The chill of February may encourage residents to use supplemental methods of heating their homes. In doing so, never use the cooking stove as the main heat source as it may be a safety hazard or cause a fire. Ifusing an electric space heater, Consumers Energy offers the following safety tips. • When purchasing an electric space heater, make sure it has been Underwriters Laboratories (UL) label. This label identifies that the heater meets rigorous safety stan­ dards. • If the appliance has a three-prong plug, plug it directly into the wall out­ let. The third prong grounds the appliance and prevents shocks. Some extension cords may not be able to handle the amount of electricity required to operate the appliance safe­ ly, and could cause a fire. • Keep the heater away from curtains, drapes and bedspreads or anything flammable. • Keep the heater away from water and never touch the heater when you’re wet. • Always unplug the heater before you go to bed or leave home. • Never use a space heater in place of your home heating system. Ensure proper ventila­ tion is present if using other forms of supplemen­ tal heat. Faulty or inade­ quately vented space heaters that use kerosene, propane or natural gas can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide. Keep a window open slightly to replace oxygen.used when a space heater using one of these fuels is operating. Heating ducts and water pipes in unheated areas should be wrapped with insulation. If water pipes become frozen, never use electric appliances (such as hair dryers) to remedy the situation. To maximize the warmth of your home, open the curtains on sunny days, and close off heat registers and doors ofunused rooms like your attic, basement and storage areas. “Providing comfort and safety for our families is important for households throughout Michigan,” said Timothy D. Petrosky, public information director for the utility. “Observing these common sense reminders will help keep everyone safe and warm.” Participation in our adult win­ ter reading program “Snow is Falling Books are Calling” is going strong. Our jar of entries is filling up fast as participants read for a chance to win one of many wonderful prizes donated by local merchants. The pro­ gram runs until March 26,2005, and it’s never to late to start. For more information call or visit the library. The book discussion group is reading Suzanne’s Diary for Nicholas, by James Patterson as their selection for March. Any one can participate. If you need a copy of the book, contact the library. The book club meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the library. The knitting group is going strong with 16 members work­ ing on various projects. There have been several pairs of mit­ tens, some lovely hats, and scarves, and dishcloths galore completed by the group. Some have moved on to socks and sweaters! The knitting group meets every Thursday at 6:30 in the library. Beginners and knit­ ters of all levels are invited to attend this learning and social time! The Vermontville Women’s Club has donated several books in memory of Leta Nagle. Selections include: Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soup IV, by Jack Canfield, Chicken Soup for the Recovering Soul, by Jack Canfield, and Chicken Soup for the Soul Celebrates Grandmothers, by Jack Canfield. Adult Fiction The Calhouns: Catherine, Amanda and Lilah, by Nora Roberts; Irish Charmers: The Mighty Quinns, by Kate Hoffman; Murder a’la Mode, by G.A. Mickevett, Assault and Pepper, by Tamar Myers, Backhooter, by Robert J. Randisi; Blood River, by Jory Sherman; Tom Clancy’s Net Net Force: Springboard, by Steve Perry; Wolf in Night, by Tara K. Harper, Forgotten Realms: Silverfall, by Ed Greenwood; The Meg, by Steve Cash; Dark Eye, by William Bernhardt, Frankenstein: Prodigal Son, by Dean Koontz; Dakota Bom, by Debbie Macomber. Adult Non-fiction Eat Right for Your Type, by Dr. Peter J. D’Adamo; Parenting Your Asperger Child, by Alan Sohn, Ed.D.; FrontPage 2003 for Dummies, by Asha Domfest; The Color of Water: A Black Man’s Tribute to His White Mother. Junior Fiction - The Second Summer of the Sisterhood, by Ann Brashares; Girls in Pants; The Third Summer of the Sisterhood, by Ann Brashares; Mostly Ghostly Series: Who Let The Ghosts Out?, Have You Met My Ghoulfriend?, One Night in Doom House, byR.I. Stine. Junior Non-Fiction - Bullies to Buddies: How to Turn Your Enemies into Friends, by Izzy Kalman; Garfield; Older and Wider, by Jim Davis; The Teen Brain Book, by Dale Carlson; It’s Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex & Sexual Health, by Robie H. Harris; People in the New: Bill Gates, by Adam Woog; People in the News: Johnny Depp, by Kara Higgins; Diseases and Disorders: Mad Cow Disease, by Barbara Sheen, Diseases and Disorders: Teen Depression,’ by Michael J. Martin. Good Neighbor. GREAT RATES SAVINGS ACCOUNTS S0-S49.999 $50,000+ 150% APY* 1.75% APY* MONEY MARKET ACCOUNTS $0-$99 $100-$9,999 $10,000 $24,999 $25,000 - $49,999 $50,000 - $99,999 $100,000 + Please talk to your State Farm agent today for more information. CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT 1.75% APY* 140 %APY» 2.90% APY* 335% APY* 3.66% APY* 3.75 %APY* 4.00 %APY* 90 Day 180 Day lYear 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year Tai Gearhart State Farm Agent Hastings. 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You’ll be able to bill pay yourself one dollar! 269-945-2401 www.hastingscitybank.com Hastings City Bank Member FDIC Call for Classifieds 945-9554 ir 1-lll liO-iOlS �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, February 15,2005 — Page 8 WRESTLING, continued from page 1 “We had some kids that finished a little higher than anticipated,” Ricketts said. “That’s happened all year. We’ve been pretty consistent.” Jon Stevens (140), Jon Stafford (215), and Jake McMillon (275) all fin­ ished in third place, with Dave Scurlock placing fourth at 160 pounds. Valley won with a team total of 250 points. Olivet was second with 177.5 followed by Leslie 145, Bellevue 104, Dansville 91, Webberville 74, and Morrice 51. Boss was one of only five wrestlers to go 3-0 on the day. He kept his unde­ feated record in tact by pinning Leslie’s Zeb Comstock in the finals. Morris, Lacksheide, and Smith were all 2-0 on the day, while Corwin took the 125-pound title with a topping 1-0 mark, Bellevue’s Brandon Lawrence. Next up for Maple Valley is die Division HI team district tournament at Delton Kellogg High School. Maple Valley will face Pennfield in the first round. Delton Kellogg faces Comstock in the other semifinal. Delton Kellogg also son, the Delton Panthers were ranked tenth in the state in Division HI, although the Lions beat them early on in the season. “The beginning of the season doesn’t matter much,” said Ricketts. “It’s how you end. That’s the one-and-only thing that matters.” The Lions will also be a part of the Division in individual district tournaMaple Valley’s Joe Desrochers stretches out Olivet’s Brandon Zimmerman, and ment at Brooklyn Columbia Central on rolls his shoulders towards the mat, during their 152-pound semifinal match on Saturday morning. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Saturday. Lions and Pilgrims square =Z off for league lead tomorrow won its conference chain- =■ by Brett Bremer Sports Editor gj Maple Valley Accounting & Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office pj Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL's gfl (Refund anticipation loan) Check as soon as 24 hours Student and Senior Rates!! Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 £ We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. 06602724 Bsr Maple Valley improved to 6-0 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association volleyball standings by topping Dansville last Monday night. The Lions can finish a perfect SMAA regular season this Wednesday when they host the Pilgrims of Lansing Christian. The 6-0 Pilgrims will be looking to do the same. The confer­ ence tournament will then decide the league champi­ on on Saturday at Lansing Christian. It took for the Lions four games to pull within one victory of a perfect league regular season. SAVE SOME DOUGH BECAUSE THEY'VE GOT TO GO. TAKE $1000 OFF DURING JOHN DEERE'S BIG CLEARANCE SALE. $200 OFF 2 or more implements' OFFERS ENO SOON. GET TO YOUR JOHN DEERE DEALER TODAY! >1 Tough enough to get any job done right. www.JohnDeere.com/400QTEN Fillmore EQUIPMENT, INC. 2000 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings (269) 945-9526 tOffers expire February 28,2005. Subject to approved credit on John Deere Credit Installment plan. No down payment required. Some restrictions apply, so see your dealer for complete details and other financing options. Prices and model availability may vary by dealer. tOnly one implement bonus per tractor will be accepted. Offer excludes loaders. Otherr and t8T” maLV be av8ilab,e'John Deed's flreen and yellow color scheme, the leaping deer symbol, and JOHN DEERE are.trademarks of Deere & Company. B73BUCN0661 -FIL2XT0214HR-021505-Q0026241_ Equal Opportunity Lender Maple Valley won 25-15, 25-22, 21-25, 25-8. The Lions continue to do an excellent job of sharing the defensive duties. Kyndra Root led the team with 24 digs, but Allison Oleson added 19, while Sammy Cowell and Amy Abbott had 12 apiece. Oleson also had four aces. Amy Joostbems led the Lions up front with her 12 kills and 12 blocks. Abbott added eight kills. Lisa Hamilton led Valley with 28 assists. “I’m really happy they’re starting to play together at the right time of the season, coming up on the conference tourna­ ment and the districts,” said Lion coach Kelly Offrink. The Lions were not only champions at Dansville last Monday, but on Saturday as well. They were 6-1 at the Dansville Invitational, and topped Bath in two games to one for the title. The Lions won the first game against Bath 25-20, the fell 20-25, before coming back to win the third and deciding game 15-8. Valley defeated the Aggies from Dansville for the second time in a week Lisa Hamilton racked up 110 assists as her Lions went 6-1 Saturday and won the title at the Dansville Invitational. (File photo) when it won 25-10, 25-16 in the semifinals. In the quarterfinals, the Lions topped Saranac 25-16, 25­ 20. Maple Valley was sec- ond in its pool, but only lost one match, to Corunna 25-19, 25-23. The Lions topped their other three opponents in the pool, Everett 25-15, 25-13, Olivet 25-8, 26-24, and Bath 25-18, 25-12. “They played well,” said Offrink. “Every sin­ gle girl played well the entire day, the whole day, and every one of them contributed to the win.” Oleson had a great day all over the court. She served 68 points thanks to 31 aces, and also had 74 digs and 16 kills. The Lions’ kill leader on the day was Joostbems with 55, but Abbott and Kortney Ewing also added 26 each. Ewing also led the team with 13 solo blocks, while Joostbems had 12. Kyndra Root led Maple Valley with 77 digs, and Hamilton added 110 assists for the day. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 15, 2005 — Page 9 Lions reverse their fortunesagainst two conference foes The Lions avenged two early Southern Michigan Athletic Association losses last week. The first time through the league season both Leslie and Bellevue edged out the boys from Maple Valley. The Lions topped them both last week to improve to 8-4 in the league, and 11-6 overall. Maple Valley topped Bellevue on the road Friday night 63-58 thanks to some great shooting, both inside and out. Dustin Jones connected on five of eight three point attempts, and finished with a team high 20 points. Maple Valley hit nine three-point shots on the night. Jason Beardslee hit all seven of his field goal attempts for Maple Valley, and finished with 17 points. “They packed their zone in pretty good,” said Lion coach Keith Jones. “Jason Beardslee moved into the high post, and that’s where a lot of his points came from.” Despite all that great offense, the Broncos hung right with the Lions. Bellevue came out hot first, outscoring Maple Valley 15-9 in the opening quarter. Dustin Jones’ three-point shooting sparked the Lions in the second quarter, and they were able to pull ahead by two-points at the half. “The last few games we’ve been a little more patient,” said coach Jones. “We had to do that against Bellevue. We had to, to get an open shot. It was defi­ nitely Dustin Jones’ night.” Maple Valley trailed late in the second half, until a three by Adam Lamphere fell through with just under two minutes to play putting the Lions up one. Bellevue tried to foul the Lions over the final minute and a half, and succeeded. The Lions succeeded at the Jason Beardslee had a great day setting up in the free throw line though to high post for the Lions Friday night in their five point win seal the victory. Maple over Bellevue. (File photo) Valley hit nine of its 12 free throw attempts in the fourth quarter. Behind Jones and Beardslee, Lamphere tossed in 13 points for Valley, and Adam Gonser Individuals that would like Valley from the next drop added nine. Dustin Mead had nine assists, distributto keep updated regarding down menu. scheduled events at Maple The weeks evens will then ing the basketball around Valley schools can now do be displayed on the screen, and through the Bronco so via the Internet. and the screen can be modi­ zone. Lamphere also had Simply log on to fied to display a variety of six assists. www.highschoolsports.net different events. Free throws sealed the for a complete schedule of Please direct questions deal for the Lions in their events for Maple Valley regarding the process to Jr./Sr. High School. Mike Sparks or Mindy Once on the homepage, Schriver at (517) 852-9275, users must select Michigan or e-mail them at in the “states” drop down sparks94@hotmail.com. menu, then select Maple Lion schedules now available on the web HUGHES HIDE & FUR CO. &l EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Mike Hughes, owner 105 N. Main SL P.O. Box 246, Nashville, Michigan also furs. 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All five of the Lion starters finished in double-figures with Lamphere leading the way with 20 points, Mead added 15, Josh Bursley 13, and Beardslee and Dustin Jones Adam Gonser tossed in nine points in each of the ten apiece. “For a high scoring Lions’ SMAA victories last week. (File photo) game, we took care of the ball pretty well,” said BRAKES • OIL CHANGE ■ EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS ■ TRANSMISSIONS coach Jones. “We only had 11 turnovers.” The Lions will look to AUTO SERVICE, INC. hang on t a little bit of that patience as the season begins to wind down. Maple Valley doesn’t play Jeff Dobbin, Owner on Tuesday night this ASE Master Technician week, and will be back in § 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. action Friday night at home Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available $ against Dansville. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS 4 BEDROOM RANCH IN NASHVILLE Built in 1990 on comer lot with mature shade trees, patio, newer roof, full basement & pantry. One block from the stores, walk to post office. 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Minutes from the January meeting were approved. Amended the budget. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 8749.44. A report was given on the MTA Conference. Election consolidation agree­ ments reviewed. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Agreed to support S. Feighner’s business expansion. Correspondence was viewed by the board. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley jobs at Flexfab in Hastings. To set up an interview, call Sarah Garner co at Employment Group 616-949-2303 announced the award on behalf of the organization and said, “Senator Stabenow has long been a friend to Michigan’s law enforcement community. She listens and she works hard to get us the federal resources we need to com­ bat crime and to provide safe and secure communi­ ties.” Jackson Chief of Police Ervin Portis, MACP Legislative Committee Chairman added, “The MACP appreciates Senator Stabenow. 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At the gray bam LENDER � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-02-22.pdf 8c201b80bde4d9232b10c164d92a67ae PDF Text Text ' HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 T Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 8, February 22, 2005 Lions’ two districts filled with cheers and tears by Brett Bremer Sports Editor “All you’ve got to do is win, and you get a medal,” Maple Valley head coach Chris Ricketts shouted at his 119-pounder Tyler Greenfield as he worked on top of Delton Kellogg’s Brendan Boyle in the third period of Wednesday night’s Division III District Final in Delton. Greenfield pulled out a 10-4 decision in the match, riding on top of Boyle for much of the second and third period. The victory gave the Lions a 37-18 lead, and sealed their second straight district title. The Lions forfeited the final two matches for a 37-30 vic­ tory over the host Panthers. The first Lion off the bench, shouting and pump­ ing his fist in the air as the last seconds ticked off in the 119-pound bout, was senior state medalist Ben Boss. “We knew we shut the door, so, it was all good from there,” said Boss. With wins in each of his district bouts, and his three wins in the individual district tournament at Brooklyn Columbia Central Saturday, Boss improved his season record to 39-0. Maple Valley takes on Constantine in the opening round of the team regional tournament at Comstock Wednesday afternoon at 5:30 p.m. South Haven and Dowagiac square off in the other semifinal match. There started to show in the lower weights. Ron Smith came out and pinned the Panthers’ Steve Ross 1:35 into the 103pound match, then Raven Scurlock followed that up by pinning DK’s Kyle Herington 34 seconds in at 112. Greenfield’s clinching decision followed. The Lions’ allowed Delton’s Brett Bissett and Kirk Wolschlegar to have their hands raised in the final two matches, relieved that they didn’t have to face them with the match on the line. The two teams both easily won their first round match­ es. Delton topped Comstock" 60-24, and the Lions bested Pennfield 45-36. The Lions forfeited their final five matches against Maple Valley’s varsity wrestling team celebrates its Division 3 district championship Wednesday night at Delton Pennfield, after Jamie Kellogg, after the Lions topped the host Panthers 37-30 for the title. The Lions wrestle again this Wednesday night, Corwin, Cook, Fassett, Boss, in the team regional tournament, at Comstock High School against Constantine. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Desrochers, David Scurlock, Lackscheide, and Morris tal­ will also be three Lions, to show through. Kevin Fassett topped Trent The main difference in lied enough points to let the including Boss, wrestling The Lions already led 6-0 Green 11-9 at 140. the match was that Maple this Saturday at Corunna in when Boss was issued a cau­ “At 135, we were up one Valley is an experienced team’s lightweights and the Division III Individual tion for going after Delton and they get a take down in team, and we’re a young heavyweights prepare for the regional tournament. senior Brian Aber’s ankles a the final seconds, when team gaining experience,” final. Things didn’t go so well “When we get aggressive, moment before the start of (Herington) was clearly the said Heethuis. for the Lions Saturday at we wrestle pretty good. I the 145-pound match. aggressor. Then at 140 it Delton Kellogg’s John think Ricketts got the inten­ Boss went right after Aber went the same way,” said Holtman split up the two their individual regional by Brooklyn sity instilled in us today, so when the match officially Delton Kellogg coach Rob Lion victories with a pin of hosted Columbia Central. we were ready to go,” Boss started, and earned a first Heethuis. “You flip those his own at 160. Wednesday was filled with said after Wednesday’s vic­ period pin in 1:48. matches and it’s a totally dif­ Maple Valley took a 22-6 smiles and cheers, Saturday tory. The Panthers took it too ferent matches.” lead with Morris’ pin, but a “He told us that we built the Lions in the first two Lion seniors Joe pair of Panther seniors got was the opposite. “We had a low point,” this team from the ground matches of the evening, but Desrochers and state qualifi­ them right back in it. Dustin up. We had trouble filling all the Maple Valley wrestlers er Chris Morris wrestled well Merlau topped the Lions’ said Ricketts. “I don’t know the weight classes until this managed to come out with at 152- and 171-pounds. Keith Lackscheide 11-9 in what happened. It was kind of one of those things that senior class came in here and decisions in each. The Lions’ Desrochers won a 13-0 overtime of the 189-pound happens, and you don’t got things started off right.” Justin Cook won 4-3 over major decision at 152, and bout, then Eric Ryan earned know why. The kids were It took a couple matches DK’s Jeremy Herington in Morris won by pin in 49 sec­ a pin at 215. crying, and the parents were for the Lions’ aggressiveness the 135-pound bout, and onds at 171. Wrestling coaches often crying.” come into dual meets with a The Lions had hoped to plan. They know their get more than three wrestlers wrestlers’ strengths and out of the district and onto weakness, and those of their regionals. Boss qualified in both the IK and 3K. opponents. Sometimes they with his district champi­ The students from don’t ask a kids to win. onship .at 145 pounds. At Jake McMillon did what Maplewood were among the 103, Ron Smith was second, he had to do for the Lions in more than 1,000 athletes who and Tyler Greenfield the heavyweight match, participated in the games in medaled in fourth place at avoiding being turned onto this year’s winter games 119 pounds. his back by DK’s Octavio staffed by over 700 volun­ Even Boss, a state medal­ Romero. Romero took a 7-1 teers from across the state. ist, had a tough day. decision, but for the Lions’ it Special Olympics provide an “Ben was on his back,” was a three-point defeat opportunity for athletes to said Ricketts. “I asked him instead of a four, five, or sixcompete .with others of simi­ how he liked that, and he point setback. lar ability. The Lions’ aggressiveness See WRESTLING, page 12 “Through Special Olympics, athletes gain self­ confidence and a chance to prove their capabilities,” said MacDonald. Special Olympics • Employers and educators’ forum is Michigan is a privately fund­ ed non-profit organization Thursday morning that provides year-round • Vermontville Historical Society holds sports training and athletic annual sugaring off party competition, for children and • School board member Favre step adults with intellectual dis­ Young people from Maplewood Elementary who par­ abilities, The generosity of ticipated in the Special Olympics State Winter Games ping down Michigan organizations, were Travis Reese (front); Jacqueline Dankenbring, Lions volleyball share first title since individuals and businesses Abby Smith and Alanna Rodriguez (second row) and 1977 with Lansing Christian state-wide enable the pro­ Whitney Ulrich and Bret Winegar (back row). gram to continue. Six local students join Special Olympic games Six athletes from Maplewood Elementary School competed in cross country skiing events during the Special Olympic Winter State Games at the Grand Traverse Resort in Traverse City earlier this month. The students, coached by Glenna MacDonald and Dale Dodds, earned the following places in the competition: Jacqueline Dankenbring, first place in the 50 meter and fourth place in the 100 meter; Travis Reese, second iii the 50 meter and first in the 100 meter; Alanna Rodriguez, third place in the 50 meter and fifth in the 100 meter; Abby Smith, finished first in both the 250 meter .and 500 meter, posting the fasted recorded time in any age group for the 500 meter; Whitney Ulrich, took fourth place in the 50 meter and second in the 100 meter; Bret Winegar took second place In This Issue... �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, February 22,2005 — Page 2 Employers and educators’ forum is Thursday morning Thomapple Kellogg and Gunnard Johnson from Lakewood. Maple Valley’s Kim Kramer will attend the workshop. Local school districts have a history ofpartnerships with local businesses. Hastings schools have partners with businesses even at the ele­ mentary level. Konarska meets with a business advi­ sory council at least twice a year. Representing Barry County employers on the panel will be Eric Lannes of Bradford White, Pennock Hospital CEO Harry Doele, Dave Baum from Hastings Fiberglass and Bill Rohr from Flexfab. They will discuss topics such as: • What are the similarities between a good student and a good employee? • What barriers exist in using a network to provide a by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Breakfast might give stu­ dents, educators and employ­ ers the energy to tackle tough questions at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 24, when the Barry County Economic Development Alliance and Manufacturers Roundtable will be host to a Barry County Employers and Educators Forum. A few seats still remain for the workshop. Employers, teachers and stu­ dents who would like to attend this forum at the Barry County Commission on Aging building at 320 W. Woodlawn Avenue in Hastings should call 945­ 8995 immediately to reserve a spot. The panel will feature school superintendents Ron Archer from Delton Kellogg, Chris Cooley from Hastings, Kevin Konarska from Gunnard Johnson transitions students from school to becoming a quality employee? • How can schools and employers, develop a plan to improve the transition of stu­ dents from school into the workforce? • Employers and schools also want to discuss where the college bound student and those not yet ready for college fit into the employ- Need help budgeting your insurance costs? STAN ow you can pay for your personal, and most business insurance protection with an easy-to-handle, monthly payment plan called Flex Bill. This plan, available Chris Cooley Ron Archer ment mix. Audience participation is encouraged. Dixie StadelManshum, director of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, says, “Bring your questions.” There is no charge for the event but space is limited. Registration is available by phone at 269-945-8995, by fax at 269-945-3839 or by e­ mail at dixie@barrychamber.com. This forum is sponsored by the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, the City of Hastings,Bradford White, Barry County Commission on Aging and J-Ad Graphics. Stadel-Manshum says, “This is an important way to match Barry County educa­ tional efforts to employment opportunities in the county.” from Auto-Owners Insuranc Feb. 22 Feb. 23 Feb. 24 Feb. 28 Mar. 2 Mar. 3 Mar. 8 HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. Mar. 9 94S-SHOW $5.25 Kids all shows I $5.50 Seniors Mar. 14 $6:00 Students & Late Shows Frl A Sat Q No pa8»es|sTADIUM seating]DIGITAL STEREO Mar. 15 Unlimited Free Drink Refills * .25$ Corn Refills Company, means less strain Mar. 16 SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE on your budget. Call us SHOWTIMES 2/21-2/24 and ask about it today! 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Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ ....... 11 a.m. ................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................. ......... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH www.hastings4.com 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 of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service.. Sunday School...... ...9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 3 s Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER • 517-541-1144 Mar. 28 I LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE PASTOR GEORGE GAY Dog Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Arby’s Restaurant, Hastings. Judging Team meeting, 7 p.m., at the VFW in Middleville, all are welcome. Cat Committee meeting, 12 noon, Extension Office. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7. p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Shooting Sports Leader’s meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Judging Team meeting, 7 p.m., at he VFW in Middleville, all are welcome. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Open Judging Team Clinic will be held at Vantage Point Farm, at 6 p.m. Hunter/Jumpers. 10 points will apply to the judging competition at fair. For more information call Stacey. Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m. Extension Office. Open Reining Clinic, 10 am., with Ed Schaarda at his farm. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Judging Team meeting, 7 p.m., at the VFW in Middleville, all are welcome. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service ...................11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.................................. 6 .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE . Phone (517) 852-0580 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors NASHVILLE QUIMBY UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 A continental breakfast will be provided. (This is a morning event. Last week the story in . the Reminder erroneously reported that it would begin at 7:30 p.m.) CALENDAR OF EVENTS $5.75 DAILY Matiness til 6pm KELLY Kevin Konarska Sunday School ..... .10 a.m. W.orship......................... 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 Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 22,2005 — Page 3 Vermontville Historical Society holds annual sugaring off parly by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The more than two dozen people who braved the frigid temperatures outside Thursday evening to attend the Vermontville Historical Society’s annual sugaring off party in the basement of the Congregational Church were rewarded with a potluck din­ ner and bags of sweet maple sugar candy to take home. After the potluck dinner and a few words from Steve Hayes, president of the Historical Society, 2005 Maple Syrup Festival Queen Dhanielle Tobias and mem­ bers of her court, Pamela Cook, Nicolette Dunn and Samantha Maloney, went into the kitchen, where they learned about the art of mak­ ing maple syrup and maple cream from producer Joyce Haigh of Haigh Sugarbush Farm. With large pots of fragrant maple syrup boiled on the stove, Haigh explained that is necessary to heat the syrup to 235 degrees fahrenheit to make maple cream that can be spread on bread, toast or used to top ice cream and more. She told them the syrup has to be heated to 240 degrees to make maple sugar candy. "I make maple cream at home using a special machine that has stationary paddles that hang down into a turning bowl, it makes the cream softer like spun honey," said Haigh explain­ ing that she also boils syrup at home to produce brown maple sugar. "You cook the syrup to a higher degree, stir it, then put it through a sieve," she said. "Some people who can’t have white sugar can use brown maple sugar because it doesn’t have any chemi­ cals in it. Maple sugar can be used just like white sugar. I have one son who won’t eat cereal unless he can sprinkle it with maple sugar." Haigh said that cookie recipes that call for walnut­ sized balls of dough to be rolled in sugar before baking are especially tasty if maple sugar is used instead of white. Once the syrup had reached the proper tempera­ ture the Haigh family and other volunteers filled pitch­ ers with the steaming liquid which they used to distribute it into the small glass bowls of those who were waiting at the tables for an opportunity to make their own maple sugar candy. After a few minutes of rapid stirring, they poured the sticky confection onto wax paper where it rapidly cooled and solidified into Kay Marsh gives Becky Ponsetto of Hastings tips on how to make maple sugar tasty treats they could take home to share with friends candy. and family. "'■Itltk®, ■^WCohim^ anOfe fan Obit lihiJ fm. 4 6 pjn. Hnmtrifc fc n® ffloiM'oi alii iMWfta Joyce Haigh explains the heating temperature needed to make maple sugar and maple cream to the 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival queen and members of her court. nOfit Check it out at Vermontville Township Library ■kllaiiflSiri ikutifaaalta kiinte fltfoni faBB nnt1' ([gjSiiiOrili® JLLIW »«•*!*? If M>> ;'^ » o«i®L L w* m ||M * 2005 Syrup Queen Dhanielle Tobias (second from right) and her court (from left) Nicolette Dunn, Pamela Cook and Samantha Maloney, stir syrup to make maple sugar candy during the Vermontville Historical Society’s annual sugaring off party. Nashville’s second vote adopts 2005-06 budget by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council held a special meet­ ing last Tuesday evening and unanimously voted 5-0 to adopt the 2005-2006 budget for the village. The council scheduled the special meeting after it was realized that the vote was 4 to 1 in favor of the budget, but at least five votes on the seven-seat council is needed to adopt a budget, according to the village charter. The five-vote majority is required by the village char­ ter even when there is a vacant seat on the council. Trustee Mike Callton resigned from his seat effec­ tive Jan. 1, after he was elect­ ed to the 5th District on the Barry County Board of Commissioners. His seat remains vacant, and trustee Angela Seaton recently ten­ dered her resignation effec­ tive March 1, which could leave two seats vacant at the end of the month if no one submits a letter of applica­ tion to the village and is appointed to either post. “Frank (Village President Dunham) and I both knew that five votes were needed to pass the budget, but he didn’t realize until after the meeting that Mary (trustee Mary Coll) cast a ‘no,’ vote,” said village clerk Cathy Lentz. At the regular meeting of the council, Dunham and fel­ low trustees Mike Kenyon, Ron Bracy and Kimberly Knoll voted in favor of adopting the budget with a beginning fund balance of $1,824, 512, receipts of $1,235,625, expenditures of $1,199,005 and an ending fund balance of $1,861,132, Coll cast the sole dissenting vote. Trustee Angela Seaton was absent and one seat was vacant Bracy was absent from last Tuesday’s special meet­ ing; however, Dunham, Coll, Kenyon, Knoll and Seaton all voted in favor of adopting the proposed budget. When asked why she voted in favor the same budget she had recently voted against, Coll explained that she was upset that the budget didn’t allow for 24­ hour police coverage on weekends during the sum­ mer. “I was upset about there not being money in the budg­ et for 24-hour police cover­ age in the summer, but I talked to Mike (Kenyon, the chairman of the village police committee) after the regular meeting and he told the budget could be me that t amended later to cover 24hour police service. in the summer,” she said. “We really need the coverage on weekends during the summer.” Revue sets auditions for ‘Annie, Jr.’ February is the shortest month of the year, but itt can also be the dreariest. The library can provide hours of entertainment for little or no cost. We have received a new shipment of rental books on tape. These recorded books can be rented for $2 a month. The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath; The Master Butchers Singing Club by Louise Erdich; Home Before Dark by Susan Wiggs; Diary: A novel by Chuck Palahniuk; No Second Chance by Harlan Coben, Last Car to the Elysian Fields by James Lee Burke, Bowdrie Follows a Cold Trail by Louis L’Amour; Lost in a Good Book by Jasper Fforde, Eat Cake by Jeanne Ray; Odd Thomas by Dean Koontz and The Fortress of Solitude by Jonathan Lethem. New books too! Adult Non-Fiction • Artic National Wildlife Refuge: Seasons of Life and Land by Subhankar Banerjee; Bicycling Bliss: Riding to Improve Your Wellness by Portia H. Masterson. Adult Fiction Frankenstein by Dean Koontz; Honeymoon (Large Print) by James Patterson, and Blood Money by Greg Isles. Junior Fiction The Extreme Team #7; Wild Ride by Matt Christopher; Chuckle with Huckle by Richard Scary; and The People Could Fly by Virginia Hamilton. Junior Non-Fiction - The Microscope by Adam Woog, and The Librarian of Basra. Our DVD’s and videos can be rented for $2 for three days. New DVD’s - I Saw, I Robot, Princess Diaries, Princess Diaries 2, Garfield; The Movie, League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Shrek 2, Collateral, The Day After Tomorrow, Gothika and IMAX Nascar. We also offer a selection ofvideos that can be checked out for three days at no charge. School board member Favre stepping down The Maple Valley Board of Education Feb. 14 acceptThe Revue will have audi- ed the resignation of longtions for the children's musi­ time trustee David Favre, cal show, “Annie, Jr.” at 7 who tendered his resignation p.m. Monday, Feb 28 ,at the effective March 1. “David has been a great Vermontville Opera House at asset to this board. He’s been 211 S. Main. the leading advocate for a Children in fourth through stronger curriculum and eighth grades are invited to making the standards for our try out. Rehearsals will be on kids tougher to make it easiMondays and Thursdays er for them in college,” said from 6:30 to 8:30, and board Jerry President Tuesdays, 3:30 to 5:30. Show Sessions. “He also did an dates are May 6-8 and 13-15. awesome job on the policy... Producer is Bill Reynolds he practically did it single­ along with director Hollie handedly.. if you’ve ever Auten, musical director seen our policy book it was a mountain and he got it cut Amanda Wells, and assistant down to hardly anything. He director Pat Hansen. did a great job helping with For further information or the superintendent search. questions, call (517) 726- He wrote up all the ques0959. tions; and they were really good questions, and we got a really great superintendent because of it. I want to thank David for everything he’s done.” The board has 30 days to appoint someone to fill the seat vacated by Favre. Anyone living in the school tana’s XTX district who is interested in being appointed to the board should submit their applica­ tion to the administration office by Saturday, March 5. The board will interview the candidates and make its appointment during its regu­ lar meeting Monday, March 14. (-PQace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling xTx MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING :;~X- Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 106573039 1-517-852-9481 iW XTX n �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, February 22,2005 Page 4 Ralph B McCullough Violet Louise Curtis HASTINGS - Violet Louise Curtis, age 76, of Hastings, died Saturday, February 19, 2005 at her res­ idence. Mrs. Curtis was bom on May 23, 1928 in Hastings, the daughter of LaVem and Marie (Finkbeiner) Moore. She was raised in the Hastings area and attended Barry County rural schools. She was employed at Hastings Flex-Fab Company for 25 years, retiring in 1988. She was a member of Women of the Moose, Vivians of the Elks, Caledonia V.F.W. Auxiliary, and Woodland Eagles. She enjoyed playing bingo, visit­ ing casinos, attending garage sales and having a garage sale ofher own. Mrs. Curtis is survived by her daughters, Georgia Lindroth of Hastings, Bessie (Les) Gordon of Caledonia and Christine Ulrich of Nashville; sons, Danny Curtis of Hastings and Marty (Kenna) Curtis of Hastings; 10 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren; several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren; broth­ ers, Howard (Maria) Moore of Hastings and Delbert (Betty) Moore of Hastings; many nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Preceding her in death were her husband, Delbert Curtis in 1970; companion, Raymond Kidder; sisters, Ione Bates, Jean Totten, Hester Tuckey CHARLOTTE - Hester Tuckey, 84, of Charlotte, died Thursday, February 17, 2005 at the St. Lawrence Dimondale Center. Mrs. Tuckey was born March 21, 1920, in Lansing, the daughter of Bert and Irene Lucy (Wight) Farrier. She was a loving mother and wonderful homemaker and enjoyed watching and tracking Sand Hill Cranes with her husband Duane of 64 years. They often went antiquing as well as taking rides through the country side. She was an avid sewer and was exceptional at needle­ point, lace making and quilt­ ing. Hester was presented blue ribbons by Princess Grace of Monaco for a quilt and needlepoint coats of arms that she made for a Monaco American and International Guild competition in 1974. Hester and Duane were longtime members, of the Eaton County Antique Study Group and she was also a member of the Capital Area Lace Makers. She had a great love of music and played the piano by ear. She was blessed by a very strong belief in God and that God exists in everything. She loved her family and was always giving of her time and sharing her talents. She will be dearly missed. She is survived by sons, David Duane Tuckey and Jamie Alen Tuckey, both of Vermontville; grandchildren, Curtis Duane Tuckey of Chicago, Christopher David Tuckey and David Alan Tuckey both of Lansing, Jamie Alen Tuckey II of Hawaii, Jim (Sherry) Haviland of Mt. Morris; great-granddaughters, Britiany Tuckey of DeWitt and Heather Haviland of Haslett; sisters, Carla (Edward) Dunning, Marcia (Leroy) Miller, and Sharon (Raymond) Ruthruff all of Charlotte; nieces, Collette (John) Frank, Nanette (Jerry) Podany, Diana Bosworth and nephews, Terry Miller, Robin Miller and Brandon (Amy) Ruthruff; 18 grand nephews and grand nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband James Duane Tuckey , January 29, 2005; sister, NASHVILLE - Ralph B McCullough, age 78, of Nashville, passed away Monday, February 14th, 2005, at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Mr. McCullough was bom Thelma Moore, Dorothy in Cicero, Illinois on May Blough; brother, LaVem 24, 1926. He was the son of the late Moore; grandson, Danny Ray Curtis; daughter, Harry J. and Evelyn (Quilty) Cathline Curtis and son, McCullough. He was raised in the Cicero area, and Richard Curtis. A memorial gathering at attended schools there gradu­ the Hastings Moose Lodge ating from St. Mels High will take place Saturday, School. Ralph was the husband of February 26, 2005 at 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a memo­ Joan (Flach) McCullough. rial service there at noon. The couple met while work­ Pastor Richard D. Moore ing together at the Federal officiating. No funeral home Center in Battle Creek. The couple was married on visitation. Memorial contributions November 11, 1984 at St. may be made to Barry Philips Catholic Church in Battle Creek by Father Community Hospice. Arrangements are being Fitzgerald. Ralph was a member of made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings Our Lady of the Great Oaks (www.wren-funeral- Catholic Church, on Lacey Rd. home.com). Ralph began his working career in Forrest Park, Illinois. He later moved to Chicago’s west side where he worked for Western Electric for two years. He then relocated to the Oak Park area where he worked as an Assistant Office Jackie owned her own mortgage financing business in Lansing, which she started three years ago. Jackie enjoyed music, but most of all, her family. She is survived by her beloved husband, Joseph Vermetti; her son, Jacob; her stepsons, Joseph and Jason Vermetti; her grandchildren, Kira and Kaitlyn Vermetti; her parents, Terry and Joyce Gardner; her sister, Lori (Lynn) Denton and their children, Jonathan, Jenna, Jordan, and Jonah, all of Nashville. She is also sur­ vived by her grandmother, Johanna Woudstra of Nashville. he moved to his current Nashville residence where he lived with his wife Joan. Ralph ended his working career as a Main Frame Engineer at the Federal Center in Battle Creek when he formily retired in 1985 Ralph was a collector; he especially enjoyed coins and stamps. He also loved to play the lottery. Ralph is survived by his beloved wife Joan, his step­ daughters, Audrey Jordan; stepson Marshall (Mary) Eberstein. Also surviving are his bother, Harry “Jim” McCullough; his nephew, Robert McCullough; his step grandchildren, Nicole and Ryan Eberstein; and four step great great grandchidren, Danielle Plastor, William Hobbs, Patricia Hobbs, and Nycole Plastor, He is proceeded in death by his brother Bob McCullough. A memorial funeral mass will be scheduled for a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Joseph Nathan “Joef William HASTINGS - Joseph Nathan “Joey” Williams, age 51, of Hastings, died Monday, February 14, 2005 at his home. He was bom on February 15, 1953 at Hastings, the son of Joseph and Beverly Nancy Jane Rose in 1991; (Perrault) Williams. He was raised in the brother-in-law Harold Rose in 1990 and nephew Paul Hastings area and attended the Tanner School, Ann J. Jean Dunning in 2001. Funeral services will be Kellogg School in Battle held Tuesday, February 22, Creek, graduating in 1972 2005, at 11:00 am at Pray from Battle Creek Central Funeral Home in Charlotte High School. He went on to with Reverend Phil Hobson attend Kellogg Community receiving an officiating. Interment will be College, at Evergreen Cemetery in Associates Degree in Liberal Girard Township, Michigan. Arts. Joey was well-known in If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the Hastings area as an Eaton Community Hospice accomplished craftsman and House. Further information salesman. He enjoyed listening to available at www.prayfuneral.com Jackie Lynn (Gardner) Vermetti LANSING — Mrs. Jackie Lynn (Gardner) Vermetti, age 37, of Lansing, (former­ ly Nashville) went to be with her Lord Sunday, January 23, 2005. Jackie was bom in Hastings on January 31, 1967. She was the daughter of Terry and Joyce (Woudstra) Gardner. Jackie attended Maple Valley Schools, graduating in 1985. On June 2, 1991 she married Mr. Joseph Vermetti at the Gardner fam­ ily home in Maple Grove. The couple then moved to the Lansing area where they raised their family together. Manager for the International Sewing Machine Co. In 1948 he moved to the Sterling area where he worked for Northwest Steel & Wire Co. as a chemist In 1951 he moved to the Melrose Park area where he worked with the Richardson Corp, as a Saturation Technician. In 1952 he left Illinois to take employment in Golden Colorado with the Railroad. From 1952 to 1960 he held several differ­ ent positions with the organ­ ization including traveling auditor, and pesident and chairman of the Columbine Railroad Union. In 1961 he returned to Melrose Park to begin work for four different companies: Bal Moral Race Track, Electric Motive, Reynolds Aluminum, and Marywood Veterans Admin. It was dur­ ing this time that Ralph developed his talent with computers. He remained employed by all four organi­ zations until June of 1969 when he moved to the Goodale Michigan area where he remained for one year. In 1970 he moved to the Quimby area. Then, in 1977 She was preceded in death by her brother, Gordon Gardner in 1997; grandpar­ ents, Gerald and Alberta Gardner; and grandfather, Henry Woudstra. A memorial service was held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Friday, January 28, 2005. Rev. Thomas Woudstra offi­ ciated. In lieu of flowers, contri­ butions can be made to the Jacob Vermetti Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 movies, especially old west­ erns and making potholders. Joey is survived by his mother, Beverly Williams of Hastings; sisters, Shirley (Chuck) Eckler of Otsego, Sherry (Tim) Kugler of Ashley, Ind., Sally (Randy) Kuipers of Byron Center, Shelly (Paul) Chmura of Lakeview, New York, Susie (Phil) Pederson of Allegan and Stacey (Kirk) VanderKooi of Holland; brothers, Tom (Leslie) Williams of Hastings and David (Barbie Kubek) Williams ofHastings; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins; and a host of friends. Preceding him in death was his father. Private family services will be held. A public visitation will be held Thursday, February 17, 2005 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Wren Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Kidney Foundation of Grand Rapids. Arrangements by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings ( www. wren - fu neral home.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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �The Maple Vafciy News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 22.2005 — Page 5 Dorothy Louise Williams >>s; sk; II sk ?S S^ s ?^< 'W w M >ij fCN SSS: wMS! •5jS •5jSb SX SV;**w ISII,lV.l 7; 111 III,l.l 7; 111 l. w *!k !k *& & V15® tattbeaiM. ""»“taiSti?’1! POTTERVILLE Dorothy Louise Williams, age 73, of Potterville, for­ merly from Nashville, was suddenly taken to her Lord by lung cancer, passing on February 15, 2005 at the Hospice House of Mid­ Michigan, Lansing, Dorothy will be joining her husband of49 years, Paul Williams, married June 15, 1951 in Coloma. Dorothy was born in Chicago on October 9. 1931 to Gustof Frank and Anna Frank (Mott); being a part of a very close, loving family with three brothers and two sisters. Dorothy and Paul had four kids; 10 grandkids; and four great-grandkids. Daughter, Lois Bosworth (Williams) and Kieth Bosworth of Nashville; grandson. Shannon Bosworth of Y psi lanti; granddaughter, Shelby Coston (Bosworth) and Alan Coston of Portland; with two great-granddaugh­ ters, Breanna and Paige Coston. Son, George Williams and Michelle Williams of Hastings; grand­ daughters, Katie Williams of Honolulu, Hawaii; and granddaughter, Courtney Fortier of Hastings; grand­ son, Sean Fortier of Grand Rapids and grandson, Aaron Fortier of Hastings. Son, Paul R. Williams and Pamela Williams of Potterville; grandson, James Williams and Jennifer Williams of Charlotte; great-grandsons, Jonathan and Sean Williams; grandson, Robert Williams of Potterville; daughter, Judy Williams of Potterville, with and granddaughter, Lynn Anna Williams. Dorothy's brothers and sister were a very close fam­ ily, often having family gath­ erings where the family played cards late into the night, enjoying being a true family. Brother, Bill Frank of Coloma, the great hunter/ fisherman and David Frank of Greenwood, Ark., the family clown. John Frank of Hartford, the family’s big thinker; sisters. Mary Ann Sloan a beautiful sister liv­ ing with the Lord and sister, Margett McCoy of Coloma, a loving and passionate sis­ ter. Dorothy belonged to the Potterville United Methodist Seven local students on WMU dean’s list M Antt'ixni.f HoH Htoflr' M ffitopr tiofs tnd loifiilihTi M) Han » fad safe melts, mjktiHfe tai of MufHI* lMJI«®li’5 in Mi fiMilta^ (fJI.IIII'IH® semes taw®) Seven local students are included on the dean's list for the fall semester of the 2004-05 academic year at Western Michigan University. To be eligible, students must have earned at least a 3.5 grade point average on a scale of 4.0 being all A's in at least 12 hours of graded class work. The students, grouped by their hometowns, their major fields of study and par­ ents, where made avail­ able, are: Nashville: • Taran L. Godbey, in management. • Jessica L. Hummel, child of Steven Hummel, Ronald William Wierenga--------------------------- Church, also a bowler for 50 years, belonging to the Tea Time team at Char-Lanes, Charlotte. Dorothy was a very caring mother, grandmother and always had something to give to her family. She will be deeply missed by all. Services were Saturday, February 19, 2005, then a graveside service at Maple Grove Township Cemetery. Rev. Rebecca Morrison from the Potterville Methodist Church officiated. The family thanks everyone for their support through this trying time. Arrangements by Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. FREEPORT Ronald William Wierenga. age 50, of Jordan Road, Freeport, died Monday. February 14, 2005 at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. Mr. Wierenga was bom on December 3. 1954 at Hastings, the son of Louis F. and Lena (BlyerVeld) Wierenga, Sr. He was raised On the fami­ ly farm on Charlton Park Road, which instilled his love for farming and hard work. He attended the Coats Grove one room school, transferred to Hastings Schools and graduated from Hastings High School in 1973. He was married to Bonnie J. Blough on May 26. 1979. Ron’s employment included Summit Steel, Rowe International and and White Products, while building his own fanning operation. He also restored tractors and autos and discovered a new talent and interest in cooking. He catered many hog father-in-law, Robert Blough. Services held Saturday. February 19, 2005 at Lakewood United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa. Rev. David L. Flagel and Mr. John Waite officiat­ ed. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ronald W Wierenga Educational Fund for his children. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (vvww.wrenfuneral-home.com). “Just Nails See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351 N.M-43 Hwy., roasts and was well-known for his cookies, soups and breads, which he loved to share in communities and his church. Whatever people wanted or needed, Ron could repair, engineer or build and paint He was a member of Lakewood United Methodist Church, served on several church committees, and was an active member of the Emmaus group of the church. Ron was an avid reader and cookie baker. Ron is survived by his wife, Bonnie; daughters, Courtney and Laura; father, Louis F. Wierenga, Sr. of Hastings; brother, Louis F. Wierenga. Jr. of Hastings; sisters, MaryLou (Doug) Gonsalves of Hastings. Judy Forsythe of Middleville. Barbara (Dave) Rademacher of St. Johns; mother-in-law, Jane Blough of Hastings; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his mother, Lena; a sis­ ter, Lena; sister-in-law. Sue Ann Wierenga; brother-in­ law. Caryl Forsythe; and e Morg (Adjacent to Wills Grocery Store in Sunfield) • Bobbie 4 Lara Weller ~517-5M-21«5~ 25 visits *40.00 in Our Bed 10 Visits - *30.00 in Our New Stand Up Booth in marketing. • Lindsay A. Pettengill, child of Will and Laureen Pettengill, in finance. • Philicia L. West, child of Steven and Lori West, in psychology and philos­ ophy. Vermontville: • Jason C. Carrigan, child of Thomas and Kathy Carrigan, in com­ puter information systems. • Kari N. 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You’ll be able to bill pay yourself one dollar! 269-945-2401 www.hastingscitybank.com Hastings City Bank Member FDIC Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, February 22, 2005 Page 6 Board of education gives nod to district goals by Sandra PonsettQ StaffWriter “Roll up your sleeves, staff, here we go,” said Superintendent Kim Kramer, after the Maple Valley Board of Education voted unani­ mously last week to endorse the three- to five-year time­ line for major goals for the district. “The issues behind these goals have been an undercur­ rent in the district for years,” said Kramer in a later inter­ view. “The issues that these goals address have to do with focusing on what we can do better for the kids in our community.” Kramer, who presented the list of goals to the board Feb. 14, said there are three primary issues, the first being the need to prepare young children so they are ready to learn when they enter kindergarten. “There have been so many new studies out there about changing families, about how much the brain develops during the first four years and how it. is becoming increasingly important for children to enter kinder­ garten ready to learn,” he said. The second issue is the need for a separate middle school for seventh and eighth grade students; “This is not a new con­ cept,” said Kramer. “Studies have long shown that it is better to educate adolescent youth in an environment where they are not going to be swayed by the actions and attitudes of older students, yet they are too old for the elementary school setting.” The third issue, according to Kramer, is adapting the high school program to meet the changing needs ofthe job market. “We need to change our program to help prepare the kids for what they will face in the future,” he said. “Jobs, the economy, everything is changing and we have to adjust what we do at the high school to reflect that, whether it’s through tech school, preparing kids for college or job skills training. I read recently where they are predicting that in coming years there will be 8,000 unfilled jobs in the Lansing area because of retiring baby boomers. We need to look at what we can do to prepare the kids to fill those jobs.” Kramer said the board has adopted four major goals to deal with the issues. They are: 1) Enhancing the quality of instruction offered to stu­ dents in the district. 2) Strengthening the relation­ ship between the schools and the community. 3) Financial stability. 4) Updating facilities to enhance the changing cur­ riculum. Besides endorsing threeto five-year goals for the dis­ trict the board also voted unanimously to refinance or refund for the district’s 1997 six-mill bond, a move which will reduce the amount of interest the district is paying on the bond. The increased state equalized value (SEV) of property in the school dis­ trict has allowed the millage to be rolled back to its cur-* rent five mills “By doing so, we will save $921,459 in interest over the remaining life of the bond, which is set to expire in 2023, and we have the option, in ’06, ofrolling back the millage to 3.1%,” said Kramer. The board also passed a resolution to support a fiveyear, one mill proposal from the Eaton Intermediate School District, which would generate $289,485 for spe­ cial education services in Maple Valley next year and a total of $1.6 million over five years. “I think this particular pro­ posal the ISD is putting forth would benefit the district. You’ve seen the numbers in terms of overall money it would generate for us, upward ofover a million dol­ lars over the next five years, of money that would be given to us by the ISD to help pay for special educa­ tion costs that are currently being not funded or are under funded, resulting in us spending general education dollars on special education WEATHERWAX FARM MARKET & NURSERY 2970 N. Ionia - Comer of Ionia Road & Nashville Highway, Vermontville 517-726-1000 Medi New Winter Hours: Sun. - Thurs. 6am-10pm; Fri & Sat. 6am-l 1pm Mt? Propane 20 Lb . 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When she first started her career in emergency medical service (EMS) in Potterville she was living alone in an apartment. When her pager went off in the middle of the night for the first time and a man started talking, it brought her right out of bed thinking someone had bro­ ken into her apartment. Now when Frith’s pager goes off, she says a prayer and then puts herself in the patients’ loved ones shoes thinking how she would like her family to be treated by EMS and then tries to treat her patient in an understand­ ing way. Frith works full time at St $5.95 All Varieties Lofthouse $2.99ib. Pork Roast Ranch Steaks $2.29ib. $2.89ib Whole & Split Fryers £ £ 98V *1.49 »> *1.88». Marilyn Frith equipment she asked for and were always at the ready to write down vitals or other pertinent information. However, she said she feels like it took a long time for the community, as a whole, to warm up to her. “Marilyn is fun to work with,” says Marcia Grant, ambulance director. “We can always depend on her to keep things light and she doesn’t let the rest of us belittle ourselves if we think we missed something on a run. She is always looking on the bright side,which can be a challenge sometimes in EMS.” KOUNTRY TREASURES 4526 S. M-66 Hwy., Nashville, Ml 517-852-0391 Sale Ends March 8,2005 (Refund anticipation loan) Check as soon as 24 hours E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 We are located on Main Street in Nashville next Pollack Lawrence x-ray department. She has been at the hospital 35 years. Her boss is sup­ portive of her service with EMS, never reprimanding her if she is late because she was on a call. Frith has been married to Ken, of Ken’s Standard, for 17 years and they have one dog. She likes to walk, read and draw. She has also been involved with Crystal Springs Christian Youth Camp for 15 years, starting as their health officer and is now dean. The camp hosts kids in third through fifth grades during the summer. She also has been a Girl Scout leader for the last four years. Frith said she has experi­ enced many changes in EMS in 17 years, and is amazed now by all the equipment EMTs have at their disposal. In the last 10 years, EMT basics have been introduced to intubation, glucometers, epi-pens and most recently the AED, an automated difibrulator used to shock some­ one’s heart back into a nor­ mal rhythm. When she first came to Vermontville as an EMT, she said she was surprised at how helpful the first respon­ ders on the department were. They would get her whatever 30% Off ANY ITEM Phone: 517-852-1500 Smelt varying administrative per­ sonnel at a cost that makes it very conducive to school dis­ tricts to purchase,” he added. “We have a situation here where we have a couple of staff members who are very interested in retiring. Once they retire they would go to work for VanBuren Research and Development Foundation and be reas­ signed to the district as cur­ riculum and technology directors.” Kramer said the staff members in question have had an opportunity to meet with people from the Van Buren Foundation and were comfortable with being employed by them. “I think this is a great opportunity for the district to get to have two people focused on the two areas that are most important to the dis­ trict, curriculum and technol­ ogy,” he added. Bring In This Coupon For Student and Senior Rates!! English Roast we can adapt and adjust very quickly.” The board also approved a motion to create a full-time curriculum director’s posi­ tion and a full-time technolo­ gy implementation position. “When I interviewed for the position (of superintend­ ent, I was asked how I thought the central office ought to be staffed and I said at that time that you need to put your resources where your emphasis is, that in my opinion, curriculum is the number one thing that we do in a district, that’s why we’re here. It’s for the kids. Then I told you at that time that we need a full-time curriculum director,” said Kramer. . “We have the opportunity to hire VanBuren Research and Development Foundation. It is a private organization which offers, as part oftheir services, provid­ ing school districts with Marilyn Frith has been EMT for Vermontville 21 years trict school boards in the EISD, except Grand Ledge, had voted in favor of sup­ porting the millage. “They (Grand Ledge) are not coming out against it, they’re just being silent on it, strictly because they have a 70-some million dollar bond issue coming up and they thought it would be difficult to sell that bond if they came out real hard on this,” said Kramer. “This will mean some work on our part. We will hfive to do some work on our part. We will have to do our part to try to sway the vote here in Maple Valley.” The EISD bond issue will be on the ballot during the regular school election in May. The board also approved the purchase of new bus routing software and two computers needed to run the software at a total cost of $9,245, which will be split into two payments. “Terry (Woodman, assis­ tant operations and trans­ portation director) has done some really extensive research and comparisons of a variety ofprograms that are out there. She and Pat (Powers, operations and transportation director), have looked at this for a number of years... a number of dis­ tricts throughout the state have been through this... with this day and age with FROM THE BUTCHER SHOP Whole Hot students coming and going, with students going to baby­ sitters one day and another baby-sitter the next, it is becoming a nightmare trying to keep track of where those students are using hand a and pencil methods. This soft­ ware simply allows us to know where our kids are at almost any given minute,” said Kramer. He also noted that the soft­ ware would provide instant access to detailed informa­ tion, such as how many stu­ dents live on paved roads and how many live on unpaved roads, which would aid in deciding whether to close school orjust run buses on paved roads only during inclement weather. “The efficiency and speed with which we could keep track of where our students are... is well worth the $10,000,” said Kramer. “It will take some training... but to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. 06602724 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 22,2005 — Page 7 SOCIAL NEWS JS J sw !vw ss sfs $V5 Scramlin-Barker Setchfield-Emerick S^{SJ % ‘‘^fess fess K Se£ssj L UM Itaipfe lan- osfc&ii biMtjttath'i laMrt EE'S. taiidi ttkiidiiH 3K5. nitffliit Urtiiin id'into® t£~dir ntus®1:1 ilnr>^!i:' IlB- j#®^:e3 K jggji®®:11 0Ed < Mki*’* tr^ ** idW’0' ** 9f Dave and Kaye Setchfield of Vermontville and Brad and Sue Emerick of Nashville are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Kristin and Ryan. The bride-elect is a 2000 graduate of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School and received a bachelor’s degree in social work from Michigan State University in May 2004. She is currently employed by Community Mental Health in Lansing. The prospective bride­ groom is a 2000 graduate of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School and completed the Electrical/Technology pro­ gram through Michigan State University in December 2001. He is currently employed by McPhee Electric in Potterville. The couple reside in their home in Vermontville. A May 14, 2005 wedding is being planned. SCHOOL MENUS Mr. and Mrs. Rodney and Denice Scramlin are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Amanda Marie Scramlin to Jeffery Michael Barker, son of Trish Barker and Michael Murphy. The bride-to-be is a 2003 graduate from Maple Valley High School and is currently attending MSU to complete a degree in nursing. The groom-to-be is a 2002 graduate from Olivet High School and is currently enlisted in the Army National Guard and will complete his basic training and AIT on March 11, 2005, and then return to classes at LCC in the fall. The wedding day is set for May 21, 2005. Junior high honors PRIDE Plus students Students who qualified for the nine-week PRIDE pro­ gram by getting all A's or B's on both report cards and dis­ playing good citizenship earned a lunch of pop and pizza in the cafeteria, com­ pliments of Principal Todd Gonser and assistant Principal Scott Eckhart. The students also went to the auditorium for pictures in their new PRIDE Plus Tshirts. Seventh grade PRIDE Plus students are Jorden Beachnau, Dylan Benit, Evie Bromley, Kyle Bums, Ethan Clark, ar, Brandon ranon Cosgrove, osgrove, Stephanie Courtney, Leila Dean, Evonne DeMars, Marcus Eckhoff, Zachariah Eddy, Cameron Eldridge, Eldridge, Christopher Amanda Erwin, Shauna Tyler Franks, Frailey, Kaytlin Furlong, Cody Hale, Victoria Hansen, Courtney Howard, Terri Hurosky, Danielle Kellogg, Jennifer Kent, Chelsea Khouri, Ashley Laymance, Lanne Matheson, Brandy McKelvey, Amanda Napier, Nicholas Redmond, Lydia ia, Richards, Leslee Rigelman, Brandon Sams, Kayla Shaw, Martin Shilton, Elizabeth Smith, Ross Smith, Brittany Snook, Elizabeth Stewart, Matt Turner and Alicia White. Eighth grade PRIDE Plus students are Mackensye Ancona, Kinsey Bartlett, Kala Bishop, Emily Boltz, Courtney Cady, Kayla Chapman, Brooke Cornwell, John Currier, Amye Davis, Brooke Davis, Stacey Fassett, Cheyenne Fighter, These seventh grade students earned Maple Valley Junior High School’s PRIDE award. Good Citizenship and all As and Bs on their last two report cards earned these eighth grade students recognition through the junior high school’s PRIDE program. Kyle Fisher, Sara Fletcher, Bailey Flower, Tawnie Griesmer, Jasmine Grinage, Traci Grinage, Aleena Hamilton, Dustin Houghton, Blood drive held at Mulberry Fore Misiak-McDonald The Feb. 10 blood drive started with a beautiful day at the Mulberry Garden Banquet Hall. Double A. Cookie Co. and Weatherwax Farm Market furnished cookies and a large plate of cheese. The donors enjoyed the new surroundings and food. Red Cross nurses told those attending that starting in March they will have new donor beds, so the donors will lay down and the nurses will stand. New to the community drivers is the double red machines. Neat and small, they extract and separate two units of red blood cells, returning the platelets, plas­ ma and some saline to the donor. It’s called R2U and Rapheal and Caroline Misiak of Haslett and Joyce Micheal and McDonald of Nashville are Wednesday, Feb. 23 pleased to announce the sticks, engagement of their children, Cheesie bread spaghettios, peaches, brown- Crystal Misiak and Darren ie, 1/2 pt. milk. McDonald.. Thursday, Feb. 24 Crystal is a 1992 graduate Pizza, tossed salad, pear of Haslett High School and is employed halves, crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. currently at Central Ford. Friday, Feb. 25 Darren is a 1989 graduate Sack Lunch Day. PB&J, Fritos, fresh fruit, sherbet, 1/2 of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed at pt. milk. GM. A July 3, 2005 wedding is Maple Valley being planned. Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Feb. 23 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, deli bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green peach cup, juice, milk. Thursday, Feb. 24 Maple Valley High School Choose One - Hot pocket, Varsity Wrestling pizza, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden Ron Smith qualified for the salad, whole kernel com, pear Division 3 individual regional wrestling halves, juice, milk. tournament by placing second in Friday, Feb. 25 the 103-pound weight class Saturday during the district tournament at Brooklyn-Columbia Central. Choose One - Com dogs, He won his first match by pin, then his second by a pizza, chicken sandwich, major decision, before falling in the finals to the num­ salad bar. Choose Two ber one seed. Garden salad, french fries, fresh fruit, juice, milk. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 1 N. Main St. Lyni) Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Maple Valley Elementary Menu counts for two pints of blood. The donor only gives every four months and must have O-neg, O-pos, or B-pos type and must be a certain height and weight. George Winich of Hastings won the first drawing for a game of golf with cart. Mulberry Fore is giving away the same at all of local drives. There were three first timer donors, Jerry Banfield received his two-gallon pin, Bill Dean his one gallon pin, and Bethal Morris for her two gallons. The next local drive will be on April 14, same time and place. Christian Main, John Mater, Brianna Misiewicz, Samantha Newton, Amanda Paxson, Kaylea Piercefield, Holly Rathburn, Autumn Rose, Cierra Royston, Christopher Rugg, Lanae Shade, Erin Shoemaker, Nicholas Smith,' Stephanie Sparks, Olivia Sprague, Timothy Stillson, Austin Tabor, Nicholas Thurlby, Danielle Tobias and Ashley Zander. Knights of Columbus Hall 1240 W. State Rd. 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The two teams met four times last week, in the final conference match of the sea­ son Wednesday at Maple Valley then three times Saturday at the conference tournament hosted by the Pilgrims. The Lions won the headto-head battle Wednesday at home, but the Pilgrims came back to take two of the three meetings Saturday to earn a share of the conference title with the Lions. For the Lions, it is the first conference volleyball title Maple Valley’s Sammy Cowell dives down for a dig during Wednesday night’s win over the Lansing Christian Pilgrims at home. (Photo by Perry Hardin) xt ■■ I II la I II F\/ Ilf■ I fA ■ Al R| R |Ibb11LH““b If M IImff A fAlb lF Ha \YI/ Ilf I fl MI H If fl I I H Y bbLb mblala I Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate 227 N. 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Call Jerry (CH-86) PRICE REDUCEDI WEST OF BELLEVUE ON M-78 2 bedroom ranch home on 3+ acres, 2 car garage, pole bam, 3 seasons enclosed porch, updated win­ dows, electric, siding, water softener 8f furnace. Good starter home. Call Jerry for full details. (CH-97) since 1977. “I’m very, very proud of these girls,” said Lion coach Kelly Offrink. “This was one of the goals they set for themselves this year. They’ve worked hard every day in practice and every game to get this. Saturday, they played the best that they’ve played all year long.” Maple Valley won its first two contests, topping Olivet 25-19, 25-16, and Bellevue 25-9, 25-7, then met the Pilgrims for the first time. Lansing Christian knocked the Lions into the consola­ tion bracket by topping them 25-23, 26-24. The Lions battled past Dansville 25-11, 25-19, then had the daunting task of needing to top the Pilgrims twice to earn the tournament title and the outright confer­ ence championship. Maple Valley came out and took the first match 25­ The Lions’ Kortney Ewing tries to push a shot past a 18, 26-24, to force the third Pilgrim blocker in Wednesday night’s win at Maple match against the Pilgrims in the double-elimination style Valley. (Photo by Perry Hardin) tournament. Lansing Lions on the day, as she has Kortney Ewing, and Allison Christian came back to win most of the season, with 39 Oleson all had more than 20 the third time, 25-19, 25-17. kills and 11 solo blocks. Lisa kills on the day. “Nobody gave up,” said Maple Valley had five Hamilton had 110, assists on Offrink. “They played as the day, while Kyndra Root girls serve more than 20 hard as they could. I’m just led the team in digs with 77. points on the day. Hamilton very proud of them, and Joostbems had a lot of led the team with 41 service think that they should be help knocking the ball down. points, and 16 aces. Sammy proud of themselves.” Seniors Amy . Abbott, Cowell had 40 service points Amy Joostbems led the and ten aces. The Lions were the num­ ber one seed heading into the SMAA tournament, thanks to their 3-1 win over the Pilgrims Wednesday, which gave them a perfect 7-0 con­ ference record. After a slow start, Maple Valley turned things around to win 10-25, 25-20, 25-21, 25-21. Ewing came up big, lead­ ing the team with ten kills and six solo blocks. Hamilton had 32 assists, and Root contributed 17 digs and five aces. The Lions start state tour­ nament play on Saturday, with the Class C district tour­ nament at Carson City­ Crystal. Maple Valley scored a bye in the first round, and will wait for the winner of the 9 a.m. match between Carson City-Crystal and Bath. Laingsburg and Saranac Lion sophomore Amy Joostbems, right, races back to face each other in the other celebrate with her teammates after a big point in their opening round game, with Southern Michigan Athletic Association victory over Pewamo-Westphalia waiting Lansing Christian on Wednesday night. (Photo by Perry in the semifinals for the win­ ner of that one. Hardin) “IN COUNTRY’ BETWEEN NASHVILLE Sr HASTINGS 4 BEDROOM RANCH IN NASHVILLE Built in 1990 on comer lot with mature shade trees, patio, newer roof, full basement 8r pantry. One block from the stores, walk to post office. Seller will look at all offers!! Call Jerry (fl-95) 2 story home with 5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large fire­ place, country kitchen—home sits back from the road, stream along side, mature shade trees, circle drive. Call Jerry • (H-92) j VACANT PARCELS: 2.8 ACRES: Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings "in the country". Great view, close to public hunting 8t fishing. Lots of birds & wildlife. 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(N-101) Segment I Class Segment II Class March 7-24,2005 March 1-3,2005 April 11-28,2005 May 3-5,2005 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229. Instru,c-tuolr s3 u Da" n ,C-uoubub & rPmhiiljSmuitnh �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 22, 2005 — Page 9 Former Lion Miranda Farr clears the bar in the pole vault for Lansing Community College. Miranda Farr, a 2002 Maple Valley graduate, trav­ eled to Reno, Nevada, Jan. 22 for the Pole Vault Summit. There were 1,200 com­ petitors with 67 competitions ranging from beginners to ’ * Mfflwi* ■pT. ■ j ifcB»M-,‘,; ptep'v factrai Miifcfflb ’<: l? <;?:.' Lil tatutifWtartiHL It >i| <> fet tf^'‘. fcl jliB I! J ]k|jjiit«ffiifttetiw® *<’ jaunty (rf** 11^*1* csw w^ M ,w ** fr<> a d* V elite. Farr won her competi­ tion by taking first place with a jump of 12’7.5. She is a student at Lansing Community College, who took first place in the Indoor National Junior College Athletic Association in 2004. After a serious injury, she came back to place second in the outdoor meet. Farr also won the Scholarship Athlete Award at Lansing Community College in 2004. Lion 6th grade boys win league tournament after 11-1 season The Maple Valley sixth grade boys’ basketball team went 11-1 this season and won the SMYA tournament. Team members are, front from left, RJ Browne, Zack Baird, Cody Leinhart, Garrett Reid, Austin Pool, back, coach Gary Reid, Ian Cogswell, Dylan Hall, Brad Dalek, Riley Fisher, Clayton Beers, coach Tai Gearhart, and coach Evie Fisher. BRAKES • (XL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S Lions end SMAA season at home Friday against Pilgrims AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 The Maple Valley varsity they take on the winner of in the third quarter,” said boys’ basketball team was the opening round game coach Jones. “They just kind delighted to play for a full between Olivet and of caught fire. They hit six house at Friday’s winter Springport. three’s. We had guys who homecoming. Maple Valley had a good were closing out on them, The Lions made the best night shooting the ball, they just shot the ball really of their opportunity by inside the three-point line, to well.” knocking off Dansville in top Dansville last Friday. A spurt like that wasn’t Southern Michigan Athletic Adam Lamphere poured enough to overcome the Association action 69-65. in 26 points, had six steals, Lions’ steady performance “We had a great crowd five assists, and five all night. Beardslee was Friday night,” said Lion rebounds to lead Valley. seven of ten from the floor, coach Keith Jones. “It was Jason Beardslee added 18 Lamphere seven of 12, and our snowcoming. It was points, while Dustin Jones Dustin Jones four of seven. packed. Hopefully, we can chipped in 11 points and ten Still, the Aggies hovered carry that over to Lansing rebounds. Dustin Mead had around in the second half, Christian.” six points and seven assists. sometimes cutting into the The Lions host the The Lions jumped ahead Lions’ two or three posses­ Pilgrims in the final SMAA early, taking a 37-30 half­ sion advantage. game of the season Friday time advantage then held off night. A win for the Lions the Aggies in the second half would put the two teams in a thanks to their solid free Maple tie for second place, behind throw shooting. Olivet, in the final confer­ Valley hit 13 of its 14 free throws in the game, and was ence standings. Portland will host Maple a perfect six for six in the Valley this Tuesday. Next fourth quarter. Dansville got back in the week, the Class C boys’ bas­ ketball tournament starts at game in the second half with Bellevue. The Lions have a some hot three-point shoot­ first round bye and don’t ing. “They made some three’s play until March 2, when Invitations? 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The Westendorps have 95 Holsteins that produce near­ ly 30,000 pounds of milk and an SCC level of only 55,000 at the Westvale-Vu Dairy Farms. Nearly all milking is done by family members, including their children Troy, Brittany, Tina, Eric, Levi, and Carlyle. Only nine cows were culled last year, just one for mastitis. Besides excelling in qual­ ity milk production, the Westendorps host many open houses at their Nashville farm to project a positive image of dairy judged by a panel of milk quality experts who looked farming to the public. They also have at quality indicators such as announced plans to establish somatic cell count, bacteria a “Mooville” dairy business count and incidence of mas­ and industry, which is titis. The somatic cell count expected to get under way of the finalists averaged only 82,000 cells/ml over a later this year. 12-month period. The Westendorps are repeat Platinum award win­ "The judges looked beyond just the numbers, ners. noted More than 120 dairy however," Ann farms in the United States Saeman of NMC. Dairies were nominated for the were also evaluated for 2004 NDQA program by milking routing, systems of professionals in the dairy monitoring udder health, industry who work directly protocols for detecting and with producers, such as treating mastitis, adherence dairy plant, field representa-to regulatory requirements, tives, veterinarians, DHI and strategies for overall supervisors, or extension herd health and welfare. Silver, Gold and Platinum personnel. " These dairies represent winners were designated the top tier of operations in from the group of finalists. the U.S. producing high Applications for this quality milk on a daily year's awards program will basis," says Anne Saeman, be available in mid-summer. NMC executive director. The results will be "The quality management announced at the NMC on these farms is truly annual conference sched­ impressive." uled for January 23-26, One of the nominators 2006, in New Orleans. was Steve Beroza of Delton, For more information, of the Michigan Milk please call Saeman at-the Producers Association. The NMC office (phone: 608Westendorps were nominat-848-4615; email: 848-4615; ed by Ed Nichols of anne@mnconline.org; web­ Northstar, Battle Creek. site: www.nmcon-line.org). Dairy operations were CertainTeedH Fiberglass Insulation AMERICA'S CAOICTMAKER* Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation < Plywood / Lumber .Come n.ome.to quality. -Andersen. Oak Pine Molding USG Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Hand & Power Tools arbor ' .VINYLSIDING Dry Mix Crete & Supply Siding O Marque-Ltne I DOOR SYSUMS Pre-Hung Steel Doors 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 The World Leader in Specialty Building Products. “Innovation is our most valuable asset" k Propane* Pill Station ' Available' FFAers earn awards at regional contest Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Katie Eldred Jennifer Curtis by Brandon Montgomery Couniu Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, Feb. 23 Roast beef w/cheese on whole wheat bread, garbanzo bean salad, peaches. Thursday, Feb. 24 Ham salad spread on white bread, broccoli raisin salad, applesauce. Friday, Feb. 25 Cheese spread, pork and beans, mandarin oranges, Rye Krisps. Monday, Feb. 28 California reuben spread on rye bread, pea and cheese salad, fruited jello. Tuesday, March 1 Meatloaf sandwich on whole wheat bread, pickled beets, pineapple. Primm and Chris Caldwell received a gold award. The Maple Valley FFA Brandon Montgomery chapter had some of its received a gold award in members compete in lead­ Job Interview contest. ership contests Thursday, Katie Eldred earned a gold Feb. 17, at Hopkins award in Extemporaneous schools. Public Speaking and was Hearty Meals Site and “Even though it was a the regional winner. HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, Feb. 23 long ride for the members, Katie Eldred will be Ziti w/Italian sausage, they performed at the top advancing to the state he broccoli, winter squash, jello. of their game,” said FFA finals for t Thursday, Feb. 24 advisor Aaron Saari. Extemporaneous Public Sliced turkey w/gravy, Jennifer Curtis received Speaking contest at mashed potatoes, diced beets, a silver award in the Creed Michigan State University peaches, dinner roll. Speaking contest. The on March 10 at the state Friday, Feb. 25 Greenhand Conduct of FFA convention. She has Tuna noodle casserole, Meetings team of Nathan also been slated to run as a California blend, waxed Hale, Emily Eldred, state FFA officer for the beans, plums. Amber Cantrell, Britiney 2005-2006 academic year. Monday, Feb. 28 Stambaugh, Heather Chicken and dumplings, carrots, Brussels sprouts, fresh apple. Tuesday, March 1 Scalloped potatoes w/ham, spinach, cobbler, dinner roll. Events Wednesday, Feb. 23 Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia. Delton, Otis Herminett 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 24 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dancing, 1-2:30 p.m. Delton Puzzle/Trivia. Nashville, TV Time. Friday, Feb. 25- Hastings, Mike Hughes, owner bingo. Nashville, Granny’s 105 N. Main SL P.O. Box 246, Nashville, Michigan p Kids. Woodland, Visiting. 517-852-9959 Monday, Feb. 21 Hastings, Music with Sam, BUYERS OF: Green Beef, Cow, Sheen, Hog and DeerHides— Card Making, 12:30-2:30 also Furs. IN-STORE ITEMS: TannedHides and furs i p.m.. Delton, Bingo. H,W,N, BRIM-PROOF: Insulated, waterproof and shell outerwear, boots, j Reminiscence Center. assortment ofgloves, winters summerfishing supplies, batt. Tuesday, March 1 hunting supplies, trapping supplies, home decor and much, much morel Hastings - Board Games 10­ 11:30 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dancing 1-2 p.m. HUGHES HIDE & FUR CO. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 22,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale Child Care For Rent $110 AMISH LOG BED w/ queen mattress. Complete, never used. Must sell!' (517)719-8062 BJ'S DAYCARE has 1st and 2nd shift openings. State (HA) or cash paym payment is welcomed. Food program is available. CPR & First Aid trained, 9 years experience. Located in downtown Nash­ ville area. Call (517)852-9031. LC# DG 080243764. NASHVILLE: very nice 2 bedroom mobile home. (517)852-9386 80 YARDS/BERBER CARPET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 AMISH DROP LEAF KITCHEN TABLE with 3 chairs, in excellent condition, $500’obo. (269)948-0502 SLEIGH BED: queen cherry wood with pillowtop mattress set, $175. (517)719-8062 Household $100 PILLOWTOP QUEEN mattress set (in plastic). Brand new, never used! King, $150. (517)719-8062 ,W . sII»»ttjeka, IS * Muji ini ter VERY NICE large 1 bed­ room apartment. Also 1 bed­ room mobile home on Thor­ 2 FREE GARAGE SALE napple Lake, off Center Rd. signs with your ad that runs (517)852-9386 in any of our papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, cs, 1351 Business Services N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At th.e fro-ntt counter. IN HOME PC REPAIR: net­ work set-up, maintenance, upgrades, etc. (269)838-2759. Help Wanted Garage Sale AIS ADULT FOSTER CARE HOME is looking for responsible people to work as direct care staff. 2nd & 3rd shifts plus other variable shifts, we will train, please call (269)945-9613. ■n MW MWH W.F0 E stei s® — J 1WIJ.W Ssf fil? W ‘■-21 II2 fii^fW ikk is rf 0tli0 S' i*, Free Estimates 06590554 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Requirements include previous experience in heavier manufacturing environment. EmploymentGroup offers terrific benefits including bonuses and holiday pay! For immediate consideration call Sarah at EmploymentGroup-1-800-968-3921 or e-mail sgarner@employment.com EmploymentGroup Martin Shilton (left) is the Student of the Month for February for the Vermontville Lions Club. Martin is one of the top students of his seventh grade class. In school sports, he likes basketball and soccer. In the summer time he likes to race his Suzuki RM 80 dirt bike. His family and friends are the most important things in his life. Presenting the award is Lion Bill Mason. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm I • Pumps * Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies , Ah’ j ' « 1W Follow the WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. MVHS Lions Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY in the Estimates Available Maple Valley (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE News £ Now accepting MasterCard & Visa The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on March 10, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. new ordinance for a change in Trustee election terms. If you NOTICE wish to comment in writing on this ordinance you must do so by March 10, 2005, and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RESIDENTS 06603679 NOTICE Any person who is a registered voter of the Village of Nashville, who would be interested in serving on the Nashville Village Council, should contact the Nashville Village office at 203 N. Main St. or call 852-9544. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 06603682 We stock a complete line of... 06571010 PUBLIC HEARING PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on a EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Components for the child safety restraints for General Motors vehicles also are assembled at Peckham. Peckham Industries’ mis­ sion in job creation for peo­ ple with disabilities has made it Lansing area's sec­ ond largest manufacturing employer and fifth largest private employer. There are 22 different languages spo­ ken at this • facility, a foil­ time English and Second Language teacher is on site to assist employees. Reynolds Road is the site -Peckham of Charlotte Industries. The next GFWCVermontville meeting will be held at the Congregational Church Monday, March 7, with the “Birthday Banquet.” Members must , make reser­ vations for themselves and guest to Joyce Rathbum. EmploymentGroup is recruiting dedicated performers looking for a great opportunity at FlexFab in Hastings. HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service gain constructive problem solving, self-management, goal setting, and interperson­ al relationship skill. Individuals remain in the program for up to one year following placement. The Work First program aids in the transition from welfare to becoming part of the competitive workforce. Ingham County awarded Peckham a new contract to build and operate a short­ term residential treatment center for court-ordered young women. Construction will be completed early this year. The Department of Defense chose Peckham to participate in two new Rapid Fielding Initiatives to ensure that troops are deployed with high performance clothing and equipment needed to fight the war on terrorism. Lions Student of the Month named $150 WOOD FOUR POST BED with Sealy Posturpedic king mattress set, bought/ DRIVER: additional CDL-A never used. Cost over $800. drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service (517)204-0600 oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ Community Notices cense. Good working enviNFL FLAG FOOTBALL ronment. (616)248-7729 sign-ups for Spring league, will be Februry 26th, 12­ Miscellaneous 2pm, Maple Valley High’ School, eligable boys & girls FREE INSTALLED DISH from Barry County between NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call ages 6-14. Also need coachs. M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. Fee $25, for more info call Bill Grinage, (517)852-0180. 1 ** * General Federation of Women’s Club members last week learned about Peckham Industries, a unique business and human service agency that values quality, diversity and performance. Lori Poyer, vocational services specialist for Peckham, gave club mem­ bers in Vermontville an awareness of services pro­ vided for individuals who are unable to obtain or maintain competitive employment. Individuals may have physical or developmental disabilities, language barrier, or they may come from a shelter for domestic violence or are homeless. There are many programs at Peckham, one is the Pathways Adult Offender Employment Service pro­ gram. Emphasis is placed on assisting the individual to FROST fest riiij i i k STORAGE UNITS AVAIL­ ABLE: 10x10, 10x15, 10x20. (616)374-1200 Space. GFWC-Vermontville hears info about Peckham Industries PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on February 24, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on revisions to the water use ordinance and the sewer use ordinance. The proposed changes concern automatic cost of living raises to be done yearly, water meter rules, and multi-family unit charges. If you wish to comment in writing on these requests you must do so by February 24, 2005, and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073. 06603200 CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW will meet on March 8, 2005, at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville, to organize and review the 2005 assess­ ment roll. The BOARD of REVIEW will also meet on March 14, 2005, from 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on March 15,2005, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for any property owner or their representative wishing to exam­ ine their assessment or show evidence why their 2005 assessed and/or taxable value should be changed. Protests may be made by mail. The current ratio of assessments and the multipliers needed on the total of each class of property to be at 50% of true cash value is as follows: MULTIPLIER RATIO AGRICULTURAL 1.1006 45.43% 46.89% COMMERCIAL 1.0663 1.0000 INDUSTRIAL 50.00% 1.1089 RESIDENTIAL 45.09% Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor, at least 7 days prior to the meeting by writing or calling the following: Castleton Township, 915 Reed St., Nashville, Ml 49073, phone (517) 852­ 9479. 06603419 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, February 22,2005 — Page 12 WRESTLING, continued from page 1 The referee signals a two-point take down and spins to get a better view as Maple Valley's Tyler Greenfield scores back points against Delton’s Brendan Boyle in the second period of their 119-pound match. (Photo by Brett Bremer) said he told himself ‘Ben, you don’t want to be here. You might want to get off your back.’ That’s just Ben talking to himself.” Boss eventually topped East Jackson’s Charles Sharrer for the title, with a 15-7 major decision. Smith advanced to the championship final at 103 with a pin and a 12-0 mqjor decision, before falling to the top seeded Jimmy Parker from Perry in the final. Senior Chris Morris, a state qualifier a year ago, missed out on two chances to guarantee himself a spot in the regionals at 171 pounds. He was pinned in the cham­ pionship semifinals, then disqualified from the conso­ some of them, define what lation semi’s. you’ve had.” He was caught in head­ Hopefully, the Lions will locks each time, and the sec- remember what Saturday felt ond time dislocated his like heading into opponents finger trying to Wednesday’s team district and realize they don’t want escape. Ricketts told his wrestlers, to lose again. “For those of you who are “your careers are not defined by one day of sadness. You seniors,” Ricketts said, look at all the joy you’ve “you’ve got one last chance had. You’re not going to let to shine. You’ve got to wipe one day, or 12 minutes for the tears away.” 30 MONTH ADD-ON CD Lion senior Kevin Fassett, right, comes to his feet to try and turn Delton’s Trent Green onto his back during their 140-pound match Wednesday night in the district final. 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Nashville approves automatic sewer, water rate increases read the proposed amend­ adopted a resolution regard­ Staff Writer ments aloud. ing the management of all With one council member The amendment to the records not 'covered by the absent and one vacant seat, water ordinance also includ­ previously adopted policy. the Nashville Village ed rules about water meters The policy and resolution Council unanimously and multi-unit family determine how and for what approved amendments to the charges. The amended ordi­ period of time records are to village’s water and sewer nances are available for be stored and managed by ordinances Thursday review in the village office the village. evening. during regular office hours. • Set the council meeting The move will allow the In other business at the dates and times for the 2005­ village to adjust sewer and meeting the Village 2006 fiscal year. The meet­ water rates automatically on Council:: ings will be held at 7 p.m. the Jan. 1 of each year, if neces­ • Approved a balanced second and fourth Thursday sary, to reflect cost of living 2005-2006 budget of of each month, at the village increases, effective each Feb. $18,800 for Lakeview office except for the fourth 1. If additional increases Cemetery. The budget Thursday in November, need to be made, they must includes $5,900 for capital which is Thanksgiving. The be presented in a public hear­ improvements, including a regular meeting of the coun­ ing and approved by the memorial garden for cremat­ cil will be scheduled for'7 council. ed remains, tree removal and p.m. on Tuesday of that The council held a public removing electric wires from week. hearing on the issue before the trees and installing them • Heard words of thanks the start of its regular meet­ underground. In a related from Trustee Angela Seaton ing Thursday. No one from action the council amended during the council’s round­ the community was in the the 2004-2005 .budget for the table discussion. Seaton has audience and there was no cemetery to close the books tendered her resignation discussion among council on the current fiscal year. from the council, effective members. The public hearing • Approved a records man­ March 1, so she can pursue a was closed after Village agement policy as recom­ See RATES, page 2 President Frank Dunham mended by the state and by Sandra Ponsetto Winter Homecoming royalty crowned Dustin Mead and Tessa Robles were crowned Winter Homecoming king and queen during halftime of the basketball game Friday, Feb. 18. Mead and Robles were crowned by last year’s king and queen, Dan Sealy and Summer Hill. Members of the homecoming court were Denver Hine, Laura Trumble, Lance Harvey and Elizabeth Clements. Homecoming prince and princesses were juniors David Benedict and Kara Mays; sophomores Jarred Goris and Olivia Blakely; and freshman Anthony Corwin and Jordan Hewlett. Homecoming Week festivities included a variety of activities including dress-up days, games, a powder puff volleyball game, pep assembly, homecoming game arid it all concluded with a semi-formal dance Saturday evening. (Photo by Cathy Robles) Bauer Sanctuary work day seeks volunteers Saturday The cast and crew of the Maple Valley High School production of Cole Porter’s musical “Anything Goes.” Cast selected for ‘Anything Goes’ The cast has been chosen and rehearsals have begun for the Maple Valley High School’s spring musical, the 1962 version of Cole Porter’s famous “Anything Goes.” The production is slated for 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 17-19, in the high school auditori­ um, and a 2 p.m. matinee performance on the 19th. “This is a really fun show. It has a great music and the dances are fabulous. We have an outstanding and hardworking cast,” said Norma Jean Acker, who is co-directing the production with Ryan Rosin. Kimberly Knoll is choreo­ graphing the dances for the musical about love, romance and mistaken identity set aboard an ocean liner in the 1930s, which features some of Porter’s most popular songs including the title song, “Anything Goes,” “It’s De-Lovely,” “I Get a Kick Out of You,” and more. The cast members of “Anything Goes” are Elisha J. Whitney, Justin Suntken; Steward, Zeke Wieland; Reporter, Janelie Farnum; Cameraperson, Amanda Kirchhoff; Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, Jonathon Yenger; Mrs. Wadsworth T. Harcourt, Tarah Yenger; Hope Harcourt, Bekah Welch; Bishop .Henry T. Dobson, Pat Mulvany; Reno Sweeny, Kaitlyn Hammond and Brandi Walden; Billy Crocker, Nate Smith; Moonface Martin, Garrett VanEngen; First Chinese (Ching) Chris Caldwell; Second Chinese (Ling), Erik Godbey; Purser, Kyle Pash; Bonnie, Kailey Smith; See CAST, page 2 Nashville area residents are invited to join with stew­ ardship volunteers of the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy (SWMLC) for their first stewardship work day of the year this Saturday at the Gertrude McPharlin Bauer Nature Sanctuary in Castleton Township. The event is open to the public and will take place on March 5 from 9 a.m. until noon. The SWMLC needs help marking boundaries and trails and removing some aggressive non-native plants. While there, volunteers will be able to enjoy skunk cab­ bage and other late winter/early spring wildflow­ ers. Red-winged blackbirds also will be among the early arrivals keeping the volun­ teers company. The G.M. Bauer Nature Sanctuary protects 20 acres of a diverse forest along High Banks Creek. Steep ravines drop 100 feet to spring-fed wetlands. There are more than 20 different species of trees, many over two feet in diameter. Volunteers are asked to wear long pants and bring sturdy work gloves. The SWMLC will provide bever­ ages. The Gertrude McPharlin Bauer Nature Sanctuary is located on the west side of Barryville Road, about a half mile south of M-79, four miles east of Hastings. For more information, call Nate Fuller at the SWMLC office, 269/324-1600, by Thursday, March 3, ifintend­ ing to. car pool. In This Issue • Business Alliance panel has educa tors, employers • Trumble Agency purchases Nashville’s Hecker Insurance • Nashville man struck, killed by pick up truck • Boss is the only Lion left • Basketball to wait and see �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, March 1,2005 — Page 2 Grace Community Church sets seminar on time management Life, Goal Setting, Daily Planning, Home Office, Finances, Closets, Cleaning, Kitchens, Kids, Pets and Family Time. This event is free and is sponsored by Women in Ministry of Grace Community Church and is underwritten by Battle Creek OB GYN Associates. This is just one of the seminars being offered by Grace's Women in Ministry. "Our goal is to help women reach their poten­ tial,” says Jenny Krauss, Life Skills Coordinator. “We encourage anyone who has a skill they would like to share to contact the church, we plan to host many more classes throughout the year." For more information about the Getting Organized How do you eat an ele­ phant? The answer: One bite at a time! This is the creative title given to a seminar on organ­ ization and time manage­ ment from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 12, at Grace Community Church in Nashville. Judy Warmington of Woman Time Management, a trainer, former high school teacher, wife, mother, and grandmother, will be the guest speaker. She can be heard each weekday on 91.3 WCSG radio. Participants will leant to divide and conquer time management and organiza­ tional problems by chewing on nine “bites” of an ele­ phant More specifically, the topics are Steps to a Richer Judy Warmington Seminar or those who have a skill to share may the church office at 517-852-1783. Grace Community Church is located at 8950 E. M-79 Highway Nashville. Our fast claims service is “No Problem.” ur agency is well-known for providing fast, efficient and fair claims service. That’s because we represent Auto-Owners Insurance, who, according to a national consumers’ magazine, ranks consistently as one ofthe top insurers in the KELLY country. That’s why we are known as The “No Problem” People’1. Ask us about our great service today! KEN \Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 08603985 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 BETTY CAST, continued from page 1 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 301 Fuller SL, Nashville 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. 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School 10a S.unday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday: Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. A.M. Worship ..................... 11 a.m. 6 Evening Worship 6 p E.vening Worship Wednesday Evening: Wednesday Family Prayer Meeting ...... ........ 7 p.m. Night Service ......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON BASELINE UNITED Phone: 543-5488 Barry County has been ble for recommending funds awarded federal funds under available under this phase of college degree. Trustee Ron the Emergency Food and the program. Bracey noted that there two Shelter National Board pro­ Under the terns of the grant from the national vacant seats on the council gram. Barry County has been board, local governmental or that need to be filled, as well as seats on the Village chosen to receive $16,994 to private voluntary organiza­ Planning Commission and supplement emergency food tions chosen to receive funds Zoning Board of Appeals. and shelter programs in the must: 1) Be a non-profit; 2) area. Any registered voter living in The selection was made by Have an accounting system the village who wishes to be a national board chaired by and conduct an annual audit; considered for appointment the Federal Emergency 3) Practice non-discrimina­ to one of the vacant seats is Management Agency tion; 4) Have demonstrated encouraged to submit a letter (FEMA) and consists of rep­ the capability to deliver of intent to the village office, resentatives from the emergency food and/or shel­ located at 203 N. Main St., or Salvation Army, American ter programs; and 5) If they Red Cross, Council of are a private voluntary call (517) 852-9544. Jewish Federations, Catholic organization, they must have voluntary board. charities, USA, National a Council of Churches of Qualifying organizations are Christ in the USA and United urged to apply. Barry County has previ­ Way of America, which will | Downtown Hastings on State St. | provide the administrative ously distributed emergency staff and function as a fiscal food and shelter funds with agent. the Community Action The board was charged Agency, Our Lady of Great with distributing funds Oaks Food Bank, United appropriated by Congress to Methodist Church, help expand the capacity of Simmonds Williams food and shelter programs in American Legion, St. high-need areas around the Ambrose Church, Lakewood country. Community Council, and A local board made up of Barry County Veterans representatives of the Affairs. Salvation Army, Barry Barry County United Way County Commissioners, must receive the request for Barry County American Red funding no later than March Cross, Hastings Area 18. Please mail or fax the Ministerial Association and request to: Barry County Barry County United Way United Way, PO Box 644, will determine how the funds Hastings, MI 49058 Fax awarded to Barry County are number: (269) 945-4536. to be distributed among the Further information on the emergency food and shelter ♦program may be obtained by programs run by local serv- calling the Barry County ice organizations in the area. United Way at (269) 945­ The local board is responsi- 4010. HASTINGS 4 METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service....... Sunday School........ ....... 9 a.m. 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 930 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 930 a.m. Fellowship Time -1030 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH FIRST NORTH KALAMO CONGREGATIONAL UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville CHURCH Morning Worship & Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. Church School..................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 Erin, Hummel, Sarah Vanderhoef, Meghan Gaber, Amber Wells, Andrea Jarvie, Brianna Bromley, Kaitlyn Hammond and Brandi Walden. The sets are being built by Doug Acker and Dale Svihl. The costumes are provided by the Lansing Civic Players and Thomapple Players. Tickets are available at the door $5 for students and sen­ ior citizens and $6 for adults. Barry County to receive nearly $17,000 in funds RATES, continued from page 1 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES will also double as passen­ gers and sailors. The Heaven Hop Dancers are Bonnie, the angels, Andrea Jarvie, Cindy Tsang, Megan VenEngen, Amber Wells, Amy Wright, and Kathleen Welch; DeLovely Dancers, Justin Suntken, David Benedict, Kyle Pash, Zeke Wieland, Chris Caldwell, Erik Godbey, John Smith, Chris Rood, Jarrad Schaeffer, Jed Wieland, Amanda Kirchhoff, Janelie Famum, Sara Pash, Captain, David Benedict; Chastity, Meghan Gaber; Purity, Sara Pash; Virtue, Erin Hummel; Charity, Sarah Vanderhoef; Girl #1 (Maggie) Brianna Bromley; Girl #2 (Susan), Rachel McCaul; Girl #3 (Clara), Kathleen Welch, passengers and sailors, Sarah Williams, MisSy Wells, John Smith, Chris Rood, Jarrad Schaeffer, Jed Wieland, Andrea Jarvie, Cindy Tsang, Megan VanEngen, Amber Wells, and Amy Wright Everyone with speaking parts aside from the leads PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE .. Phone (517) 852-0580 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors NASHVILLE QUIMBY UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 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 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Sunday School........... 10 a.m. Worship................. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Serviqps: ............ 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass................... 930 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 ............ 7-830p.m.Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 1,2005 — Page 3 w NW A s sW' H I jWW tan! ,fal fal Wskli(! J f. t, ® Cummin u ft I *■* Ofc tai fill [. Qj ft w iiitti M'ol Simmonds mm Legion,n,] ®lik AttseGri,^ finny Cosily fe p Ik Affairs. finy fiinyCutyl'Bli iBlmeikajsc Hi’mteibt interim rap idim fc HftyfOhl* Hisliigs, III ffil fe gu nta (Wk" Bk teiitaiiiri iafel ta Eta! oiI'li kki iHm)' G-1 ■ 1 OWl* Juu w |l#> " JJU Bl l? JI JI* Z $ * y y $ Business Alliance panel has educators, employers by Patricia Johns StaffWriter A continental break­ fast gave students, edu­ cators and employers the energy to tackle tough questions Thursday morning, Feb. 24. The Barry County Economic Development Alliance and Manufacturers Roundtable were hosts for a panel discusion on education and jobs and how to help students make the transition from school to work. Maple Valley Superintendent Kim Kramer spoke from the audience about the Maple Valley experi­ ence being part of two counties and th' e —Eaton Intermediate School District. The panel featured school superintendents Ron Archer from Delton Kellogg, Chris Cooley from Hastings, Gunnard Johnson from Lakewood and Kevin Konarska from Thornapple Kellogg. Johnson talked about school districts like his that have declining enrollment and are lim­ ited in the programs they can offer, including those which enhance employability skills. The local school superintendents spoke Nashville man struck, killed by pickup truck A 53-year-old Nashville man was killed Friday afternoon when he was walking in the village and was struck by a pickup truck. Authorities said Lawrence Allen Andrews was struck and killed by a pick-up truck on Sherman Street near East Street in Nashville shortly after 2 p.m. Friday. The truck was driven by a 44-year-old man from Nashville. Preliminary investigation indicates that Andrews was walking in the road prior to being struck. Michigan State Police from the Hastings post, in conjunction with the Nashville Police Department, are investiOwners Stan and Ken Trumble and agents Betty gating the fatal traffic Pierce and Thelma Christopher in front of the former accident. Hecker Agency in Nashville. Trumble bought the Hecker Alcohol is not believed Agency from the Coleman Agency earlier this year. to be involved in the crash, Maple Valley Superintendent Kim Kramer spoke about his schools’ unique situation with students from both Barry and Eaton counties. Maple Valley is also part of the Eaton Intermediate School District. about their history of partnerships with local businesses. According to Cooley, Hastings schools have worked with businesses even at the elementary level. Konarska meets with a business advisory council at least twice a year. Thomapple Kellogg, which is part of the Kent Intermediate School District, is par­ ticipating in the guaran- teed diploma program. Representing Barry County employers on the panel were Eric Lannes of Bradford White in Middleville, Pennock Hospital CEO Harry Doele, Dave Baum from Hastings Fiberglass and Bill Rohr from Flexfab. Most of the questions answered by the panel Trumble Agency purchases Nashville’s Hecker Insurance by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Hecker Agency in Nashville is once again under new ownership. Stan Trumble, owner of Trumble Insurance Agency in Vermontville, has announced that his company purchased the Hecker Agency effective Jan. 1. “We’ve been looking to expand since my son Ken joined the company lasnt included the desired March,” said Stan Trumble. qualities of good stu- “The towns (Nashville and dents and employees. Vermontville) are very close. was aa high high Ken had built a home outside There was emphasis on punctuality of town in the Nashville area and he will basically be man­ and attitude. aging this office.” The forum ended with Stan said that the former the questions of “where Hecker Agency, which was to go from here” to be ing the workshops. Dinner answered at a future bought by the Coleman Agency of Hastings 20 years will be from 5:30 to 6 p.m. meeting. ago, will continue to repreand the presentations from The forum was spon- sent the same companies and 6 to 7:30. sored by the Barry offer the same services as it In March the topic will County Economic be “Parenting; Blended, Development Alliance, Single, Foster & Divorce.” the City of Hastings, This session looks at these Bradford White, Barry trying parenting situa­ County Commission on tions; suggestions, practi­ Aging and J-Ad cal ideas and sources of Graphics. where and when to get Dixie Stadelhelp, will provide possible Manshum, director of solutions to individuals the Economic who find themselves Development Alliance, struggling with these top­ said, “This is an impor­ ics. tant way to match Barry April’s topic will be County educational “Identifying I Signs ofYour efforts to employment Child Using,” a subject opportunities in the that parents hope they county.” find themselves dealing with. What are the signs, what do I do, who do I talk to when I think my child is using drugs, xrx The Place to Gofor Professional Styling alcohol or tobacco? These will be MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN questions answered by experts HAIR STYLING including a Michigan Open Tuesday — Friday State Police trooper so S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. parents can be helped to 1-517-852-9481 help their kids their own and others. Parenting workshops set this month, April Two family-oriented parenting workshops have been scheduled for Nashville later this month and in April. The times will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. each evening at Maple Valley High School on Monday, March 7, and Tuesday, April 12. The three-member pan­ els will discuss the needs of families with children from pre-school to high school. A free pizza dinner is included with pre-registration. Call (269) 948-3264 to register and to request free child care on site dur- Sunfield man earns Northern Mich, degree Nathaniel G. Tobias of Sunfield graduated at g Northern Michigan University in December. He earned a bachelor of science degree in electron­ ics engineering tech. till asytiae for Q)iana’s cP(!ace has in the past. “We will still have home owners, automotive, life insurance and annuities. We will may add another compa­ ny later, but that takes time,” said Stan. The staff at the Nashville office also will remain the same. Customer service rep­ resentative Betty Pierce, who has been with the Hecker Agency for more than 40 years, and licensed agent Thelma Christopher, who has been with the company for 31 years, will continue to work with the Trumble Agency. Stan Trumble, who has owned the Trumble Agency for 30 years, has been in the insurance business for more than 50 years. Ken had 15 years of experience in claims and underwriting before he joined his father’s firm last year. which remains investigation. under Apsey-Cheeseman Jim and Lou Ann Apsey of Woodland are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Renae Ulrike Apsey to Darold Christopher Cheeseman, son of Darold and Carol Cheeseman of Nashville. An August 13, 2005 wed­ ding is being planned. EmploymentGroup is recruiting dedicated performers looking for a great opportunity at FlexFab in Hastings. Requirements include previous experience in heavier manufacturing environment. EmploymentGroup offers terrific benefits including bonuses and holiday pay! For immediate consideration call Sarah at EmploymentGroup 1-800-968-3921 or e-mail sgarner@employment.com EmploymentGroup For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, March 1, 2005 — Page 4 Opal Grace Thuma Howard Asa Southwell WOODLAND - Howard Asa Southwell of Woodland was bom on December 20, 1922 in Parma and died on February 22,2005, at the age of 82. Howard was preceded in death by his wife, Letha (Curtis) Southwell; son, Steven Southwell; parents, Charles and Bertha Southwell; brother, B. Joe Southwell; and sisters, Irma and Martin Ruby Radzieswicz. He leaves behind his daughter, Sharlene (Von) Goodemoot; grandchildren, Sara (Glenn) Davis, Jane Banks, Matthew (Pearl) Goodemoot, and Marcie (John Rookus) Goodemoot; and great­ grandchildren, Molly Goodemoot, Blake Davis, and Katelyn Rookus. Howard also leaves behind a brother, Ed (Theresa) Southwell of Jackson; sis­ ters, Ella Burroughs of Texas, Nina (Amador) Ybarra of Clark Lake, and Jean (Louis) Frizzell of Jonesville. Howard served in the Navy aboard the USS Blakely during World War IL He married Letha Curtis in 1945 and lovingly and uncomplainingly cared for her for many years after her stroke until her death. Early in their married life, Howard and Letha took their two-year-old daughter to Arizona because of her asth­ ma and lived an exciting four years at the bottom of the Grand Canyon where Howard monitored the silt content of the Colorado River for the government. Returning to the Woodland area, he later worked various factory positions, ending his working career at Hastings Manufacturing Company as a tool and die maker. Over the years, Howard enjoyed his motorcycles, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and especially collecting SUNFIELD - Opal Grace Thuma, of Sunfield. Mrs. Thuma passed away Thursday February 24, 2005 at Ovid Healthcare Center at the age of 96. She was bom June 25, 1908 in Lebanon and working on his tractors. Twp., Clinton Co., the He restored and showed daughter of Fred and Cora Fordson tractors for many (Patterson) Benjamin. years with his good friends, In December of 1939 Opal Russell and Jean Royce of married Clyde Thuma in Roscommon and Bob and Woodland. The couple has Cappon Dorothy of lived all their married life at Woodland. the farm on Bippley Rd. He also enjoyed his daily Opal was proud to be a to trips to Shirley’s farmers wife, and a home Chuckwagon restaurant in maker, a member of the Nashville for lunch with his Church of the Nazarene in friends at the round table. Portland, a member of the Howard was a real example Ionia Co. Farm Bureau. of “still waters running Mrs. Thuma was preceded deep.” in death by both her parents, The funeral service was held Friday, February 25, 2005 at Koops Funeral VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Chapel in Lake Odessa. Ardith G. (Corwin) Castle, Burial took place at age 82, of Vermontville Woodland Memorial Park. (formerly of Portland), Memorial contributions passed away Thursday, may be made to the February 24,2005 peacefully American Lung Association at Sparrow Hospital, or the American Heart Lansing. Association. Mrs. Castle was bom in Arrangements were by Dewitt, on October 9, 1922. Koops Funeral Chapel in She was the daughter of the Lake Odessa. late Amiel and Ila (Parks) Seils. Ardith was raised the Dewitt area and attended was always asking what he area schools there graduating could do to help. ttwo years ahead of her class Larry was a Member ofthe from Dewitt High School. Nashville United Methodist On June 30, 1942 in Church Fresno California she mar­ Larry is survived by his ried Clarence Corwin. parents Joe and Marjorie Clarence was serving in Andrews;, his sisters, Diane the United States Army and (Dan) Smith; his nephews Chris Andrews, Patrick was stationed in California. Andrews, Joey Smith, and Ardith travelled by train to Garret Smith; his neice Abby California for the couples Smith, and a sister-in-law wedding. Doris Andrews When Clarence was disHe was proceeded in death charged from the Army the by his brother Mark Andrews who passed in Dec. 1998. HASTINGS - Linda Joyce Funeral services will be held at the Nashville United Newton, age 56, ofHastings, Methodist Church at 1pm on died Thursday, February 24, Friday, March 4, with Revs. 2005 at Hastings Home Jim Hynes and Dianne Adult Care. Bowden officiating. Linda was bom on The family will receive October 17, 1948 in visitors on Thursday from 6- Hastings, the daughter of 8pm at the Daniels Funeral Robert and Helen (Price) Home in Nashville. Newton. Interment will take place Linda is survived by broth­ immediately following ers, Robert (Sharon) Bowden funeral service at the Wilcox Caledonia, Walter Cemetery in Maple Grove of Bowden of Ocala, Florida Township. Memorial contributions can be made to Nashville United Methodist Church. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Lawrence A, “Larry” Andrews NASHVILLE - Lawrence A. “Larry” Andrews, age 53, of Nashville, passed away suddenly on Friday, February 25, 2005 in Nashville. Larry was born in Hastings, on May 28, 1951. He was the son of Joseph E. and Marjorie (Gulick) Andrews. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools there graduating from Maple Valley High School in 1971. After gradu­ ating high school Larry attended Pine Lake Technical Institute. Larry loved being outdoors. He was an avid gar­ dener who enjoyed spending time with his sister Diane working in her garden. When Larry wasn’t enjoying the outdoors, he loved to do word puzzles and collect stamps. One of Larry’s dearest loves was his dog “Buddy”; the two spent countless hours together enjoying each other’s company. Anyone who knew Larry knew he was a helper; when he came to your home, he Knights of Columbus Hall 1240 W. State Rd. Hastings EVERY FRIDAY thru March 18 4:30-7:00 PM ~ Everyone is Welcome ~ । Adults $6.50 Children 10 & under $3.50 her husband, Clyde in 1979; brothers, Gerald, Howard, Vernon Benjamin, and infant brother Donald Benjamin. She is survived by her brother, Eugene (Donna) Benjamin ofFowler, sister in laws, Margaret (John) Wilson of Portland, Naomi (Orlin) Besgrom of Florida, and Bemita Benjamin of St. Johns, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M - Tuesday March 1, 2005 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield. Interment will be in the East Sebewa Cemetery. The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home. For more informa­ tion log onto www.legacy.com Ardith G. couple moved back to the Muliken area where they owned and operated Corwin’s Market for over 20 years until it was sold in 1964. The couple had been married for 35 years when Clarence passed away in 1975. Along with her husband Clarence, the couple enjoyed square dancing together. Ardith enjoyed reading, put­ ting puzzles together, and watching her birds and squir­ rels. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Portland, and a member of the Order ofthe Eastern Star. She is survived by her daughters, Jean (Bill) Meyer, Alice (John) McCliggott, and Charlene Ladisky. She is also sur­ vived by her sisters, June Detwiler, Bertha Seils, and 16 grandchildren, and 31 great grandchildren. --She was proceeded in death by her beloved hus­ band Clarence Corwin who passed away in 1975, her second husband Harrison Castle, a son Chester C. Corwin, a daughter Joyce Fye Haigh, two grandsons Erick William Ladisky and Mathew James Corwin, and her sister Nadene, Funeral services were held at Vermontville United Methodist Church, Vermontville, on Monday, February 28, with Pastor Kathy Smith & Rev. Mason Corwin officiating. Interment tookplace immedi­ ately following the funeral service at the Meadowbrook Cemetery in Muliken Memorial contributions can be made to to the family of Mrs. Ardith (Corwin) Castle. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville. Linda Joyce Newton and John (Torrey) Bowden of Williamston, South Carolina; nieces and nephews; aunt, Joyce (Franklin “Ping”) Beckwith of Hastings and uncle, Lyle (Phyllis) Newton of Beulah. Preceding her in death were her father, Robert on Feb. 26, 1985 and her moth­ er Helen on June 21, 1992. Services were held Monday, February 28, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Roush officiat­ ing. Burial was at Rutland Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings Home Adult Care, Barry Community Hospice or Barry County Mental Health. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-funeral-home-com). ^•T^Something Special at Kathy's Offering Gifts and ANTIQUES! “JVot gou/t oftdina/tg gi^t sto/te” ©pelting gijfs that arte unique and di^eftent ‘dT/tuCg “something special” 207 N. 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Ask your funeral director for more information one orca() - . �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 1,2005 — Page 5 Virginia Isabelle Silsbee NASHVILLE - Virginia Isabelle Silsbee, age 87, of Nashville, went to be with her Lord Saturday, February 26, 2005 at her residence. Virginia was bom in Lansing, May 19, 1917, the daughter of Benjamin and Grace (Peters) Gilmore. She attended school in Mt. Pleasant and Lansing. She was a member of the Chippewa Indian tribe. Virginia’s employment included, Fisher Body in Lansing, building bombs during the war, Twin City Foods, Lake Odessa Canning Plant, and the Hastings Reminder. She was a very caring and loving mother and friend with a giving heart, she loved to travel and go camping with her family. Virginia married Russell H. Silsbee on October 14, 1950. He preceded her in death on June 17, 1993. She was also preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Benjamin Gilmore of Lansing, Kenneth Gilmore of Lansing, Duward Gilmore of Holt, and sister, Velma Davis of Claremore, OK. She is survived by her daughter, Norine (Byron) Armour of Nashville; sons, Barney (Lori) Silsbee of Nashville, Mike (Bonnie) Silsbee of Nashville; grand­ children, Scott Armour of Nashville, Kori Taylor of Nashville, Spring (Craig) Warren of Dowling, Adam (Sarah) Silsbee of Delton, Randy Silsbee, Jason Silsbee, and Michelle Silsbee, all of Nashville; great grandchildren, Cody Warren and Garrett Warren of Delton, Hayden Taylor of Nashville; step-grandchil­ dren, Jason Taggart, Jody (Keri) Taggart, Jacob (Corinne) Taggart, Jeremy (Raechelle) Taggart, and Eric Hurlbut; step great grandchildren, Auston Bennett, Logan Taggart, Clarissa Parish and Hope Taggart; also surviving, a nephew, Scott (Pee Wee) Canfield of Oologah, OK; nieces, Jean Denio ofFresno, CA, Barbara (Lewis) Burden of Okemos, Cheryl (Leroy) Oertil of Holt, Chris Gilmore of Sutton’s Bay, Grace Hailey of East Lansing, Nancy (Gerald) Brazee of Betty J. Sothard Lansing. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We will miss her humor and laughter most of aU Visitation be will Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 3, 2005 at 1 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Rev. Rob VanEngen officiating, burial will be at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Grace Community Church. Arrangements were made by Girrbach Funeral Home. Barbara E. Wilcox ■ k Cade. Iwilinpttte ■HI tatmalrttai taHtatiJiHt Mi taMWfc ad Ip M ■ bt Mptaiy tail ostita nj li unit toHMp feWtel"! ahi Cdffliitj ® tajtmjWW Igtg jg I'”13'® Idl ilW HASTINGS - Barbara E. Wilcox, age 89, of Hastings, died Thursday, February 24, 2005 at Tendercare of Hastings. Miss Wilcox was bom on May 29, 1915 in Nashville, the daughter of John Clyde and Bertah Bell (Meade) Wilcox. She. was raised in the Hastings ' and attended Hastings schools, graduating in 1933 from Hastings High School. She went on to attend Western Michigan University and graduated in 1938 with a degree in ele­ mentary education. She earned her M.A. degree in education from the University of Michigan in 1956. Barbara retired from teaching school in 1966, after teaching for 34 years. She taught kindergarten and first grades in Stanton, Bangor and Coldwater; then in San Bemadino, CA and Hastings. She was a member of Retired Teachers Ass’n, Pennock Hospital Guild, her Bridge Club, 50 year plus member of. First United Methodist Church. She was an avid reader, loved cross­ word puzzles from two daily newspapers, enjoyed playing bridge. She loved music and played the piano well. Miss Wilcox is survived by her nephews, David (Cindy) Wilcox of Hastings, Richard (Marcia)Wilcox of Coldwater, Ronald (Patty) Wilcox of DeWitt and Robert ‘ (Jen) Wilcox of Frankfort; many great nieces and nephews. She was completely devoted to her family and her many special friends. Preceding her in death were parents, beloved broth­ ers and sisters-in-laws Cranston and Dorothy Wilcox of Coldwater and Harmon and Betty Wilcox of Hastings. There will be no funeral fii home visitation. Respecting her wishes, private family services will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings Public Library Building Fund, First United Methodist Church or Hastings Education and Enrichment Foundation. Arrangementswere made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-funeral-home.com). GUN LAKE - MID­ DLEVILLE - Betty J. Sothard, age 79, of Gun Lake-Middleville, died Sunday, February 27, 2005 of Woodlawn Meadows in Hastings. Mrs. Sothard was bom on February 6, 1926 in Carlton Township, Barry County, the daughter of Franklin and Edna (Cooper) Cooper. She was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings schools, graduating from Hastings High School in 1944. Betty had six brothers and three sisters. Her mother died in 1935, when Betty was only nine years of age, leaving her to care for herself and her younger brother and sister. She worked many varied jobs through junior high and high school. She was married to Gordon D. Sothard on July 13, 1946. Together they ran the Barry County Juvenile Home for three years, when in 1956 they bought the former Saxon Drive-in restaurant in Hastings. They also purchased and ran the former Chuck Wagon restaurant at Gun Lake until 1960. Betty was very accom­ plished at many things. She was a very hard worker, car­ ing for her home and family. She could sew anything and recover furniture. She was a great cook and canned any­ thing and everything. She was a consumate homemak­ er. She also loved fishing and hunting morel mushrooms. She loved, people, espe­ cially children. Whenever anyone needed help she would be the first in line to lend a hand. In her final days, she continued to let her family know how much she loved them every day, by holding and kissing their hands. She lived her life with creativity, energy, hardwork and kindness. She is forever cherished by her loving family. She is survived by her daughters, Linda (Warren) Thaler of Gun LakeMiddleville, Nancy (Gary) Head of DeWitt and Mary Sothard of Holt; six grandchidren; two great grandchil­ dren and one on the way; sis- 06603830 “Just Nails (Adjacent to Wills Grocery Store in Sunfield) • Bobbie & Lara Weller 517-566-2105 ~ Walk-ins Welcome [Come meet ^on, mossge ffcooptst SPECIAL! |/2-lut, $20] TANNING SPECIALS: 25 visits - *40 in our bed " Phl2 visits - *30 in our new stand-up booth boo SPRING SPECIAL: Manicure & Spa Pedicure Combo $50 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Mar. 2 Mar. 3 Mar. 8 Mar. 9 Mar. 14 Mar. 15 Mar. 16 Mar. 16 Mar. 17 Mar. 17 Mar. 19 Mar. 23 Mar. 28 Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Shooting Sports Leader’s meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Judging Team meeting, 7 p.m., at he VFW in Middleville, all are welcome. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Open Judging Team Clinic will be held at Vantage Point Farm, at 6 p.m. Hunter/Jumpers. 10 points will apply to the judging competition at fair. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m. Extension Office. Open Reining Clinic, 10 am., with Ed Schaarda at his farm. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Judging Team meeting, 7 p.m., at the VFW in Middleville, all are welcome. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting,7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Vermontvile Township Emergency Services would like to thank the following for their contributions to the Fireman’s Dance in Vermontville making it ahuge success: Charlotte Businesses Eaton Federal Burger King Elaine Zink Candy Ford Nashville Businesses Penny Supper ■ Roast Pork & ■ Dressing ■ Meatballs ■ Stop by or call todayfor a listing ofall our Hometown Lumber Eaton Federal Mulberry Fore Ollier's Marine Styles R Us Maple Valley Implement Hastings City Bank Mace Pharmacy C Store Musser Service Good lime Pizza Carl’s Supermarket Clay's Dinner Bell SubWay at Shell Something Special by Kathy MONUMENTS We Specialize in Matching Stones and Designing a Monument to your Personal Need. ‘Rosien'Jimeiiat Dedicated to Personal and Sincere Service Vermontville Businesses Campbell Crafts Maple Leaf Inn Vermontville Township Library Sugar Hut Cafe Independent Bank Vermontville Express Jamie’s Nail Garden Vermontville Hardware Kens Standard Service Kenyon Sales & Service Vermontville Grocery Smoky Alldaffer Stantons Real Estates Auctioneersi Marcia Grant Trumble Agency Riverside Oak Road Runners Inn Country Crossroads Cash Donations Build Masters - Vermontville Maple Valley Real Estate - Nashville Margaret Cook - Vermontville Mapes-7ishett Chapel 193 Jackson St Sunfield, Michigan (517) 566-8141 Kevin Root from the Maple Leaf Inn for the free breakfasts for the workers and share in the 50/50 drawing. (Specializing in diabetic needs) | Bobbie is an ordained minister, availablefor weddings | p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Robert G. Clinton officiating. Burial will be at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice or Alzheimers Disease Foundation. Arrangements are being made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-funeralhome.com) Kane Heating & Ventilating Nashville VFW 8260 Saturday, March 5th, 5:30 - 7:00 pm ■ ter, Maxine (Rowland “Bub”) Hall of Hastings; brother, Robert (Betty) Cooper of Arcadia, Florida; nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Preceding her in death were her parents, five broth­ ers and two sisters, and hus­ band Gordon on November 11,2003. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 2, from 2 p.m. until service time. Services will be held at 3 06603778 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday,,, March 1,2005 — Page 6 Boss is the only Lion left by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The end of the 2004-05 wrestling season came too soon for many of the Lions. The Lions’ team season came to an end with a onepoint loss to Constantine in the Division 3 regional semi­ finals last Wednesday at Comstock High School. Only one Lion is still wrestling, senior Ben Boss. He was the only one of three to advance out of Saturday’s individual regional at Corunna High School. He will return to the Palace of Auburn Hills March 10, 11, and 12 for the state finals. Boss suffered his first loss at the season Saturday, and was third in the 145-pound weight class behind Caro senior Brandon Putman and Montrose junior John Fulger. Boss was the last Lion out on the mat last Wednesday night. He earned six points for the team, but it was too late. Leading by seven, Constantine forfeited the final match to start getting ready for the regional final. The match was tight the entire evening. Maple Valley trailed by just one point heading into the final two Maple Valley’s Tyler Greenfield nears a pin in his 119-pound match against Constantine’s Halen Sheaks Wednesday night in the regional semifinal at Comstock High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley’s Jamie Corwin fights to get away from Constantine’s Anthony Miller in the 125-pound match Wednesday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) HCB Cash Management Plus count matches, with seniors Boss and Kevin Fassett still wait­ ing in the wings. Fassett was pinned by Constantine’s Aaron David 3:14 into the 140-pound match, and Boss never got the chance to wrestle. “Our seniors were disap­ pointed,” said Lion assistant coach Tony Wawiemia, “as was the whole team. I guess itjust wasn’t to be. We had a good season, and we are proud of all that the kids did accomplish this season,” The Lions won just their second district title in 16 years, and their first confer­ ence title in 15 years. “Overall, we wrestled well,” said Wawiemia. “On paper, we should have won, but obviously we were two points short.” Maple Valley jumped out to an early lead with a 15-3 major decision by Joe Desrochers in the 152-pound match, then led 10-9 thanks to a pin by Chris Morris at 171. Constantine took over at the heavy weight classes, winning a decision at 189, and by pin at 275. Maple Valley forfeited the 215pound match. Regional qualifiers Ron Smith and Tyler Greenfield got things going again for the Lions with pins at 103 and 119, but in between was a fall for Constantine and the Lions still trailed 27-22. Jamie Corwin pulled Valley to within one point with an 11-2 major decision at 125 pounds, then the two teams traded decisions heading into the final two weight classes. Justin Cook won for the Lions at 135, 6-5 over Dakota Bowen. 2.0% Annual Percentage Yield* at the $50,000 deposit level The accessibility of a savings account with the benefit of higher rates! Lion senior Chris Morris celebrates his pin at 171 pounds, early in Wednesday evening’s regional semifi­ nal against Constantine. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley Accounting & Tax, LLC Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is as of 2/15/05 and is subject to change without notice. Account fees could reduce earnings. A fee of $6.95 will be imposed every statement cycle in which the account falls below $1,995 on any day ofthe cycle. APY is 2.02% for balances of $50,000 and above. APY is 0.91% on balances of $25,000-$49,999; 0.76% for balances of $7,500-$24,999; 0.60% for balances less than $7,500. Not available for businesses or public units. Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL’s (Refund anticipation loan) Check as soon as 24 hours Student and Senior Rates!! Phone: 517-852-1500 Hastings City Bank Member FDIC www.hastingscitybank.com 269-945-2401 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. �The e Maple ap e Valley a ey News, ews, Nashville, asv e, Tuesday, uesay, March arc 1,2005 , — Page age 7 _ Lions wait to see if they get third shot at Olivet’s Eagles Having a bye in this week’s Class C boys’ bas­ ketball district tournament isn’t such a bad thing for the Lions. They need the time to find out where their offense went in the second half of a 61-43 loss to Lansing Christian on Friday night. Maple Valley held a twopoint advantage at the half against the Pilgrims, but then scored just 15 points in the second half while Lansing Christian poured in 35. The Pilgrims size advan­ tage inside really forced the Lions to alter their shots, and Lansing Christian paid special attention to Maple Valley junior guard Adam Lamphere. The Lions’ lead- ing scorer finished with just three points, but he did have seven assists. Jason Beardslee led the Lions with 15 points and five rebounds. Dustin Mead had 13 points and six assists. “We just struggled,” said Lion coach Keith Jones. “We only made two three’s. We were two of 15 from beyond the arc. We’ve had about three games that we probably should have won this season, but we shot like that.” The Lions hope they shoot better in Bellevue’s gym on Wednesday night, than they did in their own Friday. They practiced at the home of the Broncos Sunday, to make sure it hap- pens. Maple Valley will face the winner of last night’s contest between Olivet and Springport Wednesday, at 6 p.m. “I’d like to hop it’d be Springport, but it’ll probably be Olivet,” said Jones. The SMAA champion Eagles are still undefeated this season, and ranked sec­ ond in the state in Class C. The Eagles topped the Lions twice in league play this season, and topped Springport this year in nonconference action, as did the Lions. Wednesday’s win­ ners will face off in the dis- trict final Friday, at 7 p.m. The Lions won their final non-conference contest of the regular season, over Portland Tuesday 63-56. The two teams were tied heading into the final quar­ ter, and the Lions turned things up to outscore the Red Raiders 22-15. “They were a pretty phys­ ical team,” said Jones. “They had a couple of solid big guys. We started playing more physical, and kept them out of the paint.” Leading the physical charge was Josh Bursley who finished the night with 20 points and six rebounds. He was eight often from the floor, missing only two three-point shots. Lamphere added 17 points, seven rebounds, and three assists for the Lions, and Beardless had ten points. The Lions’ Jesse Page drives past a pair of Lansing Christian defenders during Friday night’s SMAA finale at Valley. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varsity Wrestling Ron Smith qualified for the Division 3 individual regional wrestling tourna­ ment by placing second in the 103pound weight class Saturday, Feb. 19, during the dis­ trict tournament at Brooklyn-Columbia Central. He won his first match by pin, then his second by a major decision, before falling in the finals to the num­ ber one seed. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443*5253 11 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE BUREAU INSURANCE 06603818 change his shot as he sails through the lane against Lansing Christian on Friday night at home. 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Pewamo-Westphalia came back to win games three and four 25-17, 25­ 20. “I know it was very dis­ appointing to the girls, especially the seniors, to lose in the district finals,” said Lion coach Kelly Offrink. “The team needs to remember though, they had a great season and accomplished many indi­ vidual and team goals. I am very proud ofthem all, and enjoyed the season a lot.” Of the eight major sta­ tistical categories, the Lions set school records in seven of them this season. Sophomore Amy Joostbems owns the single season kill mark with 382, and solo block record with 136. Senior Kyndra Root set records by connecting on 96-percent of her serves, serving 104 aces, and passing 550 digs. Senior Amy Abbott served 273 points this year, and senior Lisa Hamilton finished with 273 assists. “They all worked hard every day in practice, and in games,” said Offrink. “They all grew as players and as people.” The Lions opened the district tournament Saturday by playing Bath in the semifinals. They topped Bath 26-24, 25-18, 20-25, 25-21. Hamilton led the Lions with 62 assists in the two matches, Joostbems had 32 kills and 11 blocks, Allison Oleson had 44 digs and nine aces, and Rebecca Kent also had nine aces. Abbott was second on the team with 15 kills, and Root had ten. Kortney Ewing had ten blocks and eight kills. The Lions finish the season with a record of 37-18-4. Wednesday evening, the Lions went 1-1 in a district warm-up at Olivet. Maple Valley topped Olivet 25-17, 25-16, but fell to Delton Kellogg 15­ 25, 25-19, 15-13. Hamilton had 29 assists for the Lions and tied Abbott and Root for the team lead with 12 service points. Root also had 20 digs. Kent had four aces. Abbott led the team Senior Lisa Hamilton with 14 kills, and Joostbems had four blocks had 62 assists for the to go along with her eight Lions in their two district matches Saturday. (File kills. photo) Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Follow the MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley News Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06571022 oi/nome Cooking School Maple Valley senior Kyndra Root, right, set a new MVHS single season dig record this season with 550. 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"Our mission is to work with landowners to ensure that the natural and beauti­ ful landscapes of Barry County are forever pro­ tected," said SWMLC Executive Director Peter Ter Louw. "And we have been very successful because of our partner-, ships with organizations such as the Barry Conservation District and their strong commitment to conservation by Barry County residents." Permanently protected through conservation easements are the 115acre Gray property in Hope Township and the 160-acre Washington property in Castleton Township. A 20-acre par­ cel in Castleton Township, gifted by the Angell-Bauer Trust, is also under protection as the Gertrude McPharlin Bauer Nature Sanctuary. Lori Phalen, co-executive direct_o_r o_ f t„he_ _Barry Conservation District, protect the property by said, "The Barry keeping it natural. He Conservation District planted evergreens in the applauds the foresight and flatter 10-acre section, and dedication of landowners because he loved wildlife, like Sue Gray, Ken and had a large bird feeder Ellen Washington and the built that held 50 pounds Angell-Bauer Trust, to of bird seed. Bauer also forever protect their prop­ enjoyed the panoramic erties in Barty County. vistas along High Banks Their commitment to con­ Creek. serve and protect their Melvin Goebel, former land with the Southwest board member of the Michigan Land Angell-Bauer Trust, said Conservancy is such a Bauer loved the sound of generous gift. It’s a gift the gurgling springs so that will help protect much that in his last year, water quality for everyone no longer able to walk the and protect the natural steep ravines to the features and quality open springs, Goebel and wife space that make Barry Alberta walked it for him. County such a very spe­ They tape recorded the cial place. sounds and brought the The Gertrude recorded gurgling springs by Patricia Johns Lt. Bill Ford of Southwest McPharlin Bauer Nature back for Bauer to enjoy. Goebel recalled, "Max Staff Writer Enforcement team, which is Sanctuary was gifted to when the loved animals of all kinds, The Barry County Farm part of the Michigan State SWMLC Bureau was host for a Police, then condensed a Angell-Bauer Trust dis- especially deer and birds. Farmstead Safety and two-hour meth program into solved in 2004. The prop- He fed birds all year long, program last just 15 minutes. He focused erty was the beloved natu- and I would sometimes Security Tuesday, Feb. 22. on ways farmers can keep ral area of former Barry help him lug 50-pound Local farmers learned their supplies safe and how County Prosecuting bags of bird seed to that about how to keep their to spot meth labs in rural set-Attorney Max Bauer and feeder. He also had spe­ buildings safe from fire, tings. his wife, Millie. The sanc­ cial lean-to shelters built about the methamphetamine Jim Yarger, Barry County tuary was named for for deer. Max would put problem and how to control Emergency Services coordi­ spills during the four-hour nator, and local fire fighters Bauer’s mother, Gertrude ears of corn under the shelters for the deer to program. discussed fire safety issues McPharlin Bauer. Bauer acquired the feed. The meeting was co-spon­ on farms. Kim Walton from This serene property sored by the Barry County the Barry Conservation property many years Cooperative Extension District discussed the Farm- before it was deeded to the contains a wetland and a Service, Michigan Farm A-Syst program and had SWMLC. Bauer, a con- woodland with steep Bureau RCAP under a grant additioal information for servationist, decided to ravines that drop 100 feet. from Michigan Department farmers. of Labor and Economic The balance ofthe evening Growth, and Barry County program was a presentation Farm Bureau. by Craig Anderson of the Vermontville, MI It was also a Farm Bureau Michigan Farm Bureau's CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Membership kickoff meeting RCAP on identifying and and organizer George Hubka reducing hazards. Farmers of Dowlingencouraged farm­ who stayed for the program ers to join the organization. could earn education credits. Meagan Wheaton of the For more information Michigan Farm Bureau about the Barry County Farm opened the program with an Bureau, call Inez Hubka at overview of the services 721-3830. Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, available to farmers. County Farm Bureau has program on safety Many beech and maple trees are more than two feet in diameter. The pre­ serve is particularly beautiful during the sprin g wildflower display and vibrant during autumn when leaves change color. Said . Goebel, The Bauers loved this place. It was a sanctuary for wildlife, and a place where the Bauers could go and escape into the natural beauty of Barry County. It was then that they decided the property would be forever protected and avail­ able for all people in Barry County to enjoy its beauty." The SWMLC hopes to have trails completed in the spring so that the sanctuary will be easily accessible to the public through a quarter mile upper loop and a quarter-mile lower loop at the base of the steep "high banks" that BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. Invest in a 5-month CD from ICNB! § i NOTE: Our Classic or Funds Management customers are eligible for a 1O-basis-point rate increase! 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A formal dedication and opening of the pre­ serve to the public is planned for May 7. Less than two miles from two other SWMLCprotected properties lies Sue Gray’s property, Brush Ridge Farm. The parcel surrounds a small unnamed lake and has frontage on Perch Lake. The land, visible on both sides of Peake Road, is farmed and hunted. Both hunters and farmers cur­ rently help to care for the land. Said Gray, "I’m happy to know that the woods and fields will always be here for the wildlife. I love this land and don,t Towing Available Whether you are remodeling or building the home of your dreams, it can involve a lot of decisions. Oak Harbor, however, makes it easy. It takes advantage of the architectural style Now OPEN In Hastings! of your home and conforms beautifully with a brushed woodgrain finish. What's more, the Traditional and Dutchlap profiles don’t put any limitations on beauty or durability. 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Thursday, March 3 Roast beef w/gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed veg­ etables, peaches, wheat bread. 06604108 The Barry County Home & Landscape Show Scrambled eggs, pancake, country potatoes, spiced apples, orange juice. Monday, March 7 Chicken parmesan, cauli­ flower, green beans, pasta, cookie. Presented by Rose Construction Tuesday, March 8 Barry County Expo Center Sweet and sour meatballs, rice, carrots, Oriental, blend, mixed fruit 1350 N. M-37 Hwy. * Hastings Directions: Nashville west on M-79 to Thornapple Lake Rd. then north to signs. &nuCoyn[u Friday, March 4 |L^_ I Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI status ber needed to use the sys­ tem. Payment is by VISA, MasterCard or Discover credit cards. Nearly 300,000 renewal notices will be mailed this year. Residents will also find information about order­ ing a Great Lakes decal Protection Fund with their renewal notice. The colorful decal costs $35. It is decorative only and not required for watercraft registration or identification purposes. Proceeds ‘from sales will help fund research and education, to control inva­ sive species, such as zebra mussels, in the Great Lakes and other Michigan waters. This special decal may also be purchased online at www.michigan/gbv/michiganestore using a VISA or MasterCard credit card. Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Friday, March 4th • Noon - 8 p.m. Saturday, March 5th • 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, March 6th • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Come Meet The Experts At Home Realty Franklin Well Drilling Jedi Masonry Art & Dee’s Kitehen & Bath J&B Home Improvement Dimond Propane Pampered Chefw/Kay Weisner Bleam Eavestroughing Double A Cookie Co. Hometown Lumber Affordable Asphalt Culligans ofHastings Wired Up Radio Shack American Pride Patios P.S. 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Call: Brenda Green 517-852-1626 Call 269-945-9554 anytime for Maple Valley News Action-ads! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 1,2005 — Page 11 LAND, continued from page 9-------------------- __'38ft IM I fr® ** W'UX to I heal hsMijj ■ is I fee.® Brt. Ito ] ■ fealAw tot I IB n Ddu be HsiiSI! I1 to ta.lto-8E ci a.’iiiifc r . fikfuWi® c Ihttff, Ito I L I fcEJife*E.t ■ | Cd ilite sr L Mu *? IjadtJikifflu tol j f,n Itoi® g I Cto. Hlll BH‘ U-wffl 1,’ Boss- Uffl^ ever want to see it disap­ of the Thomapple River pear. That’s why I also cannot be underestimated intend to donate the entire and will protect water property to SWMLC as a quality for Hastings area bequest." residents for many years Thanks to landowners to come. such as Sue Gray, land­ The Washington prop­ scapes such as the healthy erty is full of wildlife that tamarack and yellow birch also will remain protected wetland found on her under the terms of the property will remain pro­ conservation easement. tected forever, as will the Prime agricultural soils beautiful upland oak-hick­ make up the diversity of ory forest. this property. Ken and Ellen Said Phalen, "Barry Washington’s 160 acres County residents currently also are integral to the enjoy a rural county with health of the Thomapple abundant open space and River. The property is high-quality natural highly visible from M-79 resources. However, and from the Thomapple development pressure is River itself. The flood increasing steadily, and plain forest of the the county is losing pro­ Thomapple River makes ductive farm land, quality up part of the protected natural areas and wetlands land, and contains an at an accelerated rate." assortment of oak, hickory SWMLC now protects a and maple trees. Seeps total of 1,725 acres in and springs feed directly Barry County through 11 into the Thomapple River. conservation easements The importance of this and two preserves. One piece within the watershed preserve, Carter Lake Preserve, is easily accessi­ ble to the public and is located just north of Hastings. During a successful 2004, the SWMLC received four gifts of land and seven conservation easements, and purchased one piece of property. The 13-year-old land trust now protects almost 5,000 acres of diverse land­ scapes in its nine-county Call 9459554 for Maple Valley News Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS service area. These land­ scapes include forested dunes, wetlands, lakes, woodlands, river corridors and agricultural land, and are all integral to the health, beauty and quality For Sale of life for the people of AMISH DROP southwest Michigan. CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Rent and Van Buren). The organization protects almost 5,000 acres through the efforts of six staff, 160 volunteers, and 1,100 memberships. SWMLC protects natural areas, historic sites and open spaces through gifts, purchases and conserva­ tion easements. It encour­ ages ecologically sound land practices and enables individuals and organiza­ tions to conserve land important to people and wildlife. SWMLC also provides opportunities for education, research, out­ door recreation and nature study. 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If you TIME »to||-JO n8®^ 8®^ lUto^ NOTICE to ge VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Opera House, S. Main St., on Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. to organize the board and review the tax roll for 2005. Public hearings will be held: MONDAY-MARCH 14 9:00 a.m. to noon 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. TUESDAY - MARCH 15 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Any Property Owners wishing to examine their assessment and to show cause why the 2005 Valuation should be changed are urged to attend at these scheduled times. Tentative ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1.000 for all classes of real and personal property. By board resolution residents are able to protest by letter, pro­ vided protest letter is received prior to March 8, 2005. PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES NOTICE The Township will provide necessary reasonable service to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon (3) days notice; Contact Supervisor Russell Laverty (517) 726-1115, 6967 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Mich. 49096. William Crittenden, Assessor 06603792 0V6O5U771I0U1I0 V 05527888 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RESIDENTS 06603679 KMMLMMM O^ORTVNITY SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential NOTICE N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. 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Harcourt, Tarah Yenger, while Amanda Kirchhoff, Bekah Welch, and Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, Jonathon Yenger listen in. The stage has been set and final rehearsals and prepara­ tions are under way for 7 p.m. Thursday, March 17, when the curtain rises on Maple Valley High School’s production of Cole Porter’s classic musical, “Anything Goes.” Goes. In addition to the opening night performance, the show will be presented at 7 p.m. Friday, March 18, and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 19, in the high school auditorium. The 1962 version of the musical, under the direction of Norma Jean Acker and Ryan Rosin, has been chore­ ographed by Kimberly Knoll and features sets by Doug Acker and Dale Svihl and costumes from the Lansing Civic Players and the Thomapple Players, features hit songs, “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “All Through the Night,” “Anything Goes” and many more. Acker said the music and dances in this production are “fabulous.” “We have an outstanding and very hard-working cast,” she added. The show is set in the early 1930s, the hero is Billy Crocker, a young man just starting his career on Wall Street, and the heroine is Hope Harcourt, a pretty young woman with an over­ bearing mother who wants her to marry an English lord. The hero and heroine have previously met at a party in New York and have shared a leisurely drive through Central Park which ended with a kiss. However, despite an evening filled with prom­ ise, Hope slipped away with­ out telling Billy her name or address. The curtain rises as a ship is setting sail from New York bound for England. All the-action\kps place aboard the ship as the Tomantic com­ edy involving mistaken iden­ tity unfolds. As was the custom, mem­ bers of the local press were on board to take photographs of passengers for the society sections of the newspapers before the ship sets sail. Of particular interest to the The chorus permorms “Heaven Hop” during the Maple Valley High School prodcution of “Anyhting Goes.” ship’s reporters is Reno Sweeney, an evangelisttumed-nightclub singer and her four beautiful backup singers known as Angels. Unfortunately, she appears to be the only celebrity onboard the ship. Other pas­ sengers include Elisha Whitney, a Wall Street executive, utive, and and Billy Billy Crocker Crocker’’ss boss; Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, a rich English gentleman; Hope Harcourt, an American debutante and Evelyn’s fiancee; Mrs. Wadsworth Harcourt, Hope’s mother; Bishop Henry Dobson,, a minister; and Ching and two of Bishop Ling,, Dobson’s Chinese converts. When Billy Crocker James Dunham named to Nashville council seat by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council became a family affair last Thursday evening when James Dunham, son of Village President Frank Dunham, was sworn in as a trustee after the council unanimously approved his appointment. The seven-member coun­ cil has had two empty since Trustee Angela Seaton resigned her seat effective March 1 to pursue a college degree. Earlier, trustee Mike Callton resigned his post effective Jan. 1, after he was elected as the 5th District representative on the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Despite the two vacancies, Dunham was the only regis­ tered voter in the village of Nashville who submitted a letter of application for a seat on the council. The council also voted unanimously to approve a comes on board the ship to drop off his boss’ passport, he runs into Reno, who is an old friend. Reno greets Billy warmly and tells him how she gets a “kick” whenever they meet — “You’re the Top.” The stewards begin to call, “All ashore that’s going ashore,” and Billy is heading See ANYTHING, page 12 00866937 for Nashville master plan by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Planning Commission is seeking input from members of the com­ munity to help create a new master plan for the village when it meets with engineers from McKenna & Associates during its next monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 5, at the village office. “We would like to have input from people in the community on the master plan,” said Ron Bracy the chairman of the planning. “When we had our first meeting with McKenna & Associates earlier this month, there were two peo­ ple from the planning com­ mission and two people from McKenna. We’re going to need a lot more input than that.” Bracy said that while he would like to see the three vacant seats on the Planning Commission filled, those who wish to have input into the master plan are under no obligation to join the Planning Commission or any other committee. “There are no obligations, people can simply show up and give us their input. It would be nice if they could be involved in the full year of this process, but it is not required,” he said. In addition to people from the community, Bracy said he would like to see repre­ sentatives from the council, the Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals, the various departments, high school See MASTER, page 2 In This Issue • Putnam to have chocolate tasting, James Dunham is sworn is a trustee on the Nashville Village Council by Cathy Lentz, the village clerk. trustee election ordinance that allows for the election of all trustees for two-year terms during the same elec- tion, the first of which will be held in November 2006. The ordinance also extends the terms of incumbent trustees until the newly elect­ ed trustees are sworn in March 2007. sales this Saturday • Alumni banquet to honor grads in military service • Nashville woman named to Camp Manitou-Lin post • Tough competition leaves Boss with eighth place medal �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, March 15,2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA Dancing Lessons with God 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; kwise man once said that unusual travel Friday 10 a.m. -11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. ^HOMETOWN A LUMBER & HARDWARE j 219 S. State St., Nashville, MI 852-0882 Monday-Saturday 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Kitchen & Baths Window Replacements Additions & Decks Handyman Services Insulation Pole Bams & Garages Ceramic Tile & Countertops MACE PHARMACY 219 N. 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Another lesson j to be taken from this is that moving through Saturday 9 am to 1 pm □ 3 WOLEVER’S R EALTOR* REALTOR* Real Estate Home Inspection This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. R.S.V. |ohn 15:12 517-852-2571 Free Estimates MI Lie. #2101118202 ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... .................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday: A.M. Worship .... P.M. Worship....... Wednesday Evening: Worship ................... ........ 11 a.m. .................. 6 ......... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Sunday School Morning Worship........ E.vening Worship........ Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 9:45 a.m. 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ..11 a.m. .6 p.m. .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST Church Service....................... 9 a.m.CONGREGATIONAL Sunday Schoo 10:30 a.m. CHURCH (Nursery Provided) | MAPLE GflOVE BIBLE CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) g GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 Broker Insured LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH Elsie E. Wolver ' J 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, Youth Group, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Choir, Mission Projects & more. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service .....................11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE . Phone (517) 852-0580 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors NASHVILLE QUIMBY UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 7 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Sunday School........... 10 a.m. W.orship.......................... .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 Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. 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 JEFF SWIFT 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 15,2005 — Page 3 MASTER, continued from page 1 leadership classes and local churches. “It's good to have as much representation as possible.” Bracy said that at some point during the process the Planning Commission also plans to send a questionnaire to residents and property owners in the village, and possibly go door-to-door seeking information arid input, but nothing would replace active involvement of community members at the Planning Commission meetings when the master plan is under consideration. “An example of the kinds of things we would be deal­ ing with are where we want the village to be in five to 10 years, what areas of the vil­ lage we want to develop what areas outside of the vil­ lage we may want to annex,” he said. “Zoning ordinances should reflect thee master apsltaenr of a village, so the master Maplewood names Students of Month Maplewood Students of the Month for February are (back row, from left) Tyler Jones-Arndt, fourth grade; Tyler Brumm, fifth grade; and Andrew Cheeseman, sixth grade. March Students of the Month are (front row, from left) Garrett Miller, fourth grade; Nicole Phenix, fifth grade; and McKenna Mater, sixth grade. Parent-teacher conferences set Putnam to have chocolate tasting, sales this Saturday IRCU IE SntyWj JBia .... ||t ? la to :tSai to) toft M feitea MW ST.CffllL’S MIMI KE SmSylfes ® fflWIKSMK to> MW I VERMONIVIU CH BIBLECHURC an an F a*5*?1. J nW*. .. MEWS’® . i.ar PASTOR*^ 1111110111^ 111110111^ < •5 srtrLLtJ There will be free taste testing, the opportunity to purchase tasty chocolate treats at a special price and one lucky guest will go home with an Easter basket filled with Fabriano’s chocolates and candies when Putnam District Library, holds a spe­ cial fund-raiser from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March, 19. Representatives from Fabriano’s Chocolates and Candies of Lansing will be on hand to offer free sample of their white, dark and milk chocolates, and customers can choose from a special selection of both regular and sugar-free chocolates, which Parent-teacher conferences for Maple Valley Junior­ Senior High School are scheduled for 1 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, and Thursday, March 31. Students will be released at 11:15 a.m. on both days. There will be no school on Friday, April 1. Spring break will begin Friday, April 1, and run through Friday, April 8. will be sold either by the box or the piece. Everyone who attends the fund-raiser is invited to put a name in for a free drawing for an Easter basket filled with chocolate treats from Fabriano’s. All proceeds from the fund-raiser will be used to cover the, cost of a new metal drop-box for the library, which is being made by the metal shop class at Maple Valley High School. For more information about the fund-raiser, call Putnam District Library, 327 N. Main St., Nashville, at (517) 852-9723. Vermontville/Gresham churches plan events The Vermontville/Gresham United Methodist church­ es have scheduled a variety of activities and services dur­ ing Holy Week March 20-27. On Palm Sunday, March 20, the "No Strings Attached" youth drama/puppet group of the Vermontville United Methodist Church will pres­ ent a "fashion show1 of the Ar mor ofthe Believer as part of the 11 a.m. worship serv­ ice. The Vermontville and Gresham United Methodist Churches will hold a joint Passover Haggadah for the followers of the Messiah at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 24, at the Vermontville church (northeast corner of Main Street); a joint Good Friday service on March 25 at 7 p.m. at the Gresham church (on Mulliken Road, one mile north of Vermontville Highway); and a joint Easter Sunrise Service at 7 a.m. Easter Sunday morning at the Vermontville church, fol­ lowed by a light breakfast, regular worship at Gresham at 9:30 and regular worship at Vermontville at 11. The Good Friday service will feature the youth drama/puppet group, "No Strings Attached." For more information call the church office at 726­ 0526. Fem Doyle turns 88 Fem Doyle of Middleville will be celebrating her 88th birthday on March 31, 2005. Her daughters would like to surprise her with a card shower. These may be sent to her address at 500 Lincoln, Apt. 319, Middleville, MI 49333. Downtown Hastings on State St. 1-517-852-9481 Mar. 23 Mar. 24 Mar. 26 Mar. 28 Mar. 29 Apr. 1 Apr. 6 Apr. 7 Apr. 11 C^6:+/7/D grads in military service insurance discounts! STAN f you’re carrying a “B” or better average and have, a good driving record, you may be I eligible for a substantial discount on ' $5.50 Seniors your auto insurance premiums through $5.75 DAILY Matiness til 6pm Auto-Owners Insurance Company. Uell—lted Frss Brlsli BefIlla 1.25f Csrs Ref Illa j Stop in our agency and SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE ask us about it! _ O ROBOTS (PG) STADIUM SEATING _ 1:25, 3:30,5:25, 7:20,9:15 ■ ARE WE THERE YET? (PG) xTx MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Mar. 17 Mar. 17 We offer good-student SHOWTIMES 3/15-3/17 ^Diana’s T’foce The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Mar. 16 Mar. 16 Dairy Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Open Judging Team Clinic will be held at Vantage Point Farm, at 6 p.m. Hunter/Jumpers. 10 points will apply to the judging competition at fair. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m. Extension Office. DATE CHANGE. Open Reining Clinic, 6 p.m., with Ed Schaarda at his farm. Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Judging Clinic at Alvador Training & Foaling Stables, 11 a.m., in Saranac. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Enrollment Deadline for new 4-H members. Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m.. First United Methodist Church, Hastings. The Maple Valley Alumni of 1980 from Maple Valley Association’s annual Alumni High School in honor oftheir Banquet slated for Sat. June 50th and 25th anniversaries, 4 at Maple Valley High respectively. School this year will honor On the day of the banquet, graduates from the doors will open at 4 p.m. Vermontville, Nashville and to allow graduates to meet Maple Valley High Schools with their former classmates who have served or are cur­ and fellow grads. The dinner, rently serving their country’s featuring Swiss steak, chick­ “war on terror” in en, vegetables, desserts and Afghanistan or Iraq. beverages, will be served at Russ Furlong, head of the 6:30 p.m. Reservations will association, asks that gradu­ be sent out the first week in ates who have served or are April. The cost is $12 per serving, or anyone who person for the dinner and Christi O’Dell knows of a graduate who is dues are $3 per person. Christi O ofserving, to supply, a photo in Tickets will also be available O’’Dell Dell Vermontville, a 2004 gradu­ uniform, and information at the door. Anyone who would like to ate of Maple Valley High including name, rank and make special arrangements School was among the more dates of service. The photos will be dis- for their class or has a photo than 1,000 students placed on the 2004 Dean's List for the played during the banquet and information about a serv­ fall term at at Michigan Michigan and the service men and ice man or woman they women will receive a letter would like to see honored is Technological University. Students must earn at least of honor from the alumni asked to call or write Rose Murphy, (517) 852-9754, a 3.5 grade point average on a association after the banquet. The association also will 704 East St., Nashville MI 4.0 scale to be named to the dean’s list at Michigan Tech, be recognizing the graduat- 49073 or Russ Furlong (517) Box 255, which is located in the Upper ing Class of 1955 from 852-1981, Nashville and Vermontville Nashville, MI 49073. Peninsua at Houghton.. O'Dell, is a freshman, High Schools and the Class­ studying engineering. $6:00 Students 5 Lata Shows Frl 5 Sat ■ XTX Vermontville teen on dean’s list at Mich. Tech 945-SHOW $5.25 Kids all show | Mar. 15 plan is a fairly important thing. Another example might be the fact that a lot of the older lots in town are undersized according to the current zoning ordinance which calls for 15,000 square feet and you can’t put lots together to make one because there are two houses on them. So, we might make the older section of town R-1A residential, and the newer, complaint section oftown R1B residential because it conforms to current zoning ordi­ nances. Maybe we will want more high density housing in the new section with green areas. These are all things we want to think about. “The more ideas we get from people in the community, the better this master plan will be,” said Bracy. HASTINGS 4 I CALENDAR OF EVENTS ^Auto-Owners Insurance ■ 1:40,4:05.7:10,9:05 a OBE COOL (PG-13) Life Home Car Business The,'NoPMbm.fkop^ DIGITAL /STADIUM SEATING ■ 1:45,4:15,7:00,9:20 ■ O THE PACIFIER (PG) stadium seating H 1:15, 3:15,'5:15,7:20,9:25 xTx l iS 1 I TRUMBLE AGENCY 200Z.DRINK ggjgi b£stdeXl ^Newsletterat www.hastinqs4.com BETTY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, March 15,2005 — Page 4 Miles Kelly Walter MIDDLEVILLE - Miles avid outdoorsman enjoyed Kelly Walter, age 42, of hunting, fishing, camping, Middleville, died bowling and playing softball. Wednesday, March 9, 2005 Miles is survived by is at Pennock Hospital. wife, Debbie; son, Seth Miles was bom on March (Amanda) Walter of 30, 1962 in Grand Rapids, Middleville; parents, Lora Jim Walter of HASTINGS - Linda Joyce and John (Torrey) Newton of Pastor Bob Roush officiat­ the son of Jim and Lora and Middleville; sister, Mindy Newton, age 56, of Hastings, Williamston, South ing. Burial was at Rutland (Weaver) Walter. He was raised in the Walter of Grand Rapids; died Thursday, February 24, Carolina; nieces and Township Cemetery. Rapids mother-in-law and father-in­ Memorial contributions Kentwood/Grand 2005 at Hastings Home nephews; aunt, Joyce Adult Care. (Franklin “Ping”) Beckwith may be made to Hastings areas and attended schools law, Judy and Stan Barnes of Linda was bom ' on of Hastings and uncle, Lyle Home -Adult Care, Barry there, graduating in 1980 Grand Rapids; sister-in-law October 17, 1948 in (Phyllis) Newton of Beulah. Community Hospice or from East Kentwood High and brother-in-law, Kim and Hastings, the daughter of Preceding her in death Barry County Mental Health. School. He went on to attend Nathan Winters of New Robert and Helen (Price) were her father, Robert on Arrangements were made Ferris State College for one York; niece and nephew, Newton. Anna and Joe Winters of Feb. 26, 1985 and her moth­ by Wren Funeral Home of year. Linda is survived by broth­ er Helen on June 21, 1992. He was married to New York; and a host of Hastings (www.wren-funerers, Robert (Sharon) Bowden Services were held al-home-com). Deborah Lynn Barnes on friends. of Caledonia, Walter Monday, February 28, 2005 Preceding him in death September 11, 1982. Bowden of Ocala, Florida at Wren Funeral Home with He was a licensed residen­ were an infant daughter, Kelly Lynn Walter. tial builder for several years. Services were held He was a member and trustee of Middleville Saturday, March 12, 2005 at and twice Past Matron of with Rev. Alan Leach offici­ Wesleyan Church, a member Middleville GRAND LEDGE - Neva I. Wesleyan Sackett, age 87, of Grand Mulliken O.E.S. Chapter ating. Interment was- in of Home Building Assoc, of Church with Pastor Mark Welch Cemetery. Eastern Greater Grand Rapids, mem­ Patchett officiating. Burial Ledge, formerly ofMulliken, #161. Surviving are her daugh­ Star services were held ber Remodelers Council, was at Pine Hill Cemetery, died Tuesday morning, Amanda (Bryce) Thursday evening at the March 8, 2005 at the Eaton ter, funeral home. County Medical Care MacDonald ofVermontville; Facility in Charlotte. two sons, Bill (Chris) Sackett Pallbearers were Dennis NASHVILLE Barbara rant with her husband Mrs. Sackett was bom of Byron Center and Bob Ackerson, Randy Hankins, Luella (Blair) (Cox) Herbert, Leonard Cox in Huntsville, June 23, 1917 in Roxand (Sue) Sackett of Grand Scott Hartman, Ken ofNashville, bom January 4, TN, where she also hosted a Township, a daughter of Ledge; 11 grandchildren; 14 MacDonald, Tony Pruden, 1935 to parents Olive weekly Bible television Charles A. and Edna Grace great grandchildren; two Ben Sackett, Cory Sackett, (Baker) and William Blair. show. She was a talented and (Green) Bell. She was pre­ great great grandchildren and Tim Sackett and Tim Ware. Accepting the Lord as her creative crafter who espe­ ceded in death by her hus­ several nieces and nephews. Arrangements were made personal savior in 1967 and cially enjoyed crocheting, band, Noble, and her daugh­ Services were held 10:30 by Barker-Leik Funeral having completed her earthly painting, and collecting ter, Vanya Ackerson. Mrs. a.m. Friday at Barker-Leik Home, Mulliken. purpose for Him, her Lord recipes. Sackett was a life member Funeral Home, Mulliken, gently lifted her into His She will be greatly missed Linda Joyce Newton ——---- Neva f. Sackett Kentwood. Memorial contributions may be made to Middleville Wesleyan Church or Pennock Hospital Foundation. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings' (www.wren-funeral-home.com) Barbara Luella (Blair) (Cox) Herbert 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. PUTNAM DISTRICT LIBRARY (ffwcolate £xJbirwajcpan$a Fabiano’s Saturday, March 19 • 10 am-2 pm 327 N. Main, Nashville, MI Taste-testing, Easter Basket Drawing, Chocolate & Sugar Free Cholcolate Sales 06604646 H (517)852-9712 ■F^i 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville §83 07513930 | Come join uo oh Miudi I9tk at tk&.. I Vermontville United Methodist Church for a CHICKEN DINNER FUNDRAISER Featuring Chocolate & Sugar Free Chocolate by ...as we raise money for our local HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HOME. Dinner will be served 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Suggested Donation of $7.50 - e rs Nashville s Only Famity Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 & Family Owner/Manager until reunited in Heaven by her husband, Art Herbert; stepdaughter, Teresa (Jim) (Cox) Mullis of Georgia; children, Randy (Rose) Cox of Nashville, Gary (Mary) Cox of Howe, IN, Barbara (Ken) Richards ofNashville, Dianna (Rick) Knauss of Middleville, Tamela Twiss ofCaledonia, Bradley Cox of Middleville; stepchildren, Paul (Marlene) Herbert of North Carolina, Tim Herbert of Florida and Melissa Herbert of Florida; siblings, Marilyn (George) Boden, Bill (Brenda) Blair, Bernard (Bonnie) Blair, Judy Kaye Hill, Linda Burchett; and stepmother, Judy Blair; dear­ est aunts, Ann Wright of Modesto, California and Frances Hayes of Correction: k Presents Its 2005 “Our Family Serving Yours arms and promoted her to glory in heaven to begin her eternal life March 10, 2005. People will remember Barb for her unfailing love and devotion to her family and close friends, her unshakable strength in and love for her Lord, kindness, generosity, and good humor. She touched many lives by her faith and. commitment to Jesus. She was an awesome warrior for the Lord. Psalm: 116:15, “Precious in the sight ofthe Lord is the death of His saints.” Barb served her communi­ ties as a volunteer Girl Scout leader, Sunday school teacher and ministered to people through her CB han­ dle “Rebel’s Angel.” She owned and operated a restau- Kalamazoo; numerous grandchildren, great grand­ children, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; long­ time friends, Marlene VanOcker, Fred and Sylvia Westra, “sister in Christ” Peggy Hoffman, “daughter in Christ” Becky Irving. Preceded in death by her parents, Olive and William Blair; brother, Dick Curtis; sister, Cindy Talbot; and husband, Leonard Cox. A private burial service will be held Tuesday, March 15 by her family at Rutland Township Cemetery in Hastings. A celebration of her life (open microphone format) will be held at Prairieville Bible Church, 12711 S. M­ 43 Hwy. in Delton, 1 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 2005. Her son, Gary Cox, officiat­ ing. A luncheon will follow. Floral arrangements will be received at the church that Saturday morning from 10 a.m. until noon. Arrangements by Daniels Funeral home, Nashville. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival Starts Friday Evening, April 22nd All Day Sat. & Sun., April 23rd & 24th TALENT SHOW Fri., April 22 • 6:30 pm Call 517-726-0970 Three Divisions: • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • Ages 18 and over Apphcation deadline A^ril IS,* 2005* t An article in last week’s edition of the Maple Valley News incorrectly identified Steve Hayes as the president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association; Gene Fisher is the current president of the Vermontville pres Maple SyrupFestival Association. Hayes is the president of the Vermontville Historical Society. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �The Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, March 15,2005 , — Page g 5 Bellevue summer ball set to start just East of Barry Co. Plans are under way for the Bellevue Youth Recreation Association (BYRA) summer baseball and softball program to organize teams for the 2005 season. BYRA offers both a grad­ uated recreation league and 12-and-under along with 14and-under travel teams for those who enjoy the compet­ itive leagues. BYRA has grown into an exciting summer program over the years providing an organized sports program for nearly 250 area youth from preschool to 14 years of age. The program offers a posi­ tive experience for the com­ munity that strives to instruct sportsmanship, respect and commitment. The boys travel league will participate in both the AABC and NBC districts and the girls playing in the ASA district playing teams in the local area. Fees for the travel league will be $50 per player. The recreation league offers co-ed T-ball ($10.00) coach pitch with our Pee Wee division and player pitch with our intermediate division with fees being $18.00 respectively. Fees help offset the cost for equipment, umpires, field supplies and league fees. Signups are currently being accepted. You can sign up by obtaining a registration from the Bellevue Elementary and Middle School offices, by visiting our website at www.jrbroncos.com and download a form or in person at the ele­ mentary gym on Saturday March 12 and 19 from 9am - 3pm. Questions can be sent to byraball@aol.com. The Bellevue Invitational 5th Annual Tournament is also hosting by BYRA with dates for boys 12U and 14U being held on June 10-12 and girls 12U, 14U and 16U are held on June 17-19, 2005. New Cotton Monotones & Prints ’iy g FREE GIFT with $ 100.00 or more purchase See what is on our. SALE TABLE! QUESTIONS: ASK US... <?****■**£***<#?<**-■<# ?.*•$*?#**■ St. Patrick’s Day Dance 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 j. OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; J Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm |fl Nashville VFW Post 8260 Saturday, March 19 th ws,/* s,/* * pi « . Lions Student of Month announced for March hi tai lainfflim :rr fh । Uh | n Ifafalttlf,® tfa ftntijGuifc eMx i xx .latafifc ■bt Skews1-! Eli Bodiktall tH- Sato to® ir ai i»«ta tg j holtelUt I’ll The Vermontville Lions Club has selected Maplewood Elementary sixth-grader Nicole Phenix as Student of the Month for March. Teachers have described her as “a very respectful, courteous young lady. She is always there to help those who need help. She treats all students in her class with respect. “Nicole works hard in class and gets all her work done on time. Nicole's favorite subject is spelling. “Out side of school, Nicole likes to go shop­ ping and listening to music. She also likes to go boating and tubing.” 8 PM-Midnight 5 Music provided by X **06604509 06604509 Vermontville Lions President Bill Mason presents Nicole Phenix with the Student of the Month award for March. HulstCleanersPick-UpStation “Country Rock Productions &* A if* if* AA if4 W pi A% * * # »* At ■ «■ GOD DOESN'T EXPECT YOU TO BE PERFECT! NEITHER WE. Nobody’s perfect, but God loves us one and all. Here, among other thinkers, seekers, and believers, you'll find that this is a church where you can examine your faith and grow stronger in it. Come and see. Living in God's amazing grace i ■Qi-. Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church 6261 Velte Road, one-half mile south of Lakewood High School Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 06604682 Nashville VFW 8260 TACO riNNrR au-vov-caN- FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2005 5:30-7:00PM Adults ~ ‘5.00 • Children under 12 ~ *250 Allprofitsfrom this dinner will go to the Maple Valley Band in appreciation ofall their assistance throughout the year. ozsieosi �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, March 15,2005 — Page 6 Nashville woman named to Camp Manitou-Lin post by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Shawna Hubbarth of Nashville has been appoint­ ed new gardening coordina­ tor for YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Yankee Springs. The camp is launching a children’s garden this spring. Hubbarth hopes to create a place where children can learn about gardening through a variety of interactive experiences with the help of volunteers. “We are starting this gar- den literally from the ground up,” Hubbarth says. “Progress this year will directly depend on the efforts of volunteers. “We are basically starting with a patch of sandy soil and a dream. Karin Denman, the Outdoor Education direc­ tor, and I have been talking for months about our goals and ideas for this space. We envision a garden that will encourage the awareness and importance of plants and the role they play in our daily environment. Hubbarth believes that in the fast-paced modem world many children are discon­ nected from the reality of simple ideas like where their food comes from. The gar­ den also will teach children how to create compost and go over the cycles of plant growth. Few children, Hubbarth believes, have had the pleas­ ure of entering into a rela­ tionship with tending plants and witnessing the growth cycle. “We hope to bridge that connection and create a place of beauty that will nourish their minds and natu­ ral curiosity through a vari­ ety of interactive hands-on activities that will create a space that will nourish their souls as well.” Hubbarth said plans for the garden are sketched out and the finished proposal includes vegetable beds, multi-cultural themed beds, a butterfly garden, a children’s herb garden and an alphabet garden. There are plans for a pumpkin patch, fruit trees and a pond. “We want to create a whimsical, child friendly space, but also a garden that gels nicely with botany cur­ ricula tailored for each age level. We hope to create a space that will also challenge the children through handson experiments to explore the natural world in a direct way,” said Hubbarth. She has already planned the composting system and a vermi-composting bin. “Taking on a project of this scale can be daunting, Hubbarth said, “but there is a lot of excitement and enthu­ siasm behind the idea of cre­ ating this space that will serve the children in our community for many years to come. “To make this project a reality we are going to need as much help from the com- YMCA Camp Manitoumunity as possible. We des­ perately need donations of Lin is located on Briggs basic garden start-up items Road in Yankee Springs. such as loads of manure, The 160-acre facility oper­ straw bales, someone to till ates year round with summer the soil. The garden effort camp, day camp, outdoor will also need bricks, plants, education for school children paving stones and wood.” in grades 4 to 12 and a retreat Hubbarth has planned and conference program. three work dates on There are 17 heated cabins Saturdays in April. She with bathrooms. The sum­ hopes to start work on April mer camp program includes 9 with other work dates on rock climbing, sailing, April 23 and 30. canoeing, kayaking, horse­ “Weather permitting we back riding, arts and crafts, are hoping to get out there on nature activities, zip line and site and start working. We the high ropes course. welcome anyone form the The CheffLodge serves as community that has an inter­ dining hall and multi-pur­ est in this project to come to pose building. the work days and be part of Call 795-9163 for infor­ the excitement,” Hubbarth mation on how to donate or said. volunteer for the garden Anyone who would like to project or to learn more donate manure, straw or about camping and other other items can call 795­ activities at Camp Manitou9163 for more information. Lin. Volunteers who have carpen­ try and building skills are needed. Engagements 06604385 1ST ANNUAL Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival FLEA MARKET Location: Village DPW parking lot 40 Booths Available Outside Only Booth Size 10x10 - $50.00 ea. To Receive an application, mail a self-addressed stamped envelope to Lydia McCauley 5481 Brown Rd. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Apsey-Cheeseman The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival draws 30,000 people to this small community during the last full weekend of April. Setup Friday 4/22/05 1 to 6pm Saturday 4/23/05 7 to 10am Show times Saturday 4/23/05 10am to 7pm Sunday 4/24/0510am to 4pm This show is for the buy/sell items not available at the arts and crafts show. Tel. 517-726-0633 E-mail: lydlamccauley@russellschrader.com Optimist Club recognizes students Jim and Lou Ann Apsey of Woodland are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Renae Ulrike Apsey to Darold Christopher Cheeseman, son of Darold and Carol Cheeseman of Nashville. An August 13, 2005 wed­ ding is being planned. Norm' Porter (left), Nathanael Smith (center) and Michael Chapman were nominat­ ed by Maple Valley High School guidance counselor Dawn Yager for recognition by the Charlotte Optimist Club as part of their “Youth Appreciation Week,” which was observed during the last week of February. wanted: Standing Timber Cash Management Plus Account 2.0% call Hughes Logging LU Annual Percentage Yield* Since 1980 at the $50,000 deposit level Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 The accessibility of a savings account with the benefit of higher rates! Log With Horses or Skidder 05527888 Maple Valley Accounting & Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is as of 2/15/05 and is subject to change without notice. Account fees could reduce earnings. A fee of $6.95 will be imposed every statement cycle in which the account falls below $1,995 on any day of the cycle. APY is 2.02% for balances of $50,000 and above. APY is 0.91% on balances of $25,000-$49,999; Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL's (Refund anticipation loan) Check as soon as 24 hours 0.76% for balances of $7,500-$24,999; 0.60% for balances less than $7,500. Not available for businesses or public units. Student and Senior Rates!! Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net Hastings City Bank Member FDIC Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 www.hastingscitybank.com 269-945-2401 We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. Laman-Main The parents of Heather Marie Larman and Shane Alan Main are proud to announce the engagement of their children. The bride-to-be and her parents Keith and Lou Ann Anderson are from Tustin, MI. Heather is a graduate of Ferris State University with a science teaching degree. The groom elect and his parents Robert and Kathy Main are from Hastings. Shane is a graduate of Collins College in Arizona with a computer visual com­ munications degree. 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Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News'Tuesday, March 15,2005 — Page 8 MAPLE VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE Baseball & softball Sign-Up March 16th (Wednesday) • 5-7 p.m. at the MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA ACES 6-7 8-9 10 - 12 10- 12 13 - 15 13 - 15 CROUPS COST •20 •25 •25 •25 •25 •25 CO-ED TEE BALL BOYS & GIRLS PEEWEE MINOR BOYS MINOR GIRLS MAJOR GIRLS MAJOR BOYS For any questions, call Ed: 517-852-0898 F 1IARI T_ ■111/1 1 1■/1I1 A(£^1*1RM Ihmf |fm“ If Iiff £ A A11II III l"*\/ l"*Y YI\/ x/ *'T_ £1 MI |“ if £11 I ■ ■1(^*1 hmm I Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service W Real Estate ^ 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE lAttS. Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.iansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Wlnegar, Broker - GRI Jerry Reese, Realtor Rick Wlnegar, Realtor Home 517-726-0223 Home 517-852-5066 ..Cell 269-838-2884 PRICE REDUCEDI WEST OF BELLEVUE ON M-78 2 bedroom ranch home on 3+ acres, 2 car garage, pole barn, 3 seasons enclosed porch," updated win­ dows, electric, siding, waler softener fit furnace. Good starter home. Call Jerry for full details. (CH-97) 4 BEDROOMS - 2 BATHS IN NASHVILLE Remodeled 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home. 7x38 wrap-around deck + back deck, 1st floor laundry, long countertop island between dining room fir kitchen. Updates in 2002. Roof 2004. Call Rick. (CH-102) Young Lion ladies finish off an outstanding 2005 season S The Maple Valley fifth grade girls’ basketball team went 12-1 this season, and won the SMYA tournament. Team members are, front from left, Ashley Lesage, Kaitlyn Petersen, Jenna Whitaker, Micha Sprague, back, assistant coach Kirt Petersen, Rachael Russell, McKenna Mater, Zoann Siple, Katelyn Wilson, Mikaela Bromley, and coach Scott Casler. Briana Bromley chosen as Miss Junior Nashville Briana Bromley, 16-yearold daughter of Rane Ferrier and granddaughter of Jim and Rhea Ferrier, recently won the title of Miss Junior Nashville City Queen and competed Feb. 19 for the title of Miss Junior Michigan. Bromley attends Maple Valley Junior-Senior High School and is active in the high school's dramas and musicals, National Honor Society, Honors Choir, the tennis club, youth group, and other church activities. Sponsoring her in the state pageant .were Becky Niemeyer, Candace Ferrier, Gail Johnson, Hillary Leatherman, Lynn Rigelman, Maple Valley Accounting and Tax Agency LLC, Norma Acker, Rachel Cobb ■FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 4 BEDROOM RANCH IN NASHVILLE Built in 1990 on corner lot with mature shade trees, patio, newer roof, full basement fit pantry. One block from the stores, walk to post office. Seller will look at all offers!! Call Jerry (N-95) 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Home has lots of potential, across from park on city lot, plus "extra' loL Call Rich for more information. (N-101) Will Mfcag a Sep# Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2", 5” Well Drilling & Repair I I Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 PRICE REDUCEDI OCCUPANCY AT CLOSER NICE FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE: 7 room, 3 bedroom, all appliances and some furniture included. Central air, 2 1/2 car garage, shows AAA. Call Homer. (N-96) 'IN COUNTRY" BETWEEN NASHVILLE fit HASTINGS 2 story home with 5 bedrooms, I 1/2 baths, large fire­ place, country kitchen—home sits back from the road, stream along side, mature shade trees, circle drive. 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06571022 Athlete of the week Jeny(CH-92) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDI! East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDI! ttrkcd building site, sur­ veyed. Hear Hastings "in the country". Great view, close to public hunting at fishing. Lots of birds fir wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, convention­ al perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-89) 5 1/2 ACRES NEAR OLIVET » 1-69 INTERCHANGE: Approx, half-wooded, rolling building site, walkout basement k possible, paved road, lots of wildlife. Call Homer. (VL-100) Maple Valley High School Varsity Wrestling $125,00011 "IN COUNTRY" WEST OF NASHVILLE "OLDSTYLE" FARMSTEAD BRICK HOME 2 story brick house, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 large enclosed porches, deck, barn, granary and 2 1/2 car garage. Mature shade trees ft fruit trees, above ground pool and circle drive. Lot size subject to survey and ZBA approval. Approx. 2 acres. Call Jerry (CH-86). Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-876-7085 Maple Valley senior Ben Boss ended an outstanding varsity wrestling career over the week­ end at the individual state finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Boss was the eighth place medalist in Division 3's 145-pound weight class, and ends the sea­ son with a record of 45-4. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 1 N. Main St Nashville, Ml 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTARLE 08801<P1 RREUhFARM BUREAU uSUA . INSURANCE FARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU UFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL Briana Bromley Gorman, Rhea Ferrier, Ros6 Cerny, Ryan Rosin, Shannon Webb, Stacy Leiby, Tonja Hewitt, and Vicki Ferrier. “I had a lot of fun and teamed a lot,” Bromley said. “I hope to represent Nashville next year and place in the top 15 for Miss Junior Michigan. I think that it will really help, now that I know what I need to improve on.” All participants are judged on their stage presence, per­ sonality, ability to speak and content of speech, poise and modeling technique. The Miss Junior America Pageant has been in exis­ tence for 20 years and offers its contestants opportunities. Many previous pageant win­ ners, like Tiffani Amber Thiessen on "Beverly Hills 9020," among others, have been discovered in the Miss Junior America pageant by agents, manager and casting directors, who judge the competitions. Anyone interested in par­ ticipating in the Miss Teen America or Miss Junior America pageant may call Bromley at her home phone at (269) 758-3291. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 15, 2005 — Page 9 Flood Plain Management study results presented Orvin Moore, the one of the owners of Mulberry Gardens banquet facility and a member of the Potowatomi RC&D Council, and some of the speakers at last week’s Thornapple River Flood Plain Management Study for Eaton and Barry. Counties final presentation meeting. Sponsors and interested members of the public were invited to Mulberry Garden’s banquet facility in Nashville last Wednesday for the final presentation of the Thomapple River Flood Plain Management Study. A welcome and introduc­ tion was given by Dan Kingma and Mike Lawless, conservation district repre­ sentatives for Barry and Eaton. Then Orvin Moore, a member of the Potawatomi Recreation, Conservation & Development Council, explained the purpose of the meeting. The presenters included Jack Bricker, USDA-NRCS State Conservationist; Steve Bare from Barry County USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), who spoke about why the flood plain study was needed; Karry Trickey from the Eaton County USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), who spoke about the advantages and benefits of a FPMS; USDA-NRCS economist June Grabemeyer, the economic impacts of the study; USDA-NRCS state hydrologist Tom Bourdon, how to use information from the study; and Bruce Menerey, from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), who spoke about why the MDEQ promotes the FPMS and perspective on the National Flood Plain Insurance program. The presenters were available to answer questions from sponsors and the public after the presentation. The objectives of the FPMS were to provide infor­ mation and alternatives that would allow communities to reduce present and future flood problems through the use of zoning ordinance sand structural measures; reduce risk of flood loses, minimize the impact of floods on human safety, health and welfare, restore or preserve flood plains, help communi­ ty planners and officials develop local flood plain management programs, determine if proposed build­ ing sites are located in flood plain areas; and identifies problem areas where period­ ic flooding occurs in areas adjacent to streams, stream areas that are undergoing development pressure, build­ ing on flood plains or more pressure to do so and flood prone soils and topographic maps. FPMS are appropriate in areas which need technical information to develop local flood plain management pro­ grams, the conservation dis­ trict, road commission, drain commission, county plan­ ning commission, and local townships support the need for a FPMS and agree to sponsor one; there is a need for flood plain management data to help communities implement a local flood plain management program; there is a need for technical infor­ mation (stream hydrology, 100- to 500-year flood plain, etc.) to evaluate future effects of floods, inventory natural values, and develop local management alterna­ tives; strong local interest also indicated by county sponsored land use planning and zoning workshops, urban runoff and storm water management workshops; and local entities that are willing to provide local match such as cash, survey assistance, public meetings, and publici­ tyThomapple River Flood Plain Management Study Facts: • The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service entered into an agreement with 23 local gov­ ernments and agencies to conduct the flood plain study in March 2001. The study was completed in June 2004. • The Thomapple River flood plain comprises an area of 392.7 square-miles, or 251,328 acres, in Barry, Eaton and Ionia counties. • The study includes the headwaters of the Thomapple River in Eaton Township to the River Road bridge crossing east of Hastings. This is the largest flood plain study, in terms of stream miles, ever conducted in Michigan. • Approximately 8,785 acres, or 13.7 square-miles along, and adjacent to, the Thomapple River in Barry and Eaton county — ties are in the 100-year flood plain. • At least 157 existing homes in the Barry County portion of the study are potentially in the 100-year flood plain. • The flood plain is a known location of the Indiana bat, which is both a federal and state listed endangered species. • Land use in the study area is 61% crop land, 21% forest, 11% open space, 3% developed, 2% pasture and 2% lakes and other. • NRCS contributed over $200,000 towards the study over the four years it was conducted. The study spon­ sors contributed an addition­ al $60,000 in funding and in­ kind services. The FPMS was sponsored by 26 local sponsors, includ­ ing governmental bodies such as the Barry and County board of commissioners. There are many benefits to local sponsors. The FPMS enables local citizens in the flood plain to qualify for federally subsi­ dized flood plain insurance. Without the study flood insurance is ether unavail­ able, or very costly. Also, now that the study is com­ pleted, the DEQ will set up zones of flood ratings so insurance companies will know how to establish insur­ ance coverage in the area. The FPMS lays out exact areas prone to 100- and 500­ year floods in the study area. Communities can use this information to specify to their builders where not to build. Participation in the FPMS program is voluntary, not regulatory. Individual communities can decide how they want to use the informa­ tion from the study. This study can be used to provide the basis for proper land use planning and zoning where development is limit- Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI This diagram shows the area included in the study. ed in flood prone areas and directed to safer upland areas. The USDA-NRCS took on over 80% of the cost of this study, determining flood hazard areas, probable depth, width and velocity ofwaters, and how often a specific area is likely to flood. The NRCS prepares maps of the flood plain to help guide local planners, information which could be useful to townships and villages. The study will also help communities pre­ pare alternative plans for flood plain management, describing possible effects on the ecosystem, local economy, property and pub­ lic safety. The county road and drain commissions will receive proper sizing information for current road culverts and bridges, as well as being able to request future size infor­ mation based on land use and changes and development. 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Monday, March 21 Hastings, Music with Sam, Card Making, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 22 Hastings - Board Games 10­ 11:30 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Morehouse Kids; Red Hat 1 p.m.; Kinship Care 7 p.m. �The Maple Vafley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 15.2005 — Page 11 Tough competition leaves Boss with eighth place medal by Brett Bremer Srv Sports Editor Ben Boss was in the wrong chair Saturday night The 145-pound medalists in Division 3 sat in a row as K> K ■J■W^tSSt.t. s'^s’Hrr fftt ??fcfibib ft ?fcib 152-pound championships were being wrestled during the individual state the finals at the Palace of Aubum Hills. A senior, Boss sat on the far left side of the row of folding chairs, waiting to accept his eighth place state medal. I was kind of hoping to be at the other end,” said Boss, who finished his senior year with a record of 45-4. Of his four losses, three came over the weekend at the state finals. He was 2-3, improving his career win mark to 194. Boss won a pair of matches in consolation a 10-0 decision over Belding’s Ray Rhoads to open the consolation matches Friday morning and then a 9-2 decision over Lakeview’s Andrew Johnson. Boss was fourth at 140 pounds as a junior, and eighth at 140 as a sopho- * •"(to ** Si ss* sS s S& i ^•taoitis ■Hm.i MM s® to Wirtd irtd tofefiail^m Ct taljifakSiii HD.'ISodJJdj Wtctoiphrtili sp£!,[t»fc,feiri Utj,Mll ^Wtailci' tt!(ttii[|httol Mod ptt * 2 S(iitadiltw fflote IIA1H1I (Btaicw* itaiwI^F (t«taiW jiatyWll into fit* IfM to* jj to x*f %■ %?< Maple Valley’s Ben Boss, top, stretches out Lakeview’s Andrew Johnson during their 145-pound match in the second round of consolation Friday morning at the Palace of Auburn Hills. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale $110 AMISH LOG BED w/ lS*'J MW n^ A 0Z/ tAAA Zk itaj LjU* 2001 CADILLAC SLS: silver signs with your ad that runs in any of our pape papers. 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The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing NOTICE VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Opera House, S. Main St., on Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. to organize the board and review the tax roll for 2005. Public hearings will be held: MONDAY - MARCH 14 9:00 a.m. to noon 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. TUESDAY - MARCH 15 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Any Property Owners wishing to examine their assessment and to show cause why the 2005 Valuation should be changed are urged to attend at these scheduled times. Tentative ratio of 50% and multiplier of 1.000 for all classes of real and personal property. By board resolution residents are able to protest by letter, pro­ vided protest letter is received prior to March 8,2005. freshman year. ‘Til miss the dance,” he said as he watched Jon Reader of Davison win the 152-pound Division 1 title. A fellow 145-pounder Brent Metcalf of Davison stepped to the podium just moments before Boss. Metcalf became the 11th wrestler in Michigan history' to win four individual state titles, and the first to add that accomplishment to four team titles, when he topped Clarkston’s Braden L’Amoreaux 19-7 for the title in Division 1. Lowell’s Joe Mendez was the tenth, when he defeated Lapeer West West’’ss Justin Chrzanowski 6-3 in Division 2’s 135-pound championship. Boss had been hoping for a taste ofthat kind of success heading into the tournament on Thursday afternoon, but that dream was dashed when he was topped by Richmond’s Jordan McKiernan 8-7 in overtime of their opening round match. After winning his first two matches in consolation, Boss ran into Coloma’s Jeremy Ashley who won by techni­ cal fall, 19-4, in the second period of their consolation quarterfinal bout. Boss then couldn’t score a take down in the match for seventh place, against Perry senior Kyle Barnard. Barnard took an 11-6 decision for the seventh place medal. Caro senior Brandon Putman won the 145-pound title in Division 3, topping Montrose junior John Fulger EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WQRK Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES NOTICE The Township will provide necessary reasonable service to individuals with disabilities at the Board of Review meetings upon (3) days notice; Contact Supervisor Russell Laverty (517) 726-1115, 6967 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Mich. 49096. impaired is 1-800-927-9275. . William Crittenden, Assessor i? w. 06603792 n^X Automotive SALE PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 1* ,M> Garage Sale 2 more, and also qualified for the individual finals his Russell Laverty, Supervisor (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Maple Valley senior Ben Boss poses on the medal stand with the rest of the Division 3 145-pound medal winners during Saturday evening's championship finals at the individual state finals at the Palace of Aubum Hills, (Photo by Brett Bremer) 4-2 in the championship final. Boss’ first win this season was an 11-10 decision against Fulger, when the two met in a dual Dec. 2 at Lakewood High School. Fulger was the individual state champion last year at 125 pounds. That was a big win for Boss, and the Lion wrestling program upped the ante this season on its schedule, tak­ ing on some ofthe best com­ petition it could find. The preparation led to a lot of team success at the end of the season, an SMAA. title and tournament title as well as a district championship, “We wrestled tougher teams, definitely,” said Boss. “The way it happened though, there weren’t a lot of tough 145-pounders.’’ Village of Vermontville PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE A pubic meeting on the proposed street and infrastructure improvements on North and South Main between D Street and Second Street, Westside Dr., and Eastside Dr. Is to be field before a special meeting of the Village of Vermontville Council in the Village Office at 121 Eastside Drive, on March 23, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is being held to obtain oral statements or written submittals in place of, or in addition to oral statements regarding the proposed project. The proposed project will include: • Storm sewer and water main improvements along Eastside and Westside Drives. • North and South Main Streets between D Street and 2nd Street will be reconstructed or resurfaced. • The section of South Main Street between C Street and First Street will include the complete replacement and widening of the sidewalks on both sides of the street. • The existing diagonal parking will be eliminated on the east side of Main Street and be replaced with parallel parking in order to allow for a wider walk along the storefronts. • Additional parking will be provided behind the businesses near the Post Office on the east side of Eastside Drive by upgrading and re-constructing the existing gravel parking lot. • Streetscaping (lighting, trees, benches, trash receptacle, stamped concrete walks, etc.) is included. Landscaping and lighting within the park will also be a part of this project. Application is being made to Michigan Economic Development Corporation for Community Development Block Grant Grow Michigan Public Works Project funds in the amount of $925,000. Local match dollars in the amount of $75,000 are also being allocated to fund the project. All information related to this proposed project is available for public inspection at the Village Office at 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Michigan, on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. If you would prefer to send written comments for consideration, please forward them prior to the public meet­ ing to the Village of Vermontville, attention: Village Clerk, at the above address. If you have special needs associated with your attendance at the hearing, please let the Village know, so that a reasonable effort can be made to accommodate your needs. For further information or if you have questions, please call the Village Clerk at 517-726-1429 or the Department of Public Works Garage at 517-726-1444. 06604561 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, March 15, 2005 — Page 12 ANYTHING, continued from page 1 for the gangplank when he sees Hope, whom he has been searching for since that fateful night in Central Park. She asks if he is sailing and he responds, “You bet I’m sailing,” and the ship sets sail to “Bon Voyage.” Unbeknownst to most, another celebrity is sailing, “Moonface Martin,” a one­ time ship’s gambler and “Public Enemy 13,” who is hiding out onboard disguised as a minister. The “13” has brought him bad luck and he is determined to move up the ranks to the 11 or 12 spot. Billy wins Moonface’s friendship when he inadver­ tently identifies Bishop Henry as Moonface to the FBI. The innocent Henry ends up in the ship’s brig and Moonface shows his grati­ tude by giving Billy a pass­ port intended for his friend, “Snake Eyes,” who is num­ ber one on the wanted list and was warned against sail­ ing. His companion, Bonnie, does set sail and spends time with Moonface. The first evening Billy finds out the Hope is engaged to Sir Evelyn, but the Englishman’s lack of romance and upset stomach gives Billy the opportunity to spend the entire night with Hope, “It’s Delovely.” The next morning when Billy gets back to the room he shares with Moonface, he realizes that his boss, Whitney, is their neighbor. Moonface steals Whitney’s glasses so Whitney will not be able to recognize Billy. Meanwhile Moonface finds out that the authorities are searching the ship for Billy, who they think is the real Snake Eyes. In order to warn his new friend that he is in danger, Moonface admits to Billy that he is not a real clergyman and reveals his true identity. 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The young couple love each other “All Through the For reservations: Call (269) 765-5362 or email beflevaet!)eater@ya1)oo.com 06604708 Nate Smith as Billy Crocker and Bekah Welch as Hope Harcourt sing “Delovely Night.” To prevent the wedding from happening, Billy and Moonface trick the converts into exchanging clothes with them and are released from jail in the convicts place. Billy arrives on deck in time to prevent the wedding, by embarrassing Sir Evelyn, with Reno’s help. Reno, reminisces in “Take me Back to Manhattan.” Billy and Hope end up together, as do Reno and Sir Evelyn, Bonnie and Moonface, and Mrs. Harcourt and Mr. Whitney, the only one who is disap­ pointed is Moonface, who is no longer wanted by the FBI. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-03-22.pdf a10c87a41aa5a7edd1602b0bdab306a1 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS 111 49058-1893 PHSRT STP US POSTAGE PAID HASTINGS Ml PERMIT NO. 7 4 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 12, March 22, 2005 Andrea Montgomery fills vacancy on school board by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Maple Valley Board of Education voted unani­ mously last week during its regular monthly meeting to appoint Andrea Montgomery of Charlotte to fill the trustee seat vacated by David Favre, who tendered his resignation at last month’s board meet­ ing. Montgomery and Twilla Gibbons, both of whom had submitted letters of applica­ tion for the appointment, were at last Monday’s meet­ ing for a brief interview before the board made its appointment. . “I’m always looking for ways I help make Maple Valley schools the best they can be,” said Montgomery. “For the past four years I have been thinking about getting back on the board and when I saw (that Favre) was resigning, I thought it would be a good time to give it a try.” Montgomery is no stranger to the Maple Valley School Board. She was pre­ viously appointed and served as a trustee on the board from 1996 to 1997. “I was appointed to finish my brother-in-law’s term when he resigned because he took ajob on the night shift,” explained Montgomery. “I was only on the board one year, but it was a very busy year. That was when we had the bond issue for the school improvements and we were in the middle of a superin­ tendent search.” Montgomery said that though her term was up before the final vote, she was on the board during the inter­ view process and let the board members know that she supported offering a con­ tract to former Superintendent Clark Volz, who served the district for seven years before taking another post last year in Midland. Montgomery also is no stranger to the Maple Valley school system. “My parents graduated for Vermontville and Nashville high schools and my sisters and I graduated from Maple Valley High School,” she said. “Between my four sis­ ters and I, we have ten sons and all of them will be third generation Maple Valley graduates.” Montgomery and her hus­ band, Mark, live on a family farm that once belonged to her great-grandparents with their two sons, Brandon, a Fees to change tor crafters at Father’s Day Car Show by Marcie Westover StaffWriter Crafters at this year’s Father’s Day Car Show at Charlton Park, the largest one-day car show in Michigan, are being asked join Shipshewana on the Road in order to have a booth at the event. This means those who plan to sell arts and crafts must pay a fee to Shipshewana On the Road instead of costs they have absorbed in the past. In pre­ vious years, crafters would pay the $30 fee to participate and register through the park. This year crafters instead have to pay an $85 fee to Shipshewana on the Road. In an official letter to the crafters, Charlton Park noted, “..a stipulation was made by Shipshewana to the Father’s Day Car Club that any of Park’s regular crafters have to join Shipshewana in order to par­ ticipate in the Father’s Day Car Show Event, and thus Shipshewana will come.” It states later in the letter, “If you decide to join Shipshewana... I do not know the fee for joining Shipshewana, but that would be on top of the fee on the registration form.” Julie Lepper, of JDL Corp. Shipshewana on the Road said this will be the first year Shipshewana on the Road has been included in the Father’s Day Car Show. Lepper said she is a neighbor of the executive director of the Car Club and they talked about the possi­ bility having Shipshewana on the Road come to the annual event. They are always looking for new ven­ ues, Lepper said. At the Father’s Day Car Show there will be at least 12,000 people in attendance on Sunday, June 19. On the issue of fees for crafters to join Shipshewana On the Road, the park was the “last to know,” Director of Charlton Park Dr. George Shannon said. Shannon said it is his understanding there is a fee to join Shipshewana on the Road and then from the $30 participation fee collected, $15 of that comes back to the Car. Club and $15 comes back to Charlton Park. Shipshewana On The Road sends out contracts to dealers they work with on a consistent basis and at the Father’s Day Car Show they are the main contact for all general merchandise. Lepper said any crafter who joins Shipshewana on the Road can go to any other show, they only have to apply. The crafters only have to join Shipshewana for the Car Show, not for other Charlton Park events, such as the Corvette Show or Gas and Steam Show. Shannon acknowledged that he has received phone calls from crafters upset about the new rules for this year’s Car Show. Shannon noted many resi- dents are confused about what the 1/4 mill they approved in 1996 actually pays for. Throughout the millage the residents of Barry County are promised many advantages, including free admission to the Fourth of July celebration; free admis­ sion to Charlton Park Village; discounts on educa­ tional programs for Barry County schools; mainte­ nance of the village and recreation area. Shannon noted starting this year admission to the recreation area will be free. For the park, the Father’s Day Car Show brings in more money than all other special events combined. Shannon said it’s in the best interests ofthe park and county to continue improve­ ments for the park. The Father’s Day Car Show will be on June 19 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Charlton Park. senior at Maple Valley High School, and Cody, who is a sophomore. Montgomery is a member of the Band Boosters and is treasurer of the FFA Alumni Association, which was formed a couple of years ago. “I just try to help out where ever I can,” said Montgomery, who is a sys­ tems analyst and program­ mer for Auto Owners Insurance in Lansing. “I have a lot of friends whose kids go to school in Lansing. In the big schools the kids are often just num­ bers. I know some of the big­ ger schools have better cur­ riculums, but what I love Andrea Montgomery about Maple Valley is that people know you. When I go to the schools, the teachers See SCHOOL, page 7 Know your local ordinances; Most common complaint is about junk violations General law ordinances letter notifying the owner is went into effect in the sent. The owner has 30 days Village of Vermontville on to correct the problem if the Feb. 19, 2004. violation is junk related. If A common complaint the violation is a junk /unlibrought to the village by res­ censed auto, then the owner idents is about accumulation has 60 days to correct the of junk and junk autos, problem. The Ordinance Chapter 35 of the Code of Department is willing to Ordinancesdeals with this work with residents to cor­ problem. rect their violations. Anyone The unauthorized storage who needs assistance is or accumulation of’ refuse, asked to please call the vil­ garbage, junk, junk motor lage office, If the violation is vehicles, abandoned vehi­ not taken care of, or if argu­ cles, building materials, yard ments have not been made waste or clippings, or similar with the village, then a cita­ materials on any private tion for the violation is property shall be a violation. issued. The penalty for viola­ Junk is defined as parts of tion of this ordinance is a machinery or motor whicles, fine of not less than $10 nor broken and unusable furni­ more than $100 together with ture, appliances, remnants of cost of prosecution, or by wood, metal, or any other imprisonment in the county cast off material of any kind. jail for up to 90 days. Junk motor vehicles are Residents of the village defined as any motor vehicle may dispose of most trash not licensed and/or operative during the free disposal day for any reason for a period in Monday, April 11, when all excess of 60 days, residents are invited to clean When the Ordinance out and dispose of trash. tunity to laid their support For more information, to more effective law Department receives a com­ enforcement and to help plaint, an inspection is made please call the village office of the property. If, in fact, it at 726-1429. local law enforcement offi­ appears there is a violation, a cers protect the lives and property of citizens. “As the need for building stronger public-private law enforcement partnerships in this country continues to • Fuller 3rd-graders join senior citi escalate, programs such as . zens for lunch this continue to grow in • Local FFA chapter wins awards at importance," said the sher­ state convention in E. Lansing iff. "I encourage everyone receiving a membership • Grace Community Church plans egg appeal to consider joining hunt March 26 forces with Us by becoming • Canadians win floor hockey playoff an associate member. It is a • Lions earn all-SMAA first team valuable investment in the future." Sheriff seeking new associate members Responding to the increasing number of peo­ ple wanting, to help law enforcement officials and build a stronger partnership m the fight against crime, Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf has announced that citizens are being invited to become associate members of the Michigan Sheriffs Association Educational Services. Membership appeals will go out in the mail shortly. Individuals choosing to join the voluntary program can do so for as little as $20, while businesses can show support with a $50 contri- bution. The funding provides critically important techni­ cal resources, training, and legislative support on key criminal justice issues,” Leaf said. Contributions are tax deductible. "With government fund­ ing becoming increasingly difficult to secure, the membership drive has taken on greater importance than ever before," said Leaf. "The funding is vital to helping us carry out our mission of making our communities safer places to live, work and play." Individuals who do not receive a membership appeal and would like more information may do s.o by contacting the Michigan Sheriffs' Association Educational Services:- 515 North Capitol Avenue, Lansing, MI 49933. Phone: 317-485-3135. Information is also available online at www.michigansberiffcom, Residents can also become members of the program by contacting the sheriff’s office at 9484804. The membership pro­ gram was formed, to pro­ vide citizens with an oppor- In This Issue �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, March 22,2005 — Page 2 Fuller 3rd-graders join senior citizens for lunch each student who had a par­ ticipation form signed by their parents had two oppor­ tunities during the school year to visit the center, for lunch with the approximately eight seniors who lunch there on a regular basis. According to Wilson the program promoted responsibility, trustworthiness and caring for others, which are positive caring traits; helps young people develop stronger ties to their schools, community and society; pro­ motes exploration of various career pathways; and improves academics. Wilson added that the This year the senior citi­ zens who attended the Barry County Commission on Aging (COA) Meals-onWheels site based program lunches at the Senior Center at the Masonic Temple, had a little extra company on Fridays. Since the beginning of the school year, three students each week from Christine Smith’s third grade class at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville have been walking to the center to join the seniors for lunch. The program, which was coordinated by school social worker Pat Wilson, gave Seven local students learn about leadership, accounting Third grade students from Christine Smith’s third grade class from Fuller Street Elementary School join senior citizens in clapping along with the band at Nashville’s Senior Citizen Center last Friday. High school business teacher Jassen Dowling took seven students to a leader­ ship conference March 2 at Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. We offer good-student insurance discounts! The students, Candace Ferrier, Jessica Ellison, Katie Davis, Jessica McMillen, Dhani Tobias, Sadie Blodgett and Rachel Croff, had the opportunity to listen to speakers and meet other accounting students to hear the role of an accountant in today’s world. The speakers all CPAs (certified public accountants) covered many different fields, from large firms such as Ernst & Young to IRS fed­ eral officers. One of the speakers was Special Agent Steve Moore of the IRS who explained the importance of CPAs in crim­ inal investigations. He works in the Detroit Metro area and many times is involved in drug busts as part of the ambush. The federal agents send in CPAs to check records to prosecute the deal­ ers for tax evasion and laun­ dering ofmoney. Laundering of money can cause the offender to be imprisoned for not more than 20 years or fined not more than $500,000 or twice the value of the property involved. Moore explained this adds to the crimes of the dealers and involves the federal system. 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Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 BE S T m at 1I M L' S ?!D*®E?M.*. inE e> NMAeYw 3s1l.2eDt0t6 er " M V |’ I www.hastinqs4.com , ’ www.hastings4.com LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. 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 Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ ........ 11 a.m. ..................6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Church Service....... ...... 9 a.m. Sunday School........ 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship............................ 11 Evening Worship .................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Senrice ......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH . One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH FIRST NORTH KALAMO CONGREGATIONAL UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH 110S. Main', Vermontville CHURCH Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Worship Service 9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 goals for the group included learning about volunteering, etiquette and citizenship. The socials social interaction between the students and senior citizens and the les­ sons learned in etiquette sup­ ported Smith’s goal of build­ ing a sense of community among her students. “We believe that it was truly a win-win situation,” said Wilson. “This was a lot to ask third-graders. It took courage to sit next to com­ plete strangers and have lunch with them. Everyone is proud of them.” Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) . Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday Schoo 9:45 a.m. A.M. Senrice................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 7 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN 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 Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK The agent further told about a car dealer who was prosecuted for selling BMWs for cash to local drug dealers and was investigated. Another interesting speak­ er was Darryl Jackson, vice president of Dodge Marketing, a CPA who is in charge of promoting and advertising of Dodge vehi­ cles. The students where able to see some of the advertis­ ing for Dodge trucks with the “Hemi.” Jackson was responsible for a 43% increase in sales in the Dodge pickup division in 2002. He talked about the skills needed to be successful in business and in the account­ ing field, including strong analytical skills, ability to manage money, minimizing costs/maximizing revenue, documenting financial activity/being able to present that to others, and a commitment to professional and ethical behavior. The students enjoyed the conference and learned the opportunities in accounting they also found out about ways to succeed in college and life. 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �_ _ Thehe Maple Maple Valley Valley News, News,Nashville, Nashville, Tuesday, Tuesday,March March 22,2005 22,2005 —— Page Page 3 3 __ Local FFA chapter wins awards at state convention in E. Lansing by Brandon Montgomery tO l)t teiujnitt tt ® feli idife < ,Jk alwlsBs,!?5 las i®gi®gji|gj t JosKMinij're 2a- taffiiit[nH£ sytattup: Eq lOifeijilitr: ■ it tpfcstaili ■dir tdra. । as r ; ta tdt Fjd jgt litffitoajrii; ante al W| jffflntifiiiffitoil® tai o ujsiomM ggd dfe The Maple Valley FFA chapter attended the 77the state convention of the Future Farmers of America at Michigan State University in East Lansing March 9 through March 11. Maple Valley received three chapter awards, the National Chapter Award, Superior Chapter Award and Membership Booster Award. The Superior Chapter Award demonstrated the Maple Valley FFA does a variety of FFA activities. The National Chapter Award is based on students, com­ munity and chapter develop­ ment, Maple Valley was rec­ ognized for increasing mem­ bership by 11 members this year. The chapter also sent seven members to receive their State FFA Degrees, the highest that can be received by students in Michigan.. The seven recipients were Brandon Montgomery, Matthew Norton, Jacob McMillon, Amanda Ketchum, Amanda Rumsey, Katie Eldred and Nicole Cantrell. The chapter also sent three members to receive the Outstanding Junior degree. The three members were Dhanielle Tobias, Norm Porter and Lacey Ward. The Maple Valley chapter had eight members go to state and play in the State FFA Band. They were Nicole Cantrell, Amanda Rumsey, Heather Ruffner, Amber Hamilton, Hillary Ruffner, Chris Caldwell, Amber Cantrell, and Nikki Dunn. The chapter had one mem­ ber, Katie Eldred, running for state office. She was not elected, but everybody at the local chapter said they were very proud of her efforts. Eldred also competed in Extemporaneous Speaking contest, in which she received a silver award. She also received the FFA Agri­ science Scholarship to attend MSU next year. The local chapter also sent one member to compete for the national talent show. Dhanielle Tobias sang her way into qualifying for the next round of the national talent show. She will now apply to compete in the National FFA Talent Show in Louisville, Ky., next October. Chris Caldwell and Salena Norm Porter, Dhanielle Tobias and Lacey Ward, recipients of Michigan Woodman served as official Outstanding Junior Award. delegates for Maple Valley this year and had the oppor­ tunity to visit the State Capital. While there the del­ egates met with State Senator Patricia Birkholz and State Representative Rick Jones. During the convention there were eight sessions. They had many awards, pub­ lic speakers, and elections of state officers. There also were retiring speeches of last year’s state officers. The keynote speaker of the convention was Dr. Guy Rice Doud, a language arts teacher in Brainerd, Minnesota. He was the United States teacher of the year in 1986 and President Ronald Reagan selected him. His message motivated members to serve as better citizens in this country. Salena Woodman and Chris Caldwell pictured with State Representative Rick Members who took part in Jones the convention were Brandon Montgomery, Jessica Lawless, Jacob Matthew Norton, Katie McMillon, Nathan Hale, Eldred, Nicole Cantrell, Norm Porter, Lacey Ward Amanda Ketchum, Dhanielle and Amanda Rumsey. Tobias, Salena Woodman, Kim Eldred, Bonnie Heather Ruffener, Hillary Cantrell, and Pam Tobias Ruffener, Amber Hamilton, served as chaperones for the Nikki Dunn, Chris Caldwell, trip. Amber Cantrell, Emily Eldred, Britiney Stambough, State FFA Degree recipients from Maple Valley High School. liana’s ^P&ice The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday x" XXX S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Members of the Maple Valley chapter of the FFA who attended the 77th State Convention in East Lansing. Katie Eldred, pictured with her Extemporaneous Public Speaking Award. |065 |06573039 1-517-852-9481 n �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, March 22, 2005 — Page 4 Arline Inez Hokanson VERMONTVILLE Arline Inez Hokanson, age 82, of Vermontville died Sunday, March 13, 2005 at home. Arline was bom February 20, 1923 in Vermontville, daughter of Herbert and He was employed for 38 children. He was preceded in death Thelma Howe. She was mar­ years at M.A.B.C., retiring in 1988. Don was an avid soft­ by his sister, Pauline Salter; ried to Hale Hokanson on ball player; and actively and grandson, Gregg Doster. February 14, 1942 and they Funeral services were held celebrated 50 years of mar­ played until the age of 76. Donald is survived by his at Nashville Baptist Church, riage in 1992. Arline is survived by chil­ beloved wife June; his Nashville on . Saturday, daughters, Sandi Nadzam, March 19, 2005. Pastor. dren, Gary (Pat) Hokanson of Virginia, Paula (Gerald) Janet (Joe) Maurer, and Lester De Groot officiated. Memorial contributions Cole of Charlotte, Lyle Karen Doster; his sons, Herb of (Carol) Doster, Gordon can be made to Nashville (Mary) Hokanson (Judy) Doster, Robert Baptist Church or Barry Vermontville and Loa (Ben) Kinyon of Mulliken; nine (Karen) Doster, and Herbert Community Hospice. (Mary) Doster. Also surviv­ Funeral arrangements grandchildren^ Amy (Jeff) ing are his sister, Margaret were entrusted to the Daniels Zemke, Joanna (Eric) Smith, Kristen (Derry) Bishop, (Wilbert) Matthes; 21 grand­ Funeral Home in Nashville. Ryan (Kelly) Cole, Dana children; and 10 great-grand(Chris) Johnston, Luke Kinyon, Sara (Marc) Miller, Jay Hokanson, Erin and nieces and nephews. Hastings many years ago. Hokanson (Justin Preceding her in death She was a member of the Freeport Early Risers Coffee were husband, Lewis on 10, 2004; sister, Club, an avid reader, enjoyed Nov. doing crossword puzzles, Alberta Lancaster; brothers, CHELSEA - Thomas sewing, flower gardening; a Charles, Billy, Don and Martin Larder, age 92, of former Cub Scout Den Albert Higgins. Chelsea, formerly of Funeral and committal Charlotte, died Wednesday, Mother. She enjoyed walk­ services were held Friday, March 16, 2005. ing and watching wildlife. Mrs. Guernsey is survived March 18, 2005 at Wren Mr. Larder was bom by sons, Ross (Donna) Funeral Home. Rev. Kathy October 16, 1912, in Homer, Borton of Hastings, Larry Brown officiated. the son of the late David (Kathy) Burdick of Hickory Burial was at Union Larder and the late Martha Comers, Lewis (Kathryn) Cemetery, Maple Grove (Miller) Larder. Guernsey, Jr. of Caledonia; Twp. Mr. Larder was a farmer in daughters, Judith (Bob) Memorial contributions the Charlotte area for many Landes of Hastings, Sharon may be made to Pennock years until 1968 at which (David) Slocum of Hastings, Hospital Foundation or char­ time he took the position of Linda Thompson of ity of one’s choice. head custodian for Waverly Hastings; 22 grandchildren; Arrangements by Wren West Jr. High School. several great-grandchildren; Funeral Home of Hastings Thomas moved to Chelsea sister, Lucille Hewitt of (www.wren-funeral- in 2002. Wellston; brother, Jim home.com). He is survived by his five Higgins of Grand Rapids; sons, Thomas William Donald C. Doster---------------DOWLING - Mr. Donald C. Doster, age 80, of Dowling, passed away Wednesday, March 16,2005, peacefully at Thomapple Manor, in Hastings. Don was bom in London, Ohio on February 22, 1925, the son of the late Harold G. and Gladys (Recob) Doster. Don graduated from Richland High School in 1943, served in the United States Navy during World War II and married June (Parmale) on August 5, 1950. Rose M. (Higgins) (Borton) Guernsey HASTINGS - Rose M. (Higgins) (Borton) Guernsey, age 80, of Hastings, died Monday, March 14, 2005, at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Guernsey was bom on May 20, 1924 at Hope Twp., Barry County, the daughter of Guy and Rena (Holbrook) Higgins. She was raised in Prairieville/Hastings areas and attended schools there. She was married to Lewis J. Guernsey in 1948, cele­ brating 56 years of loving marriage in 2004. The couple lived in Freeport for 41 years before moving to Hastings in 1989. She was employed as a waitress at the former Trio Cafe and the Coffee Shop in taught oil painting, acrylics and watercolors. Mom was a beautiful seamstress and loved to create and maintain flowerbeds surrounding her home, her most enduring name was Grandma Heidi, as all her grandchildren and great grandchildren called her...- all of them hold many wonderful memories in their hearts. Memorial services were held. Wednesday, March 16, 2005 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Joellen Hosier officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochran Rd., Charlotte, MI 48813 or the Vermontville Public Library, 120 E. First St., Vermontville, MI 49096. Envelopes available at the funeral home. Thomas Martin Larde Barbara Cook CHARLOTTE — Barbara Cook, age 73, of Charlotte, died Friday, March 18,2005. Mrs. Cook was born January 20, 1932 in Big Rapids, the daughter of the late George Stephenson and the late Ruby (Ferguson) Stephenson. . She was a teacher for 40 years, retiring in 1991. She taught for 30 years at the Lockwood School, Eaton Rapids. She also taught at Country Evans • School, Lamie, Pray and Petrieville country schools. She was a member of Chester Gospel Church where she was a Sunday School teacher. She also taught for Camp Ao-WaKiya. She was a member of the Holiday Rambler Club, West Campbell);. 10 great grand­ children, Allison and Andrew Smith, Max and Sam Zemke, Madeline, Reece and Lydia Cole, Elijah Felzke, Cole and Ainsley Johnston; step grandson, O’Brien Miller; step grand­ daughter, Alyssa Clark; one sister, Virginia Fox; sistersin-law, Neva Hokanson, Norma (William) Hosier and Lillian Patterson and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, Stanley Howe and sister, Pauline Healy. Also surviving is Ernest Lindberg her faithful companion and loving caretaker. Mom was a lady of many talents and names. She was Toby to the Hokansons and classmates and Toby was the signature she used on her art­ work. An accomplished artist in many fields, she loved and (Marlene) Larder of Chelsea, Richard Arthur (Diane) Larder of Livermore, CA, James Michael (June) Larder of - Charlotte, John Henry (Kathy) Larder of Deckerville, Lee Rollo Larder of Charlotte; 13 grandchildren and four great grandchildren; sisters, Jessie Marie Thurston .of Jackson, Helen Faulkner of Sebring, FL, Marie (Edward) Supinowski of Quincy, Betty Randall of Homer, Dorothea (Orville) Herbert of Jonesville; and brothers, Don (Helen) Larder of Battle Creek and Chuck (Pat) Larder of Bellevue. Mr. Larder was prede­ ceased by his first wife, Margery, and second wife Marie; brother, Robert; and sisters, Margery, Viola and Dolores. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 19, at Pray Funeral Home, with Rev. Rich Mitterling officiating. Interment followed in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte. Ifdesired memorial contri­ butions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Funeral information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com. Willett R. “Bill” Cole Chester Extension, and AARP. She volunteered at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility, "Forgotten Man" Ministries at the Eaton County Jail and at the Eaton Area Senior Center. She also was a treasurer for the Eaton County Association of Retired School Personnel. In 1989, she was awarded the ABWA Woman of the Year. She is survived by her hus­ band DeVere Cook; two sis­ Interment was at ters, Kathryn (Ned) Millerburg emetery, Bosworth of Charlotte, Charlotte. Norma (Richard) Willbur of If desired, memorial con­ Marcellus; and many nieces tributions may be made to and nephews. Eaton Community Hospice, Funeral services were held Chester Gospel Church or Monday, March 21, 2005 at Camp Ao-Wa-Kiya. Further Pray Funeral Home, information available at Charlotte. Pastor Barry www.prayfuneral.com Smith and Pastor Marc Livingston officiated. HASTINGS - Willett R. “Bill” Cole, age 55, of Hastings, died Thursday, March 17, 2005 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Cole was bom on October 28, 1949 at Battle Creek, the son of Frank and Barbara (McCarty) Cole. He was raised in southern Barry County and attended the Monroe School, and Pleasantview School, gradu­ ating in 1968 from Hastings High School where he participated in football and wrestling. He was married to Cathy G. Bosch on October 1, 1994. He had lived at his present address since 1994 in the home that he built. He was employed at Metal-Dyne Company in Middleville. Previous employment included Ralston-Purina Co., United Steel & Wire Co., and was engaged in truck driving. He was a life-member VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival Our Family Serving Yours'’ perpf?' 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 (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 07513930______________________________ National Rifle Association, avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting, fishing, and was a Master Gardener; a loving husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. Mr. Cole is survived by his wife, Cathy; son, Justin (Cathy) Dunkelberger of Hastings; father, Frank Cole of Woodland; sisters, Sharon Kay Miltenberger of Battle Creek, Merry Goss of Battle Creek; brothers, Lionel (Ginger) Cole of Nashville, Perry Cole of Tennessee; grandson, Cole Dunkelberger; special nephew, Andy Cole of Bangor; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and a host of friends. Preceding him in death was his mother, Barbara, in August 1994. Services will be held Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at the Wren Funeral Home. Special friend Dan Ringleka will officiate. Casket bearers- shoW- Starts Friday Evening, April 22nd All Day Sat. & Sun., April 23rd & 24th TALENT SHOW Fri., April 22 • 6:30 pm Call 517-726-0970 Three Divisions: • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • Ages 18 and over s„,.ames & FamUy Owner/Manager 06604399_ Application deadline April 15, 2005 will be Andy Cole, Justin Dunkelberger, Danny Dunkelberger, Perry Cole; Lon Cole and Joe Spenelli. Burial will be at Rutland Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to National Rifle Association or American Heart Association. Arrangements are being made by Wren Funeral Home of -Hastings (www.wrenfuneralhpme.com). The Hastings Banner Available on newsstands throughout Barry County �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 22,2005 — Page 5 Vermontville woman joins Heifer Project A Vermontville woman was among 26 Olivet College students who spent their spring break (March 7-11) at the Heifer Project International Ranch in Perryville, Ark. Denise Uhl, a sopho­ more Vermontville, took part in the spring break program. Heifer Ranch is a hands-on learning center providing education that promotes sustainable solu­ tions to global hunger, poverty and environmen­ tal degradation. Bret Winegar holds the plaque and Abby Smith the Mike Fates, director of certificate they earned for participating in the North church relations and cam­ American VASA Time Trials. pus ministries, has coordi­ nated the trip for six years as a service learning proj­ ect for campus ministries. This is the largest group the college has taken to Heifer Ranch. Maria Bret Winegar and Abby meter, 27K and 12K races. Davis, Ph.D., chair of the Smith, Special Olympic Meanwhile, the Special Natural Physical Science cross-country skiers from Olympic skiers participat­ Department joined the Maplewood Elementary ed in races ranging from group as the first faculty School, were selected to IK to 12K. Both Abby member to attend spring ski with the U.S. Olympic and Bret competed in the break at the ranch. Cross-country ski team at 3K race and Abby also the North American took part in a 5K race, VASA. Each special skier had a The U.S. Olympic team coach skiing along with was in Traverse City for him or her. the time trials Feb. 11-12. Eaton County Special The trials were run on the Olympics has been partic­ world-renowned VASA ipating in this program for Trail near Traverse City. the past nine years. This In addition to the U.S. year six Eaton County team, there were skiers Special Olympic skiers from all over the world and their coaches attended who competed in 50-kilo- this event. Local Special Olympians part of VASA Time Trials miSjS mj 5*» <Sj! IS11 ,‘*»* c ”L cf f ”teD® ft °f M m.p 1 FW Jasmine Hardy, a 2004 Olivet graduate from East Lansing, is currently com­ pleting an internship at the ranch, and served as the group leader for Olivet’s students. The ranch’s “living classrooms” acquaint visi­ tors with the Heifer Ranch’s mission and prac­ tices used around the world. Students learned about the root causes of hunger and poverty, and ways in which people and animals can make a differ­ ence. “I am proud of the stu­ dents for giving up their spring break to help build a more equitable world,” said Fales. “The students Lainie Scott appears to have found one of the prizes had the opportunity to during last year's hunt at Putnam Park in Nashville. plant crops, feed and tend to animals and learn first­ hand about hunger in developing countries.” The trip was funded by the Michigan Conference The annual Easter egg prizes, and as a special treat, of the United Church of hunt in Nashville, sponsored the Easter Bunny will be Christ. by Grace Community joining the fun and pictures Church, will take place at 10 may be taken. a.m. Saturday, March 26. The Easter service at The event will be held at Grace Community Church Putnum Park and all children will take place at 10 a.m. from infants through sixth Sunday, March 27. Everyone grade are invited to join in is welcome to attend. the fun. There will be candy, Grace Community Church plans egg hunt March 26 Give a memorial that can go on forever MVYFL board plans to meet March 30 Anyone is interested in volunteering or supporting the Maple Valley Youth Football League (MVYFL) program is invited to attend the next board meeting, which has been slated for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, in the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. The MVYFL has a long history of giving both For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 boys and girls in grades 3 7, from Nashville and Vermontville, the opportunity to play to learn the fundamentals of the game while providing them with a chance to participate in full-contact, tackle football. For more information call (517) 726-0491. 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 BCF or call (269) 945­ 0526. open hecyts The people of The United Methodist Church™ open doors Nashville United Methodist Church Comer ofState Street and Washington Street in Nashville Invites you to participate in Holy Week Services and Worship Opportunities • Maundy Thursday, March 24th - 6:30 p.m. Simple Supper and Tenebrae Service • Good Friday, March 25th - 1 p.m. 12 Noon Good Friday Service • Easter Sunday, March 27th - 6:30 a.m. SUNRISE SERVICE Mulberry Fore Club House (outside weather permitting) 9:30 a.m. Easter Worship Service For additional information call 517-852-2043 or Pastor Dianne at 517-852-0685 : �Juat Say "As Adverteed in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. March 22, 2005 — Page 6 GFWC-Vermontville has birthday banquet The General Federation of Women’s Club-Vermontvillc had its annual birthday banquet at the Congregational Church in Vermontville. The Congregational LC A Women cooked and served the dinner, along with a cou­ ple of their husbands "Those women can really put out a wonderful dinner I c an aee why the Lions Club has their monthly meeting with dinner,” said JocAnn Nehmer. GFWC club mem­ ber. "Those men know where the good food is served.” lite IjCA Women also put on the Harvest Dinner in the fall and the dinner at the Syrup Festival, along with any other request made of them to serve the community and members of their church "The Maple Valley High School choral group under the direction of Ryan Rosin, provided entertainment with songs from the recent musi- cal “Anything Goes " Nehmer said club mem­ bers were elated with the spectacular performance of the choir’s variety of upbeat songs and solos the young adults presented for their enjoyment “It was apparent that the students really enjoyed being in the choir,” she said “There are 70 students in the choral group at Maple Valley High School,” says Rosin, himself a 1991 gradu­ ate of the high school. “Some students compose their own music and lyrics, as did the three students who performed, are cutting their own CD.” "Clearly Mr. Rosin enjoys bcing the director as much as the students do under his direction,” said Nehmer. New members are wel­ come to join at any meeting of GFWC, call President Elaine Russell at 726-1330 for information. From Our Readers Hunter safety class planned Commission 5dfilJ COUfljU on Aging / Schedule \^_5Cla of Events | 7 Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues There will be a hunter Commission of Aging safety education class held Cold Meal at the Castleton Township Wednesday, March 23 Hall, 915 Reed St, Seafood pasta salad, com Nashville, Saturday, April and tomato salad, mandarin proud of my son and I 9, from 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. oranges. know others are proud of and Sunday, April 10, from Thursday, March 24 their men and women with 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Peanut butter and jelly, the fire and ambulance Barry County Conservation pickled beets, pears, English service. They deserve a pat Club in Hastings. Both ses- muffin. on the back now and then, sions must be attended in Friday, March 25 but that doesn’t happen order to receive certificaCheese/macaroni salad, often. tion. cucumber salad, tropical fruit Sure, these people are is Pre-registration Monday, March 28 paid for their work, but I’m required. The cost will be Cottage cheese, Spanish sure we wouldn’t work for $5 and lunch will be provid- bean salad, mixed fruit, dinwhat they get unless it is ed Saturday. ner roll. your heart’s desire and it For registration or quesTuesday, March 29 has to be for these people. tions, call Gary White at Chicken pasta salad, carrot How about sending a note 517-852-9189. raisin salad, fruited jello. or making a phone call to let them know how glad we Hearty Meals Site and are that they are there and HDM Noon Meal when we need them they Wednesday, March 23 come immediately. Salisbury steak with gravy, I pray for them every mashed potatoes, green day. May God bless them beans, dinner roll, cake. Fire, ambulance crew does good job To the editor: Have you noticed that good never makes the news or papers? Well, today that’s going to be different I want to express my appreciation to the Nashville fire and ambulance crew. I have a scanner and I know that when I am in bed warm and dry the fire and ambulance crew are called to service. Being dedicated to their work, they respond imme­ diately in all kinds of weather. In fact, they may get home just in time to go to their day job. Because my son, Ardie Reid, has been with our ambulance about 24 years, I know he misses parties and dinners and I know others do, too. I’m very Thursday, March 24 all. Baked chicken w/gravy, cauliflower, spinach, pineap­ ple, stuffing. Margaret Reid, Nashville Friday, March 25 Adults sought to work with 4-H youth in wilderness adventure program Michigan’s 4-H Challenge program offers adults and youth the oppor­ tunity to experience the outdoors through adven­ tures such as exploring caves, climbing cliff’s, tak­ ing long backpacking hikes in wilderness areas, and canoeing less traveled waterways. The 4-H chal­ lenge program is designed to help youth discover their mental, physical, and emo­ tional capabilities, and to help them build self-confi­ dence and a positive self­ image. Challenge also FIND OUT HOW AMAZING GRACE REALLY IS. ) What is grace anyway? For Lutherans it means we live knowing God loves, forgives, and welcomes us every day. Come and see! Living in God's amazing grace. !'% Zion Lutheran Church 6261 Velte Road in Woodland 3/4 Mile South of Lakewood High School 269-367-4817 helps youth learn skills for Do you fit? coping with life’s stresses. If you would like more Because of the nature of information, contact the the program, adult leaders Calhoun County MSU receive a comprehensive Extension office at 781­ training program in leader­ 0784 to find out more about ship skills, map and com­ the program. This year’s pass, canoeing, backpack­ training program will ing, and confidence-build­ include the following train­ ing activities for their ing weekends: Leader Certification. Orientation - April 29­ Following this training, May 1, Kettunen Center; they may select additional Canoeing-Beginning, July training in several high 29-20, Manistee River; adventure programs such as Canoeing-Advanced, July climbing and rappelling, 1 -3, Paint River; caving, extended backpack­ Backpacking, October 7-8, ing, extended canoeing, and near Gaylord; Caving, winter camping. August 12-14, Indiana; Challenge leaders are Rock Climbing, September men and women, who like 23-25, Big Bay; and Winter working like experiences in Camping - January 20-22, high-adventure activities, 2006, Gaylord. Plus an In­ are mature and responsible, Depth choice that does and are enthusiastic, per­ canoeing, backpacking and sonable and open to new rock climbing, June 26-July and different experiences. 3, Upper Peninsula. Maple Valley Accounting & Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL's HOLY WEEK SERVICES (Refund anticipation loan) Maundy Thursday, March 24 7:00 p.m. - Communion Service Check as soon as 24 hours Easter Sunday, March 26 8:00 a.m. - Sunrise Service 8:30 a.m. - Breakfast 10:30 a.m. - Festival Communion Service Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net Come as you are... emotionally, spiritually, orphysically. Monday, March 28 everything from We are located on Main Street in Nashville next 00602724 Tuesday, March 29 Events cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 ♦ To Receive an stamped envelope to Lydia McCauley 5481 Brown Rd. VermontvUe, Ml 49096 Roast turkey w/gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, fresh apple. Lasagna, asparagus, yellow squash, sweet treat. business application, mail a self-addressed Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. oaeo<97B For Location: Village DPW parking lot 40 Booths Available Outside Only Booth Size 10x10 - $50.00 ea. Student and Senior Rates!! Good Friday, March 25 7:00 p.m. - Candlelight Service Baked fish, rice pilaf, broc­ coli, winter squash, sweet treat. Wednesday, March 23Hastings, Easter Fun, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails. Woodland, Puzzle/ Trivia. Thursday, March 24 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dancing 1-2:30 p.m. Delton, Puzzle/Trivia. Friday, March 25 Hastings, bingo. Nashville, Granny’s Kids. Woodland, Visiting. Good Friday. Monday, March 28 Hastings, Music with Sam, Card Making, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Beading 5 p.m. Delton, Bingo. H.W.N Reminiscence Center. Tuesday, March 29 Hastings - Board Games 10­ 11:30 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dancing 1 p.m. 1ST ANNUAL Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival FLEA MARKET The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival draws 30,000 people to this small community during the last full weekend ofApril. Setup Friday 4/22/05 1 to 6pm Saturday 4/23/05 7 to Warn Show times Saturday 4/23/05 10am to 7pm Sunday 4/24/05 Warn to 4pm This show is for the buy/sell items not available at the arts and crafts show. Tel. 517-7260633 E-mail: Iydlamccautey@russell8chrader.com �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 22,2005 — Page 7 >> x »;\vs; »t?k v ■ <iS.sS <iS.s x & £ •& k k Sfe *"* im I? ' sS««n ?»k^ Hm *■&*#(, ^WB Eg Vfahi,^. d._flUJ fe, hi Itetauim amBUni Woodai. fe Im Itaiv Sri! .In itaite' lljtnl?5 hies m* Foiij. U ■’ A ■w■■ l। GSi® ■ Saij’ w GajJ aj iWifo! HiSE-f Cr.'la Pray Funeral Home is inviting members of the community to the 1885 Courthouse in downtown Charlotte for a presenta­ tion at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 7, about recording and preserving family his­ tory for future genera­ tions. Arlene Golden Campanella, a personal family historian who founded Golden Voice Memoirs, will discuss the process of collecting the many remembrances of family members and organizing them into a published family history. "We are pleased to be able to help families pre­ pare a permanent record of their family history for future generations to enjoy," said Joe Pray of Pray Funeral Home of Charlotte. "This is some­ thing that ties in to the trends we see in our serv­ ice to families as we help them prepare funeral and memorial services." Families often spend hours reminiscing about family stories and family history at many types of family gatherings, birth­ days, weddings, anniver­ saries and funerals. Properly recording these memories for future gen­ erations preserves a fami­ lies history for posterity. "Many of us keep meaning to find the time to interview our parents, or grandparents and cap­ ture their life stories and ethical wills for our children and grandchildren,” Campanella said. “In most cases, we never get around to it. Others put it off until it is too late” Campanella formed Golden Voice Memoirs to help people, businesses, families, communities and The Canadiens, the 2005 KFHL play-off champions, show off their trophy. Canadiens beat Flyers in floor hockey playoff Arlene Campanella organizations preserve Memorial Day to start the memories and life stories. process of recalling and She has a vast range of recording family history experience as a mental and memories.” health therapist working Campanella is a memwith older adults, as a col­ ber of the Association of lege instructor in human Personal Historians, a netaging, and as a facilitator work ofprofessionals who for reminiscence groups, offer help to individuals along with her personal and families who want to history productions. preserve their heritage for The historic 1885 court­ future generations. The house at the comer of APH urges people to Cochran and Lawrence begin preserving their life Avenue in Charlotte for stories during the many this informative program. family gatherings during “This will be an excel­ the year. The month of lent time for people to May has been designated learn how to preserve their as Personal History family history,” Pray said. month. “Most families will be There is no cost for the able to take advantage of program, which is being the many natural family sponsored by Pray Funeral gatherings such as Home’s Trust 100 Pre­ Mother’s Day, gradua­ Arrangement program. tions, weddings and The Canadiens beat the Flyers 3 to 2 to win the Kellogg Floor Hockey League (KFHL) 2005 play­ off finals Saturday in the gym at Kellogg School in Nashville. “The game was delayed for two hours because of an electric outage in Nashville, but it was well worth the wait as two teams for the first time in the KFHL's 17-year history both made it back to the final game of the playoffs after meeting there the year David before,” • said Hustwick, director of the program. The Flyers had won last year’s final contest by a 3 to 2 score. Both goalies continued to In the first period both make great saves in OT, and goalies made some good it was beginning to look as saves to keep the game though double overtime was scoreless. In the second peri­ going to be needed, when od Flyer pressure paid off from a face-off in the when Dan Replogle was able Canadien end of the floor, to get his own rebound on a Cody Brumm was able to hard shot in front of make a long pass ahead to Canadien goalie Trenton send Robbie Sebastian in Courtney to put them in the alone on the Flyer goal. He lead. Though the Canadien lifted it into the upper left big guns got off some seem­ side of the net to give the ingly unstoppable shots, Canadiens the victory with Flyer goalie Lindsey only 30 seconds remaining Hoffman made the one goal on the clock. stand up until with only 41 For more KFHL informa­ seconds to go in regulation tion go to the website at: Taylor Visger was able to http://kfhlnews.tripod.com . slap one into the net to send the game into overtime. NEW LOCATION Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) Having sold my building down­ town, Nashville, I am no longer working with the Lynn Denton Agency or Michigan Farm Bureau. in SCHOOL, continued I WEATHERWAX ! FARM MARKET & NURSERY from page 1 517-726-1000 »>$ & ><* STrf#1 rJ % ’*/l and staff know me and they know my kids. I wouldn’t give that up for anything.” Montgomery said that one of the biggest challenges fac­ ing most school boards right now is the curriculum. “Schools always have to look at changing their cur­ riculum to keep it current so they can prepare kids for the job market, but it’s hard because it’s like trying to hit a moving target,” she said. “It’s harder for smaller dis­ tricts but I wouldn’t trade Maple Valley for a school where my kids are just a number. I guess you could say I’m a real cheerleader for Maple Valley.” In other business Monday night, the board unanimous­ ly voted to appoint Tim James as board vice president and Wayne Curtis as treasur­ er for die remainder of the 2004-05 academic year. 2970 N. Ionia - Comer of Ionia Road & Nashville Highway, Vermontville New Winter Hours: Sun. - Thurs. 6am-9pm; Fri & Sat. 6am-10pm Have you tried fur fresh Rolls & s a FOOD STAMP BENEFITS | Propane 20 Lb Tank Refill ’**! Brown Jersey Gioves $/|75 $ “/|7 5 “ per doz. 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Parishioners also fill special “mite” boxes to help support building a Habitat for Humanity house in Benton Harbor this June. Lent at Grace Lutheran Church in Hastings offers extra opportunities for wor­ ship and fellowship. Besides weekly Communion Saturdays at 5 p.m. and Sundays at 8 and 10:45 a.m., the church will hold special services on Wednesdays with supper at 6 p.m. and worship begins at 7. Wednesday Lenten fel­ lowship and worship contin­ ues at Grace Lutheran Church this week A pre­ pared supper begins at 6 p.m. and Evening Prayer starts at 7. Worship includes Puppet Praise Ministry and a story hour for children through grade five. The theme for Puppet Praise Ministry is “A light in the darkness.” Information is available by calling 945-9414 or via the Internet at www.discovergrace.org. Grace is located at 239 E. North St., Hastings, across from Tendercare Nursing Home. The community Lenten lunch series is located at Grace each Thursday. Lunch will be provided at noon by cooks and servers organized through the Grace Sarah Circle. A free-will donation is received. Worship begins at 12:30 and ends by 1 p.m. This year's theme is “Lent - a Journey of Life and Death.” Lay persons from local con­ gregations are sharing their 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 owzioa faith stories under this theme. Amy Ryan from St Rose of Lima Roman Catholic, Hastings was unable to speak last Thursday. Marilee Osterink from Hope United Methodist filled in March 3. This Thursday, March 10, Marjorie Haas from St Rose of Lima will be the speaker. Lenten services at Zion Lutheran Church in Woodland are scheduled for the Wednesdays in Lent The evening begins at 6:30 with a soup supper followed by prayer service. Holy Week Services: Palm Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m. , Palm Sunday Seder Supper: 6 p.m., Maundy Thursday Holy Communion, 7 p.m., and Good Friday Tenebrae service 7 p.m. Easter Sunday will include Sunrise Worship: 8 a.m., Easter Breakfast 9 a.m. and the Festival Eucharist at 10:30 a.m. Hastings First United Methodist Church is plan­ ning a special service at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 24, to remember the last days of Jesus. This service will include communion, music, and the extinguishing of can­ dles. Child care will be pro­ vided. On Easter Sunday, the day will begin with a sunrise service at 7:30 a.m: followed by breakfast at 8. This service is planned and directed by the youth of the church. Live Under the Dome will be at 9:30 a.m., followed by a traditional service at 11. The church is at 209 West Green St. in Hastings. Call 945-9574 for more informa­ tion or check the website at www.hastingsfumc.org. THINK A JOHN DEERE'S OUT OF YOUR REACH? YOUR ARMS JUST COT A LITTLE LONGER. Holy Week worship serv­ ices at Leighton United Methodist Church, 4180 2nd Street, Caledonia (cor­ ner of 142nd Avenue and 2nd Street between Middleville and Dorr) include a Holy Thursday worship service March 24 at 7 p.m. This service will be a time of worship with Holy Communion and healing prayer. On Good Friday, March 25, the JESUS film will be shown, beginning at 7 p.m. with a covenant renewal service. Easter Sunday, March 27, will begin with the sunrise service at 6:30 with a drama presentation. A pancake breakfast will be served immediately following. A free-will offering will be accepted .with the proceeds benefitting the Senior High Youth mission trip to Pennsylvania in June. A res­ urrection service will be held at 9:30, featuring a drama presentation. For more information or directions to the church, please call the church office at (616) 891-8028 MondayThursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., or visit the church on the web atwww.leightonchurch.org. The annual Lakewood Area Ministerial Association Community Good Friday Services again will be held at Central United Methodist Church in downtown Lake Odessa March 25. Woodgrove Brethren Christian Parish is taking "A Journey of Prayer" during Lenten season. Each Sunday during the six-week period, the congregation will experi­ ence prayer- in a different manner and focus on one of the traditional Christian dis­ ciplines of confession, medi­ tation, fasting, solitude, sim­ plicity and service. A focus for private prayer during the week also will be given. "Praying for Friends" and fasting from what keeps you from spending time with God will be the prayer focus. A healing service is being planned for the monthly communion service March 13. "Praying for Your Enemy (s)' and solitude will be the spiritual disciplines. Hymns and music will be used to tell the life story of Jesus on Palm Sunday, March 20. Serving others and "Prayer for the Church and the World" will carry the congregation through Holy Week. A communion service at 7 p.m. will conclude a Chain of Prayer Maundy Thursday, March 24, as wor­ shippers experience "Jesus Prays for You, His Disciple." Woodgrove will partici­ pate in the community serv­ ices on Good Friday, spon­ sored by the Lakewood Ministerial Alliance, at Central United Methodist Church. Easter Sunday will begin with a brief service in the sanctuary at 8 a.m. followed by an Easter brunch in the fellowship hall. Church school classes meet at 9:30 a.m. The 10:30 a.m. worship services, "A Journey into Life" will be a celebration of Jesus' resurrection with prayers of praise and thanks­ giving for renewal and spiri­ tual growth. Woodgrove Parish is a federated church associated with both the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the Church of the Brethren. It is located at 4887 Coats Grove Road, Hastings. For more informa­ tion about Lenten services, call 948-2733. Hope United Methodist Church at 2920 S. M-37 Highway in Hastings is plan­ ning a special program at 7 p.m. Monday, March 14, when Valerie Bouaziz, a missionary from Israel, pres­ ents Jews for Jesus, “Christ in the Passover.” This is a visual display of Passover pageantry. On Sunday, March 20, the Local families needed for exchange students ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE) is seeking local host families for boys and girls from a variety of countries around the world. These stu­ dents are 15 to 18 years of age, and are coming to this area for the upcoming high school year or semester.. These personable and aca­ demically select exchange students have good English, are bright, curious and anx- Athlete of the week Awfott THE L100 SERIES: STARTING AT $1499,* THEY'RE THE MOST AFFORDABLE JOHN DEERE TRACTORS EVER. 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B11BUND387 church will hold a Passion and Palm Sunday service at 10:45 a.m. The Maundy Thursday service begins at 7 p.m. The Good Friday serv­ ice is at 7 p.m. On Sunday, March 27, the church will have an Easter Sunday sunrise service at 8 a.m. followed by breakfast The Easter worship service begins at 10 a.m. Call 945­ 4995 for more information. The United Methodist Churches of Freeport and Middleville have been work­ ing on collaborative services. On Maundy Thursday, there will be a Seder Dinner Service at the United Methodist Church beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Freeport United Methodist Church will join with the Freeport United Brethren Church for a com­ munity Good Friday Service at 7 p.m. The community Good Friday service at the Middleville United Methodist Church will be held with the Middleville Christian Reformed Church at 7:30 p.m. On Easter the Freeport United Methodist Church begins the day at 6:45 a.m. with a sunrise service, fol­ lowed by breakfast. The Easter service begins at 9 a.m. and includes Holy Baptism. The Middleville United Methodist Church begins Easter on the hill at Mt. Hope Cemetery at 6:30 a.m. with breakfast to follow. Then the Middleville United Methodist Church Easter service begins at 11 a.m. The service will include Holy Baptism and professions of faith. During March, Lenten book studies are being held. The “Passion and Death of Jesus” is being dismissed Wednesdays at 7 p.m. “World Shattering Ministry of JesUs” is discussed on Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Fridays at 10 a.m. Discussions are held in the Middleville Church Library. l^tEqual Opportunity lender 08804857 FARM BUREAU MUTUAl ■ FARM BUREAU UFC ■ FARM BUREAU BEMERAl ious to learn about the USA by living as part ofyour fam­ ily, attending high school and sharing their own culture and language with you. The exchange students arrive from their home coun­ try shortly before school begins and return at the end of the school year or semes­ ter. Each ASSE student is fully insured, brings his or her own personal spending money and expects to bear his or her share of household responsibilities, as well as being included in normal family activities and lifestyles. The students are well screened and qualified by AS$E. Families may select the youngster of their choice from extensive student appli­ cations, family photos and biographical essays. To become a host family or find out more about ASSE and its programs, please call Beverly at 637-8766 or call toll free at 800-736-1760. There are hundreds of stu­ dents to choose from, so call - and begin the process of selecting your new son or daughter today! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 22,2005 — Page 9 800 Michiganians on the move for Easter * x ^Sk?1 L>* S I '*O>«sS Jsi xws?? Jiw? k Dean-Hengesbach wed । ^2?^ "sSfA >& I„Mk. * ft '*'S *rrk k‘s,. < |C *W;« Ij^S I s «j^SSS s«SS R‘S,, «tj ?"*.#« «» KI??1 J* *Q®i ^04® OMifi wtl^illullf “’’tt’iibfclklj I HI at ei» taUnite Bif MkstalsiS UK fltMDtM fet’ttabsi leasfe 11 |i *£ £ liUS^fcl I1 ” tike'sUi ^51 MptlfHi tan ftp a If a [tassffiitWi*1 jj.it iMtMUnj •*> wta*!2 ^ikron* * g^* g *;***# SS*“* 3 * »*>» r® JI I !<<rr Heather Ann Hengesbach Meredith of South Carolina, and Larry “Ryan” Dean were and Shelby Evans of Indiana. married September 4, 2004 Ringbearers were the bride’s at the Sunfield United cousins, Ian Van Buren and Brethren Church with the Stefan Van Buren of Rev. Darren Brandon offici­ Virginia. ating. He is the brother-in­ Following the wedding a law of the groom. The bride reception was held at the is the daughter ofMarvin and Sheraton Hotel Ball Room. Kathleen Hengesbach. The On the day after the wedding groom is the son ofLarry and the bride’s parents hosted a Gail Dean of Tullahoma, brunch, which was followed Tennessee. by a golf outing. The couple Given in marriage by her took a wedding trip to father, the bride chose a Hawaii, staying on the white strapless gown of Islands of Kauai and Maui. matte satin. She also wore a The bride is a 1992 gradu­ scalloped edged cathedral ate of Lakewood High train edged with coordinating School. She is a 1996 gradu­ hand-sewn crystals and ate of Aquinas College in pearls. In her hair the bride Grand Rapids and a 1998 wore a Swarovski crystal graduate of MSU. She is CTE tiara. She also wore diamond employed with chandelier earrings with a Engineers, in Nashville, matching necklace. Tennessee as a civil engi­ Bridesmaids were Trisha neer. The groom is a 1992 Wiltfang and Lindsey graduate of Franklin County Greketis, friends ofthe bride, High School in Winchester, her sisters, Nancy Kissane Tennessee. He has both a and Kristina Reynolds bachelor of science and a served as her matron of masters in business adminis­ honor. The junior bridesmaid tration from Tennessee was Deanna Brandon and the Technological University. flower girl was Abigail He is employed with Brandon, both nieces of the Henderson Ridge Consulting groom. Larry Dean, the in Nashville, Tennessee. The father of the groom was best couple now resides in man. Groomsmen were Josh Pleasant View, Tennessee. Elam of Tennessee, Garrett Schools to continue offering driver’s ed Despite the State, of Michigan eliminating all funding for high school dri­ ver’s education programs, the Maple Valley Board of Education last week unani­ mously approved a motion to allow the district to offer seg­ ments one and two this sum­ mer. The cost for both segments will be a total of $300, unless the board is able to lower the cost due to increased enroll­ ment. Before the vote Maple Valley High School principal Todd Gonser presented the board with a memorandum in which he noted that enroll­ ment in the district’s driver’s education program has been decreasing in recent years. In 2001, 128 students took part in the program, last year only 67 students went through the program. “We are not sure ifthis is a trend, with students going to private companies, or just a one year fluke,” he said. Gonser said that last year the total cost of the program was $18,425 and when deter­ mining die costs for this year he estimated it would be “around $20,100.” He added that if the program only attracts 67 students again it would cost $300 per pupil,, which is a $25 increase from last year. However, he added that if enrollment is up and they have 70 students or more the cost will be reduced proportionally. wanted: Standing Timber AAA Michigan projects 800,000 Michiganians will travel during the upcoming Easter holiday period. The Auto Club’s survey of 400 state residents - conducted in late February - found 8 percent are planning an Easter trip this year. This compares with 6 percent who planned a pleasure trip over the holiday last year. In 2005,49 percent ofthose with travel plans said they will go by air: a 13-percentage-point increase over last year. Among those not travel­ ing this Easter, 13 percent cite the economy as the number one reason, while eight percent cite vacation costs or money concerns. Another five percent blame the amount of personal vacation time available. Other key statistics: • 18 percent say gas prices will affect their trav­ el plans. • 49 percent will travel by car, truck or van. • 91 percent will travel more than 100 miles from home. • 76 percent plan on traveling outside of Michigan. • 46 percent will stay at a hotel, motel or resort. • 39 percent of travelers will adjust their travel schedule to avoid heavy traffic. • 82 percent say they will not cancel their trip due to rain or cool temperatures. Michigan gas prices this spring are expected to be slightly higher than during last year’s holiday period. Motorists, statewide will pay about $2,065 per gallon (as of March 10) for a regu­ lar fuel, up 34.2 cents per gallon from last year. AAA Michigan advises air travelers to anticipate heightened security at all airports. To access TSA’s wait time information, visit http://waitime.tsa.dhs.gOv/i ndex.html. Airline passengers should further note that, effective April 14,2005, all lighters will be banned from sterile areas beyond security checkpoints at air­ ports. At Detroit Metro Airport, travelers can call the airport’s 24-hour park­ ing hotline (800) 642-1978 to determine parking status. Or visit the new Detroit Metro Airport Web site at www.metroairport.com. Other airport travel tips: • Arrive at least 2-3 hours before a scheduled flight should ensure time to find parking and check baggage (many airlines are requiring bags to be checked 30 min­ utes to an hour before flight departure). • Passengers must carry photo identification. • Gifts should not be wrapped - they may be opened at passenger­ screening checkpoints. • Limit luggage to two suitcases and one carry-one bag that fits in an overhead compartment. Pack all nec­ essary medications in carry-on luggage. Travelers with suppliers for medical conditions (needles or other sharp objects) should be prepared to justify the need for such items with a pre­ scription and/or letter from their physician. • Avoid clothing and accessories that may set off the metal detector alarm. For more information on how to “Prepare for Takeoff,” visit the Callior Cl s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Web site at: www.tsa.gov/public/. Due to increased num­ bers of travelers driving, heavy traffic volumes can be expected on major air­ lines heading south, includ­ ing 1-75, US-23, US-27, US-131 and 1-69. For the latest construction informa­ tion, call 1-800-AAAMICH anytime, or visit www.aaa.com. Travelers who book hotel rooms online with Expedia, GFWC Vermontville purchases turbo flares for fire department General Federation of Women's Clubs Vermontville recently pur­ chased a set of eight "turbo flares" for the Vermontville Fire Department to replace the normal stock of road flares. 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VERMONTVILLE <o Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith § osarere Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, March 22,2005 — Page 10 Putnam Library holds chocolate fund-raiser CALENDAR OF EVENTS Open Reining Clinic, 6 p.m., with Ed Schaarda at his farm. Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Judging Clinic at Alvador Training & Foaling Stables, 11 a.m., in Saranac. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dairy Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Enrollment Deadline for new 4-H members. Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office'. Fair Board meeting 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Mar. 23 Mar. 24 Mar. 26 Mar. 28 Mar. 29 Apr. 1 Apr. 6 Apr. 7 Apr. 11 MAPLE VALLEY ,Real Estate Despite the freezing of weather that made dri difficult and knocked power in the village Nashville Saturday, Put District Library ’ assis librarian Sandy reports the Chocolates fund-raiser w success. ' “I don’t know exactly many people were here, know there were more 50,” she said. “We had ple come from Mars Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MLS 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate. Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI ■SSS HW1S’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES . Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................Home 517-726-0 Jerry Reese, Realtor..................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor........................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 Putnam District Library assistant librarian Sandy Hosey and a volunteer sell choco­ lates at the fund-raiser, which was held at the library Saturday. Charlotte, Mulliken, all over. We advertised at the “Taste of Home” show and a lot of people who have had Fabiano’s chocolates came because ofthe name recogni­ tion.” Dave Murphy ofNashville BRAKES • OIL CHANGE ■ EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS NEW LISTING! IN NASHVILLE Nice "family home", 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wrap around deck, central air, appliances included. Many recent improvements. Must see to be appreciated!! Call Homer. (N-103) JEFF DOBBIN’S $125,00011 "IN COUNTRY" WEST OF NASHVILLE "OLDSTYLE" FARMSTEAD BRICK HOME AUTO SERVICE, INC. 2 story brick house, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 large enclosed porches, deck, bam, granary and 2 1/2 car garage. Mature shade trees 6t fruit trees, above ground pool and circle drive, pot size subject to survey and ZBA approval. Approx. 2 acres. Call Jerry (CH-86) 269-945-0191 | | 7 room, 3 bedroom, all appliances and some furniture included. Central air, 2 1/2 car garage, shows AAA. Call Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available won the chocolate Easter basket filled with more Fabiano’s chocolates which was given away in a drawing during the fund-raiser. Hosey said she didn’t have the final numbers, but for sales during the fund-raiser at press time but said, “The sale went really, really well.” Proceeds from the event will be used to defray the cost of a new metal drop box for the library, which is being made by the metal shop class at Maple Valley High School. "IN COUNTRY" BETWEEN NASHVILLE 8t HASTINGS 2 story home with 5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large fire­ place, country kitchen—home sits back from the road, stream along side, mature shade trees, circle drive. Call Jerry (CH-92) PRICE REDUCED! WEST OF BELLEVUE ON M-78 2 bedroom ranch home on 3+ acres, 2 car garage, pole bam, 3 seasons enclosed porch, updated windows, electric, siding, water softener & furnace. Good starter home. Call Jerry for full details. (CH-97) IN NASHVILLE Remodeled 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home. 7x38 wrap-around deck + back deck, 1st floor laundry, long countertop island between dining room & kitchen. "FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Home has lots of potential, across from park on city lot, plus ’extra' lot. Call Rich 4 BEDROOM RANCH IN NASHVILLE Built in 1990 on comer lot with mature shade trees, patio, newer roof, full basement & pantry. One block from the stores, walk to post office. Seller will look at all offersll Call Jerry______________________ (N-95) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCED!! East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Bark. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Hear Hastings ’in the country". Great view, close to public hunting 8f fishing. Lots of birds Bt wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, convention­ Good starter home for the family, 1800 sq. ft. 7 rooms, 3 poss. 4 bedrooms on double lot w/storage shed. Call Homer for more details. • (N-104) al perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Ca» Homer. 5 1/2 ACRES NEAR OLIVET & (VL-89) 1-69 INTERCHANGE: Approx, half-wooded, rolling building site, walkout basement possible, paved road, lots of wildlife. Call Homer. (VL-100 Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 22,2005 — Page 11 Ten star all star basketball camp Final applications are now being evaluated for the Ten Star All Star Summer Basketball Camp. The camp is by invitation only.. Boys and girls ages 10-19 are eligible to apply. Past participants include: Michael Jordan, Tim Duncan, Vince Carter, Jerry Stackhouse, Grant Hill, and Antawan Jamison. Players from 50 states and 17 foreign countries attended the 2004 camp. College basketball schol­ arships are possible for play­ ers selected to the All­ American Team. Camp loca­ tions include: Ypsilanti, MI, Prescott, AZ, Belmont, CA, Thousand Oaks, CA, Sterling, CO, Bridgeport, CT, Babson Park, FL, Atlanta, GA, Carlinville, IL, Macomb IL, Greencastle, IN, Atchison, KS, Baltimore, MD, Hickory, NC, Schenectady, NY, Bluffion, OH, Doylestown, PA, Lebanon, TN, Commerce, TX, Blacksburg, VA, Lyndonville, VT, and Beloit, WI. For a free brochure, call (704) 373-0873 anytime. Farm Bureau Quick Facts In celebration of National Agriculture Day... Americans spend just 10 percent of their disposable income on food for their families each year - the lowest average in the world. America’s farmers are the world’s most productive. Today, each U.S. fanner pro­ duces food and fiber for 144 people. There are 2.13 million farms dotting America’s rural landscape. Almost 99 LEGAL NOTICE SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MARCH 2, 2005 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pres­ ent. There were three people from the public in attendance. Heard public comment. Minutes from the February meeting were approved with one correction. Amended the budget. Accepted the treasurer’s report subject to audit. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 9123.56. Election consolidation agree­ ments have all been signed. Committee reports were given and placed on file. The 2005-2006 proposed budget was presented. Approved the clerk becoming a Notary Public. Approved a cemetery contract with J. Wickham for 2005-2006. Approved the meeting dates for 2005-2006. Approved Hastings City Bank and Eaton Federal Savings Bank as depositories for township monies. Heard from the Community Policing Officer. Correspondence was viewed by the board. Heard a presentation on Ag Presenration. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley 06804815 percent of all U.S. farms are owned by individuals, family partnerships or family corpo­ rations. Agriculture employs more than 24 million American workers (17 percent of the total U.S. work force) to pro­ duce, process, sell and trade Read the Banner 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale $110 AMISH LOG BED w/ queen mattress. Complete, never used. Must sell! (517)719-8062 3,000LB. CHERRY PICKER: $180; heavy duty engine stand, $50; 7x16 car trailer, $650. (517)852-1778 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR­ PET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295.. (517)204-0600 AMISH DROP LEAF KITCHEN TABLE with 3 chairs, in excellent condition, $500 obo. (269)948-0502 SLEIGH BED: queen cherry wood with pillowtop mat­ tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 Garage Sale 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of our papers. Get 1351 them at J-Ad Graphics, Graphi N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: NOTICE MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1, 2005, through March 31, 2006, will be held in conjunction with the annual meeting at the township hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville, on March 26,2005, at 1:30 p.m. Copies of the proposed budget 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 following the annual meeting. Susie Butler Maple Grove Township Clerk Miscellaneous May 11, 2005 (note change) August 3,2005 November 2,2005 February 1,2006 Any person who has a library card for Putnam Library and who would be interested in serving on the Putnam Library Board should contact the Nashville Village office at 203 N. Main St. or call 852-9544. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 06604964 June 1,2005 September 7,2005 December 7,2005 March 1,2006 The Castleton Township Board will provide auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials, to individuals with disabilities at the meetings upon five days notice to the Castleton Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Castleton Township Clerk by writing or calling: 06604820 ATTENTION GAMERS!2001 CADILLAC SLS: silver We buy used X-Box Systems exterior, gray leather interi& games, Playstation 2 - PS2 or, power windows, power System & games, Gameboy locks, heated seats (front & SP, N64 Systems, Game back), CD/tape player, Bose Cube Systems & games, stereo system, Onstar sysDVD's, complete computer tem. Excellent condition in­ systems, Windows 98 or side & out, regular mainteabove, SECOND HAND nance. Only 56,000 miles. CORNERS, downtown You don't want to miss this Hastings, (269)945-5005. rare deal. Asking $18,750 obo. Call (269)948-0502. WANTED: paying cash for Household good quality used furniture, especially couches, recliners, S10P PILLOWTOP QUEEN dresser, cabinets, bookcases mattress mar set (in plastic). and much, much more. SEC- Brand new, never used! OND HAND CORNERS, King, $150. (517)719-8062 downtown Hastings, (269)945-5005 $250 WOOD FOUR POST BED (new) with king pillowFor Rent top mattress set. Cost $1,000. NASHVILLE: very nice 2 (517)204-0600 bedroom mobile home. Also, Real Estate large 1 bedroom apartment. 4 BEDROOM, 1 bath, 20x60 (517)852-9386 garage. Main St., Nashville, from car wash, STORAGE UNITS AVAIL- across ABLE: 10x10, 10x15, 10x20. $93,900. (517)852-1778 (616)3:74-12x00 ,Spacxe. VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RESIDENTS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP April 6,2005 July 6,2005 October 5,2005 January 4,2006 Automotive NOTICE The regular board meetings of the Castleton Township Board are the first Wednesday of each month, unless noted, at 7 p.m. at the Castleton Township Hall located at: 915 Reed St. Nashville, Ml 49073. The meeting dates are as follows: AH 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Wanted HOME FOR SALE: 268 W. Casgrove, Nashville. 3BR, 1.5 bath, 2.5 car garage, full FREE INSTALLED DISH Recreation basement, $104,895. NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call RE/MAX Riverwood, Steve 2003 YAMAHA YZF-R6 M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. Johnson, 888-663-5073 or LIMITED EDITION MO­ 517-719-0033. TORCYCLE: 4cyL, red flames, 2,700 miles. Mint condition! $6,000. (269)945­ 5383 . NOTICE 06571010 06604802 the nation’s food and fiber. About’ .17 percent of all U.S. agriculture products are exported each year, includ­ ing 99 million tons of grains and feed, 2.4 million tons of poultry meats and 2 million tons of fresh vegetables. Ethanol and biodiesel fuels made from com, soybeans and other crops are benefi­ cial to the environment and promote energy security. Farmers and ranchers receive only 22 cents out of every dollar that is spent on food that is eaten at home and away from home. The rest goes for costs beyond the farm gate: wages and materials for production, processing, marketing, trans­ portation and distribution. In 1980, farmers received 31 cents out of every dollar spent on food in America. Source: American Farm Bureau Federation. Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS Lorna L. Wilson Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed St., P.O. Box 679 Nashville, Ml 49073 517-852-9479 VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING The Vermontville Township Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed township budget for fiscal year 2005-06 at the Vermontville Opera House on Thursday, March 3t, 2005, at 6:45 p.m. The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hear­ ing. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection at the Vermontville Public Library. The Vermontville Township Board will provide necessary rea­ sonable aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting upon reasonable notice to the Vermontville Township Board. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by writing or calling Sharon Stewart, Township Clerk, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, Ml 49096, or 517-726-1159. VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Council Member Kenyon, supported by Council Member Coll, moved the adoption of the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 3-10-05 AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ELECTION OF ALL TRUSTEES AT THE SAME ELECTION FOR 2-YEAR TERMS AND EXTENDING THE TERMS OF INCUMBENT TRUSTEES. The Village of Nashville ordains: Section 1, As authorized by MCL 62 (1(2) of the General Law Village Act, being Act No. 3 of the Public Acts of 1895, as amended, all trustees shall be elected at the same election for 2-year terms, beginning at the first possible election after 2004 which is November 2006. Section 2, As authorized by MCL 168 642(6) of the Michigan Election Law, being Act. No. 116 of 1954, as amend­ ed, Village elections shall be held on the November even year election date and shall be conducted by the Township Clerk. Section 3, The ordinance may extend but shall not shorten the term of an incumbent trustee. ' Section 4, This ordinance shall become effective 45 days after the date of its adoption, unless a petition signed by not less than 10% of the registered electors of the Village is filed with the acting Village Clerk within the 45-day period, in which case, the ordinance shall take effect upon approval at an elec­ tion held on the question. Section 5, The Village President or his designee shall arrange for the required publication of a notice of adoption of this ordinance and publication of notice of the right of petition. Section 6, This ordinance shall be adopted by an affirma­ tive vote of at least two-thirds of the members of the Village Council. YEAS: Coll, Kenyon, Bracy, Knoll, Dunham NAYS:none ABSENT: Two open seats 06604962 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. March 22 2005 — Page 12 Two pairs of Lions earn all-SMAA first team Kyndra Root It was an outstanding sea­ son for Maple Valley’s win­ ter sports teams, and the indi­ vidual awards are starting to roll in to go along with the team success. The Lion wrestlers decid­ ed all-SMAA honors on the mats with the rest of the league, as they won the con­ ference championship as a team for the first time in 15 years. Maple Valleys’ varsity volleyball team shared the league title with Lansing Christian, and the varsity boys’ basketball team wasn’t too far behind the league and eventual Class C state champs from Olivet. The varsity boys’ basket­ ball and varsity volleyball all-SMAA teams were recently decided by their coaches. Maple Valley guards Adam Lamphere and Dustin Mead were chosen as first team all-SMAA basketball players for their efforts this season. Kyndra Root and Amy Joostbems were select­ ed from the Lion volleyball team for all-league first team honors. Adam Lamphere Mead, a senior point guard led the Lions with 6.2 assists per game, to go along with his 3 steals and 8.7 points. Junior shooting guard Lamphere led the Lions in scoring with 13 points per game, and also averaged 4.3 assists and 3.5 steals a game. Senior center Jason Beardslee earned honorable mention honors in the league, and senior guard Dustin Jones earned special mention honors. Root, a four-year varsity starter for the Lion volleyball team completed her senior year at outside hitter with 170 kills, 104 aces, and 550 digs. She connected on 96­ percent of her service attempts. Joostbems, a sophomore middle blocker, started for the second time on the varsi­ ty. She led the Lions with 382 kills and 136 solo blocks. Lion seniors Amy Abbott, Kortney Ewing, and Lisa Hamilton and junior Allison Oleson were named all-con­ ference honorable mention. Amy Joostbems Secretary of State reminds riders of March 31 renewal deadline Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land reminds residents that as they give their motorcycles spring tuneups, they FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616)374-7595 (517)852-9565 should also make sure their registrations are renewed by March 31. Under Public Act 163 of 2004, this is the last year that all individually owned motorcycle registrations expire on March 31. The law changes the expiration date to the owner’s birthday, aligning motorcycle registrations with those of other pri­ vately owned vehicles. “We’ve made it easier for motorcyclists to remember to renew their tabs,” Land said. “Putting motorcycle and vehicle registrations on the same renewal cycle makes sense, saves time and limits transactions with the department.” To assist with the transition, fees will be prorated for this first renewal cycle based on the number of months from April 1 to the owner’s birthday. Registrations that are renewed after March 31 will be assessed a $10 late fee. Registrations may be renewed by Internet, touchtone telephone, mail or in person at a branch office. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 13, March 29, 2005 Nashville couple arrested in ‘rolling meth lab’ bust by Sandra Ponsetto and Heather Reed routine patrol, pulled over the vehicle near the inter­ Staff Writers section of Hagar and State A Nashville couple was roads Wednesday morn­ taken into custody ing for driving with an Wednesday morning and obstructed license plate. later arrested on drug- According to an unofficial related charges after a rou­ anonymous source, it was tine traffic stop by a Barry Tom and Cindy Waldren County Sheriff’s deputy of Nashville who were near the Barry-Eaton taken into custody County border. Wednesday morning and The traffic stop led to they were scheduled to be the discovery of an arraigned today in 56th alleged “rolling meth lab,” District Court on several in the trunk of the car. charges related to posses­ Once the couple were sion and manufacture of taken into custody, they methamphetimine and gave the sheriff’s depart­ having a laboratory. ment permission to search “It was initially a rou­ their apartment, located at tine traffic stop, but there 113 S. Main St. in has been a lot of activity Nashville, where the sher­ in that area related to iff’s department found drugs,” said Seifert. “As I components for two inac- approached the vehicle, tive methamphetimine there was a rather strong labs. Components for a wind and I could smell fourth non-operational chemicals. It turned out to meth lab were found in a be ether, but the driver storage unit on the south acted really nervous.” end of the village. Seifert was given per­ Barry County Sheriff mission to look in a large Deputy Nick Seifert, on tool box in the back of the vehicle where he observed several components used in the manufacture of methamphedimine. Seifert then called Sergeant Chris Yonkers, who is in train­ ing with the South West Enforcement Team (SWET) to verify his find­ ings. “There wasn’t an active lab in the apartment, just components, but the car was another story; it was a time bomb waiting to go off. This is the first time anyone has seen this type of (rolling) lab for the pro­ duction of meth. It did not use the usual anhydrous ammonia like in the red phosphorus method. It is possible that the suspect learned about the new method on the Internet.” said Yonkers later as a crew removed hazardous materials and contaminat­ ed items from the apart­ ment. “The items in the apartment and storage shed had pseudoephedrine residue. He had all the components to finish (the cooking) with him in the car and the apartment.” “I think this may be the number one meth cooker in Nashville,” said Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf. “This is very good police work. We have a deputy making a traffic stop in area where it is commonly known that there is drug trafficking, he recognizes the components and then asks for help to make sure. Everything went very smoothly; the couple has been very cooperative. This is excellent police work.” The sheriff’s depart­ ment was assisted by a detective from SWET, the Nashville Police Department including Chief Garry Barnes and Sergeant Miller, the Vermontville Fire Department and the Nashville Department of Public Works. Severe weather media program held at junior-senior high school A severe weather pre­ paredness program had spe­ cial meaning last week at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. Seventh and eighth grade students attended a brief media event staged by the Michigan Committee for Severe Awareness and the entire school participated in a tornado drill to bring atten­ tion to Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 20 -26). Lori Conarton, vice chair­ woman of the Michigan Committee for Severe Weather Awareness, which sponsored the event, said her committee chose Maple Valley for this event because of the media attention it received last August when straight-line winds tore a portion of the roof the school during an evening seventh grade orientation session. After a brief remarks, Conarton introduced Dana Wolverton, public informa­ tion officer for the Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division, who talked about the importance of schools and families hav- Schools sell '05 refunding bonds The Maple Valley Board of Education has announced the successful sale of its 2005 refunding bonds. The bonds, in the amount of $6,695,000, are being issued to refund all or a por­ tion of the school district’s outstanding 1997 school building and site bonds and to pay the costs of issuing the bonds. The 2005 refunding bonds reduce the district tax­ payers’ interest expense by $749,548 and will occur through lower debt payments over the next 18 years. In preparing to sell the 2005 rebinding bonds, the district requested that Moody’s Investor Service evaluate its credit quality and received a rating of “A3.” That rating agency cite strong financial management and budget controls, steadily increasing enrollment and a growing tax base in its rationale for rating the dis- trict at that level. The district’s financing was conducted by the Michigan investment bank­ ing office of the brokerage firm, A.G. Edwards & Sons Inc., the financial advising firm Stauder, Barch & Associates Inc., and the law firm serving as bond counsel, Thrun Law Firm P.C. The 2005 refunding bonds were sold at a true interest rate of 4.0896% with a final maturity of 2023 (a repay­ ment term of approximately 18 years). Given today’s lower interest rate environ­ ment, the interest expense on the 2005 bonds was signifi­ cantly reduced from original projections. Brenda Palmer, vice presi­ dent of A.G. Edwards Sons Inc., said, “Maple Valley School’s bonds were well timed in the municipal mar­ ket to take advantage of cur­ rent low interest rates.” In This Issue. Maple Valley High School students practice a tornado drill as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week. ing an emergency plan in place. Deputy Aaron Brown fr0m the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department Spoke about how well various law enforcement and emergency personnel responded when the straight-line winds struck the school. Students afterward were dismissed to their classes and the entire school participated in tornado drill for the bene­ fit of media cameramen. In her press release, Conarton wrote, “Now that tornado season is upon us, we all need to think about what we should do when severe weather threatens. In particular, we need to learn the difference between a tor- See page 6 • Cold weather slows production of maple syrup in Nashville area • Barry County Transit to ask for .25 mill levy in August • Local senior receives scholarship from FFA • Lions fill up four first team spots on All-County teams �Jugt Say *A> Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Tuesday March 29. 2005— Page 2 Cold weather slows production of maple syrup in Nashville area by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Unseasonably cold tem­ peratures means that Volunteer Bernie Garvey stirs the boiling sap at the Nashville sugar shack at Putnam Park. syrup production is a little behind schedule this year in Nashville. Volunteers and produc­ ers in the Nashville area say this is the latest start to the syrup production season they have seen in more than a decade. "We just started tapping trees around town last week. I’ve been helping out since 1991 and we’ve never been this late in starting before," said Blair Hawblitz, who was at the Nashville Maple Syrup Association’s sugar shack last Wednesday boiling sap with the help offellow volunteers Larry Hollenbeck of Hastings and Bernie Garvey. "One of our producers came in and he goes by the almanac,” Hawblitz added. “He said that according to the almanac, Dianne Strong fills bottles with fresh maple syrup. the weather isn’t supposed to change until the 16th of April.” Hawblitz said that the best time for tapping trees is when it gets up to 40 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and drops down to freezing over night. "It’s been cold, but the Muddy driveway temporarily closes area recycling center drop off items if we're not open.” Since the recycling center has opened, it has taken in and sent to the mill 92,080 pounds (46.04 tons) of news­ paper, 2,280 pounds of tin cans (1.14 tons), 290 pounds of aluminum. “We have not sent the other things in yet,” Brace said. “We almost have enough for a semi-load. I'll try to keep everyone updated on the amount of recycling that we take in.” he added that during the Sunfield Township cleanup weekend, the center also took in 124,360 pounds (62.18 tons) of metal and 1,030 pounds of aluminum. Because of the muddy driveway, the Sunfield recy­ cling center will be tempo­ rary closing until the drive­ way can be dried out, accord­ ing to operator Keith Brace. “Maybe one to two weeks, depending on the weather,” Brace said. “We are sorry for any inconvenient this may cause you. I’d like to thank Quality Hardwoods for back blading the driveway for us. If the overhead door is not open, that means we are not open. “Do not slide things under the doors! We have a dirt floor and water comes under the door and makes a mess out ofthings and then freezes in the dirt. So please do not 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 pm, 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School .................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... .................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church Service..... Sunday School...... ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School........ ... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ 1 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 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 6 .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Base line 3 Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH . One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 s.m Children’s Sunday School - 930 a.m. Fellowship Time - 1030 a m Adult Sunday School - 10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH FIRST NORTH KALAMO CONGREGATIONAL UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville CHURCH Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Worship Service............... 930 a.m PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service ........................... 6 p.m. 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 HASTINGS 4 Downtown Haetlnga on State St MI.IMOW f »OO Students a Late Bhowi Frt a Bat SB.TB DAILY Matinees til Bpm COITAL STEREO Unllmltari Free Drink Refills * .ttf Cere Refills SPRINC MATINEES FOR EVERYONE SATURDAY fc SUNDAY 10111 AM] GARFIELD (PG) SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE SHOWTIMES 3/29 OTNE RING TWO (PG-13) DianAL/STADIUM SUTIHa 1:35,3:50, 6:50, 9:20 O ICE PRINCESS (G) WmUHMMI SEATING 1:10, 315, 5:20,7:40, 9:45 ROBOTS (PG) owital/staoium seating 125. 3:30,5:25,7:20,9:15 THE PACIFIER (PG) 1:00, 3:00, 5:00,7:00,9:00 20oz DRINK ।I - wybou . In’eNowBleHer^T ■ - wwwhMtjqpe4.opn) _ 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT Other: Prayer Walk, UM Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. . 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH temperatures have been getting close to 40 during the day," he noted. Despite the chilly tem­ peratures outside last week, it was warm and See SYRUP, page 11 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 ........... 11OO a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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................ 7-830 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 29,2005 — Page 3 Maplewood 4th-graders asked to help child with Pony Express Eaton County Undersheriff Fred McPhail and Eaton County mounted deputies Brian Gilton and Karen Hathon recently asked Maplewood Elementary fourth-graders to take part in an effort to raise funds to help a young girl in Chippewa County who suf­ fers from a rare genetic dis­ order. Hathon and Gilton pre­ sented information to the stu­ dents about the Pony Express and the role it played in American history and how it filled a need in the days of the Old West. They also explained how mounted divisions of law enforcement agencies around the state still fulfill the needs of the com­ munities they serve. One of the ways the mounted divisions serve the state of Michigan is through the fund raising efforts ofthe Michigan Sheriff’s Mounted Association’s 44th Annual Pony Express Ride, which begins June 11 in Chippewa County with each mounted unit carrying mail from their own area. All proceeds from the fund-raising event will go to the family ofAllyson Lound, 5, who has been diagnosed with pneomofibromatosis. Anyone who wants to help with this special fund-raiser may do so by contacting the Eaton County Mounted Division ofthe Eaton County Sheriff’s Department. Special stationary with an envelope is available for a donation, write a letter to someone special, place a stamp on it and return it to the sheriff’s department or any member of the Eaton County Mounted Division before June 1. The letters will be taken to Chippewa Commission ikjfiU CoUfllU on Aging Schedule of Events County, placed in saddlebags and carried horseback on Eaton County’s own Pony Express run. At the end of the run, all letters will be canceled and mailed via the United States Postal Service. The mounted unit horses will be at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville May 13, to visit the children and pick up their letters. For more information call Karen Hathon at (517) 566­ 8659. La Leche League to meet Thursday The La Leche League will meet at 9:15 a.m. Thursday, March 31, at 5777 Irish Road, Vermontville. LaLeche League is a non­ sectarian, non-profit organi­ zation that encourages women to breastfeed their babies and offers them sup­ port and information. The name LaLeche means "the milk" in Spanish. The group holds a series of meetings Thursday mornings in and around Barry County, including Vermontville, Clarksville and the Yankee Springs area. There essen­ tially are four topics, with one being presented each month. This month's topic will be "The Art of Breastfeeding and Overcoming Difficulties.” All women who are breastfeeding or are pregnant and interested in breastfeed­ Katie Eldred of Vermontville has been named a reciping are welcome to attend the ient of an FFA Glassbrook Endowment Scholarship. meetings. Babies and tod­ dlers also are welcome. The group also has a lending library with topics on preg­ nancy, childbirth, child development and nutrition. For directions to the meet­ ing or more information Katie Eldred, 17, daughter we learn,” she said. “I’ve about La Leche League and its meetings or for help with of Duane and Kim Eldred of also learned a lot about agri­ breastfeeding, call Kathy Vermontville, has been culture through my participa­ named the recipient of a tion in 4-H and, of course, Othmer at (517) 726-1264. Future Farmers Association Mr. Saari has been very (FFA) Glassbrook inspirational.” Endowment Scholarship. Two or three Glassbrook Endowment Scholarships are awarded each year to high school seniors planning to Residents and business attend Michigan State owners in the Nashville area University (MSU) to study are invited to attend a free willing to subsidize this?” agricultural education. They “I agree there is a higher program “Meth Awareness in concentration of riders (in are selected for the scholar­ Your Community” at 7 p.m. Hastings), but folks in the ship based on their participa­ Thursday, March 31, at rural areas are no less valu- tion in FFA activities, their Mulberry Fore Banquet able,” Bleam responded. grade point average (GPA). Facility, located at 955 N. M­ “I think Katie is very “They deserve as much as 66 Highway in Nashville. we can provide them. We’re deserving of this scholarship. Eric Pessell from the not the Hastings Transit She is an outstanding stuBarry-Eaton County Health Authority, we’re the Barry dent,” said Aaron Saari, Department and Sgt. Chris County Transit Authority.” Maple Valley High School’s Yonkers from the Barry Commissioner Michael agricultural education County Sheriff’s Department Callton said he would have teacher and FFA advisor. will be on hand to give a preferred the process of set­ Eldred, who maintains a ting up and planning for a Power Point presentation on millage request would have 3.968 grade point average, how citizens and business included more input from the has been a member of the owners can recognize the FFA at Maple Valley High public and businesses. signs of methamphetamine Board Chairwoman Clare School for four years. Last abuse and manufacturing Tripp replied, “We (mem- year she served as the club’s labs, and what they can do to bers of the board’s finance secretary and this year she is stop or prevent it. committee) were unanimous the chapter president. There also will be a ques­ in putting this forward and Eldred said she plans to letting the people decide (in pursue a career in agricultur­ tion and answer session after­ ward. a millage election in al education because of the For more information, call August)... But I think this is experiences she has had in something we could talk Mike Callton (517) 852­ the FFA, 4-H and her high about ip the future.” 9046. The board eventually school agricultural education decided to adopt a resolution classes. “I really like everything to put the issue on the August ballot 7-1, with Wing casting we get an opportunity to do the only dissenting vote. through the FFA, all the experiences and everything Local senior receives scholarship from FFA Barry County Transit to ask for ,25 mill levy in August by David T. Young Editor A One-quarter mill propos­ al for 10 years to help fund Barry County Transit servic­ es will face Barry County voters in the August election this summer. Barry County Transit Authority Director Joe Bleam told the Barry County Board of Commissioners Tuesday night that ifthe pro­ posed millage fails, the pub­ lic transportation service may have to be shut down' by mid- to late 2006, except for fulfilling human service agency contracts. Bleam said Barry is one of only two counties in Michigan that has not had to rely on public tax dollars — until now. Barry County Transit has been able to be self-sufficient since it began in December 1981, but severe cutbacks in state and federal support have taken their toll. “I wish I was able to say, ‘no county money involved,”’ Bleam told the board, but the financial situa­ tion has reached a crisis state, particularly in the last several years. As late as 1997 Barry County Transit was receiving about 60 percent of its funding from the state in reimbursements, but that fig­ ure dropped to 38 percent last year and this next year is expected to go below 30 per­ cent. “We can’t survive at 38 percent,” Bleam said. “So at 29 percent, that puts us out of business.” He said a quarter of a mill would generate about $377,000 a year for the pro­ gram’s operations. He added that a quarter of a mill would amount to an extra $12.50 a year in taxes for a home val­ ued at $100,000. Bleam said there are plen­ ty ofgrants available for cap­ ital expenditures, but that’s not where the money is need­ ed locally. “There’s lots of money for capital, but they (the state and federal governments) don’t want to me the money to run it.” It wasn’t as if Bleam dropped a bombshell on the board. He warned of such a situation in the commission­ ers’ meeting of Jan. 25. The director said he’s done about everything he can to cut expenses and increase revenues. Barry County Transit even doubled fees for riders about five years ago.' The service has provided public, transportation to about 1.6 million senior citi­ zens, shoppers, students and the like for more than 23 years. Commissioner Tom Wing said he is concerned that pri­ marily the transit service is for Hastings riders and it isn’t cost efficient to provide it to rural residents. Wing added, “One of the criticisms from my con­ stituents is they would like to see more money instead for roads... The question in this county is, are we going to be x’x Meth awareness program planned Qiana’s Q^ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday x’x S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 n Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, March 30 Tuna salad, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, pita bread. Thursday, March 31 Turkey sandwich w/Swiss cheese, on whole wheat, bread, marinated vegetables, plums. Friday, April 1 Egg salad, three bean salad, dried figs, whole wheat, crackers. Monday, April 4 Meatloaf sandwich, baked beans, apricots, white bread. Tuesday, April 5 Wing dings, coleslaw, pineapple, dinner roll. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, March 30 Beef stew, broccoli, bis­ cuit, fruit compote. Thursday, March 31 Sausage, country potatoes, peaches, French toast sticks, apple juice. Friday, April 1 Cheese ravioli, com, Italian blend, pudding. Monday, April 4 Chicken chili, Brussels sprouts, crackers, cobbler. • Tuesday, April 5 Spaghetti' w/meatsauce, asparagus, carrots, fresh orange. Events Wednesday, March 30Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails. Woodland, Nashville 5 plus 11:30 a.m, Puzzle/Trivia. Thursday, March 31 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m. Delton, Puzzle/Trivia. Nashville TV time. Friday, April 1 - Hastings, bingo. Nashville, Granny’s -Kids. Woodland, Visiting. Monday, April 4 Hastings, April Birthday Party; Nashville 5 10:30 a.m.; Music with Sam, Card Making, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; H,W,N, Reminiscence Center. Delton, Nashville 5 11:30 a.m.. Tuesday, April 5 - Hastings Board games 10-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dance 1-2:30 p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or. 1-800-870-7085 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, March 29,2005 — Page 4 Maple Valley tops Martians for girls’ indoor title at SVSU Judith Kay Evans HASTINGS - Judith Kay givers at Thomapple Manor Evans, age 58, of Hastings, and Personal Home Care for died Saturday, March 26, making her days as comfort­ able as possible. 2005 at Thomapple Manor. Judy is survived by her Mrs. Evans was bom on June 5, 1946 in Lansing, the daughter, Teresa (James, Jr.) daughter of Kenneth and Keel of Charlotte; son, Scott (Melissa) Evans of Delton; Beulah (Pomeroy) Powell. She was raised in the five grandchildren, Wendy Sunfield area and attended Perrier, Aleisha Strong, schools there, graduating in Ryan Evans, Amanda Evans 1964 from Lake wood High and Kaylee Evans; brothers, Ralph (Beverly) Powell of School in Lake Odessa. She lived most of her mar­ Harrison and Charles (Sally) ried life in Eaton County, Powell of Harrison; sisters, moving to the Hastings area Gloria Maden of Florida and Marilyn Currier of Bear in 1989 from Charlotte. She was married to Dennis Lake; sister-in-law, Yvonne Powell of Harrison; nieces, R. Evans on May 15,1965. She was employed as a nephews and a host of waitress in Vermontville for friends. Preceding her in death a few years. Also was an accomplished singer in coun­ were her parents; husband, try and western bands, with Dennis on June 26, 2002; Rebecca her husband, for many years. granddaughter, Judy was a loving and Perrier; and a brother, devoted wife, grandmother, Wayne Powell. Visitation will be • sister and friend. She attend­ ed the Potterville Church of Wednesday, March 30, from the Nazarene. The family 2 p.m. until service time at wishes to thank all the care- the funeral home. Funeral and committal services will be held 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Slocum officiat­ ing. Burial will be Sebewa Cemetery in Ionia County. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-fimeral-home.com) Ruth M. Rice HASTINGS Ruth M. where they farmed together Rice, age 86, of Hastings, in the area for several years. passed away Friday, March Ruth spent several years 25, 2005 at Pennock working at Taylor’s Shoe store and Hastings Piston Hospital. Mrs. Rice was bom in Ring. Oscar and Ruth settled in Hastings, on October 12, 1918, the daughter of the the Algonquin Lake area for late Otis and Hazel (Norris) several years, until moving Hill. to Melbourne Florida where She was raised in the they spent the past 25 years Thomapple Lake area, and together. The couple spent her early childhood enjoyed dancing together; years attending The Quimby including square dancing, School, but finished her edu? round dancing, and roller cation at Hastings High skate dancing. School. Ruth enjoyed spending Ruth was the widow of her quiet time walking along Oscar A. Rice. The couple the beach collecting shells in was married on September 2, Florida.. Ruth was also well 1939 in Angola Indiana. known for her great cooking. After being married the cou­ She is survived by her ple returned to Michigan daughter, Carolyn Hamilton; son, Ernest (Joanne) Rice; brother, Otis (Katie) Hill. Also surviving are six grandchildren, two step grandchildren and several great and great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, and her sisters Hilda Tobias, and Grace Nichols. A Memorial Visitation will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, on Thursday March 31, from 5-7pm. Memorial contributions can be made to Woodlawn Recreations Meadows Fund. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup . Festival Starts Friday Evening, April 22nd All Day Sat. & Sun., April 23rd & 24th TALENT SHOW The Maple Valley varsity Durand 13, Burton Bentley and Hamilton fourth. In the long jump, girls’ track and field team 12.3, and Carrollton 6. The Lions had seven top Hamilton was fifth with a top had athletes finish in the top eight in every event but one eight performances in the leap of 14’.5”, and Lauren Thursday at Saginaw Valley four field events. Kayleigh Pierce finished eighth at 13’8. State University’s Girls Browne was second in the Tobias was fourth in the Indoor Track Meet for shot put with a throw of 400-meter dash in 1:06.39, 33 ’ 4.5 ” . Jenny Ellison tied Division 3 and 4 teams. All those placers helped for second in the high jump McMillen third in the 800the Lions to a first place fin­ at 4’ 10, with teammate Amy meter run in 2:34.73, and ish in the 13-team field. The Joostbems also clearing 4’10 Robles and Joostbems fin­ Lions topped the second and finishing in fourth place. ished neck-and-neck in the place Goodrich Martians by Tara Gordenski and Lisa 1600-meter run. Robles was 22.2 points for the title. Hamilton both reached a top fourth in 6:16.33, and Maple Valley finished in height qf 8’6 in the pole vault Joostbems fifth in 6:16.53. the top spot in two events. for the Lions, with The 800-meter relay team of Gordenski finishing second Amy Abbott, Alisha Felmlee, Dhani Tobias, and Dani Christensen won their race in 1:55.52. Abbott also won the 60meter dash with a time of 8.34 seconds, and was sec­ ond in the 60-meter hurdles in 9.9 seconds. She had a teammate not too far behind in the two races. Jenny Ellison was seventh in the 60 hurdles with her time of 10,84 seconds, and Felmlee was sixth in the 60 dash in 8.67 seconds. The Lions did well in all three relay races, with the team of Jessica McMillen, Tessa Robles, Christensen, and Tobias finishing second in the 1600-meter relay, behind the Goodrich girls, in 4:35.08. Tobias, Robles, Kristen and Hummel, McMillen were also second to Goodrich in the 3200meter relay, finishing with a time of 10:43.29. Goodrich’s girls were the 2004 Division 3 cross coun­ try champions by a landslide, so finishing behind them in the distance relays is nothing to feel too badly about. Maple Valley finished with a total of 107 team Garret Mater, a student in David Hustwick's class, points, ahead of second place Goodrich’s 84.8. Ubly was has been named the fourth grade Student of the Month third with 64.5, followed by for March at Maplewood Elementary School in Freeland 60, Bad Axe 41, Vermontville. Earlier this month, another student was Bath 36, Burton Atherton 24, erroneously identified as having received the honor. Central Montcalm 21.3, Portland 18, Hemlock 14, Fourth grade student ofmonth named Nashville VFW Post 8260 Penny Supper SATURDAY, APRIL ^>r Fri., April 22 • 6:30 pm 2- ing Dinner 5:30-7 pm Call 517-726-0970 • Turkey & Dressing Three Divisions: • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • Ages 18 ana over Application deadline April 15, 2005 Eaton County Retired School Personnel to meet April 12 The Eaton County Retired School Personnel will meet Tuesday, April 12, for a luncheon at 12:30 p.m. at the Independence Village in Grand Ledge on M-100 near M-43. Reservations may be made with Kay y DePue at 517-6270388 or with: Vivian Flower at 517-543-1277 before April 6. Cost is $6 at the door. A program of music will follow the luncheon. Jerry Hough’s “Senior Class Band” will perform for those attending. New school retirees who retired from a Michigan school are cordially invited. Give a memorial that can go on forever Our Family Serving Your Family According to the Golden Rule Since 1923 Funeral andMemorial Services ' Family Affirmation Services Trust 100 Pre-arrangements Aftercare and GriefSupport Counselor Joseph Ernest Pray Joseph E. Pray R. Raymond Rossell 401 W. Seminary St.. Charlotte 517-543-2950 www.prayfimeral.com UllSt 5® 06602300 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 BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 29,2005 — Page 5 Wendy Pifer brings ‘can-do’ spirit to Vermontville Twp. Emergency Wendy Pifer has been on the Vermontville Township Emergency Services depart­ ment for 11 years. She was a medical first responder for three years, taking her class at the Vermontville Station. She then took the next step and became an emergency med­ ical technician-basic, getting her education at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte. Pifer says she remembers her first EMS run where she was the lead EMT. Someone died due to trauma and it was someone she knew, which made it all the more intense. Pifer notes the biggest change in EMS since she began is the use of the AED, the defibrillator that is used to shock someone’s heart back into a normal rhythm. Other equipment also is used on the ambulance, such as the glucometer to measure someone’s blood sugar with just a finger stick, which makes it so much more effective to treat patients before they get to the hospi­ tal. Pifer says she likes EMS because ofbeing able to help people. She enjoys her co­ workers and says, “my part­ ners make it fun." She has four children, only two left at home, and five grandchildren. She and her Nashville Assembly Mar. 30 Apr. 1 Apr. 6 Apr. 7 Apr. 11 Apr. 18 Apr. 20 Apr. 21 Apr. 25 Dairy Development Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Enrollment Deadline for new 4-H members. Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Small Animal Sales Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Exension Office. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Fair attendees can help build classroom libraries by purchasing books for teach- Maple Valley Arms Apartments tetarfyadeStudentdhiW Stove and Refrigerator Furnished Rent Based on Income taawfEtaiaiySM1 rSirth.wtasi^ rewit* For application 517-852-0852 1-800-649-3777 (Ml Relay Center-VoiceTTY) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY Stop in and see Vai at our Woodland office. She is available to assist you with all of your financial needs. ICNB Hometown Banking || Member FDIC wWW.icnb.COtn The Nashville Assembly of God will present “One Voice,” with Billy Walker and his family at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 30. The musical ensemble has opened for artists such as Mark Lowry. Singer-songwriter Brent McClain will be in concert at the 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. servic­ es Sunday, April 3. A free-will offering will be taken for all three concerts. Scholastic Book Fair slated at Maplewood Maplewood Elementary School will be host for a Scholastic Book Fair from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 today (Tuesday, March 29) and from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. and 1 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, and Thursday, March 31. The fair will feature spe­ Wendy Pifer is an emergency medical technician with cially priced books and edu­ the Vermontville Township Emergency Services. cational products, including newly released works, family enjoy spending time and plans to race, too. award-winning titles, chilat their lake property, going Wendy and Steve have dren's classics, interactive to movies and sledding in the been married for just five software and current best­ winter. Her husband, Steve, years. Wendy has lived in sellers from more than 150 who is also on the fire and Vermontville all her life, publishers. EMS department, races cars graduating from Maple “The book fair brings chil­ during the summer, which Valley High School. dren, teachers and families takes up her extra time and Right now Pifer is extra together within a school and will soon increase as her busy because she is going to daughter, Teketha, will be Kellogg Community College community to celebrate read­ getting her driver’s license part time to become a regis­ ing and learning," said tered nurse. She plans to Maplewood Principal Fred graduate in May 2007. Being Davenport. The fair will be open dur­ a nurse has always been something she wanted to do ing school hours and during but never pursued it until parent-teacher conferences recently, which she regrets. Wednesday and Thursday. Her advice for someone Parents, children, teachers 100-106 Lentz wanting to do or be some­ and the community are invitNashville, Ml 49073 thing they are not sure about ed. A special family event is to, "always check out your will be featured from 1 to 7 Now Accepting Applications dreams, never push them to p.m. Wednesday and 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments the side, as they may be clos- Thursday. er then you think. liMiMIMiMi to have 3 concerts Woodland offce: , 269-36 7-4911 Meth awareness class is April 13 The public is invited to attend a methamphetamine awareness class being offered free of charge to res­ idents in Vermontville, Vermontville Township and surrounding areas at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, in the multi-purpose room at Maplewood Elementary School, 170 Seminary St. in Vermontville. Law enforcement officers from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, Lansing’s Metro Squad and the Michigan State Police will be on hand to talk to res­ idents and businesses owners about what to look for and report to stop the prolifera­ tion of meth labs. The class is being offered by the Village of Vermontville, and Vermontville Township, in conjunction with the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, the Vermontville Lions Club, Vermontville Women’s Club, Maplewood School and PALS. Light refreshments will be served by PALS. For more information call the village office at (517) 726-1429. IHHKI8II JhnnkyjM ers through the Classroom Wish List program, Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 in— ......... — 06603247 (COUNTRY TREASURES 4526 S. M-66 Hwy., Nashville, MI 517-852-0391 HOURS: 10-6 TUES./SAT. STOREWIDE SALE 20% OFF ANY ITEM COME SEE US FOR ALL YOUR HOME DECOR NEEDS SALE ENDS 4-12-05 www. kountrytreasuresinc. com THANK VCD Thanh «mi THANKYOU The Nashville ■ I Firemen § would like to THANK lip EVERYONE who came g to the annual pancake breakfast. P- Thanksfor showing pour support s d of thefire department; and a special thanks to thefiremen’s & wives and children. This event would not be possible without g* all their help. SeB Thank Mou ‘Thank <¥ou THANKj/OU J||(|[]jl|()|| gg 06605167 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, March 29. 2005 — Page 6 Thirteen students attend conference for Model U.N Thirteen students from Maple Valley High School attended the 2005 Mid-American Model United Nations confer­ ence at McCamly Plaza Hotel in Battle Creek March 9-12. Nearly 500 students, staff and advisors from 27 high schools attended, making this the 15th anniversary year of the Model U.N. the largest yet. The purpose of the annual Model U.N. con­ ference is to expose stu­ dents to issues that high school curriculum may not cover, and to make them more aware of their world. Students are assigned a country and must represent their coun­ try’s policies during dis­ cussions, debate and vot­ ing on legislation. Students are placed on dif­ ferent committees such as political, economic, legal, science and technology, and social, humanitarian and culture. This is the second year Maple Valley has sent stu­ dent delegates to Model U.N. Senior Andrew Gaber organized Maple Valley’s first trip and spearheaded this year’s delegation, along with advisor Janet Adams and Superintendent Kim Kramer. Gaber also was a featured speaker as he rep­ resented The Republic of Finland at the opening session of the General Assembly. “These students are Maple Valley’s delegation at the 2005 Model U.N. included Kelsey West, Amanda Kirchhoff, Meghan Gabor, Brandi Walden, Andrea Jarvie, Bekah Welch, Andrew Gaber, Warren Primm, Bryan Theisen, Kyle Pash, Zeke Wieland, Norman Porter and Justin Suntken. self-motivated and highachievers,” Adams, said. “They are willing to put in hours of work outside of regular school hours. Model U.N. is academi­ cally challenging and forces students to explore world issues and policies beyond their own environ­ ment.” WEATHER, continued from page 1 Andrew Gaber delivers his speech before the General Assembly at the Model United Nations. nado watch and warning. We need to stay on top of the weather conditions— which Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MLS 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, Broker - GRI................................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor.................................................................................. Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor............................................................................. Cell 269-838-2884 $75,00011 NEW LISTING - IN NASHVILLE! Good starter home for the family, 1800 sq. ft. 7 rooms, 3 poss. 4 bed­ rooms on double lot w/storage shed. Call Homer for more details. (N-104) 4 BEDROOMS - 2 BATHS IN NASHVILLE Remodeled 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home. 7x38 wrap­ around deck + back deck, 1st floor laundry, long countertop island between dining room fir kitchen. Updates in 2002. Roof 2004. Call Rick. (CH-102) in on comer lot with mature shade trees, patio, newer roof, full basement & pantry. One block from the stores, walk to pest office. Seller will look at all offers!! Call Jerry (N-9S) "FAMILY HOME” IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Home has lots of potential, across from park on city lot, plus "extra' lot. Call Rich for more infor­ mation._____ (N-101) NEW LISTINGI IN NASHVILLE Nice "family home", 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wrap around deck, central air, appliances included. Many recent improvements. Must see to be appreciated!! Call Homer. (N-103) FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE: 7 room, 3 bedroom, ail appliances and some furniture included. Central air, 2 1/2 car garage, shows AAA. Call Homer. (N-96) can change drastically in a matter of minutes.” According to the National Weather Service, tornados develop from severe thun­ derstorms. Though not all thunderstorms spawn torna­ dos, twisters are more likely to occur when there is unsea­ sonably warm and humid air at the earth’s surface and cold air at the middle atmos­ pheric levels, with strong upper-level jet stream winds. Tornados develop and move rapidly, often with lit­ tle or no warning. When a tornado watch is announced, residents should gather a first aid kit, flashlight and an all­ weather or portable radio and stay tuned to local radio and television stations. A watch means that conditions are right for the development of a tornado. A tornado warning means a tornado has been sighted or is imminent and everyone in the area should take cover. Go to the basement or desig­ nated shelter area, taking cover under something stur­ dy. If there isn’t a basement, move to the lowest floor pos­ sible, in a centrally located small room or closet without windows. Stay low and if possible, under a heavy object. Avoid windows, glass doors and wide, open areas. Ifa person is in a car when a warning is issued, he or she should pull over to the side of the road and get out and find shelter in a designated building. If, none is avail­ able, he or she should find a low lying area, such as a ravine or ditch and lay down covering the back of their head and neck with his or her arms. Attention Concerned Citizens: Meth In Your Community Come get your questions answered by representatives from the Barry/Eaton Health Department's Environmental and Public Health and area Law Enforcement. Thursday, March 31st • 7:00 P.M. at Mulberry Gardens, 975 N. Main (M-66), Nashville. Coffee and Snacks For more information call County Commissioner Mike Callton at (office) 517-852-2070 or (home) 517-852-9046. MAPLE VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE Baseball & Softball Final Sign-Up! Wednesday, April 13 • 5-7 p.m. at the MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA 2 story home with 5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large fireplace, country kitchen—home sits back from the road, stream along side, mature shade trees, circle drive. Call Jerry (CH-92) $125,0001! "IN COUNTRY” WEST OF NASHVILLE "OLDSTYLE" FARMSTEAD BRICK HONE 2 story brick house, 4 bedrooms,, 2 full baths, 2 large enclosed porches, deck, bam, granary and 2 1/2 car garage. Mature shade trees fit fruit trees, above ground pool and circle drive. Lot size subject to survey and ZBA approval. Approx. 2 acres. Call Jerry (CH-86) PRICE REDUCED! WEST OF BELLEVUE ON M-78 2 bedroom ranch home on 3+ acres, 2 car garage, pole bam, 3 seasons enclosed porch, updated windows, electric, siding, water sof­ tener fit furnace. Good starter home. Call Jerry for full. details. (CH-97) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Chariton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (vl-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCED!! Perked building site, surveyed. Hear Hastings "in the country". Great view, dose to public hunting fir fishing. Lois of birds fir wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit Call Rick. (VL-99) ac top o roa 4 ACRES: Black road, nor north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Call, Homer. (VL-89) : ® V2 ACRES NEAR fir 1-69 I building site, walkout^pcAgp Call Homer. prox. half-wooded, rolling ls of wildlife. (VL-100) Attention Boys & Girls - ages 8-15! Want to come join the fun of the Maple Valley Little League? Give us a call or come sign-up on April 13! Don't wait too long, deadline is around the comer! The Maple Valley Little League & Travel Teams are not affiliated. All practices & games will stay right here in Maple Valley. Re Remember, April 13 is last sign-up & April 15 is deadline! Co-ed Tee-Ball Boys & Girls Pee Wee Boys & Girls Minor Boys & Girls Major $20.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 8-9 10-12 13-15 Any questions q call Ed, Becky or Michelle: 517-852-0898 i �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 29,2005 — Page 7 Lions fill up four first team spots on All Co. teams by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Most of them are seniors who have been around for a long time, and have meant a Boys’ Basketball lot to their respective The end of the 2004-05 schools. boys’ basketball season is Boys’ Basketball one that will never be forgot­ First Team ten. Nathan Farrell - Delton The Rockford referee inci­ Kellogg: “He grew up this dent will be in the minds of year, and just did some won­ the Lakewood community, derful things for us,” DK players, and fans for years to coach Mike Mohn said ofhis come. senior shooting guard. South Christian’s eventual Farrell ended a two-year Class B state title didn’t career as a varsity starter as make matters an better for the Panther’s most prolific the Vikings. three-point shooter. He hit Lakewood’s team wasn’t 56 this year, and 107 in his the only one to be knocked varsity career, while leading out of the state tournament the team with a 19 points per by an eventual state champi­ game average and 48 assists. onship team. Maple Valley Trevor Manning was topped by the Class C Middleville: The Trojans state champs from Olivet in senior center was successful the district semifinals at more for his skill than his Bellevue. size, and was chosen to the Only four teams in the O-K Gold’s all-conference state can win their final first team. game, and two of them He averaged 14.8 points, ended they year for our 7.5 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks county’s teams. per game, while shooting 57­ Hopefully, all the great percent from the field. things the Vikings and Dustin Mead - Maple Lions, as well as the Trojans, Valley: The Lions’ senior Saxons, and Panthers did all point guard was named his season long will be remem­ team’s MVP this season and bered as well. earned All SMAA first team They could be easy to for­ honors. get, especially come next He averaged 6.2 assists year when new faces are and 3 steals per game, to go leading the way. Maple along with his 8.7 points per Valley’s Adam Lamphere is contest. the only junior on the 2004­ Corey Thelen 05 All Barry County first and Lakewood: Thelen was one second teams. The other 13 of three Vikings who fin­ honorees are seniors. ished their third season as a They aren’t just seniors. varsity starter this year. Members of the 2004-05 winter All Barry County Teams from Maple Valley High School include, from left, Amy Joostberns (first team volleyball), Kyndra Root (first team volleyball), Chris Morris (second team wrestling), Ben Boss (first team wrestling), Tyler Greenfield (second team wrestling), Joey Desrochers (second team wrestling), and Dustin Mead (first team boys’ basketball). (Photo by Brett Bremer) He was the one the Vikings would look to get the ball to with a game on the line, and he came through with 15.8 points, 1.9 assists, 1.8 steals, and 5.7 rebounds per game. Travis Willard Lakewood: Another three year varsity starter, Willard became the man in the mid­ dle for Lakewood this year. He was second on the team with 13 points per and 6.4 rebounds per game, while also gamering 2.2 assists and 1.2 blocks a game. Jon Yeazel - Middleville: A senior, but he still has more basketball to play for coach Jay Smith at Central Michigan University. He ends his high school career after three-seasons on the varsity as the Trojans third leading scorer with 1143 points. This season he averaged 19.65 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2.1 steals a game. Boys’ Basketball Second Team Jason Beardslee - Maple Valley: The man on the inside for the Lions, he was the team’s second leading | J scorer with 11.7 points per game while shooting 61-percent from the field. The team’s senior center With lots oflovefrom: also added 6.1 rebounds per game as a team captain, and Angie, Steve, Hadley & Hutch received honorable mention fe X?.',. A /d> A /cCC honors in the SMAA. Tyler Beglin Lakewood: Lakewood’s third three-year varsity starter, he was third on the team with 10.7 points per game. Beglin led the team with 34 three pointers and shot 74.5-percent from the free throw line, while finishing second on the team with 65 assists. David Finkbeiner Middleville: Finkbeiner had a solid season playing the Simply put, no. point for the Trojan varsity, and his 6.1 assists per game God made sure of this 2,000 years ago with is the third best mark in TK the gift of Jesus. Here's the bonus: Believing in history. God makes a big difference not only in the next He added 6.4 points and 2 life but in this one as well. Come and see! steals per game to his out­ standing assist totals. Living in God’s Amazing Grace) Brandon Johnson Hastings: Johnson did a lit­ tle bit of everything every time out on the court for the Saxons in his senior season. He led the team with 2.1 steals per game, and was the Zion Lutheran Church team’s second leading 6261 Velte Road in Woodland rebounder with 4.2 per con­ 3/4 Mile South of Lakewood High School test while averaging 4.8 Sunday Worship at 10:30 a.m. points per game. 269-367-4817 Adam Lamphere Celebrating 58 years of marrage on March 29th WILLI BE LEFT BEHIN*> w 06605218 Maple Valley: Opponents Girls’ Volleyball 41 aces while connecting on were always very aware of First Team 98-percent of her serves. where this Lion junior was Chelsea Brehm Emily Duits - Lakewood: on the floor, and he still man­ Lakewood: The Vikings A sophomore front-line play­ aged to lead his team with a junior setter was named to er for Lakewood, Duits 13 point per game average. the CAAC-3’s first team all recorded 342 kills this year. He was a first team All conference this year, and to She was named to the SMAA performer this year, the all-region team in Class CAAC-3’s first team all-con­ and added 4.3 assists and 3.5 B. ference, and added 124 digs steals per game to his point She recorded 845 assists and 39 total blocks. total. this season, an average of Jessica Flaska Brandon Link - Delton seven per game, to go with Kellogg: Like his team, her 124 kills, 339 digs, and See ALL-COUNTY, next page when he was on opponents better look out. “When he’s there, he’s a pretty great player for us,” said DK coach Mike Mohn. Link was the only player in the county to average a double-double this season, Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent with his 12.5 points and 10 Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office rebounds per game. He also led the Panthers with 33 Tax Preparation E-Filing steals and 34 blocked shots. Small Business Accounting Josh Maurer- Hastings: When the Saxons needed a RAL’s coach on the floor it was (Refund anticipation loan) their senior Josh Maurer that •E Check as soon as 24 hours they turned to. He averaged 7.1 points per Student and Senior Rates!! game this year, with a single­ •E game high of 22. Pat Morris - Lakewood: E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net The Vikings senior point guard did his job this year Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 running the show up top on We are located on Main Street in Nashville next both the offensive and defen­ £ to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. sive ends. 06602724 He averaged 5.5 points per game and 3.5 assists. On the other end of the floor he was tops on the team with 13 charges taken. Maple Valley Accounting A Tax, LLC Phone: 517-852-1500 WEATHERWAX FARM MARKET & NURSERY Girls’ Volleyball Seniors certainly don’t like the phrase, wait ‘til next year, but... Wait ‘til next year. Of the 15 girls chosen for the 2004-05 all-Barry County volleyball first and second teams, only five of them are seniors. Of the 10 underclassmen on the list, five are under­ classmen at Lakewood. The Vikings had another out­ standing season, winning the Capital Area Activities Conference Division 3 title, then racking up another dis­ trict championship before falling in the regional finals. The Vikings weren’t the area’s only conference champs, a great regular sea­ son and a second place finish at the Southern Michigan Athletic Association tourna­ ment left the Lions in a firstplace tie with Lansing Christian for a conference title. The Saxons, Panthers, and Trojans all saw their ups and downs, but things look bright in their futures as well. Stop by and check out ourfull line of Groceries! prop BBBBBB BBBBBB Bakery • Deli Carry Out Subs & Pizza Butcher Shop Lawn & Garden Propane Fill Station Amish Made Wood Furniture Full Line of Amish Made Chocolates 2970 N. 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She connected on 96-percent of her serves this year, Bailigh Schrader, a kindergardener in Amy Billing’s while smacking 104 aces, class at Fuller Street Elementary School, listens while and also contributed 550 digs Kayahsandra Fletcher from Pat Hansen’s fifth grade and 175 kills. Stevie Spetoskey class from Maplewood Elementary School reads to her. Lakewood: Spetoskey was Students from all the fifth grade classes at Maplewood named to the CAAC-3’s all Elementary were at Fuller Street last Wednesday, read­ conference first team and to ing to the children in the lower elementary classes as the all region team as a jun­ part of the Maple Valley School District’s observation of ior in her third year with the March Is Reading Month. Viking varsity. She recorded 334 kills this season, 316 digs, 82 total blocks, and was good on 98­ percent of her serves with 46 t s aces. 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Lisa Hamilton - Maple Valley: The Lions senior set­ ter recorded 913 assists this season, to go with her 100 aces and 238 digs. She earned honorable mention honors in the March is Reading Month observed I ' L S $33.50/4 ™, Southern Michigan Athletic Association this year. Kelsey Howell Hastings: Howell did a little bit of everything for the Saxons in her senior season with the varsity. She recorded 168 digs, 129 kills, and also 53 assists when called upon as the team’s back-up setter. Emily MacDonald Lakewood: A fourth mem­ ber of the Viking varsity team to be named to the CAAC-3’s all-conference first team. She’s a junior who record­ ed 226 kills this season to go with her 239 digs and 106 total blocks. She committed only 12 errors in 386 service attempts while tallying 34 aces. Andrea Otto Middleville: A senior out­ side hitter for the Trojans, recorded 199 kills, 59 aces, and 293 digs this winter. “She was a work horse, and took a lot of negative stat’s on her part, frying to get to balls that her team­ mates didn’t get to,” said Trojan coach Jamie Nelson. Morgan Pennington Lakewood: A junior, she had a great season at the net, leading the Vikings in kills with 350. She was nearly as danger­ ous from the back of the court, where she blasted 76 aces while serving success­ fully 95-percent of the time. Michelle VanderMeer Middleville: “Michelle led our team,” said TK coach Jamie Nelson. “She is a hard working setter that picked up the slack when our passing went sour.” A senior, VanderMeer recorded 769 assists this winter to go with her 137 digs, 46 aces, and 32 blocks. Jamie VanBoven Hastings: The Saxons’ jun­ ior middle hitter led her team with 249 kills and 141 total blocks. She had a talent this sea­ son for reading opponents defenses and finding the open holes for the kill, said coach Gina McMahon. Wrestling Barry County wrestling fans couldn’t have asked for much more out of the 2004­ 05 season. Maybe just one more win, here or there. A pair of individuals and one team finished one win short of state titles. Hastings 103-pounder R.J. Morgan and Lakewood 171-pounder Eddie Phillips each finished second at the Division 2 indi­ vidual finals in Auburn Hills. The Thomapple Kellogg Trojans finished second to Mason at the team state finals in Battle Creek. That’s just being picky. Barry County teams swept their conferences. Only Hastings was left without a conference championships, but that was because it fin­ ished second to Thomapple Kellogg in the O-K Gold Conference. The Trojans were undefeated in the league duals then added the conference’s tournament championship. Lakewood, Maple Valley, and Delton Kellogg all matched the Trojans feat of undefeated league dual meet seasons added with confer­ ence tournament champi­ onships. Once those trophies were wins and 9 losses. 130 safely on display, Barry Evan Terry - Lake wood: County’s teams went after This Viking senior had to the rest of the state. TK, Lakewood, and miss much ofhis senior year, Maple Valley all won district and finished with a record of 16-7 after placing second in titles. TK edged Hastings in the district finals, and Maple the individual district tourna­ ment. Valley topped Delton. He also finished second at Then the Trojans edged 130 pounds in the Capital Lakewood in the regional finals, to make the trip to Area Activities Conference Kellogg Arena for the state Division 3 tournament this season. team finals, 135 Morgan and Phillips Nate McMurray weren’t the only one’s hav­ ing individual success. A Middleville: This Trojan total of 19 county grapplers senior was one of his team’s qualified for the individual eight individual state quali­ state finals at the Palace, and fiers. He ended the year with a eight of them earned medals. Here’s the 2003-04 All record of 32 wins and 17 Barry County Wrestling losses, after finishing third at teams, as chosen by their both districts and regionals. 140 coaches. Steve Case - Hastings: Wrestling First Team 103 He was a state qualifier in his RJ. Morgan - Hastings: sophomore season, winning He came up one win short of one match in consolation being the Saxons’ first unde­ before falling to Byron feated state champion since Center’s Brent Mencarelli in 1981, when he fell in the over time. finals of the individual state He ends his second year tournament. with the varsity with a record A junior, he is the only of 40-17, after Saxons to qualify for the 145 Ben Boss - Maple Valley: individual finals in his fresh­ man, sophomore, and junior One of the, if not the, best seasons, and ended this year wrestlers in Maple Valley with a record of 50-1. history saw his career come 112 to an end with an eighth Rusty Burgdorf place medal at the individual Hastings: Burgdorf had an finals. outstanding junior season He finished his senior year that ended with him accept­ with a record of 45-4, and ing the sixth place medal for ended his Maple Valley the 112-pound weight class career with three state at the state finals. medals and 194 victories. He was also the O-K Gold Ryan Fletke champion in his weight Middleville: One of the class, and finished the year Trojans’ senior captains, he with a record of 44 wins and advanced to the champi-^ onship quarterfinals of the 8 losses. 119 individual state tournament Justin Lewis with an opening round win at Middleville: Lewis, a senior, the Palace. wrestled up a weight class at He ended the season with the end of the season, and a record o 43 wins and 6 won an O-K Gold title and losses, after winning an indi­ District title at 125 pounds. vidual district championship He went on to qualify for and an O-K Gold Conference the individual state meet title. where he advanced to the 152 championship quarterfinals Kalani Garber with an opening round win. Middleville: He was the He was 52-6 this season. Trojans’ lone individual state 125 medalist in his senior season, Jeff Allen - Hastings: A with a fourth place finish in senior, he was one of three Division 2’s 152-pound Saxons to medal at the indi­ weight class. vidual state finals when he He ended his season with won his final match for sev­ a record of 49-8, after plac­ enth place in the 130-pound ing fourth at districts and weight class. second in the individual He was third in the O-K regional. Gold Conference at 130 160 pounds this year, and ended Ashtin King - Hastings: the year with a record of 42 See ALL-COUNTY, page 10 Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varsity Girl’s Track and Field Maple Valley's Dhani Tobias played a big part in the Lion var­ sity girls' track and field team's championship performance at the SVSU indoor meet last Thursday. Tobias was a part of the Lions' championship 800-meter relay, its second place 1600-meter relay, and placed fourth in the 400-meter dash. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 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Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, March 29, 2005 — Page 10 Eliminating state senate not a joke by Fred Jacobs vicepresident, J-Ad Graphics I’ll bet the news that the Barry County Democratic Party proposed eliminating the Michigan Senate brought smirks and snickers from Republicans and from com­ rades in their own party. Indeed, when the local county’s resolutions were presented to the state Democratic Party for consid­ eration, this one apparently didn’t get very far. Unlike most, though, I’m not laughing. I think this is serious business and I believe the resolution should be given more than a wink and a giggle. I think we need to stop and think about the pros and cons ofreducing the number of our legislators in Lansing from 148 to 110. If we think about it long enough, we just might be willing to entertain this pos­ sibility as a step in the right direction for better govern­ ment and fiscal responsibili- ty- Once again, these are crit­ ical times and we’ve got to think outside the box and stop defending an inadequate status quo that in the future could be our undoing. Right now we have 110 state legislators, and ours is the 87th District It would seem 110 people and a gov­ ernor would be good enough to handle the state’s busi­ ness. The senate has 38 mem­ bers, and it has proven lately to be a stepping stone for state legislators who are suc­ cessful enough to get broad­ er support after being term limited with six years as leg­ islators. The only difference between a state legislator and a state senator then is the size of the geographic area that person represents. Status quo defenders would hold that we need checks and balances with the two different- chambers in Lansing. They also would hold that we need to follow Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 05527888 the national model estab­ lished by our Founding Fathers in deliberations of the Constitutional Convention more than 200 years ago. The framers of the U.S. Constitution certainly made compromising famous when they agreed to the Virginia Plan, to have one chamber (Congress) represent a cer­ tain population, and to the New Jersey Plan, to allow each state to send two repre­ sentatives to Washington D.C. But there is a huge differ­ ence between this national model and the state’s. One chamber has an equal num­ ber from each separate state. There is no such need within a state. The national model has enabled the Congress and Senate to grow into two dif­ ferent bodies. I maintain that in Michigan, there aren’t huge differences between state legislators and state senators. Furthermore, since voters statewide approved term lim­ its, all we’ve seen is a game of musical chairs for public officials, like former State eliminated. I suspect an area that Senator William VanRegenmorter, who is could be-cut without the peo­ now State Representative ple suffering a lot as a result William VanRegenmorter. could be the Michigan Then there’s former State Senate. Think of the money Rep. Patty Birkholz, now we’d save. With 38 senators at State Sen. Patty Birkholz. The pay for a senator and $80,000 apiece, the state representative is the same, would save $3.04 million a just shy of $80,000 a year. year just in salary. Add to And the benefits? Some of that the health care, retire­ the best health care you can ment and expense packages get. each of them get. Then add Nebraska more than 70 the people who- work.on their years ago opted to do this staffs, their salaries and ben­ strange thing of moving to a efits. Then add those posh unicameral (one-house) leg­ offices they work in, get rid islature and those of the building by selling it Comhuskers don’t seem to and put as much as $50 mil­ be experiencing a lot oftrou­ lion (according to estimates) bles in governance, at least back into the general fund. no more than any other state. My goodness, just by So why should we serious­ eliminating one chamber of ly consider this? In a word: state government, we might money. be able to balance the state If you. haven’t been aware budget. And what would we of Michigan’s financial trou­ lose? More- unecessary or bles over the last three years, irrelevant legislation? I’d like to know what planet Democratic Gov. Jennifer you’ve been on. Only this Granholm and the past month we’ve heard a lot Republican-dominated State of bickering over where to Legislature have been quar­ cut-, and too often very reling for a long time over important services and pro­ where budget cuts, can be grams are being reduced or made with the least amount ALL-COUNTY, continued from page 8 King was one of five Saxons to qualify for the individual state finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills, where he saw his season end with a record of 37 wins and 14 losses. He was the O.-K Gold NEW LOCATION Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) Having sold my building down­ town, Nashville, I am no longer working with the Lynn Denton Agency or Michigan Farm Bureau. Conference Tournament champion this year at 160 pounds, topping TK’s Chris Humphrey 11-5 in the cham­ pionship final. 171 Eddie Phillips Lakewood: Phillips, a jun­ ior, didn’t lose his first-match this season until the individ­ ual regional tournament at Plainwell, then won his next four to reach the champi­ onship finals of the state tournament at 171 pounds. He finished second to Allegan’s undefeated senior Eric Simaz, and wants to come back next year and move up that final place after ending this season with a record of 44-2. 189 Adam Fyan - Lakewood: A junior, he qualified for the individual state finals for the first time, but had to forfeit his first two matches as he recovered from injury. He finished the year with a record of 36-8, and was one of six Vikings to win an indi­ vidual title in the Capital Area Activities Conference Division 3. Therefore, I have opened an office in my home and am able to provide... 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Maybe we, the people, should get a petition going to eliminate the senate and put the question on the state bal­ lot for the 2006 election. At the very least, it would get lawmakers’ attention and serve them notice that we are not amused by their dawdling and self-serving activities. If the Democrats and Republicans won’t do the right thing, let’s take our government back. Once again, yours for bet­ ter government... Home (517) Fax (517) 852-9132 852-2020 k 215 Alan O’Donnell Lakewood: O’Donnell had the best finish by a Viking this year who won hi's last match ofthe season, taking a 7-2 decision over Fruitport’s Luke Dobb for the third place medal at the individual state finals. He was a silver medallist at regionals this year, and in the CAAC-3, and finished the season with a record of 37-6. 275 Cody Dupont Lakewood: Dupont is anoth­ er Viking heavyweight who gets to return after an out- standing campaign, in which he won himself a fifth place njedal at the individual state finals. ■ A junior, he was 39-4 this year after winning a district championship and finishing second at regionals. Wrestling Second Team 103 Tucker Bowerman Middleville: He finished his freshman season at 103 pounds with a record of 25 wins and 17 losses. None of those 25 wins were bigger than the one he earned at the start ofthe team regional final, to. help the See ALL-COUNTY, page 12 BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available Something Special at Kathy's Y Offering Gifts and ANTIQUES! 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"We boiled about 1,270 galloons of sap on Tuesday and it yielded about 47 gallons of syrup." Garvey said that some of the producers who Date set for Ella Sharp Wine & Art Festival The Ella Sharp Museum and the Southeast Michigan Pioneer Wine trail are pleased to announce a part­ nership that will produce The Ella Sharp Wine & Art Festival on Saturday, June 4, 2005 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the museum grounds. Continuing the success of the wine trail’s May 2004 festival, the event now moves to the picturesque grounds of the Ella Sharp Museum, located in Ella Sharp Park, Jackson. The event will feature wine tasting by the members of the SE Pioneer Wine Trail (Cherry Creek Cellars, Parma and Somerset Center; Lone .Oak Vineyard Estates, Grass Lake; Pentamere Winery, Tecumseh; Sandhill Crane Vineyards; St. Julian Winery, Parma and Dundee; and Tabor Hill Wine & Art Gallery, Ann Arbor) along with the Winery at Uncle John’s Cider Mill, DeWitt. In addition to the wine tasting, the 2005 Ella Sharp Wine & Art Festival fea­ tures an invitational art fair with 30 artists’ booths, live music in the afternoon and early evening including soft jazz by Dave Weatherwax, seminars on wines and wine­ making food by Ella’s Granary restaurant, and wine sales by the bottle or casfe. Admission to the festival is $15 per person. This includes a free wine tasting from each of the seven par­ ticipating wineries. Additional tasting tickets will be available for pur­ chase. Tickets will be avail­ able from the Ella Sharp Museum, at all Pioneer Wine Trail locations, and by phone and online. Early sponsors of the event include the Craft Agency and A.G. Edwards; media sponsors are the Jackson Citizen Patriot, JTV, and Jackson Publishing. Michigan International Speedway is an event contributor. For more information visit the Ella Sharp Museum’s website, www.ellasharp.org, or call (517) 787-2320. ATTENTION: VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS BRUSH AND LEAF pick-up Pick-up will begin April 1,2005, and end on April 15th. Please have your leaves and brush at the curbside and in separate piles. There is a $5-00 charge per month put on your water bill if you have a pick-up. 06605154 NOTICE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa HELP WANTED Applications will be accepted for a full-time DPW position with the Village of Vermontville. Applications will be available at the village office, Tuesday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Applications must be returned to the village office by 3 p.m. on Friday, April 1st. For more information call the office at 517-726-1429 or the garage at 517-726-1444. The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any and all applications. Resumes and applications will be returned only at the request of the applicant. All resumes and applications will become the property of the Village and will be public information unless otherwise requested. MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1, 2005, through March 31, 2006, will be held in conjunction with the annual meeting at the township hall, 721 Durkee St, Nashville, on March 26,2005, at 1:30 p.m. Copies of the proposed budget 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 following the annual meeting. Susie Butler Maple Grove Township Clerk Vermontville Village Council 06604802 brought in sap the night before say that there sugar bushes are muddier this year than they have every been due to the recent weather. Ed Dixon, who was at the sugar shack Wednesday morning to drop off a load of sap, agreed. "I got stuck out there. I’ve been having to bring in a little each time, only filling my tanks half full so I won’t get stuck again," he said, but added, "Sure, the season is get­ ting started late but, it’s like fanning. You have do what you have to do." Syrup produced by the Nashville Syrup Association is available at Carl’s Market and Mace Pharmacy in Nashville and Bosley’s Pharmacy in Hastings. Proceeds from the sale of the syrup bene­ fit churches and charities designated by Syrup Association volunteers. NOTICE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Any person who has a library card for Putnam Library and who would be interested in serving on the Putnam Library Board should contact the Nashville Village office at 203 N. Main St. or call 852-9544. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 06604964 BRUSH-LEAF PICK-UP The Village of Nashville will be picking up brush and leaves every Monday .in April. Please place any brush/limbs/leaves that you want picked up next to the curb on Monday morning. Nashville DPW NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HYDRANT FLUSHING Beginning April 11th, the Village DPW will be flushing hydrants, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and will finish up on April 13th. This might cause some discoloration, so be careful doing washing during this time. If you have any questions please call the garage, 726­ 1444. Village of Vermontville DPW LET’S GET TRASHED! VILLAGE-wide trash pick-up is set for April 11th AU items must be at the curb by 7 a.m. on Monday, April 11*. There is no cost to the resident. These items are excluded: • Tires Paint, Oil or any Liquids • Large Auto Parts Cement • Batteries Hazardous Materials ** Appliances with Freon still in them Hazardous materials can be disposed of on September 9, 2005,' here in the Village of Vermontville. Location will be post­ ed later. If you have any questions, call the village office at 726-1429. �Juat Say ”A» AOvortiMd in the Mapte Valtey News' Tuesday March 29.2005 — Page 12 ALL-COUNTY, continued from page 10 Lakewood: A senior, Blocher surpassed the 100 win plateau near the end of the season, and finished the year with a record of25 w ins and 10 losses He finished second at the individual district at Mason, after winning the 119-pound championship at the CAAC3 conference tournament Tyler Greenfield - Maple Valley: He was a regional qualifier after finishing fourth at districts. Trojan* take a khm victory over the Lakewood Vikings. Mark 112 Brown Middleville: This TK *uphotnore fi n i shed the year with a record of 29 wins and 16 lottet. He finished third in the O­ K Gold Omference at 119 pounds, winning big in both of hit consolation round matches 119 Scott Blocher He helped the Saxons to their second place finish in the O-K Gold Conference by finishing third in the 135pound weight class at the conference tournament with a 16-5 win over Byron Center’s Jake Kuncaitis. Greenfield, a junior, was also one of five Lions to fin­ ish second in the SMAA individually this winter. 125 Brett Bissett Delton Kellogg: Bissett ended his junior season by being the Panthers’ lone regional qual­ ifier. He led Delton with 25 pins this year, and had an overall record of 38 wins and 13 losses. 135 Justin Cook Maple Valley: He came up just two points short of being a regional qualifier at the end ofhis junior season. He finished second in the SMAA at 130 pounds at this season’s conference tourna­ ment Mike Gurski Middleville: Gurski ended his senior season at TK as an individual district champion and a regional qualifier. He finished second in the O-K Gold Conference at his weight class, and finished the year with a record of 33­ 15. 130 Brandon Black Hastings: Saxon junior Brandon Black ended his year with a record of 22 wins and 17 Josses. 140 Scott Brown Middleville: TK junior Scott Brown was a regional quali­ fier this season, after placing fourth at the individual dis­ trict tournament at Northview. He finished second in the O-K Gold Conference at 140, and ended the season with a record of 36-15. THE COMPLETE FAMILY OF CONCRETE COATINGS 152 Joey Desrochers - Maple Valley: He was a silver medalist in the SMAA this season in the 152-pound weight class. He was a regional qualifi­ er for the Lions in his senior season, after he helped lead the team to district and con­ ference titles. Eric Kruger Lakewood: A junior, he fin­ ished the season with a record of 21 wins and 18 losses. He won his consolation round battle at the Capital Area Activities Conference Division 3 tournament to fin­ ish third in the conference. 160 Chris Humphrey Middleville: Humphrey earned a fourth place finish at the individual regionals in his senior year, to earn him­ self a spot in the individual state finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. 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Ben Ybema Middleville: The Trojan junior had an outstanding year, before injuries put an end to it a little too early. He ended up with a record of 28 wins and 4 losses, but was around long enough to earn the 171-pound title at the O-K Gold Conference Tournament 189 Eric Reeder Middleville: Reeder was an individual state qualifier in his senior season, after win­ ning an O-K Gold Conference title, finishing second at districts, and then third in the individual regional tournament. He was 47-11 in his final season for TK. Eric Ryan - Delton Kellogg: One of Delton Kellogg’s senior captains, he won his second Kalamazoo Valley Association individ­ ual championship this sea­ son. He finished his final year with the Panthers with a record of 30 wins and 14 losses. 215 Mike Munjoy Middleville: Munjoy was one of four Trojans to win a match at the individual state finals, when he topped Swartz Creek’s Rob Schaibly 10-5 in the first round of consolation. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 14, April 5, 2005 High school banquet honors scholar-athletes Maple Valley High School held its annual Scholar Athlete Banquet Wednesday, March 23, to recognize students who excel in both academics and athlet­ ics. High School Principal Todd Gonser said, “Welcome to all parents, thank you for the many, many hours of time put in to help make each of these student/athletes successful. It has not only time on their part, but you as parents being able to help make it happen.” After his opening remarks, Gonser introduced the stu­ dents and their parents. The students who were honored at this year’s ban­ quet are: • Amy Abbott, the daugh­ ter of Donna and Troy Abbott, a member of the leadership class, Spanish Club member, honor roll, two years varsity basketball, two years varsity volleyball, four years track, MVP, threeyear state qualifier, school records in 100 and 300 hur­ dles, SMAA All-Conference track three years. After graduation, she plans to attend Grand Valley State University and earn a bachelor’s degree to become an athletic trainer. • Ben Boss, son of Jon and Cindy Boss. His academic achievements include the four-year Citizenship Award, four years A-B honor roll, member Who’s Who, MEAP Merit Award Winner, CMU Board of Trustee Scholarship, and membership in the National Honor Society (NHS). His athletic activities include: two years varsity football, captain, four years wrestling captain, four years SMAA All-Conference, four years All-County, three years dis­ trict winner, regional winner, three years. All-State, News 6 Athlete of Week, member of Lansing State Journal Dream Team, holding the MV career wins record w/195, three years varsity baseball, captain. After high school, Boss plans to attend Central Michigan University, major in business and hopes to one day own his own business. • Nicole Cantrell, daughter of Bonnie and Bryon Cantrell. Her academic involvement includes being a member of National Technical Honors Society, Future Farmers Association (FFA), band, received Junior and State Degrees in FFA and member of State FFA Band. Her athletic career included One year football cheerleading, one year bas­ ketball cheerleading, twoyear member of competitive cheer team, and two years varsity softball. Her future plans include attending Grand Rapids Community College to become a chef and open her own restaurant. • Samantha Cowell, the daughter of Ken and Sue Cowell. Her academic activ­ ities include membership in 4-H, NHS, graduating with High Honors, All-As, Citizenship Award, SMAA Academic All-League sec- ics, she participated in two years football cheerleading, two years of competitive cheerleading, four years track indoor state qualifier two years, outdoor state qualifier two years, qualifier at Lansing Honor Roll Meet, Eaton and Barry County meets, second in regionals, first team SMAA All­ Conference. After graduation she plans to attend Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA to study pre-dental and then move on to University of Michigan to study dentistry and someday own her business. • Lisa Hamilton, the Maple Valley High School’s 2005 Scholar/Athletes pose with their awards. They daughter of Mike and Julie are (front row, from left) Amy Abbott, Samantha Cowell, Kevin Fassett, Laura Hamilton. Her academic Trumble, Ben Boss, (second row) David Scurlock, Michael Rhodes, Jessica Ellison, activities include member­ Jessica McMillen, Tara Gordenski, Kailey Smith, Dustin Jones, Lisa Hamilton, Kyndra ship in the NHS, Spanish Root and Tessa Robles. Joe Descochers is absent from photo. NHS, Student Council, Salutatorian of Class of ond team. Cowell’s athletic In athletics, he participated athletics she participated in 2005, graduating with High activities include: two years in two years of varsity foot­ golf one year, one year track, Honors. Hamilton’s athletic varsity volleyball, SMAA ball, two-time district cham­ Most Improved, SMAA All­ achievements include four Special Mention, three years pions, All-County 2005, cap­ Conference four years, years track- state qualifier varsity softball, Gatorade tain, four years varsity equestrian team, two years pole vault and 300 hurdles Rookie of the Year award, wrestling, two years All­ state qualifier. two years; two years varsity first Team SMAA catcher County, SMAA All­ After high school she volleyball, 2005 SMAA co­ one year, SMAA Honorable Conference one year, SMAA plans to attend Lansing champs. Mention one year. All-Conference second team Community College to After graduation she plans After graduation she plans two years, captain, district become an electrician and to attend Kellogg to attend either Kellogg team champs two years. someday own her own elec­ Community College to study Community College, After graduation, he plans trical business. elementary education. Lansing Community College to attend Lawrence • Kevin Fassett, son of • Dustin Jones, son of or Olivet College and study University to get a degree in Bryan and Sue Fassett. Keith and Kelly Jones. His nursing, before moving into biochemistry or engineering Fassett’s academic achieve­ academic activities include pediatric or neonatal nursing. and wrestle on their varsity ments include three-year being a member of NHS, • Joseph Desrochers, son team. Academic Award winner, Earth Watch President, of Mike and Deb • Jessica Ellison, daughter 3.8 GPA, All-As, and honor USAA National Leadership Desrochers. His academic of Harry and Cheryl Ellison. roll. His athletic involvement Merit Award and a 3.87 activities include member­ Her academic activities have includes: four years varsity GPA. His athletic achieve­ ship in the NHS, Earth included membership in the wrestling, two years district ments include four years Watch, A-B Honor Roll, AP NHS, honor roll four years, team champs, one year indi­ cross country, four years var­ Biology Award, Scholastic and being a four-year vidual district champ, two sity track SMAA All­ Award, Citizenship Award. Academic Award winner. In years co-captain, and two Conference 4X800 relay, years varsity baseball. two years varsity basketball After graduation, he plans captain senior year, special on starting his own small mention 2005, and power­ business or becoming a cor­ lifting state qualifier three rectional officer. years. • Tara Gordenski’s aca­ After graduation, Jones demic achievements include plans to attend Central membership in the NHS, Michigan University to pur­ Spanish Club and Spanish sue a career in education. NHS, All-As, Math Rally • Jessica McMillen, participant three years, daughter of Mark and Julie SMAA Academic All­ McMillen. Her academic Conference, and graduating with High Honors. In athletSee ATHLETES, page 2 Westendorps’ dairy earns 2 more awards Westvale-vu Dairy Farm in Nashville, owned and operated by Doug and Louisa Westendorp and their family, has been recognized as one of the highest-quality milk producing farms in the United States. The Westendorps’ farm in January was among seven Midwest dairy operations to be awarded one of the indus­ try’s most prestigious awards for the high quality of milk they produced in 2004. At the National Mastitis Council Meeting , which was held in Orlando, Fla., they were awarded their second platinum National Quality Award. Then last month, at the 89th annual delegate meeting of the Michigan Milk Producers Association, the Westendorps were presented with the organizations Outstanding Quality Milk Producer Award. For both awards, nominat­ ed dairy operations were judged by a panel of milk quality experts who looked at quality indicators such as somatic cell .count, bacteria count and incidence of mas­ titis. The Westendorps have 95 registered Holsteins that pro­ duce almost 30,000 pounds of milk. Most of the milking is done by family members, including the Westendorps’ six children, Carlyle, Eric, Troy, Levi, Brittany and Tina. The Westendorps said they hope to capitalize on their reputation for highquality milk products when they open their on-farm dairy processing facility and retail outlet MOO-ville Quality Creamery at the comer ofM- In This Issue Michigan Milk Producers Association director Dan Javor presents Doug and Louisa Westendorp with an Outstanding Quality Milk Producer Award. 66 and M-79 south of Nashville. The creamery is slated to open for business on May 1. • T-shirt, sweatshirt sales boost school spirit • Eleven charges filed in meth bust • Vikes mercy Maple Valley in season opener for both • Maple Valley girls dominate a sec ond indoor invitational • 6th-graders complete DARE �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 2 ATHLETES, continued from page 1 March Is Reading Month observed Bailigh Schrader, a kindergartener in Amy Billing’s class at Fuller Street Elementary School, listens while Kayahsandra Fletcher from Pat Hansen’s fifth grade class from Maplewood Elementary reads to her. Students from all the fifth grade classes at Maplewood were at Fuller Street last Wednesday, reading to the children in the lower elementary classes as part of the Maple Valley School District’s observance of March Is Reading Month. achievements include being a member NHS for three years, four years on the honor roll and graduating with honors. Her athletic activities included four years cross country, four years SMAA All­ Conference, MVP, district champs four years track, three years SMAA All­ Conference, state qualifier in junior year, four years equestrian team, two-year state qualifier, and MIHA District Top Ten. After graduation, she plans to attend LCC, then transfer to Western Michigan University and major in speech and lan­ guage pathology. • Dustin Mead, the son of Mike and Denise Mead, with academic activities that included graduating with honors, Academic Achievement Award, Citizenship Award, and Celebrating 75 Years in the Community! t’s not by accident that we’ve represented our community for 75 years. As an independent agency, we tailor the best insurance protection at competi­ tive prices. We represent only the finest insurance compa­ nies, like Auto-Owners, The “No Problem” People® Ask us about the many other advantages of doing business with an indepen­ dent insurance agency. *Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TklNofM&AndofA9 06606526 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 being a member of the ski club. In athletics, he played three years of varsity bas­ ketball, was MVP two years, captain two years varsity track, one year var­ sity baseball and state pow­ erlifting qualifier. After his high school graduation, he plans to attend Northwood University to study interna­ tional business and rela­ tions along with playing basketball. • Michael Rhodes, the son of Russell and Susan Rhodes. His academic achievements are making the honor roll, and graduat­ ing with high honors. He participated in two years of varsity football and two years of varsity track. After graduation, he plans to attend Olivet College and become an ele­ mentary teacher and coach basketball and football. • Tessa Robles, daughter of Paul and Catalina Robles. Her academic achievements include fouryear Academic Award win­ ner, SMAA Academic All­ Conference second team, NHS, Spanish NHS, Spanish Club and serving as vice president of the Spanish Club. Her athletic activities included three years varsity basketball, three years varsity track, SMAA All-Conference first team two years, 4x800 regional champs, honor roll participant, 2004 regional champs. After graduation, she plans to attend University of Michigan to study sports management. • Kyndra Root, daughter of Tim and Doreen Root. Her academic activities included Spanish Club, Spanish NHS, President Spanish Club for two years, president of NHS, class 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 Someone 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 ......... ....... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...... ................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 Church Service..................... 9 a.m. Sunday School............. 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) § | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (112 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. E.vening Worship 6 p.m. 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) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. 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She was also involved in three years var­ sity basketball, four years varsity volleyball, two-year captain, first team SMAA All-Conference, All-Barry County, honorable mention Lansing Area, All-Battle Creek Area, four years var­ sity softball, captain, hon­ orable mention all-SMAA, Gatorade Will to Win Award. After high school she plans to attend either Grand Valley State University or Hope College to pursue a career in nursing, and then obtain a job working in a neonatal intensive care unit. • David Scurlock, son of Kirk and Kelly Scurlock. His academic achievements are making the A-B honor roll, and maintaining a 3.4 GPA. His athletic involve­ ment included one yearof varsity football, one year varsity wrestling, Athlete of Week, two years varsity baseball, second team All Barry-County. After graduation, he plans to attend the Police Academy at LCC and pur­ sue a career in law enforce­ ment. • Kailey Smith, the daughter of Christine and Rich Smith. Her academic achievements included A-B honor roll four years, mem­ ber of NHS three years, class president three years, Scholastics Award winner three years, Citizenship Award three years, Earth Watch member, and gradu­ ating with high honors. Her athletic activities included one year competitive cheer, one yearfootball cheer, one year basketball cheer, one year soccer, one year basketball, one year volleyball, one year softball. 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 3 Honor Roll: Maplewood School Fourth grade All As — Tyler JonesArndt, McKenzye Corwin, Brandon Erwin, Shennondoah Fighter, Tyler Hickey, Aaron Morgan, Colton Parish, Abby Richards and Maggie Semrau. As and Bs Dayton Ashley, Rodney Bement, Hailey Bennett, Holley Brooke, Kole Bryans, Jacob Clark, Haley Cook, Brook Dickinson, Rebecca Dicks, Cody Dixon, Tanin Eckhoff, Blake Fetterman, Michael W CshSJVcI C'hJ'VI 'sSq ;s,s ;ss X‘5S« * ll^'to Foley, Brandon Fuller, Morgan Getty, Patricia Grinage, Gretchen Hakenjos, Aimee Hamilton, Tom Hamilton, Robert Hanford, Caitlin Hodack, Michael Holloway, Jordan Hurosky, Nick Iszler, Tony Keeler, Sydney Khouri, Kelsey McDaniel, Pashka Mishin, Tanner Myers, Maurice Regis, Jessica Rushford, Michael Sanchez, Matthew Scott, Yulanda Sheridan, Lynzie Trumble, Ryan Tyler, Katelyn Vamey, Robert Welch, Cody Wilmath and Keegan Yost. Fifth grade All As — Chloe Babcock, Tyler Brumm, Savannah Carroll, Casey Eldridge, Jake Ewing, Kolt Ewing, Cassie Gam, Ashley Lesage, Andrea Peake, Kaitlyn Petersen, Zoanne Siple, Caleb Walker, Jen Wells, Jenna Whitaker and Dale Maple Valley White. Elementary Menu As and Bs Carson Ames, Holly Bidinger, Gina Monday, April 11 Bishop, Mikaela Bromley, Mini com dog, french fries, Austin Chuhak, Jamie pear halves, animal crackers, Curth, Angelina Daberkow, 1/2 pt. milk. Jacqueline Dankenbring, Tuesday, April 12 Brandon Dickinson, Nathan Grilled cheese, whole ker­ Egbert, Amanda Elliston, nel com, peaches, apple Dylan Fisher, Stacia Foy, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Clint Franklin, Mitchell Hamilton, Lucas Hanson, Ian Maple Valley Hunt, Tessa Imes, Kyrsten Secondary Lunch Kramer, Makenzi Leinhart, Monday, April 11 McKenna Mater, Roger Choose One - Mini com May, Allee McIntyre, Levi dogs, pizza, chicken sand- Misiewicz, Justin Parks, wich, salad bar. Choose Two Jenniffer Porter, Nicole - Garden salad, green beans, Porter, Ellie Potter, Ashley Pywell, Garrett Reid, pear halves, juice, milk. Richard Root, Racheal Tuesday, April 12 Choose One - Rib sand- Russell, Mark Shilton, Cody wich, pizza, cheeseburger, Sivyer, Abby Smith, Garret Smith, Micha Sprague, taco bar. Choose Two Nicole Tillery, Austin Garden salad, juice, milk. SCHOOL MENUS Tobias, Ashley Weiler, Katelyn Wilson and Brendan Youngs. Sixth grade All As — Jessica Curtis, Coty Franklin, Anastasia Hakenjos, Bradley Laverty, Leighla Line, Karlee Mater, Alissa Miller, Taylor Owens, Pantera Rider, Ashley Shook and Matt Woodman. As and Bs Jason Ackett, Zack Baird, Kelsey Bodenmuller, Cody Brumm, Kristen Cantrell, Jessica Cheeseman, Trenton Courtney, Sawyer Cousins, Bradlee Dalek, Ashley Ells, Lauren Ewing, Riley Fisher, Jesssie Fitzhenry, Joe Grinage, Joshua Gurd, Devin Haeck, Dylan Hall, Charlene Harmon, Garrick Hershberger, Alex Hill, Kaylee Hoffman, Kari Hummell, Hana Hunt, Sylvia Laymance, Cody Leinhart, Kelly Lilly, Amanda Mahan, Alan Mater, Ayla May, Jocelyn Miller, Danielle Milligan, Lindsay Mudge, Cannon Ostrander, Nicole Phenix, Travis Reese, Tommy Robinson, Kim Rininger, Eric Scott, Robert Sebastian, Megan Shoemaker, Zach Siple, Miranda Sprague, Ryleigh Theisen, Darcey Turner, Michael Vaskovic, Mark Wehr and Jenna Williams. Eri wuuwa T OHWw OH latt attts A RU mwn A raaaafia IMBfl H aaMMH *£«• j®st® gw*J* gw ’ an **r *r‘« l» S>* s" fit ’5*x The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is scheduled for April 22-24, and is important to know what the village allows in the way of soliciting and vending. Chapter 55 of the Code of Ordinances deals specifically with festival vending per­ mits: “During the festival and the week prior to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, each person, group or entity who shall bring into the village limits any goods, merchandise, food or bever­ age to dispose of by sale or gift the same from any store, other building, temporary structure or residential prop­ erty without a bonafide intention of remaining per­ manently in the business of selling or disposing of such goods, merchandise, food or beverage shall pay to the Village Clerk the sum of 50 dollars for each and every day such goods, merchan- Apr. 6 *X* % xTx The Place to Gofor Professional Styling *% MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING x Open Tuesday - Friday •& % ' •Diana’s Dfece x S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Pollution Prevention... Making it easy to be green The Department of Environmental Quality has released the 2004 Pollution Prevention (P2) Annual Report, Pollution Prevention... Making It Easy to Be Green, highlighting Michigan’s innovative approaches to achieve reduc­ tions in pollution; to elimi­ nate waste either at the source or, ifthat is not possi­ ble, by recycling. This ninth annual report to the Governor and Michigan Legislature details the P2 efforts undertaken between October 1, 2003, and September 30, 2004. “Protecting the environ­ ment is essential to the cre­ ation of clean and prosperous communities,” said DEQ Director Steven E. Chester. “P2 focuses on eliminating waste at its source along with environmentally sound recy­ cling, and is an important tool towards achieving our core goal of a healthy envi­ ronment and a healthy econ­ omy.” Apr. 7 Apr. 11 Apr. 14 Apr. 16 Apr. 18 Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Horse Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Babysitting Class, Session 1, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Delton Library (call the Library). Judging Clinic, on the Paso Fino at Byron Downs, 10 a.m. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Small Animal Sales Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 8 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m, Extension Office. Babysitting Class, Session 2, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Delton Library. Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. All clubs must send a representative for this meeting. dise, food or beverage shall Apr. 18 be exposed for purchase or consumption. Apr. 20 “The penalty for violating Apr. 21 this chapter shall be a civil Apr. 21 infraction punishable by a fine of $500 per day plus any Apr. 23 court costs. This does not apply to residents holding May 2 their own garage sales, con­ taining their own used house­ hold items. This does apply to residents who are approached by solicitors or vendors wanting to set up a “booth” on the resident’s property.” Anyone who wants to sell craft items should contact the Festival Committee at (517) 726-0574 for an application to the craft show. Anyone wishing to sell flea market items should call (517) 726­ 0633 for an application to the flea market. If you have any questions, please call the village office at (517) 726-1429. Thomas Waldren S%! %! These students at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville are sporting the new Maple Valley Lions hooded sweatshirts and T-shirts that are being sold at the school. The shirts feature the students’ names or nicknames on the back and have an optional shoulder patch commemorating this year’s sixth grade camp. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Apr. 16 Soliciting and vending during Syrup Festival T-shirt, sweatshirt sales boost school spirit The DEQ has one of the most far reaching state P2 programs in the country, offering services to business­ es, institutions, and govern­ ment agencies. The 2004 P2 Annual Report illustrates a number of accomplishments, including how Michigan is helping businesses signifi­ cantly reduce the use oftoxic substances and the genera­ tion of wastes. Over 850 Michigan facilities have made public commitments to P2 as part ofthe DEQ’s part­ nership programs. These partners represent a diverse set of businesses including small metal finishing, auto­ motive assembly plants, golf courses, printers, marinas, power generation facilities, and pulp/paper mills. Vermontville United Methodist Church will hold a Community Breakfast Saturday, April 9th 7 a.m. - 10 a.m. All You Can Eat Pancakes Eleven charges filed in meth bust All donations will go to the Crystal Springs Christian Youth Camp pon- SAVE s2.00! VERMONTVILLE MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL Cynthia Waldren Eleven charges each have ry, two counts each of operbeen filed against Thomas ating/maintaining a methamWaldren, 37, and his wife phetimine laboratory near Cynthia Waldren, 41, in con­ specific places, one count nection with methamphet- each of possession of dimine and lab components methamphetimine, one count found in their car and each ofpossession ofburglaNashville apartment March ry tools, one count each of unauthorized tampering with 23. •The counts include two an anhydrous ammonia tank, f, of and several counts each of charges each operating/maintaining a possession of a firearm. methamphetimine laborato- l l Fri., Sat., Sun., Apr. 22, 23 & 24 Please present this coupon at any Mid America Shows' ticket booth & receive one regular priced $13 POP Ride Wristband for only $11 during one of the following days & times: ।g , | I J I Friday, April 22 • 4 pm-10 pm urday, April 23 • 5 pm to 11 pm Sunday, April 24 • Noon to 6 pm No refunds. No re-bands. No cash value No rain checks. One coupon per person. Duplications not accepted. here are height restrictions on some rides. ■ ।| । 06606500 —CouDon 4 4 I &&&* ■I | । �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 4 Farm Bureau Quick Facts Canned Foods Helen Z Banks EATON RAPIDS - Helen J. Banks, age 74, of Eaton Rapids, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2005 peacefully atat Eaton Community Hospice in Charlotte. Mrs. Banks was bom in St. Clair Shores, on February 22,1931, she was the daugh­ ter of the late John A. and Edna M. (Willsie) Craner. Helen was raised in Ontario, Canada and attend­ ed schools there. She moved to Farmington, after finish­ ing her schooling, where she met her husband Howard. The couple was married on October 30, 1955 in Farmington. The couple has been married for 48 years. After being married, they relocated to the Charlotte area where they made their home and raised their family together. Helen was a Sunday school teacher for over 20 years. She enjoyed canning, and fishing with her husband Howard. She is survived by her beloved husband of 48 years Howard; her sons, Gerald (Kathy) Banks, Keith (Laurie) Banks; her sisters, Evelyn, Mary, and Louise; her brother, John; six grand- children and 12 great grand­ children. Funeral services were held at the Charlotte Assembly of God Church on Monday, April 4, with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment took place imme­ diately following the funeral service at the Center Eaton Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Eaton County Hospice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. William DiesNASHVILLE - William Dies, age 54, of Nashville, died April 2, 2005. Mr. Dies was bom August 7, 1950, in Charlotte, the son of Ernest A. and Pauline (Lynd) Dies. He was a man who loved his large family, being a grandpa, and being surrounded by his family and friends. This big-hearted gentleman was not scared of work, loved fishing, enjoyed his Handyman Club Magazines and Crossword Puzzles. He was employed over the years at Owen-Illinois in Charlotte, Woodland Schools, and Carefree Aluminum in Charlotte until the plant closed. He is survived by his wife, Ginger; daughters, Priscilla Dies and her fiance Michael Laymance and Sabrina (Floyd) Fender of Nashville; mother, Pauline ofWhitmore Lake; brothers, Charles (Jude) Dies of Charlotte, Steven Dies of Virginia, Dennis (Dottie) Dies of Indian River, and Patrick Dies of Charlotte; sisters, Pam (Dennis) Woodworth of Whitmore Lake and Cheryl (Darren) Ayles of Nashville; grandchildren Denise Woodbury, Devin and Gary Thatcher and Brittany and Taylor Fender; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Ernie, in 1986 and brother, Rod, in 1988. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 7, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Visitation will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6 at Pray Funeral Home. Arrangements b Pray by Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com conveniently cooked due tot he canning process, thus eliminating the need for time-consuming soak­ ing. Canned tomatoes and tomato sauces are among the best sources of lycopene. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, one-half cup of canned tomatoes pro­ vides 11.8 milligrams of lycopene compared to just 3.7 milligrams found in one medium fresh, Commission Couilld uncooked tomato. Found on Aging in tomatoes and many Schedule OCLa7 other red-pigmented fruits of Events | and vegetables, lycopene appears to reduce the risk Commission of Aging for certain cancers, espe­ Cold Meal cially prostate cancer, and Wednesday, April 6 Ground bologna, marinated heart disease. The heat vegetables, mandarin from the canning process oranges, whole wheat bread. allows lycopene in toma­ Thursday, April 7 toes to be better absorbed Chicken salad, potato by the body. salad, fruited jello, muffin. An Oregon Health Friday, April 8 Sciences University study California reuben spread, commissioned by the sweet-n-sour, carrots, pears, Canned Food Alliance rye bread. demonstrates increased Monday, April 11 Cheese cubes, pea and bioavailability of some peanut salad, applesauce, key anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid with power­ whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, April 12 ful antioxidant properties, Italian pasta salad, marinat- in canned blueberries. ed carrots, tropical fruit. That means that canned blueberries have plenty of Hearty Meals Site and antioxidant power, like HDM Noon Meal their fresh or frozen coun­ Wednesday, April 6 Polish sausage, AuGratin terparts. Mild heat treatment of potatoes, sauerkraut, spiced apples, dinner roll. The Food and Drug Administration recently concluded that eating beans as part of a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers. In addi­ tion, the 2005 Dietary Guidelines recommend that Americans eat at least three cups of beans a week. Canned beans make it easy for consumers to follow this recommenda­ tion, as they are already Thursday, April 7 Turkey ala king, rice, California blend, yellow squash, sweet treat. carrots and spinach, as used in commercial can­ ning, enhances the bioavailability of carotene, which is con­ verted to Vitamin A in the body. The absorption of lutein in com, an antioxi­ dant that may reduce the risks of cataracts and mac­ ular degeneration, is also enhanced by heat from the canning process, accord­ ing to research from Cornell University. A half cup of canned pumpkin contains 540 percent of the daily value for Vitamin A, compared to the same amount of boiled, mashed fresh pumpkin that contains 26 percent. According to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines, adult’s low consumption of Vitamin A is a concern. Other excellent sources of Vitamin A include canned apricots, carrots, sweet potatoes, kale, and turnip greens. Omega-3 fatty acids may help protect against heart disease. Canned tuna and canned salmon are excellent sources of omega-3 and are good for your heart as well as fla­ vorful for your plane. Source: Canned Food Alliance. Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Friday, April 8 W? believe in the advantages ofplanning so much, we even honorprearrangements made at other funeral homes. Let us help you pre-plan today so yourfamily and loved ones won’t be left wondering ifthey made the right decisions. 6605509 Monday, April 11 Hot ham and cheese w/croissant, diced beets, spinach, orange juice. Tuesday, April 12 Chicken fettuccini, peas, stewed tomatoes, apricots. (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, peaches, wheat bread. Events & Family Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Wednesday, April 6 Hastings, Music with Charlie, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails; funeral preplanning at Hospice, Open House 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1-6 p.m. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia. Thursday, April 7 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m. Delton, Puzzle/Trivia. Nashville TV time. Friday, April 8 - Hastings, bingo. Nashville, Nashville 5 11:30 a.m., Happy Days Luncheon. Woodland, visit­ ing. Monday, April 11 Hastings, Music with Sam, Card Making, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; beading 5 p.m. Delton, Nashville 5 11:30 a.m.. Tuesday, April 12 Hastings - Board games 10­ 11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dance 1-2:30 p.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Morehouse Kids; Kingship Care 7 p.m. Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Donner, 517-726-1084 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 5 Foreign scams target Michigan residents with counterfeit postal money orders A fraud scheme speeding across the internet may cost Michigan residents time, money and a not-so-pleasant chat with bank and law enforcement officials for passing counterfeit postal money orders. A number of residents in Michigan cities have reported receiving the bogus postal money orders. According to U.S. Postal Inspectors, the scam begins when someone needing help to cash phoney postal money orders contacts a victim by e- mail, through an Internet chat room or on-line auction site. Once the bogus money orders are cashed, the victim returns the funds via wife transfer, often unaware they have assisted in a federal crime. Victims are told they can keep some of the money as a gift or payment for their help, officials said. Unsuspecting victims pro­ vide their home mailing address to the scam artist who U.S. Postal Inspectors call “fraudsters” - and are running (top to bottom) to told they will receive a check the right of the Franklin or postal money order that watermark, with the tiny let­ they should deposit into their ters “USPS” facing back­ own bank account. ward and forward. Don’t take the bait. Such If either of these security scams can be coordinated features are not present when from anywhere in the world, the money order is held up to but recently many have been the light, officials said, it is a conducted from Nigeria. fraudulent Postal Money Postal Money Orders are Order. safe to use because they have For more information many security features that about postal money order help distinguish between real security features, visit the conferences in Royal Oak and counterfeit notes, offi- U.S. Postal Service Web site and Flint. cials added. They are at http;//www,usps,com/ Residents who will not be designed like U.S. currency missingmoneyorders/securia branch office on Buddy with different colored inks, lyJilm Day still have plenty of watermarks, and security To report a fraud com­ opportunities to enroll on the thread in the paper. plaint, call the Fraud To tell if a Postal Money Complaint Hotline at 1-800­ donor registry. The Department of State Web Order is real, officials said to 272-8347 or visit the U.S. site makes registering easy hold the money order up to Postal Inspection Service with its online enrollment the light and look for the fol­ Web site * at www.usps.com/postalinprogram at www.Michigan/ lowing security features. • Ben Franklin images speciois. gov/sps. Additionally, enrollment cards are avail­ (watermarks) repeated on the able at any branch office and left side (top to bottom). • A dark security thread are mailed with every dri­ ver’s license and state identi­ fication card. VERMONTVILLE Gift of Life Michigan is Maple Syrup the state’s certified, full­ service organ recovery l Festival organization. The agency A Starts Friday Evening, acts as an intermediary to April 22nd provide educational All Day Sat. & Sun., resources for donors, recipi­ April 23rd & 24th ents, physicians and hospital staff. For more information Fri., April 22 • 6:30 pm about organ donation, con­ Call 517-726-0970 tact Gift of Life Michigan at Three Divisions: 1-800-482-4881. • Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • Ages 18 and over Secretary Land designatesApril 11 as Buddy Day to aid organdonation Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land recently announced that this year’s Buddy Day observance, which highlights the critical need for organ donation, will be April 11. April is also “Donate Life Month” across the country. On April 11, Gift of Life Michigan and Michigan Eye­ Bank volunteers, known as Buddies, will be in various Secretary of State offices from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to dis­ tribute organ donor informa- tion. Buddies have either received a transplant, are waiting for one, are the fam­ ily and friends of a recipient or donor or are organ donor supporters. “The decision to become an organ donor is a decision to save a life,” Land said. “The Department of State is proud of its Buddy Day sponsorship. Lives are trans­ formed when people care enough to become a donor. We look forward to spread­ ing the word about the criti- cal need for organ donation this year. There is no greater gift than the gift of life, and that is what organ donation is all about.” This year about 130 branch offices will host Buddies to promote greater awareness of the need for organ, tissue and eye dona­ tions. All offices will have organ donor information on display. In addition to the Buddies visiting branch offices, Land will hold Buddy Day news Kellogg’s presents“Project Kids” 2005 at C.O. Brown The Southwest Michigan Devil Rays Professional Baseball Club has announced that they have partnered with Kellogg’s to provide game tickets for kids that may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend a game. Kellogg’s will donate 1,500 tickets this season for “Project Kids.” Each “Project Kids’ game attendee will receive a game ticket and a snack. United Way of Greater Battle Creek, Greater Kalamazoo United Way, Community Inclusive Recreation, AXO and other agencies throughout Southwest Michigan will work with the Devil Rays to identify “Project Kids” recipients. “We’re extremely proud to partner with Kellogg’s,” Marie Cordaro, Devil Rays General Manager said. “Our partnership will allow chil­ dren to ‘Have Fun!” at C.O. Brown Stadium in 2005. Wanted: Standing Timber “Attending a game may be out of reach for some kids,” said Julie Bosley, Kellogg Company manager of corpo­ rate public relations. “Kellogg’s objective is to provide area youth with an opportunity to experience the entertainment of a Devil Rays game.” To find out if your organization is eligible for “Project Kids,” call the Southwest Michigan Devil Rays at 660­ 2287. Opening Day at C.O. 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Both are graduates of Lake Superior State University. Erin is currently student teaching at the Gladwin Schools. Any is teaching at the Maple Valley Alternative school in Nashville. Erin and Andy will be mar­ ried on June 11, 2005 at The Clare Church of the Nazarene. The couple will reside in Hastings. Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net Cell (269) 838-7068 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 6 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library Jessica Lynch story by winter. The library will be Rick Bragg. Junior Fiction - The closed on April 22 and 23 Children: The for the Maple Syrup Boxcar Ghost of the Chattering Festival. by Gertrude The Bones, New DVD’s Incredible’s, SAW, Chandler Warner; Lizzie Ladder 49, The Five McGuire Mysteries: In the by Lisa People You Meet in Doghouse, Heaven, Anaconda, Banim; Throat Culture, by Golden; Sleepy Hollow, Napoleon Christopher Ever-wood: Slipping Dynamite, Dodge Ball. by Emma Adult Fiction - Murder Away, list (Large Print) by Julie Harrison; Animal Ark: Garwood, The Shop on Husky in a Hut, by Ben Blossom Street, by M. Baglio; The Bailey Kids: The Debbie Macomber (Large School Print) Silver Hills Trilogy: Abomin-able Snowman Spring of My Love, by Doesn’t Roast Ginny Aiken; Dakota Marshmallows, by Debbie Treasures Volume 3: Dadey; The Extreme Opal, by Laur-aine Team: Head to Head, by Snelling, Child of Matt Christopher; Hank Darkness, by V.C. the Cowdog: The Case of Andrews; Dream of the Falling Sky, by John Freedom, by Michael R. 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On March 29, the draw­ ing was held and prizes awarded for the winners of the adult winter reading program “Snow is Falling, Books are Calling.” Lucky winners are: grand prize winner, Janet Valdick, won a one night stay in a Jacuzzi Room courtesy of Charlotte Super 8 Motel; Rita Miller and Amanda Forest each won mug and thermos set, courtesy of Vermontville In-dependent Bank; Joyce Rathbun will receive a free half hour massage, courtesy of Purple Rose Massage Therapy; Helen Diamond will enjoy din­ ner for two, courtesy of the Dawgg House Restaurant in Charlotte; Mary Ann Kill will receive a touch lamp of her choice, courtesy of Vermontville Hardware; Jeri Baker will be pam­ pered with a manicure, courtesy of Jamie’s Nail Garden in Vermontville; Penny Curtis won dinner for two, courtesy of Roadrunners in Vermontville. A total of 30 patrons participated in the program, reading a total of 228 books! We look forward to presenting this program again next IlMl Ii *n1 ir I■■■I ■ VV XHX IhbI lIa YI Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate P 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE sss.’fiss 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 Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor Cell 269-838-2884 PRICE REDUCEDII NASHVILLE Nice 'family home", 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wrap around deck, central air, appliances included. Many recent improvements. Must see to be appreciated!! Call Homer. (N-103) BRICK HOME 2 story brick house, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 large enclosed porches, deck, bam, granary and 2 1/2 car garage. Mature shade trees at fruit trees, above ground pool and circle drive. Lot size subject to survey and ZBA approval. Approx. 2 acres. Call Jerry (CH-86) PRICE REDUCED! WEST OF BELLEVUE ON M-78 2 bedroom ranch home on 3+ acres, 2 car garage, pole barn, 3 seasons enclosed porch, updated windows, electric, siding, water sof­ tener at furnace. Good starter home. Call Jerry for full details. (CH-97) "FAMILY HOME* IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Home has lots of potential, across from park on city lot, plus "extra’ lot Call Rick for more infor­ mation. (N-101) 4 BEDROOM RANCH IN NASHVILLE Built in 1990 on comer lot with mature shade trees, patio, newer roof, full basement at pantry. One block from the stores, walk to post office. Seller will look at all offers!! (N-95) Call Jerry VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, sur­ veye, veyed, country coun ry view. vew. 4 miles mes to o Hastings, asngs, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 4 BEDROOMS - 2 BATHS IN NASHVILLE Remodeled 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home. 7x38 wrap­ around deck + back deck, 1st floor laundry, long countertop island between dining room fir kitchen. Updates in 2002. Roof 2004. Call Rick. (CH-102) Call Homer. LIVET & 1-69 (VL-100) Junior Non-Fiction - New biographies are Shel Silverstein by Elisa Ludwig, C.S. Lewis by John Daven-port; Theodore Geisel (Dr. Seuss) by Tanya Dean, and Edgar Allen Poe by Jennifer Peltak. New additions to The Modem World Nations series are Kenya by Joseph R. Oppong, Jamaica by Janet H. Gritzner, The Philippines by Tammy Mildenstein, Peru by Char-les F. Fritzner, Bosnia and Herzegovina by Douglas. A. Phillips, Kazakhstan by Zoran Pavlovic’, England by Alan Allport, Senegal by Janet H. Gritzner, Indonesia by Douglas A. Phillips, and Croatia by Zoran Pavlovic’. Also two new titles in the flight series by June Loves, Balloons, kites, airships, and gliders and airplanes. Also we now- offer two new titles in the Eating Right: An Introduction to Human Nutrition series, Basic Nutrition and Nutrition and Eating Disorders, both by Lori A. Smolin, Ph.D. New books at Putnam District Library Fiction - Honeymoon by James Patterson;Prince of Fire by Daniel Silva; Blood Memory by Greg Iles; Cold Service by Robert Parker; Conviction by Richard North Patterson; Missing Persons by Stephan White; With No One As Witness by Elizabeth George; I’ll Be Watching You by Andrea Kane; The Hot Flash Club by Nancy Thayer; Suspicion ofRage by Barbara Parker; Now You See Him by Stella Cameron; Puppet by Joy Fielding; Any Place I Hang My Hat by Susan Isaacs; Survivor in Death by J.D. Robb; Life Expectancy by Dean Koontz; The Broker by John Grisham; State of Fewar by Michael Cricton; Entombed by Linda Fairstein; unexpect­ ed Blessings by Barbara Taylor Braford; Cold Service by Robert B. 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VERMONTVILLE (517) 852-2070 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted 3§g �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 7 Scholarship Services■ Are they all Scams? 1 ** “ to®; Ciaii । * to M® toatfagft , Mtofc Oti fe; tab MMh Mtf htetaii & Wt fc rcS ta.laj.ta Sk Billions of dollars worth of scholarships are award­ ed each year to college­ bound students. Some are based on financial need, others are based on a stu­ dent’s interests, academic and - extracurricular achievements, ethnicity, religious affiliation or a family’s relationship with a certain union, company or other group. Weeding through the numerous types of scholar­ ship offers can be over­ whelming leading some parents and students to seek help from scholarship services. The Better Business Bureau warns consumer to be careful. Despite their elaborate claims and professional images, many are scams. Legitimate scholarship services tell students and their families up-front what they can and can not do for them. Typically, they pro­ vide students with lists of scholarships, compare their profiles with available scholarships, and provide lists of scholarship awards for which they qualify. Fraudulent scholarship search services will prom­ ise to help you maximize your eligibility for finan­ cial aid at a cost of several hundred to several thou­ sand dollars. Some services take your money and never look for anything on your behalf; others provide a list of scholarships for which your child is not eligible. • “You can not get this is highly unlikely. Ken Vander Meeden, Although some services information anywhere • “May I have your cred- BBB of Western Michigan will come up with a list of else.” Actually, scholarship it card or bank account President noted: scholarships that your child information is widely number to hold this schol“This is the season for does qualify for, the list is available in books, from arship?” This is never a mailings, phone calls and usually culled from infor­ libraries and financial aid requirement for a legiti- e-mails to high school sen­ mation you can get your­ offices and on the Internet, mate scholarship offer. iors and their parents. self for free. if you are willing to search • “The scholarship will Many offers of scholar­ There are many kinds of for it. cost cost some some money.” ships and grant are phony scholarship scams. The • “We will do all the Legitimate scholarship and everyone should be most common scam is a work.” In reality, only par- offers never require pay- alert to the redflags of ask­ seminar scam, where you ents and students can deter­ ment of any kind. Free ingfor money before pro­ get a letter inviting you to a mine and provide the finan­ money is free money, viding services, askingfor free financial aid seminar, cial information needed to unless it is a loan. But if it a credit card number to which turns out to be little complete the forms. And to is not a loan, any fees that holdyourplace in the sem­ more than a high-pressure apply for scholarships, stu- may be charged, such as inar, etc. We advise that all sales pitch. 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GA 30305 Maste r' flHOMETUWNj I II LUMBER & HARDWARE Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm 06606370 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com 1 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 8 Vikes mercy Maple Valley in season opener for both by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Hastings baseball field wasn’t ready for Maple Valley on Monday after­ noon, so the Lions got to start on Lakewood’s field instead on Tuesday. Not only was the field at LHS ready for the Lions, the Vikings were ready for them too. Lakewood took a 13-3 win in six innings, in game one of a season opening dou­ ble header. The Vikings hope it was the start of another highly successful season. Lakewood doesn’t have the kind of stud pitching its had in the past, but senior Corey Thelen took a step towards becoming the staff’s ace by shutting out the Lions for the first four innings. Of the 12 outs recorded with Thelen on the mound, ten were strike outs. He allowed only four Lions to reach base, on a pair of hits and a pair of walks. Maple Valley fought to extend the game against Viking reliever Corey Rayner, pushing three runs across in the top of the fifth to put the mercy rule out of effect for an inning at least. Senior shortstop Tyler Beglin had four hits in the lead-off spot for the Vikings, including one to start off die top ofthe first inning. After a couple fly-ball outs, team­ mate Josh Mitchell knocked him in with an RBI single. Starting in the bottom of the second with number eight hitter Brandon Tingley, the Vikings began to get to Lion starter Drew Kersjes. With one-out Tingley was hit by a pitch, and the next four Vikings all reached base and eventually scored. Matt Scott walked, Beglin put down a sacrifice bunt and beat the throw to first base, then Wes Wise and Pat Morris followed with RBI singles for Lakewood. Kyle Rowland added an RBI sin­ gle, after a sacrifice by Mitchell, and the Vikings led 6-0. The highlight of the game for the Lions was the defen­ sive play by left fielder Chris Morris that brought an end to the second inning. Ryan Possehn, running for his catcher Rowland, was gunned down at the plate by Chris Morris as he tried to score from second on a sin­ gle by Josh Wickham. Thelen put the Lions’ Adam Gonser, Ben Boss, and Chris Morris down 1-2-3 on strike-outs in the third, and Lakewood came back in its half to score three more runs on RBI singles by Beglin, Mitchell, and a sacri- The Lakewood dugout, and Maple Valley catcher Garrett VanEngen turn their attention to the home plate umpire, after VanEngen’s tag out of Lakewood’s Ryan Possehn to end the bottom of the second inning Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) fice fly by Pat Morris. Lakewood added three more runs in the bottom of the fourth when Wickham started the inning with a sin­ gle, Brian Richards walked, and Tingley knocked them both in with a triple. Tingley eventually scored on one of the Lions’ three errors. Lakewood’s two errors helped the Lions get on the board in the top of the fifth. A double by David Scurlock knocked in two runs, and he advanced to third on a throw­ ing error by the Vikings. Kersjes followed it up with an RBI single of his own. In the bottom of the sixth, Beglin led off with a double, Wise reached on an error, and Morris ended the game by driving in Beglin with a single. Maple Valley finished the game with five hits, and Lakewood had 13. Kersjes led Valley with a pair of sin­ gles in the clean-up spot. Beglin, Mitchell, and Wickham were the three Vikings with multiple hits. The Lions will be back in action Monday, April 11, when they host Springport at the diamond in Vermontville. Maple Valley girls dominate a second indoor invitational Maple Valley’s Drew Kersjes fires towards the plate in the bottom of the first inning Tuesday afternoon at Lakewood. (Photo by Brett Bremer) BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician S 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 | Towing Available Maple Valley girls won more than half the events at Central Michigan University’s Jack Skoog Indoor Track and Field Meet for Division 3 and 4 teams last Wednesday. No team scores were kept, but the Lions dominated the individual results. No where were they more dominant than in the 60meter dash, where three of the first four across the finish line were Lion ladies. Amy Abbott won the event in 8.33 seconds, Dhanielle Tobias was third in 8.51, and Alisha MAPLE VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE Baseball & Softball Final Sign-Up! Wednesday, April 13 • 5-7 p.m. at the MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA Attention Boys & Girls - ages 6-15! Want to come join the fun of the Maple Valley Little League? Give us a call or come sign-up on April 13! Don't wait too long, deadline is around the comer! The Maple Valley Little League & Travel Teams are not affiliated. All practices & games will stay right here in Maple Valley. Re Remember, April 13 is last sign-up & April 15 is deadline! Co-ed Tee-Ball Boys & Girls Pee Wee Boys & Girls Minor Boys & Girls Major $20.00 6-7 $25.00 8-9 $25.00 10-12 $25.00 13-15 Any q questions call Ed, Becky or Michelle: 517-852-0898 Felmlee fourth in 8.66. Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart’s Whitney Thering broke up the pack with her time of 8.48 seconds. That was one of seven events where the Lions’ fin­ ished first in the 13-event meet. The trio ofAbbott, Tobias, and Felmlee teamed with Jenny Ellison to form an unbeatable 4x200-meter relay team. The Lions won that event with a time of 1:54.1, more than five sec­ onds better than the four­ some in second place from Montabella High School. Maple Valley won all three relay races, with Jessica McMillen, Tessa Robles, Kristen VanZandt, and Tobias taking the 4x400 in 4:36.2, and Kristen Hummel, McMillen, Amy Joostbems, and Robles win­ ning the 4x800 in 10:56.9. The Lions also had strong showings in the field events. Abbott won the long jump with a mark of 15’3, with teammate Lisa Hamilton in second with a mark of 15’2.75. Joostbems and Ellison tied for third in the high jump at 4’ 10. Three of the top six girls in the pole vault were from Maple Valley. Hamilton was third, clearing 9’. Tara' Gordenski finished fourth at 8’6, and Ellison was sixth at 8’. Lakeview’s Katie Shaw won the even by clearing 11’. Kayleigh Browne placed third in the shot put for Maple Valley with her top throw of 33’6. Maple Valley girls fin­ ished first and sixth in the 400-meter run, and the 800. Tobias won the 400 in 1:04.4, and Lauren Pierce was sixth in 1:08.8. In the 800, McMillen won with her time of 2:39.4, and Hummel was sixth in 2:47.2. The Lions’ other top fin­ ishers were Robles in the 1600-meter run with her fifth place time of 6:16.1, and Abbott and Ellison in the 60meter hurdles. Abbott was second in 10.14, and Ellison fifth in 10.84. The Maple Valley boys’ and girls’ track and field teams will both be in action when the season begins again after spring break. The Lions travel to Lakewood Thursday, April 14, to face the Vikings and the Pennfield Panthers. Maple Valley Accounting & Tax, LLC Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL’s a •x (Refund anticipation loan) Check as soon as 24 hours Student and Senior Rates!! Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 £ We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. 06602724 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 9 Maplewood 6th-graders complete DARE program Deputy Bruce Yelvington poses for photo with DARE Essay Winners (from left) Megan Shoemaker, Donovan Rose, Lance Yates, Zach Baird and Tommy Robinson. (Photo by Pam Tobias) Danielle Milligan displays her DARE certificate. (photo by Pam Tobias) *b IteartteS t in rj jS no fflliWui®® OBI ■# J^’3kkM * M83ii^l«> ii^l«> ikU kU itafcswM® ftn ,:s 5m« L k w11 k The Eaton County Sheriffs Department held its annual DARE graduation for sixth grade students at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville last Thursday, After the Pledge of Allegiance, Fred Davenport, the principal of Maplewood Elementary gave a few words of welcome, Deputy Bruce Yelvington made opening remarks. The speakers were Kim Kramer, Maple Valley superintendent; Sheriff Michael Raines from the Eaton County Sheriff Department; and Gene Fisher from the Vermontville Lions Club. The Lions Club, which sponsors the DARE program at Maplewood Elementary, will be holding its annual DARE golf outing Sunday, May 22, at 1 p.m. at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. The cost is $30, which includes 18 holes, cart and lunch. Call Mulberry Fore at (517) 852Vermontville Lions Club President Gene Fisher receives a Certificate of 0760 or Gene Fisher at (517) Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines addresses the Appreciation from Deputy Bruce Yelvington, the DARE instructor from the Eaton 726-0670 for more informa­ DARE graduates at Maplewood Elementary. (Photo by County Sheriff’s Department. (Photo by Pam Tobias) tion. Pam Tobias) Local little league plans Wed. meeting The Maple Valley Little League will hold a meeting open to the public 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at Goodtime Pizza in Nashville. Anyone with any ques­ tions or concerns is urged to attend the meeting. GET YOUR STAFF FIRED UP ABOUT THEIR NEW RETIREMENT PLAN. WE LIVE WHERE YOU LIVE.’ Show your staff how much you value them. And plan for your own future. Ask me about starting an employer-sponsored retirement plan today. Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S Hanover St Hastings, MI 49058 Bus: 269-948-1284 tal.gearhart.g4ic@statefarm.com Call for Classifieds 269-945-9554 LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR A I STATE FARM IS THERE? Maple valley Little League will hold a meeting open to the public Wed. April 6th, 6 pm at Goodtime Pizza. Anyone with any questions or concerns is urged to attend this meeting. Providing Insurance and Financial Services P036212 04/03 Consult your tax or legal advisor lor specific advice. State Fann • Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois • sUBtimiconf Thank You Ed, Michelle, Becky & Bill 06606542 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 5, 2005 - Page 10 J • -a PRINTER? 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Chemicals commonly used in the manufacture of methamphetamine include starter fluid (ether), dena­ tured alcohol, methanol, Drano, Red Devil lye, or any other type of caustic soda, anhydrous ammonia, red phosphorous, toloul, paint thinner, psuedophedrine tablets (Sudafed, Mini-thins, etc.), sulfuric acid or battery acid, muriatic acid, freon, hydrogen chloride gas, ace­ tone, and DMSO2 or MSM (animal nutritional supple­ ments). The chemicals used in the production of methampheta­ mine can be highly volatile and can react to water, air, shock or movement, and each other. They can cause irritation or damage to eyes, lungs, kidneys and skin. They can also be lethal. Homes and buildings that have been used for the man­ ufacture of methampheta­ mine have such a high con­ centration of chemical con­ tamination that they have to be condemned by the health department until they can be proven to be clean. Business owners were urged to keep an eye out and report people who buy large quantities or make repeated purchases of items that can be used for the manufacture of methamphetamine. Suspicious or suspected methamphetamine behavior can be reported by calling 911, l-(800) METHTIP, or Silent Observer l-(800) 310­ 9031. SCHOLARSIHIP, continued from page 7 — able private foundations. Or, they may promise to provide a list of available grants. If you decide to respond to these ads, be aware that your name and information may never reach reputable foundations. Generally, obtaining a grant is a com­ plicated process, requiring documentation and research. Although there may exist private founda­ tions whose requirements are based on an individ­ ual’s personal preference, the fast majority of grant­ making foundations require that applicants for funds meet very specific guide­ lines that the foundation has established, and that the funds be used for spe­ cific projects that the foun­ dation wishes to support. The Better Business Bureau offers the following advice: • Watch out for phrases like “free grant money.” Grants do not have to be repaid; thus there is no need to use the word “free.” • Organizations do not usually give out grants for personal debt consolida­ tion, or to pay for other per­ sonal needs. Grants are usually given only to serve a social good, such as bringing jobs to an area, training under-employed youth, preserving a bit of history, etc. • Always remember to checkout any company you plan to do business with by contacting the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Also check with a regional or state economic develop­ ment office to see if they know of grant programs for which you might qualify. • Visit your public library.. Ask a librarian to help you find reference books describing founda­ tions and the . criteria they use in awarding grants. • Be wary if you are asked to provide money up-front to an unknown company before the com­ pany will provide the serv­ ices promised. • Ifyou are having finan­ cial problems, there are local non-profit credit counseling services who may be able to assist with your problem at no charge. • Visit the BBB web site www.westemmichigan.bbb xjrg to research all offers from unknown organiza­ tions with promises that sound ‘too good.’ MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP The regular board meetings of the Maple Grove Township Board are the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Hall, located at 721 Durkee St., Nashville, Michigan 49073. The meeting dates, are as follows: April 6, 2005 May 4, 2005 June 1, 2005 July 6, 2005 August 3, 2005 September 7,2005 October 5, 2005 November 2, 2005 December 7, 2005 January 4, 2006 February 1, 2006 March 1,2006 Maple Grove Township will provide necessary and reasonable aids and services to the disabled 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 0_6605323 Big or small. If it’s a diesel, it deserves Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Amoco. Premier Diesel Fuel Guaranteed Quality Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. 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(AMOCO] Kent Oil & Propane, Inc We Deliver 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI 06606514 Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 AMOCO �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 5,2005 — Page 12 Nashville business owners,residents learn about meth also cause amphetamine psy­ chosis, including hallucina­ tions and delusions, 36 to 48 hours after a large dose. Most people who use methamphetamine take the drug continuously for several days at a time, during which they usually do not eat or sleep. Afterward they “crash” during which time they may sleep for days at a time and experience anxiety and severe depression. Because .of the euphoria it produces, and the relative ease with whieh it can be manufactured from com­ monly available compo­ nents, meth has been labeled, “poor man’s cocaine.” Michigan currently is experience a proliferation of “mom and pop” meth labs, particularly in rural areas. Eighteen meth labs were seized in 1999. In 2002 189 labs were seized and in 2003 that number was 183. The most common types of lab are the anhydrous ammonia/lithium metal method, which is commonly refereed to as the Nazi or Birch method; the red phosphorous/Iodine method; and the P2P method, which now accounts for less than 25 of all lab seizures. Labs have been set up in homes, busi­ nesses, apartment, garages, hotel rooms, bams, storage facilities, cars, fields and other remote locations. Methamphetamine labs are usually found through undercover investigations, traffic stops, building inspec­ tions, domestic violence, See METH, page 11 Approximately 75 Nashville area residents and business owners attended the methamphetamine awareness and prevention program, which was held at the Mulberry Gardens banquet facility Thursday evening. More than 75 Nashville area residents and business owners were in attendance at the “Meth Awareness in Your Community” program to learn about the signs of methamphetamine manufac­ turing and abuse and what they can do to help prevent it in their community. Mike Callton, Fifth District representative on the Barry County Board of Commissioners and a Nashville resident, organized the program in the wake of the Barry County Sheriff Department’s bust in late March of a methampheta­ mine lab in downtown Nashville. Methamphetamine is a powerful synthetic stimulant known by a variety of names, including meth, speed, crystal meth, crank and cat. It comes in powder, pill, and capsule form. “Ice” is a clear form of methamphetamine that looks like chunks of ice or crystal. It can be snorted, taken oral­ ly, smoked or injected. Ice is usually heated and the vapors inhaled. This drug is a psycho­ stimulant that affects the central nervous system, causing euphoria. Methamphetamine increases metabolism, heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature and rate of breathing. It also causes loss of appetite, tremors, heavy sweating, nausea, headache and dizzi­ ness. Very high doses can quickly kill users by damag­ ing blood vessels in the brain. It is highly addictive, even after one use. The body’s tolerance to metham­ phetamine builds quickly, which means frequent users have to use more and more of the drug to get the same effect. Signs that a person is using methamphetamine include restlessness, anxiety and excessive talking. Meth users often speak very quick­ ly and in fragments, making them difficult to understand. Some users also show signs of impaired judgment, hallu­ cinations, paranoia and increased aggression. 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"When I was little, I would go out with my grand­ pa and check the sap buckets to see if they were bill. I was also in the Girl Scouts and every year we’d go out to Wayne Pennock’s farm to watch them make syrup," said Dhanielle, a junior at Maple Valley High School and the daughter of Tim and Pam Tobias of Woodland. "I grew up wanting to be the syrup queen. I didn’t always know the difference between the syrup queen and the homecoming queen. I just wanted to ride in a car or a float and wave." Tobias had a chance to practice for her royal role as the 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen when she was selected as a Maple Valley High School homecoming princess last fall, but Tobias said there is a lot of work and preparation that goes into preparing for the syrup festival. "Right now we’re concen­ trating on the float. The girls in the court and I went shop­ ping and we got some really good deals on materials for the float, but we haven’t started building it yet. We each also have to decorate or own sap bucket for the float. We’re also in the process of deciding which parades we want to go to this year, but it’s been hard to get every­ one together because we’re all busy," said Tobias. "I helped with tapping the trees and we did try to get togeth­ er to help with the sap col­ lection and other stuff." "It’s a lot of hard work, but I’m really excited about it and I know I’m going to love it. I really like all the girls who are on the court with me (Pamela Cook, Nicolette Dunn, Amanda Kirchhoff and Samantha Maloney). We have a lot of fun together," she added. ""When we went shopping for the float in Charlotte, there was an Easter Bunny on the side of the road and Vermontville boy found safe after two and half hour search __ by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Three-year-old Hunter Loveland was home with his parents no worse for the wear last Wednesday after­ noon after being the subject of a two and half hour search earlier that morning when he wandered away from his babysitter’s house on West Second Street in Vermontville. At least it was happy end­ ing," said Hunter’s father, Jason Loveland, holding his son on his lap, obviously relieved to have the boy back safe and sound. According to Jason, Hunter was outside with his babysitter around 8 a.m., playing with a stray dog that had wandered into the yard, when his sitter’s child woke up and started crying inside the house. The woman went inside to get the child and when she returned, less than a minute later, Hunter and the dog were nowhere to be found. She looked for the boy and the dog at a neighbor’s house and when she couldn’t find them, she immediately called 911 and Eaton County we all got out and had our picture taken with him." Tobias also went to the WBCH radio station in Hastings, where she taped a commercial with Greg Wendorf promoting this year’s Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Tobias said that after she graduates from Maple Valley High School in 2006 she would like to go’to college and study either broadcasting or veterinary medicine. "I’m not sure what I want to do yet, I’m starting to look into colleges. I just visited Central Michigan University (CMU) last weekend. I’m looking at CMU, Grand Valley or Michigan State University," she said. "I want to go into broadcasting, but I like to work with animals, although I’m really not into science, maybe I’ll go into broadcasting and have a farm on the side." Tobias has been a 4-H member for many years, raising and showing polled Herefords and Angus cattle. She has been the reporter and editor and treasurer for her club and has been a novice, junior and senior showman­ ship winner, and this year is serving as the vice president. She also has been an active member of the FFA since her freshman year tak­ ing part in the state conven­ tion talent show. She is serv­ ing as the club secretary for the 2004-2005 school year and will serve as the presi­ dent during her senior year. See QUEEN, page 16 Castleton Township Board salary increases spark controversy by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Nine residents appeared at last week’’ss Castleton Township Board public hear­ ing on the proposed 2005 -2006 budget to protest pay increases. The proposed budget includes 2.3% pay raises for elected officials and the township assessor, plus an additional $600 per election for the township clerk. The board eventually approved the proposed $192,900 budget, which included the following salaries: • $3,450 annually, a $100 increase for each of the trustees. • $6,490 per year for the supervisor to $14,500. • $15,280 annually for the assessor, a $340 increase. • $12,645 per year for the treasurer, a $285 increase. • $14,750 for the clerk per year, an increase of $330, with the clerk’s salary to be revisited mid-year to determine-whether or not a special $600 election “bonus” is warranted. Citizen Don Wiggins was one of the first to take the floor when the hearing was opened to public comment. He told the board public offi­ cials should not expect salary increases when the people they serve are facing stag­ nant or falling wages. "... You got to look at what’s going on around you. On Monday, The New York Times wrote an article that average wage increases aver­ age 2.6% for 80% of the workforce made up of non­ managers in both white and blue-collar jobs, 2.6%,” he said. “I was talking to a man up in Grand Rapids, he made the comment that he got 1.6% and he was glad to get See BOARD, page 7 In This Issue Tracy and Jason with their 3-year-old son, Hunter, who was found safe after a two and half hour search. He had wandered away from his babysitter’s house. Sheriff’s Department and the Vermontville Township Fire Department were dispatched to search for the missing tot. She also called his par­ ents, Jason and Tracy, to tell them that their son was miss- ing. Jason, who works for Rod’s Plumbing and Heating in Grand Ledge, left work immediately to come home and look for his son. Tracy, who works for the Vermontville Township Fire Department and was attend­ ing a training session north of Lansing, had her cell phone turned off, as request­ ed by the instructor, and could not be reached. See LOST, page 3 • Vermontville student named Presidential Scholar at WMU • Vermontville approves paving of Spring Street • ‘Roaring 20’s’ for princess pageant • Baseball opens at Olivet Thursday • Lions soccer has busy start �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 12, 2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. -11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. 517-852-2500 HAPPY TRAILS... nm y ft <m V MACE PHARMACY looked at in various ways, those people who 219 N. Main Street, Nashville are genuinely the happiest are usually the 852-0845 people who maintain a positive attitude despite die difficulties oftheir life. The stoic philosophers were fond of 852-0882 r 202 N. 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SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 3 LOST, continued Jason Carrigan (center), pictured with WMU President Judith Bailey and Dr. Thomas Amos, president of the WMU Faculty Senate. Vermontville student named Presidential Scholar at WMU 50 Jason Carrigan of Vermontville was among 48 Western Michigan University seniors named a 2005 Presidential Scholar. The award is WMU's highest honor presented to a senior. Students are nominated for the award by faculty members. They are select­ ed on the basis of their general academic excel­ lence, academic and/or artistic excellence in their major and intellectual and/or artistic promise. The scholars were pre­ sented with certificates by WMU President Judith I. Bailey at the 25th annual Presidential Scholars Convocation this spring. The event, intended to cel- ebrate the excellence of WMU students, is spon­ sored by the Faculty Senate and the Office of the President. It included a reception, dinner and pro­ gram. Carrigan was named a Presidential Scholar in the field of business informa­ tion systems. A computer information systems major, he has managed to merge his passions for programming and data­ base design with a love for the Spanish language and an interest in the develop­ ing world. As an intern this semes­ ter with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, Carrigan completed a summer 2004 internship in San Isidro, Costa Rica, with International Teams, a non-profit missions organization. The Lee Honors College senior is currently examining issues of corporate governance, risk, and compliance management and is writing his honors thesis on the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which requires stricter corporate governance in the wake of major corporate scandals. After his April graduation, he hopes to return to Costa Rica for two years before beginning his work toward an advanced degree in business. He is the son of Tom and Kathy Carrigan of Vermontville. "We tried over and over to reach her, but her phone was off," said Jason. "I don’t know what I would have done if I had been in town and heard my own son’s named toned out," said Tracy. Before Jason left work, his boss told him to call if they needed the use of his personal helicopter to search for the boy. "He said if we didn’t find Hunter right way, to just give him a call and the chopper would be right out," said Jason, who added that when he arrived, everyone in the neighborhood, in fact almost the entire village was looking for Hunter. Jason said he told searchers he suspected that his son would head for the woods rather than sticking around town playing in the streets and yards. "A lady said she saw him going by her house around 8:30 and that was the last anyone had seen of him. I was just hoping he didn’t head into the swamps," he said. Searchers were waiting near the edge of the woods on the east side of town for the sheriff’s department’s tracking dogs to enter the woods first so they wouldn’t mess up the scent trail around 11 a.m. when a stray dog came out of the woods, followed closely by Hunter. "Russ Bennett was there helping with the search and when he saw Hunter come out of the woods, he just grabbed him," said Jason. "That’s why we moved "Hunter was pretty scared back here; Vermontville is a and crying but he was OK." nice small town," said "By the time Tracy was Jason. "I’m originally from able to turn on her phone Grand Ledge, but I moved around noon and called, all I here with my family when I could tell her was, "The was in the ninth grade. I adventure is over and our later moved back to Grand son is fine," said Jason. Ledge but we decided to "I went into the woods," move back here when our said Hunter, smiling and son was bom." snuggling into his father’s With Tracy home early shoulder. from her training and "You have to work on Jason’s boss giving him the staying were you belong," rest of the day off, Hunter Jason told him gently, but had an afternoon with his firmly. parents. When asked what After she learned of the family planned to do Hunter’s "adventure," Tracy with their found time Tracy decided to leave her training replied, "I don’t know right session and come home to now, it’s hard to think past see her husband and son. the next 20 seconds. It’s a "It was long drive back good thing he had an angel from Lansing, but itjust did­ on his shoulder, but we are n’t seem real; it still doesn’t definitely going to call Russ seem real," said Tracy. "I Bennett and thank him and guess it just hasn’t hit me we’ll review our rules about yet." staying where you belong The Lovelands said they and not following stray don’t blame Hunter’s baby­ dogs." sitter for what happened. "We’re not upset with her. It was just one of those things, you turn your back for one second and he was HASTINGS 4 gone," said Jason. Downtown Hastings on State St. "We’d like to thank 945-SHOW everyone in the community $5.25 Kids all shows | $5.50 Seniors who turned out to help us $6:00 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat $5.75 DAILY Matlness til 6pm find this little man, especial­ DIGITAL STEREO ly the Vermontville Fire । Unlimited Free Drink Reims & ,2S« Cora Refills Department and the Eaton County Sheriff’s F Department," said Jason, SPRING MATINEES giving his son an affection­ FOR EVERYONE ate squeeze. "I want to thank SAT SATURDAYS. SUNDAY10 411 AM GOOD BOY (PG) everybody in town, there SHOWS & SHOWTIMES were people everywhere SUBJECT TO CHANGE looking for him. SHOWTIMES 4/12-4/14 FREE ©SAHARA (PG-13) oigitaustadium seating 1:50, 4:30, 7:10, 9:50 ©FEVER PITCH (PG-13) DIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATING 3:00,5:15,7:30,9:45 © SIN CITY (R) The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING 1:30,4:10,7:00,9:30 ©BEAUTY SHOP (PG-13) OIGITAUSTADIUM SEATING ■ 3:00,5:10,7:20,9:35 ROBOTS (PG) DIGITAUSTAOIUM SEATING Open Tuesday — Friday ' Soliciting and vending during Syrup Festival S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. ..„ . “The penalty for violat­ chandise, food or bever­ age to dispose of by sale ing this chapter shall be a or gift the same from any civil infraction punishable store, other building, tem­ by a fine of $500 per day porary structure or resi­ plus any court costs. This dential property without a does not apply to residents bonafide intention of holding their own garage remaining permanently in sales, containing their the business of selling or own used household disposing of such goods, items. This does apply to who are merchandise, food or bev­ residents erage shall pay to the approached by solicitors Village Clerk the sum of or vendors wanting to set 50 dollars for each and up a “booth” on the resi­ every day such goods, dent’s property.” Anyone who wants to merchandise, food or bev­ erage shall be exposed for sell craft items should contact the Festival purchase or consumption. Committee at (517) 726­ 0574 for an application to the craft show. Anyone Nashville VFW 8260 wishing to sell flea market items should call (517) 726-0633 for an applica­ tion to the flea market. If you have any ques­ FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 2005 tions, please call the vil­ 5:30-7:00PM lage office at (517) 726­ 1429. Adults <* *6.00 • Children under 12 <* *3.00 The Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival is scheduled for April 22-24, and is important to know what the village allows in the way of soliciting and vending. Chapter 55 of the Code of Ordinances deals specifically with festival vending permits: “During the festival and the week prior to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, each per­ son, group or entity who shall bring into the village limits any goods, mer- Need help budgeting your insurance costs? om you can pay for your personal, and most business insurance protection with an easy-to-handle, monthly payment plan called Flex Bill. This plan, available from Auto-Owners Insurano KELLY 06606841 Company, means less strain on your budget. Call us and ask about it today! ^yluto-Owners Insurance KEN diMMbr Air Conditioned 1-517-852-9481 Life Home Car Business 06607182 TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 4 Vermontville approves paving of Spring Street Leo £. Peake NASHVILLE - Leo E. Peake, age 64, of Nashville, died Thursday, April 7,2005 in Phoenix, Arizona. Mr. Peake was bom on January 20, 1941 in Hope Township, Barry County, the son of Ernest and Bethell (Hallock) Peake. He was raised in the Cedar Creek and Irons areas and attended Baldwin schools. He worked in pulp wood production while living in Irons. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam conflict. He was married to Sally C. Eaton on May 28, 1966 in the Banyville Church. They lived most of their married life in the Vermontville/ Nashville areas. Mr. Peake was employed at Gibson’s in Greenville for (Diane) Peake of Wayland, a short time and then General Russell Peake ofKalamazoo; Motors in Lansing for 28 nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death years, retiring in 1993. Leo was an avid outdoors­ were his parents; sisters, man, enjoying hunting, fish­ Dorothy and Donna; and an ing, mushrooming, rock infant brother. Visitation statonw will bee Friday, ray, picking and most recently making walking sticks. He April 15 noon until service especially enjoyed his beer time. Memorial services will be while sitting around camp held 1 p.m. Friday, April 15, fires. Mr. Peake is survived by 2005 at Wren Funeral Home his wife, Sally; sons, Ben with Rev. Susan Trowbridge Peake of Bellevue and officiating. Memorial contributions Matthew (Shay) Peake of Middleville; granddaughter, may be made to the Brandi of Massachusetts; American Cancer Society or brothers, Francis (Nora) charity one’s choice. Arrangements were made Peake of Bellevue, Robert (Noreen) Peake of Delton, by Wren Funeral Home of Ralph (Nona) Peake ofIrons, Hastings (www.wren-funerWalter (Barb) Peake of al-home.com) Battle Creek, Richard NEW LOCATION Tobias Insurance Agency by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council Thursday night unanimously approved a motion to refer the paving of Spring Street to the street committee for review after being present­ ed with a petition signed by 11 residents who live there. Village Council President Doug Kelsey stated that there was no money in the village’s budget for paving the street this year, but the council would look at hav­ ing it done, “in the near future.” The council also approved a motion to unappoint the council as the village’s acting zoning board of appeals (ZBA) and appoint the following people for the following terms on the village ZBA: Mark Jorgensen, two years; Brad Holton, three years; Theresa SpagnuoloO’Dell, three years; Jason Sheridan, two years; and Marion Alexander, one year. In other business the council approved a motion to eliminate the $20 com­ mercial rate for water and make $10 the basic rate for all half-inch pipe with­ in the village limits. After discussion about the appropriateness of penalties against Wingspread Inc., the company responsible for the delayed completion of the new pump house, the council approved a motion to make a payment of $7,704 to the company. 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" 06607171 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net Cell (269) The drive to the Sunfield Recycle Station has dried out and it once again is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon and Mondays from 2 to 6 p.m. The station accepts newspapers that are tied or in grocery bags, glass that is clear and clean (no caps); aluminum with no paper or plastic coating; tin cans that are flattened, clean, with no labels and magazines that are tied or in grocery bags (no Reader's Digest). The recycle station is located on the west side of Sunfield by the water tower. Meth awareness class is April 13 The public is invited to attend a methampheta­ mine awareness class offered free of charge to residents in Vermontville, Vermontville Township and surrounding areas at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, in the multi-purpose room at Maplewood Elementary School, 170 Seminary St. Law enforcement offi­ cers from the Eaton County Sheriff’s depart­ ment, Lansing’s Metro Squad and the Michigan State Police, will be on hand to talk to residents and businesses owners about what to look for and report to stop the prolifer­ ation of methampheta­ mine labs. The class is being offered by the Village of Vermontville, and Vermontville Township, in conjunction with the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department, the Vermontville Lions Club, Vermontville Women’s Club. Maplewood School and PALS. Light refresh­ ments will be served by PALS. For more information call the village office (517)726-1429. 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. “Our Family Serving Youn • Nashville s Only Famity Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 W (517) 852-9712 06605508 Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager Commission bdHU COUnjU on Aging Schedule of Events Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, April 13 Peanut butter and honey, coleslaw, peaches, English muffin. Thursday, April 14 Sliced turkey, broccoli bacon salad, fruit parfait, whole wheat bread. Friday, April 15 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple, dinner roll. Monday, April 18 Chicken pineapple salad, potato salad, mixed fruit, dinner roll. Tuesday, April 19 Cheese spread, pork and beans, tropical fruit, Rye Krisps. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, April 13 Hamburger, bun, broccoli, com, cookie. Thursday, April 14 Roast pork w/gravy, stuff­ ing, mashed potatoes, carrots, cranberry sauce. Friday, April 15 Homemade goulash, braised cabbage, cauliflower, applesauce. Monday, April 18 Bean soup w/ham, aspara­ gus, bread pudding, crackers. Tuesday, April 19 Mushroom chicken, sweet potatoes, green beans, sea­ soned rice, mandarin oranges. Events Wednesday, April 13 Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia. Delton, Reminiscence. Thursday, April 14 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m.; Doug from Pet World. Delton, Puzzle/Trivia. Nashville TV time. Friday, April 15 - Hastings, bingo. Nashville, Nashville 5 11:30 a.m., Happy Days Luncheon. Woodland, visit­ ing. Monday, April 18 Hastings, Music with Sam, Card Making, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; beading 5 p.m. Delton, Nashville 5 11:30 a.m.. Tuesday, April 19 Hastings - Board games 10­ 11:30 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Alzheimer Support 1 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, April 12.2005 — Page 5 A giant in modern history has left us VS * vvV <Jsv <<<s fc>*<<Jv Q IkS ‘JjSS 5 (<?1 s %> s SS % J s Si Ps*? ttltfi tlt . i Wi Sb olikinl >«W» Hlfl te (on ^•>[>^1 9} iSWXJDB HMl WsiH lie ® P^IMlaLi ^^MahiiiK Em IImb, Itate I 155 I * f.m; mils; In Is |A Mtfc li ..,. few * hkM . WHfeW" 's ®* jiMii :W® ia^! Township, ||.j|iiH^ i mH k lie ^jji‘| i® CM), |^J W’cjiWq Fred Jacobs vice president, J-Ad Graphics Pope John Paul II, who died last Saturday, indis­ putably was the most influ­ ential pontiffofthe 20th cen­ tury and a man who had more impact on the world in the last 100 years than most presidents, emperors, kings, prime ministers, ayatollahs and dictators. He was a man offirsts. He was the first pope to be hos­ pitalized, the first to tour the world, the first non-Italian pope in 456 years (he was bom in Poland), the first to understand -the media and TV and to tour the world with his message of compas­ sion, love and acceptance of one's beliefs. He brought people of all religions together with the communal understanding there is one God that we follow. His first act when he was elevated to his lofty position in 1978 was to honor his predecessor, John Paul I, by taking on that name with a “II” afterward. John Paul I had served only six months before dying and the new pontiff didn’t want him to be forgotten. The work of John Paul II was monumental. He has been credited with being the single most important influ- ence in bringing down com­ munism outside of Mikhail Gorbachev. It was a cruel system of government and society he grew up under, with the uneasy reality that communism had little, if any use, for Christianity. John Paul brought a new spirit of energy to the papa­ cy. He made an amazing 104 trips outside of Italy to 129 nations, indeed boldly going where no other pontiff had ever gone before, including backwater places in Africa, within the Arctic Circle and South American mountains. Along the way, he talked to many world leaders about the roles they must play in fashioning a better world. Perhaps most important, he fought for the poor and hungry. He was unwavering in his support for people less fortunate, the kind of people Jesus Christ ministered to. A witness to the Holocaust as citizen Karol Wojtyla in his younger years, he went on a pilgrimage of repen­ tance and attempted to rec­ oncile differences with Jews, eventually recognizing the state of Israel. He was the first pope to visit Greece in nearly 1,300 years in his effort to reach out to those who follow Eastern Orthodoxy. The pope demonstrated an amazing ability to take a step backward and offer the olive branch. He apologized to Muslims for the crusades so many centuries ago. He acknowledged the church’s wrongdoing in imprisoning Galileo for saying the earth wasn’t the center of the uni­ verse. He championed the labor movement led by Lech Walesza in Poland. He even agreed publicly that Charles Darwin’s controversial theo­ ry of evolution was credible. These kinds of soul­ searching apologies and thoughtful considerations had been conspicuous by their absence in previous eras. Courage was a staple for John Paul’s papacy. He was not afraid to criticize a super­ power like the United States for its policy toward-Cuba and for its invasion of Iraq. Despite the progressive nature of John Paul’s public pronouncement on world affairs, he was decidedly conservative on issues closer to home. He stood fast as the leader ofthe church against a popular movement to include women in decision­ making roles in the church. He continued the official opposition to ordaining women as priests and held true to his beliefs on celibacy of priests. He was unrelent- ing in his continued opposi­ tion to abortion. John Paul was true to the teachings of the church throughout his papacy. He never took positions on issues just to gain acceptance from followers, as so many other leaders seem to do these days. Around the world, John Paul was loved and admired for his strong convictions, yet gentle lead­ ership. I really believe his passing gives us a chance to pause and talk about his mission and the lessons he left for us. Leaders of great nations should work toward bringing the world closer to love one another, to genuinely help the people of the world who are hurting, not just for financial gain or to become more powerful. The power should be in the ability to help the world to aspire to a better life for all. The message of John Paul was simple, but meaningful. He was the right man at the right time in world history. I sincerely believe he will take his rightful place in 20th cen­ tury history beside Mohandas Ghandi and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. John Paul’s time on earth ran out last weekend. Perhaps some believe he left behind a lot of unfinished 2005 Cooper’s Glen Music Festival features broad range of talent The popular Cooper’s Glen Bluegrass Festival will broaden its reach this year with a roster of acoustic music acts that is more diverse than ever - along with a subtle name change to reflect the new direction. The fourth annual outdoor family extravaganza - now dubbed the Cooper’s Glen Music Festival - is sched­ uled for August 27-28. While Bluegrass music will remain a key part of the fes­ tival line-up, there will also be an eclectic mix of coun­ try, folk, blues, Irish, classi­ cal, swing, country rock and old-time music - as well as the sweet harmonies of a bar­ bershop quartet. In addition, this family­ friendly event will also include wagon rides, nature activities, food vendors, an arts and crafts show and at least two music workshops. Tickets will go on sale June 1. Tickets are priced at $20 for a one-day pass and $35 for a two-day pass. Members of the Kalamazoo Nature Center and the Great Lake Acoustic Music Association - co-sponsors of the event - will also pay $20 for one day, but will get a $10 discount on the two-day pass, which will cost them $25. Kids 15 and under can get in free with an adult. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Kalamazoo Nature Center and from Great Lakes Acoustic Music Association board members, as well as at Calladrine’s: The Music Place (1210 East Columbia Avenue in Battle Creek) and Broughton Music Center (1318 South Drake Road in Kalamazoo). They will also be on sale at the itieH- i^ill-^ll servedb) rt'1^. &#'% [onuajM ||^J Stop in and see Vai at our Woodland office. She is available to assist you with all of your financial needs. Woodland Office: Hometown Banking 269-367-4911 || MemtwFDic www.icnb.com gate during the festival. Advance credit card orders can only be placed through the Kalamazoo Nature Center outlet. The other sales outlets will require cash. In addition, limited on-site camping will be available for $10 per night. It is primitive camping with no amenities and only 50 sites will be business. I feel differently. I he recuperated for 55 days in think he took tremendous the hospital, his assailant, strides in showing us the from his jail cell, told televi­ paths we need to take. sion reporters he was sorry Our Father who art in his gunshots struck and Heaven... our father, the injured nearby women. But dynamic leader of a billion he added, “No pope,” mean­ Catholics around the globe, ing he had no remorse over gone from his earthly home, shooting John Paul. to an eternal home, is gone It was only a few years but not forgotten. I truly later that the pope insisted on believe history will judge visiting that man in his jail him as one of the greatest in personally to forgive him. his position. Few would have the abili­ When people ask me now ty to perform such an act of what impressed me most love toward someone who about him, I reply it was his tried to kill him. amazing capacity for for­ But that’s the kind Of man giveness. John Paul was. He leaves a I’ll never forget when a • legacy of love, forgiveness, political and religious zealot compassion and integrity. attempted to assassinate him My hope here is that we will in May 1981 in St Peter’s honor his memory by learn­ Square. A remarkably ing from what he taught us resilient man who had and what he showed us. already seen his 60th birthday, he recovered. And while CALENDAR OF EVENTS Apr. 12 Apr. 14 Apr. 16 Apr. 16 Apr. 18 Apr. 18 Apr. 20 available on aa “first Apr. 21 come/first serve” basis, so Apr. 21 those interested will need to get their requests in early. Apr. 23 Each site will accommodate one trailer, or two tents. For May 2 more information, or to reg­ ister for a campsite, call Kathy Nicholas at 349-5144, or Tim Rigtemick at 649­ 1029. An invitation also is being extended to Barry County businesses, churches, schools and organizations to be included in the book to record their history or spon­ sor a space on a page in the book for a fee. Information will be available at the meet­ ing or it can be obtained by writing for a brochure. Orders will be taken at the meeting for history books, which are being sold on a pre-sale basis for $55 each, plus Michigan -sales tax of $3.30, and if books are to be mailed, $7 for postage and handling. Only the number of books ordered will be printed. For those unable to attend the meeting, but would like to find out more about the project, to submit a biogra­ phy or other type ofa history, or sponsor a page and order a book, a brochure is available. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope to Barry County History Book, History Preservation Association of Barry County, P.O. Box 705, Hastings, MI 49058. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival History book meeting set at Putnam Library Members of the History Preservation Association of Barry County are inviting the public to attend their next meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 12, at the Putnam Library, 327 North Main St. (North M-66) in Nashville. The meeting will allow people to share information, ideas, biographies, photos, etc., they would like to have included in the new Barry County history book the non­ profit organization is compil­ ing to publish and release next December. Those who have biogra­ phies,. material that can be used in histories of each of Barry County's 16 townships to be written about and pho­ tos they would like to turn in should bring them to the meeting. The History Preservation Association is accepting biographies of up to 600 words about a family or indi­ vidual who has lived or is now living in Barry County, plus two photos, to be pub­ lished for free in the.booklength history about Barry County and its residents. Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Babysitting Class, Session 1, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Delton Library (call the Library). Judging Clinic, on the Paso Fino at Byron Downs, 10 a.m. For more information call Stacey Campeau at 269-795-7655 or Deb Hiemstra at 616-891-1657. Small Animal Sales Committee meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Rabbit Developmental Committee meeting, 8 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Hastings. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m, Extension Office. Babysitting Class, Session 2, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Delton Library. Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. All clubs must send a representative for this meeting. Starts Friday Evening, April 22nd All Day Sat, & Sun., April 23rd & 24th TALENT SHOW Fri., April 22 • 6:30 pm Call 517-726-0970 0M08518 i Three Divisions: Ages 6 and under • Ages 7-17 years • Ages 18 and over Application deadline April 15, 2005 $5.00 for 9 Holes with a Cart $10.00 for 18 Holes with a Cart QMtMerry Fare, I 955 N. Main (M-66) Nashville zgg / Mi \ (517) 852-0760 • 1-800-450-0760 U ™ tHHHHfUffUUUUU] �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 6 ‘Roaring 20s’ theme of this year’s Miss Maple Syrup princess pageant This year’s contestants for the Little Miss Syrup Princess are (front row, from left) Mariah Szymanski, Daniell Pesce, Anna Pash, (second row, from left) Terra Hall, Makayla Morgan Lee, Bailey McDaniel, Taylor Lamance, Summer Bayman, (back row, from left) Sara Line, Sarah Norton, Mariah Lloyd, Hannah Hilton, Alexandria Hughes, Jamie Richter and Cathleen Seaton. (Submitted photo) Eighteen girls ages 7 to 9 Roaring 20s.” All the girls will take part will take to the stage in the fifth annual Little Miss in two choreographed group Maple Syrup Princess dance numbers based on the Pageant at 5 p.m. Saturday, “Roaring 20s” theme. This year the girls will be dancing April 23,. 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B73BUBN0656 ■FIL3X70412HR-M1205-00039691_______________ SAItTY A WwftBIt t=J Equal Opportunity Lender Little Miss Syrup Princess contestants practice one of their dance numbers. (Submitted photo) well as high self-esteem. tificate is presented to Jane Haigh’s Sugar House Farm That is what our goal is at the Doe for being the Bounciest in Charlotte In addition, the pageant, to build self-confi­ Candidate,’ Thus the name. princess will also receive a dence that will, hopefully, ‘Silly Certificates,’” Said “Princess” T-shirt and a stay with them a lifetime.” Perez. $250 savings bond. The girls began rehearsed In addition The The princess is not their group numbers and Vermontville. Maple Syrup required to make any appear­ individual talents once a Festival Queen Dhanielle ances throughout the year week in February and March Tobias and her court, along unless she and her parents and have been rehearsing with the 2004 princess, want to do so. Most often the twice a week in April. Perez Maizzy Nichols, will be queen will contact the said that during the past five there to present the candi­ princess and inform her as to years she has a seen a lot of dates with their gifts and tro­ what parades she and her girls increase their self-con­ phies and crown the 2005 court will be attending and fidence just through the princess. then give her the option of rehearsal process. Each candidate will either going with diem or “We have girls come in receive flowers donated by meeting them then there, it is very shy and leave extremely Barlow’s Florist in Hastings, the parent’s decision. confident and proud ofthem­ gift bags filled with items “The pageant has grown selves in what they have donated by various mer- from a ‘let’s see if we can accomplished throughout the chants, a sash donated by pull this off program to one rehearsals and pageant Enduring in that is anxiously anticipated Designs itself,” said Perez. “For Nashville and a trophy throughout the year by many example, this year we had donated by 1st Place Sports one girl in particular, that at in Grand Ledge, and maple little girls,” said Perez. “We See PRINCESS, page 12 registration wouldn’t even syrup candy donated by come out from behind her dad. She was hesitant about You are invited doing a talent, ‘in front of a to an evening bunch of people.’ Even after the first one or two Of (gospet Music at rehearsals she was still quite Vermontville “Bifde Church a bit withdrawn and shy. Now, however, she is just as Sunday, Ayrd 17, Dos 6:00 “P.M. confident and proud as any Our favorite radio and church keyboard artist of the rest of them are! That’s what we try to instill Ruth Woolpert in the girls... confidence and And gospel quartet - The Imperfect Covers the ability to believe in them­ Plus - glorious congregational singing selves. They are all beautiful, thus it would be impossible All this and to judge them on beauty!” Fellowship and refreshments to follow According to Perez there Vermontville Bible Church are very few rules to be fol­ 250 North Main, Vermontville, MI lowed during the pageant Church (517) 726-0647 or VBC Secretary (517) 852-0838 because the main object is to have fun. Her only rules are absolutely no makeup and that the parents sign their daughters in when dropping them off for the festival’s Grand Parade and sign them out at the end of the parade so she knows that the girls are all supervised. “It’s a very busy town that weekend and I want to know where all of ‘my’ girls are at all times when they are entrusted to my care.” In keeping with the spirit of fun Perez said that near the end of the pageant pro­ gram each girl will be pre­ Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. sented with a “Silly Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic Certificate” made up by the volunteers. “They are simply a lighthearted laugh at how they have perceived the candidate (517) 852-2070 throughout the rehearsal period. For example one cerWe are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider tificate may read, ‘This cerMost insurances accepted Now Accepting Medicaid Patients Nashville Chiropractic �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 12, 2005 — Page 7 BOARD, continued from page 1 that. “I started looking at the dollars and cents,” added Wiggins referring to the township’s proposed budget. “I don’t always look at 2005 going to 2006,1 go back and took at your base year which is the 2002 year. I look at the supervisor situation and your projecting a 2.3% increase... if you look at the increase over that period the 2002 year to the 2004 that’s 9%. All I’m saying is when you start comparing with the real world out here, on a percent­ age basis, when you start comparing to the real world out here, there are a lot of people that are not getting that type of wage. That’s the supervisor “When you look at the assessor’s wage from the same base period, that is a 9.1% increase, which again is over 4.5% on a compound basis; that will eat you alive,” he said. “The ques­ tion came up in my mind, I know there are people in the county that perform the assessor’s function as a job. The question I have is could the task be outsourced for less money? If it could, it seems to me that we in the township should meet the competition in the market­ place to treat the taxpayers correctly. “If I look at the clerk’s sit­ uation, a 2.3% increase plus extra money for elections, that would generate a com­ pound increase over the same base period of 68.2%, and not many people get a 68.2% compound increase over two years,” he contin­ ued. “I would have to have a lot of explanation as to why. I can look back over the budget that the wages were down and there is some rational or justification to increase them at that point in time; but I think also that as a board you have to look at the overall direction of what your compound growth is. I would personally be really satisfied with a 30% growth rate in my wages at my com­ pany over the last two years, but it didn’t happen, but it didn’t happen this year and it’s not going to happen next year. “When you get these types of percentage increases, the next thing is an increase in pension costs, and essential- ly what you’ve got is pension costs, which are 11% ofpay­ roll from what I can see... all these increases have generat­ ed on compound a very sub­ stantial increase in pension costs,” said Wiggins. Wiggins also analyzed the treasurer’s salary increases, which he said totaled 38.9% over the two-year base peri­ od, “I don’t know if you can face the taxpayers and con­ vince them that these types of compound increases are justified,’’ he said. Wiggins then went on to compare the State Equalized Value (SEV) ofproperty and the number of parcels in Castleton, Woodland and Yankee Springs townships to illustrate that Castleton Township’s payroll budget is, “out of kilter.” “When you have a large compound jump like this it has . long-term implica­ tions... everything in the future is compounded at a higher rate,” he said. Wiggins also said that the township clerk’s posted 15 hours a week didn’t support the salary increase. Township Clerk Loma Wilson spoke in her own defense, “My posted hours out there on the sign is two days a week, but I’ll guaran­ tee that I am here four days and I’m also here quite often in the evenings and quite often on the weekends. So, I feel I put in a good 40 hours a week. It may not be during the day, but I am in here at catching up at night and on the weekends.” Wiggins said that the clerk’s hours should be post­ ed so the public is aware of how many hours she is put­ ting in. “If you’re feeding bad information out there, you get bad input back,” he said. Trustee Dave DeMond said he was pleased that peo­ ple came to the public hear­ ing, “I see an interest here. If you were to look at our audit book this year they point out exactly what you’re saying. This area is a stagnant growth area. We are not growing and our auditor took us to task from the stand­ point that our fixed costs are rising. We could sit here all night and argue whose time is worth what and I know the numbers are rough and I complained as much as any- < -Coupon > SAVE $2.00! 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We’re not going to be a sleepy little town forev­ er. All you have to do is look south of Ionia. It will hit us, Hopefully, it will hit us before it is too late,” he con­ tinued. “But there are some fixed costs that we can do very little about. “You talked about the treasurer. One of the things that happened to the treasur­ er — we came up with sum­ mer tax collection so instead of collecting taxes until the first of March, now starting in August there is another two or three months oftaxes. We have to take that into consideration. Responsibilities and duties ofthe clerk have increased... I think it’s too high. I made that statement and I will say it tonight. I don’t know where you can hire some­ body with the competence she has, the ability she has.” DeMond added that he felt that every governmental body is going through what Castleton Township is going through. “The complaint is that it is too high at the coun­ ty level, it is definitely too high at the state level, and the federal government is totally out of control. How do get a handle on it? That’s the question.” Members of the audience also questioned election costs and equipment costs for the clerk. Wilson explained that she needed a new computer for the office which cost the vil­ lage $2,600 and the updated software for accounting, payroll and cost “close to $7,000. “You have to understand that not all the cost is burden to the township because the fire and ambulance depart­ ments paid a portion of it, because all the fire and ambulance payrolls and gen­ eral operations are on this program,” she added. Bonnie White, a member of the audience, asked if-the village and schools would bear the burden of their elec­ tions which the township will be taking over due to the i state’s new election consoli­ dation legislation. “They (the school district and the village) are paying for that,” said Wilson. They pay the cost, but they don’t her wages,” said township Supervisor Jud । Cooley. Wilson stated that under ■ the new legislation the town­ ship could be responsible for _ up to four elections a year. White asked ifworking on | Election Day was included in I Wilson’s regular salary. I Wilson replied that it was. “The what’s the extra $600 for then?” asked White. “That’s because of the I additional two elections, the four...” replied Wilson. “Which may or may not happen,” said White. “Yes,” said Wilson. “But we have to build it into the salary. If they want an elec­ tion in November that we weren’t anticipating they can’t raise my salary.” “But you’re already ask­ ing for a wage increase,” said White. “This is my the­ ory, it’s a new system, I understand that, you’re not 100% sure how much extra work that is going to be, for you. So, I’m wondering if that $600 should be taken out because you don’t know how much it’s going to be. What if it doesn’t take that much time? You have to be here anyway to do work or what­ ever, you said yourself, you’re in, you’re out, you’re here 40 hours a week. See what I’m saying? “At least why not wait until you see how it works. Maybe with all the changes, it might actually make even­ tually make your work load lighter in some ways,” she added. “In my working situa­ tion, if I were looking for a substantial raise I would have to go to my boss and say, “This is why I would need a substantial raise. This is what I am doing. This is what I increased in doing.” “That is what I proposed to the board,” said Wilson. “But you don’t know what you’re increased in doing, because you haven’t done it,” said White. Earl Wilson, who was in the audience, detailed all the work involved in school and local elections, “There are a lot of things that come into this that people don’t really realize that are going on; there’s a lot more to it. It all gets into extra time there is more to this voting than peo­ ple realize.” “What I’m saying is that if this work can be done during her 40 hours then maybe then that $600 isn’t justified for two times a year. That’s $1,200,” said White. “Do you want to work 40 hours a week doing that kind of stuff for $16,000?”'asked Earl Wilson. “All I’m saying is that I would like to see it justified by how much more time it actually takes,” said White. “Then you can come back, write it down and document it, I wouldn’t have a problem with that, rather than just do it just because of specula­ tion. What if it wasn’t as bad as you are thinking? What are you going to do next year, take it back? That does­ n’t happen like that.” “What I hear from people is that once get this new vot­ ing thing set up. Things will go back pretty much to the way there were before,” said Wiggins. “It seems to me that when I come down here to vote everything is scanned and the vote is counted inside the machine. My experience with computers, since 1974, is that every time we go through an evolution with computers, buying $7,000 software, that $7,000 software system should reduce workloads substan­ tially, if it’s not reducing work loads substantially, it shouldn’t have been pur­ chased in the first place. A woman in the audience said that with today’s eco­ nomic environment, public officials who don’t feel they are getting paid enough should look for a job in the private sector. . “Someone in the private sector can do the same work and get paid a lot more than we do here,” said Cooley. “I don’t see anyone from the private sector coming here and wanting ourjobs.” “We like the way you are doing your jobs; nobody is complaining about the way you do your jobs, but every­ body knows that these jobs are basically a volunteer job that you get paid for,” said White. “It’s the same way when I was on council. I did­ n’t get paid diddlysquat to be on that council, but you did it because you live here and you want to do something for your community, not because you wanted to make a living off of your commu­ nity.” “You didn’t get paid for your time?” asked Loma Wilson. “Not nearly what you get; and you know how much time I put in on that water See BOARD, page 12 Big or small. If it’s q diesel, it deserves j Amoco. Premier Diesel Fuel. diesel equipment just right. It’s high in centane 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 contains D-Guard, an exclusive additive combination to help protect fuel injectors against Check out °ur Spring Oil Sale on NOW! gum and varnish. You’ll see the difference with Amoco Premier Diesel Fuel. For prompt, dependable delivery of all your fuel and lubricant needs, Soy Blend Diesel Also Available Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. We Deliver 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI 06606514 Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 8 Hurdlers, sprinters, jumpers and vaulters will lead Valley by Brett Bremer Sports Editor What’s happened away from the track has helped the Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team quite a bit in the past few seasons. The pole vaulters, jumpers, and throwers have come up huge for the Lions. Head Gary coach Hamilton expects to- see that again, although an inexperienced group of throwers will be trying to make their mark this season. At the pole vault pit, not much has changed the past few seasons. Seniors Lisa Tara Hamilton and Gordenski return, along with junor wt junior Jenny enny Ellison, son, and sophomore Jessi Winegar. Coach Hamilton lists the pole vault, high jump, hurdles, and sprints as the events that will carry the Lions this spring. Senior Amy Abbott sets the pace for the hurdlers and sprinters, group that includes Lisa Hamilton, Ellison, sophomore Alisha Felmlee, as well as some key newcomers. Abbott placed in both the 100-meter hurdles and 200-meter hurdles at last year’s Division 3 state finals. Lisa Hamilton and Ellison will strengthen the hurdle crew, as well as participating in the leaping events. Maple Valley is filled with multi-talented athletes. Junior Dhanielle Tobias can compete in any ofthe running events from the sprints to the 800meter run. Sophomore Amy Joostbems expects to help the Lions in the high jump, the discus, and distance races, while Winegar competes in distance races and the pole vault. The 2005 Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team. Team members are, front from left, Tara Gordenski, Two of the team’s most dominant distance runners Lisa Hamilton, Amy Abbott, Jessica McMillen, Tessa Robles, Njomza Tafili, middle row, Jessi Winegar, Kristen are seniors Jessica VanZandt, Salena Woodman, Jennifer Ellison, Dhani Tobias, Kayleigh Browne, Kristen Hummel, Alisha Felmlee, seniors McMillen and and Tessa back, Kreshel Reid, coach Robert Browne, Casnelle James, Mara Hughes, Tori Ewing, Ashley Gonser, Amy Robles, while sophomore Joostberns, Dani Christensen, Lauren Pierce, Randi Bond, head coach Gary Hamilton, and Meghan Howard. Kristen Hummel returns (Photo by Perry Hardin) for the middle-distance “If we stay healthy, we shot at tripping up the like senior Njoma Tafili, races. junior Salena Woodman, should be competitive in Lions in the SMAA is Junior Kayleigh and freshmen Mara our league and at region- Olivet. The Lions don’t Browne is the team’s most Hughes, Randi Vinson, als,” said coach Hamilton. meet the Eagles in league experienced thrower. A and Meghan Howard to The Lions should at action until May 17. The number of new faces will add some depth in the dis­ least be competitive. They Lions will see the Eagles look to add their talents tance races. finished 9-0 in the league this Friday however, at the throwing the shot and disOther new faces look­ a year ago, and won their Olivet Invitational. cus, including freshmen Maple Valley begins its ing to add their talents to regional to earn a spot in Randi Bond, Ashley the team this year are the MITCA team state post-spring break sched­ Gonser, Kershel Reid, and sophomore Kristen finals. Maple Valley ule. on Thursday when it Camelle James. 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Maple Valley has an excellent left side of the infield with senior short stop Kortney Ewing and senior third baseman Laura Trumble, and a solid right side that boasts juniors Mindy Newton at first base and Sarah Trumble at sec­ ond. Senior Elizabeth Clements is the most experienced play­ er the Lions have in the out­ field. Freshman Markelle Brumm and sophomore Katelyn Boss will be looking to add their skills wherever head coach Duska Brumm needs them on their first year with the varsity, while sup­ porting players Nicole Cantrell, Whitney Shilton, Samantha Maloney, and Char Furlong also look to offer their talents. In the end, it’ll be what the Lions are able to do with their bats that determines how they’ll stack up with the top teams in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association, such as Bellevue and Olivet The Lions hosted Springport on Monday after­ noon, and will get the SMAA season started this Thursday when they travel to Olivet to take on the Eagles. It the bats to get started early, and the Lions can avoid injuries, coach Brumm thinks her team has a solid chance of finishing near the top of the league. The Lions would then expect to make a run at a district champi­ onship before its all over. The 2005 Maple Valley varsity softball team. Team members are, front from left, Nicole Cantrell, Kortney Ewing, Sammy Cowell, Laura Trumble, Char Furlong, Kyndra Root, Elizabeth Clements, back row, coach Duska Brumm, Whitney Shilton, Sarah Trumble, Mindy Newton, Sammy Maloney, Katelyn Boss, and Markelle Brumm. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lions open SMAA season at Olivet on Thursday afternoon by Brett Bremer don’t have a superstar, but Sports Editor we do have a lot of kids that “We will survive or die want to work hard and be with fundamentals,” says successful.” Maple Valley varsity base­ Looking to make their ball coach Bryan Carpenter mark on the varsity first time of his 2005 team. this year are junior outfield­ Maple Valley returns a ers Brent Cummings and number of key players from Rusty Harris, and junior last year’s team that finished catcher Keith Lackscheide. with an 8-23 overall record. “We would like «to Pitchers Drew Kersjes, improve every week, be a Chris Morris, and Ben Fox factor in the league race, and are all back, and will try to prepare for a success post­ provide some defensive sta­ season run,” said Carpenter. bility when they are not on The best way to be a factor the mound with Kersjes at in the Southern Michigan first base, Morris in the out­ Athletic Association this field, and Fox at shortstop. spring would be for the’ Catching those solid arms Lion’s to play their best will be junior Garrett games against the top teams, VanEngen. The remainder of like Olivet,' Lansing the infield also returns with Christian, and Leslie. senior Ben Boss at second There isn’t much more base, senior David Scurlock time to prepare. The Lions playing second or third, and hosted Springport for a non­ senior Chad Tait playing conference contest on when needed at first base, Monday, and open the league third, or in the outfield. schedule this Thursday at “We have depth and bal­ Olivet. This Saturday they ance,” said Carpenter. will host the Maple Valley “There will be a lot of kids Invitational. pushing for playing time. We Hopefully, the team’s trip Anniversary Sale! KOUNTRY TREASURES 4526 S. M-66 Hwy., Nashville, MI 517-852-0391 HOURS: 10-6 TUES./SAT. Drum Roil Buy One Item At Regu■lar nPr.ice And Get 1/2 Off Next Item (of equal or lesser value) Check out our new and very unique Coffee Shoppe Music To Our Ears... The 2005 Maple Valley varsity baseball team. Team members are, front from left, manager Kyle Fisher, Garrett VanEngen, Jason Flint, Ben Boss, Keith Lackscheide, Ben Fox, Brent Cummings, Adam Gonser, back, head coach Bryan Carpenter, David Scurlock, Andrew Ashcraft, Rusty Harris, Chad Tait, Chris “Critter” Morris, Drew Kersjes, Chris Hoffman, and assis­ tant coach Ryan Goris. (Photo by Perry Hardin) to South Carolina last week helped shore up some of the basics. That, coupled with the addition of assistant Ryan Goris has helped the team improve in the early going. “The addition of assistant coach Ryan Goris is paying great benefits already,” Carpenter said. “He has stepped in and helped out hitters. Ryan played on my first varsity team in 2002, It’s exciting to have one of your own come back and help you with the program.” PUBLIC NOTICE OF ACCURACY TEST Notice is hereby given that the Public Accuracy Tests for the May 3, 2005, Regular Election is scheduled for April 15, 2005, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The tests will be conducted at Hastings Charter Township Hall, 885 River Road, Hastings, Michigan. The Public Accuracy Test is con­ ducted to determine the accuracy of the program and the computer being used to tabulate the results of the election. All tabulators used for each precinct will be tested individually. The following Townships will participate in the Test: Assyria - Deborah Massimino, Clerk Baltimore - Penelope Ypma, Clerk Barry - Debra Dewey-Perry, Clerk Carlton - Wilma Daniels, Clerk Castleton - Loma Wilson, Clerk Hastings Charter - Bonnie Cruttenden, Clerk Hope - Linda Eddy-Hough, Clerk Irving - Carol Ergang, Clerk Johnstown - June Doster, Clerk Maple Grove - Susan Butler, Clerk Orangeville - Patricia Blauvelt, Clerk Prairieville - Normajean Campbell-Nichols, Clerk Rutland Charter - Robin Hawthorne, Clerk Thomapple - Susan Vlietstra, Clerk Yankee Springs - Janice Lippert, Clerk Vermontivlle - Sharon Stewart, Clerk THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact their township clerk at least five (5) days in advance of the test. 09539580 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 10 Valley boys looking to clip the Eagles’ wings this spring looking to pave the way for another successful sea­ Sports Editor The Maple Valley Lions son. In the distance and mid­ didn’t like the way if felt to watch the Olivet Eagles dle distance races seniors lift the Southern Michigan Dustin Jones and Akok Athletic Association Malek return. Ken Cams championship trophy last will look to push spring. Beardslee in the hurdles. The Lion varsity boys’ Dan Brooks expects to track and field team fin­ contribute to the relay ished second to the Eagles teams, along with sprint­ a year ago, after sharing ers Jason Wood, Adam the title with them the pre­ Lamphere, and 400-meter vious season. This season, specialist Jarrod Brooks. the Lions want the final Mike Hall returns to SMAA title to themselves join Jones and Malek in and have some bigger the distance races. Matt goals beyond that as well. Gordeneer will be back at “We could have state the pole yault pit this qualifiers in six to eight spring, and Eric Turner events,” said sixth-year returns to lead an inexpe­ Lion coach Brian Lincoln. rienced group of throwers. Leading the way back is The Lions are blessed senior Jason Beardslee, with a large quantity of who finished second in the quality athletes in the 110-meter high hurdles at sprints, the distance races, the Division 3 state finals the hurdles, and the long last season. He is one of jump where Beardslee and many outstanding seniors Denver Hine will be lookby Brett Bremer Dustin Jones and Mike Hall both return for the Lions this season, making for a solid group of distance runners. (File photo) Maple Valley Accounting & Tax, LLC ing to make good marks. Matt Gam joins the sprint­ ers and the relay teams, and Dan Courneya and Tyler Corwin expect to fill out the distance field this spring. Maple Valley will see Olivet for the first time on Friday, when they hit the road for the Olivet Invitational. The two teams will meet in SMAA competition May 17. The final SMAA track and field meet will be hosted by Webberville May 25. The Lions will have a chance to tune-up for the Olivet Invitational when they travel to Lakewood Thursday to go up against the host Vikings and the Pennfield Panthers. Lions have 5 games in first eight days of the season Jill Vanderhoef, Enrolled Agent Fully-staffed Accounting and Tax Office Tax Preparation E-Filing Small Business Accounting RAL's £ (Refund anticipation loan) Check as soon as 24 hours Student and Senior Rates!! I Phone: 517-852-1500 E-mail: mv_accounting@sbcglobal.net Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 9pm; Sat. 9-4 £ We are located on Main Street in Nashville next to Shirley's Chuck Wagon. 06602724 Follow the MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley News The 2005 Maple Valley varsity girls’ soccer team. Team members are, front from left, Jessica Lawless, Amber Primm, Beth Platte, Kasie Lancaster, Amanda Mead, middle row, Amber Wells, Heather Primm, Darya Fedorenko, Chelsea Shoemaker, Brittney Gardner, Trisha Carney, Kylie Gardner, Sarah Ellison, back, Missy Wells, assistant coach Zeke Wieland, Kristin Hole, Oksana Horodivska, Antonina Abdurazakova, Britiney Stambaugh, Svenja Ersfeld, Hillary Ruffner, assistant coach David Bennidict, and head coach Chris Ricketts. (Photo by Perry Hardin) MAPLE VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE Baseball & Softball Final Sign-Up! Wednesday, April 13 • 5-7 p.m. at the MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA Attention Boys & Girls - ages 6-15! Want to come join the fun of the Maple Valley Little League? Give us a call or come sign-up on April 13! Don't wait too long, deadline is around the comer! The Maple Valley Little League & Travel Teams are not affiliated. All A practices & games will stay right here in Maple Valley. Re Remember, April 13 is last sign-up & April 15 is deadline! Co-ed Tee-Ball Boys & Girls Pee Wee Boys & Girls Minor Boys & Girls Major $20.00 6-7 $25.00 8-9 $25.00 10-12 $25.00 13-15 Any q questions call Ed, Becky or Michelle: 517-852-0898 by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley varsity girls’ soccer coach Chris Ricketts wants the two things that all coaches want, from his 2005 team. He wants his girls to improve, and he wants them to score. Scoring would be a improvement for the Lions, who had a tough time putting the ball in opponents’ nets last year, on their way to a 1 14 record. Generating offense will be especially tough for a team who’s most experienced players are anchoring the defense. Goalkeeper Beth Ann Platte returns for the Lions, along with midfielder Amber Primm. Other returnees include Jessica Lawless, Chelsea Shoemaker, Trisha Carney, and Sarah Ellison. Maple Valley opened its season on Monday at Parchment, and will open the Southern Michigan Athletic Association season on Wednesday at Olivet. It’s a busy first week for the Lion ladies. They will visit Hastings Thursday, host Albion on Friday, then next Monday go on the road to face Springport. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 11 Toy Fox Terriers to gather The Michigan Toy Fox Terrier association will cele­ brate its 50th Anniversary is a United Kennel Club, Inc. chartered club on Saturday, April 16 and Sunday, April 17 in Homer in the Middle School Gym of the Homer Community Schools. The club has organized in 1954 and received its charter in January 1955. All went well for the first few years and the club hosted their first Natiqnal T.F.T. show in August 1957 in Port Huron. Then for a couple years meetings were called and not enough members attended to make a quorum to hold the meetings to make plans for any shows, so none were held. In 1960 then new Toy Fox Terrier owners contact­ ed U.K.C. to see if there was an organization in the state for the promotion of the breed. They were informed by Dr. Furhman of U.K.C. to contact Howard and Doris Currens of Port Huron and that there was a club and that Mr. and Mrs. Currens were officers and they would be able to inform more as to what the status of the club was. Contact was made and information given as to the status of the organization. It was suggested that if there were enough interested peo­ ple to go ahead and set a date and people to hold a meet­ ing, that one would be called to make plans for promoting the breed and possibly hold­ ing shows again. A meeting was set to be held in Homer at the Community House, people were notified and a nice group of owners and breeders of Toy Fox Terriers attended along with Dr. Furhman. New offices were elected and plans started for a show to be held in October. Thus, the club was up and running again and has con­ tinued ever since, so that it is now celebrating 50 years of existence. The 50th Anniversary will consist of four U.K. C. Licensed Toy Fox Terrier Speciality shows, two on Saturday and two on Sunday, Saturday being the main day of the celebration. In addi­ tion to the regular ribbons and/or rosettes for the win­ ners of the various classes, Some special gift items will be presented to winners in some classes. There will be on display some old breed items, magazines, pedigrees, etc. There will be an auction and/or raffle and food avail­ able at the show site for lunch , on Saturday. The annual meeting will be held with election of officers for the coming year following the afternoon show on Saturday. Then in the evening a group dinner is planned to be held at Norma’s Kitchen at Tekon Truck Plaza on M-60 at exit off 1-69 in Tekonsha. The attendees will order their meals from the regular menu and will be seated in a Our Important Credit Store Do you know what .your credit score is? We all know, about our credit report, which tells our purchasing history. But many consumers in the Marshall area are not aware of an equally impor­ tant number, the credit score, which influences our finan­ cial future. Your credit score is a sin­ gle number that helps lenders, landlords, even employers decide how likely you are to pay your bills. It is based on an analysis of your credit report, which lists your debt and repayment his­ tory. Do you have any credit cards? A car loan? A student or bank loan in your name? A department store charge account? 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Each April Michigan cele­ brates Month of the Young Child® (MOYC®). This is a time when communities and individuals recognize the needs and rights of young children and their families. Since 1971, one week in April has been celebrated nationally as Week of the Young Child. In 1985, Michigan expanded the cele­ bration to the entire youth of April, with each week having a specific focus. Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children (MiAEYC) coordi­ nates the campaign with sup­ port from local and state organizations, businesses and public agencies. The 2005 MOYC® focus weeks are: Week 1 April 1-9 Celebrating Community Partnerships. Week 2 - April 10-16 Recognizing Early Childhood Professionals. Week 3 - April 17-23 Promoting Healthy Children and Families. Week 4 - April 24-30 Advocating on Behalf of Children and Families. Month of the Young Child® state wide activities include: • Purple Ribbon Campaign: Michigan’s citi­ zens show their support for young children and their families by wearing or dis­ playing a purple ribbon. • Doll Campaign: Life­ size, decorated and dressed cardboard dolls, with true stories attached, are distrib­ uted to state legislators and community leaders to encourage their support of children and families. • Child Care Job Shadow Day(s), various days in April: Community Leaders “work” in child care centers or with home providers to experience, first hand, the complexities and skills involved in the child care profession. • Early hildhood Professional Recognition Week: April 10-16. During this week, please take time to recognize and to thank the many dedicated people who educate and care for young children. • Kite Day(s), various days in April. 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Call �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 12 BOARD, continued from page 7 project?” said White. “I did­ n’t put in the time you did, but I had meetings to go to, I had time to put in.” Changing the topic, Loma Wilson said that she had looked into outsourcing the assessor’s work and was told, “It could be done for a minimum of $14,000 to a maximum of $15,000, so I don’t think that for the $15,280 that he had pro­ posed, I don’t think that’s out of line.” Wiggins commented, “When I look at these num­ bers, any right thinking indi­ vidual has got to question these numbers as being unreasonable, especially when you look back. I will buy into a little bit of the increase a couple of years ago, but... you will continue to multiply as you go down the road. It will never be less. It will always be more.” Trustee Jerry Reese said the board did a lot of research into what goes into running the additional elec­ tions when coming up with the clerk’s salary. Wiggins then asked, “Did anybody look to compare, what the compound growth complained about the asses­ rate is for the rest of the sor right along, but it was townships in the county? I’m explained to me is that the picking numbers out of the supervisor can serve as the air here, but are we com­ assessor. That is one thing, if pounding at 20% while we change supervisors dur­ everybody else is com- ing my tenure, I would like tb bid it (the assessor’s pounding at 10%?” “We’re throwing numbers duties). But the assessor’s around,” said DeMond. “I rate went up right about the got the budget from 10 years rate of inflation. In 1995 it ago when I started on the was $12,500 today it’s pro­ board. In 1997-1998 our jected to be $15,400, that’s budget was $148,000 and roughly what the rate of the board consumed 39% of inflation is. The clerk and that in wages and benefits. the treasurer are not in that Today in 2006, our budget is boat, they are over the rate $192,900 and we’re going to of inflation. I say let’s let it consume 31% Of that budg­ run a year before the raise et, of course the number is and that’s sort of my higher and our numbers are thought. But, you can’t make up a year for her if it’s a lot higher. “The compounding, I more work. If we put agree with you, that is a real $12,000 on her wages, she’s problem once this thing never going to get it off, so starts rolling down the hill; I’m oh a Catch-22 with but I took 2.5% inflation rate that.” “There are people in this over a 10-year period oftime and figured 25%,” he contin­ community who are in hard ued. “The wages are, figur­ way,” said Wiggins. “I have ing 2.5% for 10 years, we been very fortunate in my come out at just about the life, but there are other peo­ rate of inflation. The clerk ple here who have been not doesn’t fare well and that’s as fortunate and as some of very obvious. The assessor us have. I tell you it would surprised me because I have be very difficult for me to justify, in my mind, these Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 _____ ,_________ 06605333 ^Wl$ OF types of compound increasr es. Go down and talk to these people, go down to one of the restaurants on Saturday morning and ask them, ‘Would you like to get a 50% increase in your wages over the last few years?’ They’d jump up go out the door to work right then. I mean, there , are just some people that don’t have that. There are some who are fortunate, but not all of us are and you have to think about those people in the process of working through these numbers. There has to be a balance. “If I was swinging a ham­ mer over on a construction job, they didn’t get this kind of increase, I know they did­ n’t get this kind of increase, I would be asking, ‘Why them and not me?”’ he added. “You are creating a political problem for your­ selves.” Earl Wilson %said three years ago the Township Board did a study of what board members in similar sized townships in the area were receiving for wages. “At that point in time, the clerk here was making less than the Woodland Township clerk, there were a whole bunch of things... the reason the assessor’s came out the way it did was because there had not been a lot of increases over the pre­ vious five or six years and they tried to adjust it. When you throw that major adjust­ ment into a three-year period and compound it, it doesn’t look good and I agree with that. But I don’t know that I can say that what was done wasn’t justified,” he said. White asked if it was pos­ sible to add the $600 “bonus” for the clerk run­ ning extra elections later in the year. Loma Wilson said that it was possible. DeMond said that they discussed the salary adjust­ ments during the budget workshop and said that they tried to keep increase at the rate of inflation, “That’s the only way to keep things palatable,” he said. “The compounding issue is one that sticks in my craw, because if you start a snow­ ball at the top of a hill, once it starts, one revolution gen­ erates two revolutions and goes on forever,” he added. “With compounding pret­ ty soon you’re going to have a person earning $70,000 and you ask yourself, ‘what am I going to do? Am I going to fire that person? said Wiggins. “You’re a business and that is where you will get to if you make that kind of situation and it just eats you alive. It goes on and on and on.” “Is there any serious con­ sideration being given to the issue of the bonus being put on a line item for later in the year?” asked Kathy Wiggins. Cooley responded that it was possible. White asked how much money would need to be taken from the general fund to balance the budget as pro­ posed. Reese replied that $1,115 would come from the gener­ al fund. “Do we foresee a way to put that money back? I don’t want to see us go bankrupt as a township,” said White. “And I don’t want my taxes to skyrocket.” The public hearing was closed after an hour and 20 minutes of discussion. PRINCESS, continued from page 6 have gone from a couple of grow and become more sponsors and a lot of mone­ successful each year,” she tary support from the festi­ added. “It is definitely the val corporation to many, pageant where, ‘Every girl many sponsors and being walks away a winner!”’ able to just depend on the While Perez is the chair­ festival corporation for the person and originator of the savings bond. pageant, it has grown to “The moral support from need the support of 16 vol­ the corporation has always unteers this year, they are: been there, though I believe Kimberly Knoll, MC; some may have been a bit Nikki James, choreogra­ skeptical in the beginning. pher; three judges (to be If they were, I see no skep­ announced); Annah Perez, ticism now! It continues to Allison Oleson and Krissie Gilson, costume coordina­ tors; Jeff Miller, DJ; Elena Farias, curtains; McKensye Ancona, backstage assis­ tant; Gloria Sample, Jenna Denton and MacKenzye Corwin, refreshment servers; Barb James, seam­ stress; and Dina JamesCorwin, co-chairperson. The pageant is free to the public and there is no reserved seating for what has been a “standing room only” event for the first three years. The doors open at 4:45. The public is asked to line up outside prior to the doors opening because the candidates will be having their interviews with the judges until 4:40. Cookies and punch supplied by the parents of the candidates will be served during a short intermission. Embracing Michigan’s only venomous snake MAPLE VALLEY PRESCHOOLER Eastern Massauga Rattlesnake workshop (AU children ages 2 1/2 - 5 grs.) If your child will be 5 years old by Dec. 1st, call #52-946# (starting March I4tfr) for Kindergarten Roundup Registration. Please bring birth certificate 8r immunization records Special Pates: xa, April 12th, Ice Cream Sundaes 6:15-7 pm 7pm Kindergarten Parent Orientationiand Story Hour at Fuller Street Elementary If your child will be 4 yrs. old by Dec. 1st, call #52-2075 (starting March 14th) 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 March 14th) for information about Pre-•primary** Services. 06603556 Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, an ecological edu­ cation center located south of Hastings, is hosting an informative workshop on Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The focus of the workshop will teach participants how to identi­ fy, respect, and co-exist with eastern massasauga rattlesnakes. The cost ofthe workshop is $3 for mem­ bers of Pierce Cedar Creek Institute and $5 for non­ members. Pre-registration is encouraged and may be done by calling 721-4472.The institute is located at 701 W. Cloverdale Road, Hastings, MI 49058. Chris Hoving of the Michigan DNR, and Kristin Wildman, a MSU Fisheries and Wildlife graduate stu­ dent, will share how to accurately identify an east­ ern massasauga rattlesnake by providing an overview of the creature’s basic biol­ ogy. Rebecca Christoffell, also a MSU graduate stu­ dent, will bring a massasauga snake along with sev­ eral other look-alike snakes to help with the identifica­ tion process. Workshop participants will also learn how they can create habitat for these snakes and how to discourage them for com­ ing into undesirable areas such as yards and patios. After lunch, Wildman will lead a hike on the Institute’s property where she is currently conducting research on this species. Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Servic 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-03 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06605544 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 12,2005 — Page 13 ’’k V, Local EMS board mulls possible reorganization SMSS ss;^ ss^ ss; •\* J ssSJJSS? Q '£ ns £x vhSk^sNi S iss '^x U Ux *L »J* '• s. 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There also were no addition­ al applications for the office manager’s position. Board member Mary Coll reported there were only three applicants for the assis­ tant coordinator position. She reported that of the three applicants for the assistant’s job, one declined the job after hearing the description, one didn’t feel 100% atten­ tion could be given to the job and the third was unavailable for an interview. So the assistant coordina­ tor’s post will remain unfilled until a suitable applicant can be found. Jeff Miller, who filled the post until Dec. 31, 2004, has stat­ ed that he was not interested in being reappointed due to issues at the EMS. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps * Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa The EMS has been going to move forward and plagued with personnel not keep treading water," problems and controversy said Wilson at the opening of over the past year, due to the discussion during the conflicts over scheduling, unfinished business portion personalities, lack of com­ of last week’s meeting. "We munication and the unautho­ have to list the issues that are rized application for and use facing us so we can prioritize of a credit card issued. them. We have a lot ofissues The board charged the hir­ that need to be resolved." ing committee to continue to Coll proposed that the look for and interview appli­ coordinator and assistant cants for the assistant coordi­ coordinator positions be nator’s position, while they eliminated and the duties considered the possibility of split up and reassigned to an restructuring the EMS. operations manager, medical "We need to fill these director, office manager and positions, restructuring will billing clerk, instructor, and take time and we can’t leave a person in charge ofmainte­ everything in limbo until we nance and repair. decide what we are going to "Right now all these jobs do," said board member fall on one person and you Frank Dunham. can’t expect one person to do Board secretary and treas­ all those jobs by them­ urer Loma Wilson last selves,” she said. month recommended that Board chairman Rod each board member work on a mission statement and draft a list of issues they feel is facing the EMS and bring The Kalamazoo them to last week’s meeting Symphony Orchestra pres­ for discussion. ents Mozart’s The Magic "We have to have a mis­ Flute on Saturday, April 30 sion statement if this EMS is at 8 p.m. in Miller Auditorium. Now in his sixth year with the KSO, Harvey is no stranger to opera. Currently the Music Director of the El Paso Opera, he conducts two Maple Valley fully-staged Operas each Elementary Menu year. The April 30th produc­ tion will be semi-staged with Wednesday, April 13 the orchestra in the back of Chicken nuggets, roll and the stage and the actors in the honey, mashed potatoes, front. raspberry sherbet, 1/2 pt. The Magic Flute combines milk. comic elements with lofty Thursday, April 14 Fuller Hungry Howies. philosophical goals. Part Pizza, tossed salad, fresh fairy tale, part morality play, fruit, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. this opera is a feast for the senses and a dazzling delight Friday, April 15 Taco, carrot sticks, apple­ of laughter, love, song, and sprites. “It’s a wonderful sauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. combination of fairy tale and Monday, April 18 Hot dog, baked beans, pear epic,” comments Harvey. halves, Goldfish, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, April 19 Chicken tenders, potato, orange wedges, graham crackers, 1/1 pt. milk. Crothers expressed concern that the EMS did not have the volunteers to fill all of those positions and couldn’t afford to pay people to assume those posts. There also was discussion among board members as to whether or not the operations manager and medical direc­ tor’s posts and other posi­ tions could or should be combined for convenience and to save the EMS money. "I’m not saying that we have to do all ofthese things, I’m just looking at ways we can take some of the respon­ sibility off of Ardie," said Coll. "We’re not trying to get rid of anybody, we’re just trying to spread the responsi­ bility around," added Wilson. "All this is just an idea. We’re not saying we’re KSO presents The Magic Flute SCHOOL MENUS The opera will be per­ formed in German, and real­ time translation will be run­ ning on a marquee above the stage. “We do an opera every other year, and it’s always a spectacular event,” says KSO Executive Director, Stacy Ridenour. “This year is no exception.” Concert tickets are $38, $28 and $18 for adults (half­ price for student/children) and Harvey’s Hideaway tick­ ets (balcony, general admis­ sion seating) are $5. Tickets may be purchased at all Miller Auditorium Ticket Office locations: phone 387­ 2300 or (800) 228-9858 or on the web at www.KalamazooSymphony. com. Student rush tickets are $7 (with valid student I.D.) on the evening of the perfor­ man going to do this; it’s just a start. We need to work toward solving our problems and this is just a start, it’s not going to happen overnight." In other business the board: • Approved the following salaries for the 2005 fiscal year beginning April 1: Coordinator, $5,200 per year, a $1,300 increase; assistant coordinator, $2,000 per year, an increase of $800; office manager $400 per month ($4,800 per year); and secretary and treasurer $400 per month ($4,800), an increase of $94.66. The board also discussed a pay increase for non-salaried pool and on-call personnel. • Amended the following budget line items for the 2004 fiscal year as follows: education, $2,506 from $2,500, an increase of $6; miscellaneous and other expenses, $3,722.49 from $2,900, an increase of 13476324 own home? Dreaming of Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, April 13 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sand­ wich. Choose Two - Garden salad, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Thursday, April 14 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, spaghettis, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Friday, April 15 Choose One - Quesadilla, chicken sandwich, pizza, country chicken bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, push-up, juice, milk. Monday, April 18 Choose One Wraps, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, apples, juice, milk. Tuesday, April 19 Choose One - Club sand­ wich, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, California blend veg., grape push-up, juice, milk. $822.49 due to an insurance company canceling a check for an ambulance run; legal fees, $19,219.16, an increase of $19,019.16 due to legal action taken by two employ­ ees who were dismissed ear­ lier in the year; and billing service, $13,677.37, up from $13,000, an increase of 677.37. • Heard a report from Reid who noted the EMS made 43 runs during March and spoke to the board about setting up a joint meeting with the Vermontville Township EMS to discuss an intergov­ ernmental agreement. • Approved a motion to approach township boards and the village council for funds to purchase a widebody system for stretchers at a cost of $1,200 to $2,000, that would allow the EMS to transport larger patients with less risk to both the patient and the EMS personnel. We can help Our friendly, knowledgeable loan officers will be happy to show you a variety of low down payment options that could make that dream come true! 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Thank you Girrbach Funeral Home for all of . the help making the arrangements. 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. $110 AMISH LOG BED w/ queen mattress. Complete, never used.. Must sell! (517)719-8062 Automotive 2001 CADILLAC SLS: silver exterior, gray leather interi­ or, power windows, power locks, heated seats (front & back), CD/tape player, Bose stereo system, Onstar sys­ tem. Excellent condition in­ side & out, regular mainte­ nance. Only 56,000 miles. You don't n't want want to to miss miss this this deal. Asking $18,750 rare obo. Call (269)948-0502. Business Services HANDY MAN SERVICES: home complete repair, decks, garages, additions, concrete, window cleaning. Chuck, (517)852-0224 Household $100 PILLOWTOP QUEEN mattress set (in plastic). Pets Brand new, never used! OBEDIENCE CLASS start-King, $150. 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VERY NICE 1 & 2 bedroom apartments in Vermontville. All utilities included. No pets. (517)543-6643 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 (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Decedent’s Estate FILE NO. 05-24252-DE Estate of Rosalie Boylan, Deceased. Date of Birth: August 27,1927. TO ALL CREDITORS: NOTICE TO CREDITORS: The decedent, Rosalie Boylan, Deceased, who lived at 1626 Pinehill Drive, Hastings, Michigan died March 2, 2005. Creditors of the decedent are notified that all claims against the estate will be forever barred unless presented to Bonnie J. Bauser, named personal repre­ sentative or proposed personal representative, or to both the pro­ bate court at 220 W. Court Street, Ste. 302, Hastings, Ml 49058 and the named/proposed personal representative within 4 months after the date of publication of this notice. March 28, 2005 Warner Norcross & Judd LLP Arnie L. Vanover P63286 111 Lyon St. N.W., Ste. 900 Grand Rapids, Ml 49503-2487 (616) 752-2000 Bonnie J. Bauser 1626 Pinehill Drive Hastings, Ml 49058 . 06606778 AN ORDINANCE, granting to CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY, its successors and assigns, the right, power and authority to construct, maintain and commercially use electric lines consisting of towers, masts, poles, crossarms, guys, braces, feeders, transmission and distributor wires, trans­ formers and other electrical appliances on, under, along and across the highways, streets, alleys, bridges, waterways, and other public places, and to do a local electric business in the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period of thirty years. THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. GRANT TERM. The VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHI­ GAN, hereby grants the right, power and authority to the Consumers Energy Company, a Michigan corporation, its successors and assigns, hereinafter called the “Grantee,” to construct, maintain and commercially use electric lines consisting of towers, masts, poles, crossarms, guys, braces, feed­ ers, transmission and distribution wires, transformers and other electrical appliances for the pur­ pose of transmitting, transforming and distributing electricity on, under, along and across the high­ ways, streets, alleys, bridges, waterways, and other public places, and to do a local electric busi­ ness in the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period of thirty years. SECTION 2. CONSIDERATION. In consideration of the rights, power and authority hereby granted, said Grantee shall faithfully perform all things required by the terms hereof. SECTION 3. CONDITIONS. No highway, street, alley, bridge, waterway or other public place used by said Grantee shall be obstructed longer than necessary during the work of construction of repair, and shall be restored to the same order and condition as when said work was commenced. All of Grantee’s structures and equipment shall be so placed on either side of the highways as not to unnecessarily interfere with the use thereof for highway purpose. All of Grantee’s wires carrying electricity shall be securely fastened so as not to endanger or injure persons or property in said highways. The Grantee shall have the right to trim trees if necessary in the conducting of such busi­ ness, subject, however, to the supervision of the highway authorities. SECTION 4. HOLD HARMLESS. Said-Grantee shall at all times keep and save the Village free and harmless from all loss, costs and expense to which it may be subject by reason of the negli­ gent construction and maintenance of the structures and equipment hereby authorized. In case any action is commenced against the Village on account of the permission herein given, said Grantee shall, upon notice, defend the Village and save it free and harmless from all loss, cost and damage arising out of such negligent construction and maintenance. SECTION 5. EXTENSIONS. Said Grantee shall construct and extend its electric distribution sys­ tem within said Village, and shall furnish electric service to applicants residing therein in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. SECTION 6. FRANCHISE NOT EXCLUSIVE. The rights, power and authority herein granted, are not exclusive. SECTION 7. RATES. Said Grantee shall be entitled to charge the Inhabitants of said Village for electric furnished therein, the rates as approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission, to which Commission or its successors authority and jurisdiction to fix and regulate electric rates and rules regulating such service in said Village, are hereby granted for the term of this franchise. Such rates and rules shall be subject to review and change at any time upon petition therefor being made by either said Village, acting by its Village Council, or by said Grantee. SECTION 8. REVOCATION. The franchise granted by this ordinance is subject to revocation upon sixty (60) days written notice by the party desiring such revocation. SECTION 9. MICHIGAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, JURISDICTION. Said Grantee shall, as to all other conditions and elements of service not herein fixed, be and remain subject to the reasonable rules and regulations of the Michigan Public Service Commission or its successors, applicable to electric service in said Village. SECTION 10. REPEALER. This ordinance, when, accepted and published as herein provided, shall repeal and supersede the provisions of an electric ordinance adopted by the Village on January 9, 1975, entitled: AN ORDINANCE, granting to CONSUMERS POWER COMPANY, its successors and assigns, the right, power and authority to construct maintain and commercially use electric lines consisting of towers, masts, poles, crossarms, guys, braces, feeders, transmission and distribution wires, transformers and other electrical appliances on, under, along and across the highways, streets, alleys, bridges and other public places, and to do a local electric business in the VILLAGE OF VER­ MONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, for a period of thirty years. and amendments, if any, to such ordinance whereby an electric franchise was granted to Consumers Energy Company. SECTION 11. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect upon the day after the date of publication thereof, provided, however, it shall cease and be of no effect after thirty days from its adoption unless within said period of the Grantee shall accept the same in writing filed with the Village Clerk. Upon acceptance and publication hereof, this ordinance shall constitute a contract between said Village and said Grantee. We certify that the foregoing Franchise Ordinance was duly enacted by the Village Council of the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN, on the 7th day of April, 2005. Douglas Kelsey, Village President Attest: Shirley Harmon, Village Clerk 06607142 till 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. orroirTWiiTT 06571010 uytlu hr Maple Valley Xtvs Attiti-iis! �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. April 12. 2005 — Page 16 QUEEN, continued from page 1 Dhanielle Tobias and her family her father Tim, mother Pam, sister Micah, and brother Austin, (submitted photo) Dhanielle Tobias with her two new show heifers she's going to show this year at the Barry County Fair, along with her steers. (Photo by Pam Tobias) When she’s not busy preparing for the syrup festi­ val, studying to maintain the GPA that has kept her on the honor roll every year, or investigating her college options, Tobias keeps busy with a variety of extracurricu­ lar activities besides 4-H and the FFA. Her other activities include: National Honor Society (NHS), serving as secretary for student council, prom committee, weight lift­ ing, cross-country, and track, she was also a member of the equestrian team, and the bas­ ketball cheerleading and com­ petitive cheerleading teams during her sophomore year. Despite her involvement in so many sports and activities, it is track that has remained a constant in her extra-curricu­ lar activities through herjun­ ior and high school career. Tobias said she has run cross­ country since she was in fifth grade and track since junior high school. "I love to run, I practice almost all year round. I do winter track to train for track in the spring. I run in the sum­ mer too, but most of my time is taken up with the fair," she said. "I have a younger brother, Austin, and an older sister, Micah, who’s 19 and study­ ing business at Lansing Community College. She used to pick on me, saying I copied her because I would join track, FFA or whatever else she was in," she added. "I’m older now and I do a lot of stuff that she’s never done. I like to sing and dance and be in plays, which she has never done." At the Revue, Tobias had a role in "How to Succeed in Business" and played the lead in "The Wizard of Oz." In addition to her sports and other activities Tobias baby sits for various families all year long and works each summer for her grandfather and father, helping to install fences for Tobias High Tensile Fence. "I pull wire and staple the wire to the posts. It’s hard work but I like being outside all the time and working with my grandpa and my dad," she said. However, this summer Tobias will be taking a little time off from her work with her father and grandfather and preparing for the Barry County Fair so she can repre­ sent Vermontville in parades across the state. "I can’t wait to do more stuffwith the other girls in the court and go to all the parades and represent Vermontville. I feel very proud to represent Vermontville," she said. Dhanielle Tobias with all of her trophies she has won from the Barry County Fair for the past 12 years. (Photo by Pam Tobias) It’s time to think of Spring Improvement! Prestique® High Definition ELK® Premium Roofing Premium Roofing 7 Colors In Stock to Choose From ~ 30 Year Warranty ~ SJKOO Dhanielle Tobias wearing her varsity coat. All of the medals are just from ninth and 10th grade, two years of cross-country and two years of track. per square * FROST iHOMSTOWNj TH LUMBER & HARDWARE 06606923 Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service 219 S. State in Nashville I517-852-0882 Free Estimates www.hometownlumber.com 06605624 (616) 374-7595 (517)852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-04-19.pdf 8457248e88ff520116c2c71314200b44 PDF Text Text HASTINGS LIC LIBRARY 121 URCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 I I -s?«/«.■ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 16, April 19, 2005 A local paper oftoday! 65th annual Maple Syrup Festival is this weekend The Glen Erin Bagpipe band entertains festival goers in front of the festival stage in downtown Vermontville. (File photo) by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The trees have been tapped, the sap collected and boiled and made into pure maple syrup, and a variety of other products, and now it’s time to celebrate. This weekend, Friday, April 22, through Sunday, April 24, is the village of Vermontville’s 65th annual Maple Syrup Festival, which promises to offer something for the whole family. “As always the festival is a very family-oriented event. They can come and spend the whole day and enjoy free music and entertainment at the festival stage downtown and they can walk around see the historic buildings, the exhibits at the Historical Society, visit the and petting zoo,” said Gene Fisher, pres­ ident of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation, which sponsors the annual event. “Every year the festival seems to grow and get bigger and bet­ ter because volunteer partici­ pation is increasing and we have people stepping for­ ward with new ideas and events.” One of the hew events at The “Cow Racing Team” was a crowd favorite during the festival’s Grand Parade in past years. (File photo) this year’s festival is a flea market, which will be set up Methodist Church, so 30 per­ in the alley behind Kenyon cent of the profits will bene­ Sales on Main Street from 10 fit youth programs at the a.m. to. 7 p.m. Saturday and church.” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Booths are still available. Organizer Lydia Anyone interested in setting McCauley said, “We have up a booth can contact 40, ten-by-ten-foot booths McCauley at (517) 726available, and so far we have 0633. vendors selling soft story­ Events books, custom T-shirts, cus­ The festival officially tom belt buckles, new close­ begins at 6:30 p.m. Friday, out merchandise from retail with greetings, introductions stores, hemp jewelry and and the presentation of the body oils. The festival cor- 2005 Vermontville Maple poration is splitting the prof- Syrup Festival Queen and its from the flea market with her court, followed by the the Vermontville United annual talent show on the Four girls make up 2005 queen’s court Samantha Maloney The 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen’s Court is the largest in recent history, with four girls to help this year’s queen, Dhanielle Tobias, represent the village of Vermontville and its maple syrup products during the 65th annual Maple Syrup Festival this weekend. The members of this years court, all juniors at Maple Amanda Kirchhoff Valley High School, are: Pamela Cook, daughter of Rex and Deborah Cook of Vermontville, who had no hands-on experience. with sap collection or syrup making until this year, when she was invited to Merle and Marlene Martin’s sugar shanty in Sunfield to learn about the process. Though the queen and her court are only required to Pamela Cook attend the Vermontville Maple Syrup festival and appear in its Grand Parade, Cook said she would also like to represent Vermontville in parades in other communities, talk with newspaper reporters and hand out flyers promoting Vermontville and its pure maple syrup products. Cook’s extracurricular activities include playing Nicolette Dunn volleyball when she was in seventh, eighth and ninth grades and playing Powder Puff football during Homecoming Week. In her spare time she likes to hang out with her family and friends, attend tractor shows and go camping with her family. Nicolette Dunn, daughter See QUEEN, page 2 festival stage downtown. The annual arts and crafts show, one of the largest in the state, will return to Maplewood Elementary, where venders will sell a variety of handcrafted items, including handmade soaps and lotions, wood and fabric crafts, country decor and more. The arts and crafts show will be open from 10 a.m to 7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. For many people the high­ light of the festival is the Grand Parade, which steps off downtown at 2 p.m. Saturday. The theme of this year’s parade is, “Maple Syrup- Nature’s Greatest Show on Earth.” Earlier in the day, at 11 a.m., festival attendees can get a “sneak preview” of the afternoon’s parade as some of the youngest citizens in Vermontville and the sur­ rounding area get to strut their stuff in the children’s parade, which features the same theme. Before, between and after Saturday’s parades the festi­ val stage will be the site for free entertainment including music by the Maple Valley Jazz band, the official crowning of the 2005 Queen Dhanielle Tobias by 2004 Queen Andrea Szymanski, the Maple Valley High School choir, the Glen Erin Bagpipe Band, David Dickerson, and Bitgood Brothers. There will also be an egg toss for children ages 10 and younger and the Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull. On Sunday, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., entertainment will be provided by Don Dowland, followed by the 2005 Little Miss Syrup Princess performing her tal­ ent, an arm wrestling compe­ tition, the winners from the talent show, and another egg toss and other games. The 2005 Little Miss Syrup Princess will be selected during the pageant, featuring 18 contestants from 7 to 9 years of age, at 5 p.m. Saturday in the Vermontville Opera House on South Main Street. The girls will partici­ pate in two group numbers based on the contests, “Vermontville Revisits the Roaring ’20s,” theme, pres­ ent a talent such as song or dance, answer a question See FESTIVAL, page 6 In This Issue • LCC international students learn all about maple syrup • Maple Syrup Festival Corp, will honor former members • Lions manage one win in week filled with 35 errors • Lions miss first in only 4 events at LHS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 2 QUEEN, continued from page 1 activities include ballet, cheerleading, soccer and playing the flute. Her hob­ bies include crafts such as making a purse, belt and even a dress out of duct tape. Amanda Kirchhoff, is the daughter of Karen and Herb Kirchhoff of Vermontville said she has always wanted to be a part of the festival as the queen or a member of the court since she was young and her baby-sitter, Tammy Mason-Mockridge, was a member of the court. “I love the festival and all festivities,” she said. “I feel it is an integral part of our town ands its her­ itage.” Kirchhoff has collected sap with the village and been on a tour of Maple Manor many times. “I love to bring new people there during tapsaid ping time,” Kirchhoff. extracurricular Her activities include band, drama, musicals, Model UN and volunteering at her church. Kirchhoff also enjoys reading and hang­ ing out with her friends. Samantha Maloney is the daughter of Ronald and Bettina Maloney of Vermontville, used to live on the Corey farm on North Ionia Road, where she used to watch them tap trees and collect the sap for boiling. Though she never had the opportunity to the view the actual boiling process, she has toured Maple Manor to learn about the process. “I would really like to learn more about maple syrup because it interests me and seems like a great thing to be a part of or even represent,” she said. of Shelly Smith and Monnie Dunn, learned about maple syrup pro­ duction when she was 10 years old and her family took a trip to the Fenner Nature Center. Dunn said that she would like to get young girls interested in one day becoming syrup queen, or a member of the court, by showing them how fun it can be. “I’m very outgoing and enthusiastic in everything I do,” she said. Dunn’s extracurricular Youth football Bookmark contest winners announcedleague meeting Each year during "March is Reading Month" Fuller Street Elementary School in set for April 27 Nashville holds a bookmark contest to promote reading. The winners of this year's contest are (front row, from left) Sam Bonney, Emma McGIockin, Brittany Gilton, Shelbi Snowden, (back row, from left) Dominique Visser, Jaci Hienze, Adam Schantz, Bailey Weiler, Austen Rood, Sequoya Fighter and Hannah Hammond. Save money with our multi-policy discount! The Maple Valley Youth Football League’s regular board meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. April 27 in the Maple Valley High School cafeteria. For more information, call 726-0491. hen you insure your car and home or mobile home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholders can earn even greater savings. Contact our agency today! ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ■ ThiNoflMmfa>/A,‘ 06607774 TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 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 Someone 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 ......... ....... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... .................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... ................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 Church Service........................ 9 a.m. Sunday School........ 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) a . | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH .8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 mi. south ofNashville) 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................... 11 a.m. E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 6 p.m. 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) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service................................... 6 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m m. Sunday Schoo 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Members Members of the Nashville Classic and Antique Car Club are churches, encouraging scout troops and other community organizations to take part in the fifth annual Nashville and Area Merchants Classic and Antique Car Show, which is slated for 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, at Riverside park in downtown Nashville. “We’d love to have more community groups get involved by setting up booths during the show to raise money for their organization, said Ruth Hickey, one of the events organizers. She also noted that each year the event draws an average of 200 automobiles for display and hundreds of spectators Booths of any size with electric hook-up are available for $25. For more information or to reserve a booth, call Hickey at (517) 852-0925. Call for Classifieds 269-945-9554 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH . IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville FATHER MIKE STAFFORD QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Sunday Schoo ........ 9:45a.mW.orship........... 11 a.m. A.M. Service.................................. 11 PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT P.M. Service................................... 7 (616) 945-9392 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE Nashville car show booths still available Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. . PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Maloney plays center­ field in softball for Maple Valley High School. In the middle of herjunior varsi­ ty season she was moved up to the varsity team. “That was a big accom­ plishment in my sopho­ more year,” said Maloney. Besides playing soft­ ball, Maloney’s hobbies include spending time with her friends, reading, fishing and hunting. 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 Rt. Rev, David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV DAVin Hl iRTiA/ink 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry �The heMaple MapleValley ValleyNews, News,Nashville, Nashville,Tuesday, Tuesday,April April19,2005 19,2005— Page age3 3 - .K LCC international students learn all about maple syrup \\ s§s > >§§» »ss >» S %hS hS ss JJ^S «zs «z l. Members of Lansing Community College’s International Group pose for a photo with members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation and Syrup Festival Queen Dhanielle Tobias and court members Nicole Dunn and Amanda Kirchhoff. (Photo by Pam Tobias) MS MS l J’Sil'* Gene Fisher explains the process of making maple syrup to students from the Lansing Community College International Group. (Photo by Pam Tobias) Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation President Gene Fisher and Vice President Steve Hayes gave a demonstration last Sunday on how to make maple syrup to the Lansing Community College International Group. Some of the visiting stu- dents were from Africa, Tobias, along with court Jerusalem, Korea and Japan. members Amanda Kirchhoff Gerald Lundstrum, one of and Nicole Dunn answered the oldest syrup producers, questions, showed them the with 70 plus years of experi­ float they were working on. Afterward, everyone ence, talked about how they used to collect syrup and the enjoyed pancakes with fresh different ways to boil it. maple syrup at the First Vermontville Maple Congregational Church in Syrup Queen Dhanielle Vermontville. * "•% ■*WUtei Uiiiatfjal fattening ItaiM&li^ w »i'iiirtfcc tai UshsBii th tatei^ittart AMEiffi B SHamm ifcc Iditai' ■ K® ’Hitt IB JBBjJ ■IfCfM* iuw i * Hi jjfttofl ■•I•"'" »»* W* ** <SS c.«i•i » **^ *5/jJ 5 */jJ’’1 cii International students from Lansing Community College eat pancakes topped with fresh maple syrup with members of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation. (Photo by Pam Tobias) Spaghetti dinner to aid dance team Center Stage Dance The eight-member dance Studio of Woodland will team, comprised of girls 9 to have a spaghetti dinner, auc­ 18 years old from Hastiiigs, tion, 50/50 raffle and dance Nashville, Vermontville, exhibition at 5:30 p.m. Lake Odessa and the sur­ Friday, April 22, at the St. rounding area will travel to Edwards Family Center in New York City in July to Lake Odessa. attend “Steps on Broadway” There is no cover charge, at the Broadway Dance but donations will be accept­ Center, where they will take ed to help defray the cost of classes from professionals the Center Stage dance who have taught stars how to team’s upcoming trip to New dance. While they are in New York, they will also York City. !>/ *X! * u*S i ' $ jJJ >7? f Qiana’s Qfcce W' The Place to Gofor Professional Styling xTx MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday xT S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. ■ zmmuvuao 1-517-852-9481 x attend the Broadway produc­ tion of Walt Disney’s “The Lion King.” The spaghetti dinner which will include salad, garlic bread, dessert and bev­ erage will be served begin­ ning at 5:30. At 6:30, there will be a dance exhibition performed by the dance team, as well as some of the younger students from Center Stage. After the dance exhibition, at approximately 7:30, there will be both a silent and reg­ ular auction with Bill Wilson serving as auctioneer. Items to be auctioned include 10 lbs. of New York strip steaks, golf at Centennial Acres, a sign from Sanderson Signs, dance classes at Center Stage Dance Studio and more. For. more information, call Kelly Sanderson (616) 374-’ 7991. Gene Fisher, president of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Corporation listens as Gerald Lundstrum, one of the corporation’s oldest producers, talks about how sap used to be collected and different methods used to boil it into maple syrup. (Photo by Pam Tobias) MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS POSITION OPENINGS Part-time Custodian - Kellogg Education Center Hours: 7:00-11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Part-time Custodian - Maplewood School Hours: 5:00-11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Duties: Cleaning of buildings, grounds care Rate of pay: Per Master Agreement Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED - 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 Kim Kramer, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by Friday, April 29,2005. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 4 Maple Syrup Festival Corp.will honor former members Leo Malcuit by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer There will be no grand marshal leading the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival’s Grand Parade Saturday after­ noon. Instead the Maple Syrup Festival corpora­ tion has chosen to honor Hildred Kelsey-Peabody, Wayne Pennock and Leo Malcuit, three former members who died during the past year. “We had originally planned to honor only Hildred this year, but after we sent the brochures and fliers in for printing, we lost Wayne and Leo, but we want to make sure we honor them too,” said Gene Fisher, president of the syrup festival corporation. “They all contributed a lot to the corporation over the years and they will be greatly missed.” Hildred KelseyPeabody, a former local teacher and counselor and long-time member of the syrup festival corporation, died in March 2004. During her tenure with the corporation she served as the chairwoman of the children’s parade, the festival program and queens committee, and was the founder and chairwoman of the arts and crafts show. In the early days of the festival, she was named its first and only “Indian Princess.” She was named the festival’s Honored Citizen in 1997 in recognition of her more than 50 Historical Society and serving on various com­ mittees,” said Fisher. “She was always doing whatever she could for her community.” Wayne Pennock, who died earlier this year, joined the corporation in 1957 and was a trustee for several years. Wayne and his wife, Marian, were honored as grand marshals for the 49th Grand Parade. “He helped with several programs and was instrumental in building the festival stage and Maple Manor and was what I call one of our ‘premier’ syrup producers,” said Fisher. “Leo Malcuit and his wife, Mary, were some of our earliest producers and were very active for 40 years until he got out of the syrup business in 1993,” said Fisher. Leo and Mary were Honored Citizens during the 61st annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. Reading poster contest winners named Fuller Street Elementary School In Nashville has a poster design contest each year to promote reading during March, which has been dubbed "Reading Month." This year's poster contest winners are (front row, from left) Beakah Mater, Kadin Mclntrye, Rachael Ruedisueli, Bailey Weiler, Iva Weiler, (second row) Jordan Woodman, Megan Bonney, Hunter Hilton, Hadley Joppie and Micah Bromley. Zandra Siple is absent from the photo. Root-Wiggs * Our ramify 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 (517)852-9712 > 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels * Fami’y <>wper/Ma*a8er Mike and Vicki Root of Vermontville and Jim and Beverly Wiggs of Houlka, Miss, announce the engagement of their children, Jamie Root and Jim Wiggs Jr. The bride-elect is a graduate of Maple Valley High School. She is employed by American Eagle Outfitters in Lansing. The prospective bridgegroom is a graduate of Houlka High School. He is stationed in Twenty Nine Palms,. Calif, with the United States Marine Corps, awaiting deploymem. Commission 5d[IU COQIliU on Aging Schedule of Events “They were all very active in the corporation and we’ll take some time during the opening on Commission of Aging Friday night to remember Cold Meal them and highlight what Wednesday, April 20 each of them did for the Roast beef with cheese, festival over the years,” garbanzo bean salad, peaches, said Fisher. “Like I said, whole wheat bread. Thursday, April 21 they will be missed.” Ham salad spread, broccoli raisin salad, applesauce, white bread. Friday, April 22 Turkey pasta salad, cole slaw, mandarin oranges. Monday, April 25 California Reuben spread, Maple Valley pea and cheese salad, fruited Elementary Menu jello, rye bread. Tuesday, April 26 Wednesday, April 20 Meatloaf sandwich, pickled Cheesie bread stick, beets, pineapple, whole wheat spaghettios, apple, blue rasp- bread. berry juice bar, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, April 21 Hearty Meals Site and M.W. Hungry Howies. HDM Noon Meal Pizza, tossed salad, fruit Wednesday, April 20 cocktail, cracker pack, 1/2 pt. Zitta w/Italian sausage, milk. broccoli, winter squash, cake. Friday, April 22 Thursday, April 21 1/2 day of school. No lunch Sliced turkey w/gravy, served. mashed potatoes, diced beets, Monday, April 25 peaches, dinner roll. Chicken sandwich, tator Friday, April 22 tots, peaches, fortune cookie. Tuna noodle casserole, Tuesday, April 26 California blend, waxed Hot pocket, whole kernel beans, plums. com, grape push-up, crack­ Monday, April 25 ers, 1/2 pt. milk. Unstuffed peppers, cauli­ flower, com, sweet treat. Tuesday, April 26 Maple Valley Chicken and dumplings, Secondary Lunch carrots, Brussels sprouts, Wednesday, April 20 fresh apple. Choose One Double Events dogs, pizza, chicken sandWednesday, April 20 wich, burger bar. Choose Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 Two - Garden salad, carrot a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 sticks, pear halves, juice, p.m.; nails; Music with milk. Charlie. Woodland, Thursday, April 21 Puzzle/Trivia. Choose One - Spaghetti, Thursday, April 21 cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ Choose Two - Garden salad, 11:30 a.m.; Cancer Support 1 whole kernel com, fruit cock­ p.m.; Caregiver’s Support 6 tail, juice, milk. p.m. Delton, Puzzle/Trivia. Friday, April 22 Nashville TV time. 1/2 day of school. No Friday, April 22 - Hastings, lunch served. bingo. Nashville, Nashville 5 Monday, April 25 11:30 a.m. Woodland, Happy Choose One Chicken days Luncheon. rings, chicken sandwich, Monday, April 25 pizza, salad bar. Choose Two Hastings, Music with Sam, - Garden salad, scalloped Card Making, 12:30-2:30 potatoes, peaches, juice, p.m.; Beading 5 p.m. H,W,N, milk. Reminiscence Center. Tuesday, April 26 Tuesday, April 26 Choose One - Club sand­ Hastings - Board games 10­ wich, pizza, cheeseburger, 11:30 a.m.; Line Dancing taco bat. Choose Two - 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Haircuts 10 California a.m.Garden ’salad, a.m.-2 p.m.; Red e Hat at 1 p.m.; blend ^«g„ grape push-up, Morehouse Kids; Kinship mi•*lk•. :' l■■i■•t< Care 7 pjn. < ir? SCHOOL MENUS �The Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, April p 19,2005 , — Page g 5 America Celebrates the Silver Anniversary of National Crime Victims' Rights Week Justice IsnI Served Until Crime Victims Are”! Twenty-five years ago, President Ronald W. Reagan declared the first National Crime Victims’ Rights Week to pay tribute to crime victims and to recognize the devastating impact of violence on individuals, communities, and our nation as a whole. In proclaiming the first National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in 1981 and then establishing the President’s Task Force on Victims of Crime, he stat­ ed, “Our commitment to criminal justice goes far deeper than our desire to punish the guilty or to deter those considering a lawless course. Our laws represent the collective moral voice of a free soci­ ety - a voice that articu­ lates our shared beliefs about the roles of civilized behavior. Both the obser­ vance of Crime Victims’ Rights Week and the cre­ ation of this Task Force are entirely consistent with principles that lie at the heart of our nation’s belief in freedom under law.” During the week of April 10 to 16, 2005, the 25th anniversary of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week will be observed our across nation by victims and survivors and the profession profession-­ als and volunteers who assist assist them. them. This This year year’’ss theme - “Justice Isn’t Served Until Crime Victims Are” - empha­ sizes the importance of providing support and assistance to victims as a critical and core component ofjustice in America. Since 1981, the field of victims’ rights and servic­ es has contributed to many accomplishments that enhance individual and community safety. Today, there are over 10,000 jus­ tice system and community-based programs that inform and educate vic­ tims about their rights, and provide supportive services to help them cope with the physical, emo­ tional, financial and spiri­ tual impact of crime. Over 32,000 laws have been passed at the state and federal levels that define and protect victims’ rights including constitutional amendments in 32 states, including Michigan. Comprehensive responses and programs have also been created that ensure a CALENDAR OF EVENTS Apr. 19-30 Apr. 20 Apr. 21 Apr. 23 Apr. 28 May 1-31 May 2 rar Extension office will be periodically closed during lunch, please call ahead. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m, Extension Office. Babysitting Class, Session 2, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Delton Library. Fair Board meeting rescheduled, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Extension office will be periodically closed during lunch, please call ahead. Mandatory Fair Meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. All clubs must send a representative for this meeting. sensitive and effective response to victims of domestic and international terrorism and mass vio­ lence. In America today, vic­ tim service programs offer a wide range of services that include crisis intervention, counseling, safety planning, and advocacy throughout the criminal or juvenile justice system; and state victim compensation programs help victims recover from the many costs associated with criminal victimization. According to John W. Gillis, Director of the Officer for Victims of Crime within the Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice, “Anyone who is truly con­ cerned about justice should also be concerned that victims and survivors are treated with dignity and compassion, educated about their rights under law, and offered services to help them cope in the aftermath of crime. Only when we consistently serve victims in our com­ munities are we truly serv­ ing justice.” John Hallacy, Calhoun County Prosecutor, notes that justice is continually served in Calhoun County through victim assistance programs that identify and address the immediate, as well as the short and long term, needs of crime vic­ tims and survivors. “Anyone who is victimized by crime can receive information about their rights, and the many serv­ ices available to assist them,” Hallacy said^ “If you or someone you know is a victim of a crime, we can help. Or if you’d like to volunteer for victims, many opportunities ’ are available.” Here in Michigan a number of special activities have been planned to commemorate the Silver Anniversary of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month. Included are: a business luncheon hosted by the Crime Victims’ Rights Unit of the Calhoun County Prosecutor’s Office to bring awareness regarding the emotional and financial impact of cringe; Sexual Assault Services of Calhoun County will host an evening with Sue Silverman, an award-win­ ning author and survivor of sexual abuse on April 13, 2005 at the Binda Auditorium on the cam­ pus of Kellogg Community College; and Representative William Van Regenmorter and the Crime Victim Foundation will be hosting the 14th Annual Awareness and Recognition Program on April 13, 2005 at 6 p.m. on the first floor of the State Capitol Building Rotunda in Lansing. Members of our com­ munity are encouraged to join crime victims and those who serve them in commemorating National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 10-16. For additional information about the Silver Anniversary of National Crime Victims’. Rights Week, crime victim assis­ tance, or volunteer oppor­ tunities, please contact the Crime Victims’ Right Unit of the Calhoun County Prosecutor’s Office at 969-6944. Maplewood announces Students of Month Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville picks one student each month in fourth through sixth grades as students of the month. This month they are (from left) Cody Wilmath, fourth grade; Maci Morehouse, fifth grade; and Amber Todd, sixth grade. Dreaming of owning your own home? Sugar Jiut Cafe We can help Welcomes back the Vermontville JHaple Syrup festival! Stop in Festival Weekend for good food and ice cream Syrup Festival Week Hours: • Mon., April 18,h & Tues., April 19* 7 am-2 pm & 5pm-9pm • Wed., April 20* - Friday, April 22nd 7 am-9 pm • Saturday, April 23rd 8 am - 9 pm • Sunday, April 24th 8 am - 6 pm 517-726-0975 174 S. Main Street - Vermontville oswtts? Our friendly, knowledgeable loan officers will be happy to show you a variety of low down payment options that could make that dream come true! Register for our free homebuyers seminar on Tuesday, April 19,6:30 to 7:30 p.m. by calling 269-948-5579 s Ssl! mu For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad 066077141 Graphics (269) 945-9554 Hastings City Bank HCB Mortgage Company 150 W. Court Street • Hastings, MI 49058 269-945-2401 www.hastingscitybank.com Member FDIC �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 6 FESTIVAL, continued from page 1- The Maple Valley High School Marching Band provides music for the Grand Parade. (File photo) Maple Manor the syrup festival corporation’s own “sugar shanty.” All day Saturday and Sunday there will be blacksmith and woodworking demon­ strations, antique cars, the before a panel of judges and present a small gift to their “special person” in the audience. Of course, no trip to the festival would be com­ plete without a stop at R I A WRI■■Ip■F■ IIf/ fAl I III fF" \yI/ I lf I ft FFA petting zoo and vari­ ous displays. The Vermontville Historical Museum, locat­ ed in the town square in the building which was the village’s first school Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate MLS 227 N-MAIN ST”NASHV,LLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Broker, HMS’ • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR................ 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Call Jerry (CH-92) 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Home has lots of potential, across from park on city lot, plus “extra' lot Call Rick for more information. (N-101) VACANT PARCELS: JUST LISTED: LOT IN VER­ MONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. Call Homer. (VL-105) Hastings, perked building site, sur­ veyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Cali Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCED!! Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings “in the country". Great view, close to public hunting & fishing. Lots of birds 8r wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-89) For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 Festival-goers look at vintage automobiles on display in front of Maple Manor. (File photo) and church, will be open Friday from 3 to 5 p.m., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Mid America Shows will be on hand with rides, carnival games and con­ cessions throughout the festival. On Friday at 4 p.m., Mid America opens with a special $13 for all rides until 10 p.m., an offer that is repeated from 5 toll p.m. on Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. Open for lunch and dinner Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. > Cocktails Available Daily Lunch Features with Specialty Sandwiches and Salad I t*j£sr See FESTIVAL, next page S Alsofeaturing Ribs, Steaks and Pastas || by ChefTim Tyler comes lo Mulberry Gardens with 20 years of experience from the Lansing and Detroit areas •----- ---------- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 7 FESTIVAL, continued from previous page The crowning of the Maple Syrup Queen is a traditional highlight of the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. (2003 file photo) The arts and crafts sale draws crafts people and artisans from all over Michigan and from surrounding states. (File photo) Food The syrup festival just wouldn’t be the same without a tack of fresh hot pancakes smothered in fresh maple syrup, and the Vermontville American Church, located in the town square, also' will be offering barbecue chicken Saturday while across the comer the Congregational Church will serve roast beef dinners, sandwiches and barbecue cafeteria­ style on Saturday. Miscellaneous On Sunday morning at 11 a.m. the Congregational Church, 110 S. Main, the Methodist Church, 108 N. the Main and Bible Vermontville Church will hold services. Bus parking will be available at the Bible Church throughout the weekend and handicapped parking will be located on the north side of the Historical Museum and the Band Boosters will be at parking cars Maplewood School. Camping, sponsored by Ledge Loafers of Eaton County will be available at Maple Valley High School(517) 321-1105 or 627-2727 and (517) Mullican’s River Resort (313) 381-2668 or (517) 726-155& Legion, Lions Club and the Maple Valley Band Boosters will be on hand to make sure that there are plenty of the sweet treats to go around. For those who can’t Forever In Focus Photography Specializing in Wedding Photography Packages available for any size wedding and any size budget Other services available: • Outdoor photography for most needs • Outdoor senior pictures • Summer sports • Dance photos • Preschool pictures Patty Trumble/Owner Telephone: Voicemail: 517 726 0952 517-281-0674 E-mail: spshootinforthestars@yahoo.com 06607916 aple Leaf Tavern Welcomes you to the 165th annual Vermontville Syrup Festival Join in the fun Good, Karaokee B^Food Saturday the 23rd" from 9pm - 1 am 517-726^098 wait until Saturday morn­ ing to get their first dose of pancakes with maple syrup, the American Legion and Lions Club will serve pancakes and sausage from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the American Legion Hall located above the bank on Main Street. The Band Boosters start flipping and serving pan­ cakes at 6:30 a.m. Saturday at the Vermontville Township Fire Bam, located on the south end of the village. They will continue serv­ ing until 5:30 p.m. The American Legion and Lions will serve their pancakes and sausage from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Sunday the boosters will serve pancakes from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and the Lions and American Legion will serve them from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. For those who have had their fill of pancakes and sausage for the day, the Lions Club will be downtown serving barbecue chicken starting at 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. The First United Methodist Hickey - Priddy Annual Saturday, April 23 • 9:00 - 3:00 319 Sherman St. • Nashville Name Brand Men’s, Women’s & Children’s Clothing, Exercise Equiment and lots of miscellaneous!! �Juuosit vSuay “nAos A n udvueirtuisqevud iun i tuhive Maple Vvuan llevyj iNwevwvos” T• uevswdvauyj, April 19, 2005 — Page 8 ‘Godspell’ presentations planned at area churches The women of the village played by Kim Knoll (from left) Bethany Swift and Shanna Shoemaker provide lots of laughs for the play. The 1970 Broadway/Off Broadway musical “Godspell,” based of the Gospel of Matthew and written by Stephen Schwartz, will be per­ formed at area churches will donation will be taken and Lakewood High to defray the cost of the school at the end of April. production. The musical is set in a Amanda Wells, director of youth ministries at park in the 1980s. A con­ Central United Methodist temporarily dressing Jesus Church, is directing the Christ preaches through production and using tal­ parables and storytelling. ented actors and singers Wells has the actors using whose stage experiences all kinds of humorous include their own school’s shtik, including clowning, charades, productions and The pantomime, acrobatics, vaudeville, the Revue in Vermontville. Performances will be at Three Stooges and a Central United Methodist mimic of Darth Vader Church in Lake Odessa at from Star Wars saying to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, April Jesus “It’s your father.” The songs include “Day 24; Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church By Day,” “Prepare Ye The in Charlotte at 7:30 p.m. Way Of The Lord,” “Save Sunday, April 24; The People,” “Learn Your LeValley United Lessons Well,” “Bless Methodist Church on The Lord,” “All For The David Highway in Ionia Best,” “All Good Gifts,” County at 7:30 p.m. “Turn Back, O Man” and Wednesday April 27; “By My Side.” Lakewood High School at The pit music for the 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April Gospel rock songs uses a 28, Nashville United piano, drum, guitar and Methodist Church at 7:30 bass. The original cast includ­ p.m. on Friday, April 29 and Cental United ed Gilda Radner and Methodist Saturday April Martin Short. 30 at 7:30 p.m. A free- Supermarket Prices Effective: Wed., Apr. 20-Tues, Apr. 26, 2004 Fresh Jumbo Pork Spareribs Sweet Cantaloupe Medium Size Kim Knoll (left) playing a lady of the street, shares a scene with Jesus played by Jason Huynh. Ragu Spaghetti Sauce Coca-Cola Products (26 - 26.3 oz.); Rich & Meaty, Cheese Creations or Carb Options (16-25.5 oz.) 12 pack, 12 oz. can (plus deposit) 2/s8 999 Reed • Nashville • 852-1991 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Jesus as played by Jason Huynh (left) confronts Judas as played by Andy Patrick. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 9 Secretary Land, officials promote ‘Buddy Day’ to help boost number of names on donor registry Despite strides in organ transplantations, critical need for donors remains Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land today joined with officials to celebrate the tremendous strides made in the field of organ donation but emphasized that the cru­ cial need for organ donors continues to result in the loss of lives that could otherwise be saved. “Over the past year, we have increased the number of names on the donor registry by more than 100,000, bring­ ing the total to more than 840,000,” Land said. “While we are close to reaching the million mark and have given hope to hundreds of critical­ ly ill patients in need, there are roughly 2,700 Michigan residents still waiting for a lifesaving transplant. To help prevent the tragic loss of life, I encourage you to discuss organ donation with your friends and family, and add your name to the Michigan Organ Donor Registry.” Land made her comments while observing the Department of State’s annual “Buddy Day” during news conferences at Hurley Medical Center in Flint and William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. Joining Land were organ donor officials, physicians, transplant recipi­ ents and donor families, all of whom shared compelling stories about the benefits of organ and tissue donation. Buddy Day is an annual event in which Gift of Life Michigan and Michigan Eye-Bank volunteers meet with the public at Secretary of State branch offices to dis­ cuss the importance of organ donation. “Today We celebrate the most successful Buddy Day ever, with more than 280 Buddies and 130 Secretary of State branch offices participating,” Land said. “Michigan should be proud ofits role in promoting organ donation.” Land explained that 2004 was a record-breaking year for organ donation. The number of recovered organs was up 33 percent from the previous year. Gift of Life Michigan reported that 920 organs were recovered from 276 donors. Tissue dona­ tions, such as heart valves, corneas and skin, reached 748, up from the previous year. As a result, hundreds of Michigan residents, who once faced uncertain futures, now look forward to much healthier, happier lives. However, nearly 2,700 peo­ ple are still wanting for a transplant and about 14 will die each month because of a lack of donors. Tom Beyersdorf, Gift of Life Michigan executive director, accepted as execu­ tive proclamation marking April as Michigan Donate Life Month. “The success we see in Michigan’s organ donation efforts are a result of team­ work involving the Department' of State, the Legislature, donation advo­ cates, hospitals, donor fami­ lies and recipients,” Beyersdorf said. “Working together in support of the donor registry is the key to saving hundreds of lives each year in Michigan.” Recognition for outstand­ ing work in advancing the cause of organ donation was given to lung transplant recipient Sister Marie Sweeney of Detroit and the advocacy group Spreading Organ Donation Awareness ofFlint. Land presented each with a Shining Star award on behalf of the Department of State, commending them for their dedication. The Secretary also applauded recent legislative initiatives that would allow residents to have a heart insignia placed on the front of their driver’s licenses or state identification cards, immediately indicating the person’s intent to be an organ and tissue donor. Information about the Department of State’s online donor enrollment program is available at www.Michigan.gov/sos. In addition to online enroll- ment, donor cards are avail­ able at all branch offices and are mailed with every dri­ ver’s license and state identi­ fication card. Gift of Life Michigan is the state’s certified, full­ service organ recovery organization. It acts as an intermediary to provide edu- cation resources about organ donation for donors, recipi­ ents, physicians and hospital staff. For more information about organ donation, con­ tact the Gift of Life Michigan at 1 -800-4824881. Charlton Park’s Corvette Celebration Observes 17th Anniversary May 15 Historic Charlton Park Village,, Museum and Recreation Area in Hastings, will host the largest one day Corvette Show east of the Mississippi River. The 17th Annual Corvette Show and Swamp Meet will be held on Sunday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy Ulis unique form of American workmanship,, as more than 300 Corvettes of different models, are proudly displayed. Admire all the ‘vettes and then, vote for your favorite. A Best of show trophy will be awarded to the most admired corvette. Trophies will be awarded to corvettes in 11 classes. Spectators will be able to vote for the People’s Choice Trophy car and a Club Participation cash award will cational standards of NAS- be presented. Dash plaques BLA, the C Nationalwill be given to the first 300 the Association of State Boating Law Administrators, and fea­ tures a final examination as required by Michigan Law. To be eligible, students must be at least 12 years of age any time during the boat­ ing season. Call Jerri Nesbitt at 543­ 3512, extension 390, or 372­ 8217, extension 390 to regis­ ter. cars, and door prizes and goody bags will be available for all Corvette Exhibitors. Registration for Show cars is $10 and includes admis­ sion fee for passenger. An open swap meet will feature corvettes parts, auto parts, arts and crafts, and a flea market. Spaces measuring 15 feet wide by 30 feet deep are still available for $15 each. This event is co-sponsored by the Corvette Club of Battle Creek. Proceeds from the show go to local chari­ ties. For more information, contact Historic Charlton Park at 945-3775 or visit www.charltonpark.org. Historic Charlton Park is. located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M­ 79 between Hastings and Nashville. Free boating safety classes scheduled Eaton County Sheriff nautical rules, regulations Mike Raines has announced and courtesies of the water. free boating safety classes All are subject to the same will be conducted May 2, 3 ■forces of nature while boat­ and 4; May 23, .24 and 25; ing. June 6, 7 and 8 and June 20, “As boating is often a fam­ 21 and 22. ily activity, the course is of Classes will be held from 6 value to all members of a to 8:30 p.m. each night in the boating family,” Raines said. Sheriff Department’s train­ Qualified and experienced ing room, 1025 instructors provide instruc­ Independence Blvd., tion as a public service. There is never a charge for Charlotte. This is a course for all instruction. While the con­ boaters, the personal water­ tent of the student manual craft operator; the hunter or serves as the basis for this fisherman operating an out­ course, it will also serve as a board utility boat; the skip­ reference book in basic boat­ per of a family ski boat; the ing long after the course sailing enthusiast. All work is completed. The course meets the eduboaters must follow the same Engagements Need a gift? No time to shop? Let me create a gift basket for you. Baskets made for any and every occasion. Birthdays, Mother's/Father's Day, Get Well, Bereavement, Holidays, Weddings, Showers or Just Because!!!! Corporate baskets for those special to Business dations of Interpersonal Communications ive Art.and Movement for the Young Child iples of Economics - Macro dates and special employees. Patty Trumble/Owner Voicemail: 517.726.0952 503 Allegan Rd. 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Visit the Fehsenfeld Center online at www.kellogg.edu or in person for full information. 0660 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 10 Lions manage one win in week filled with 35 errors team’s best performance of the season so far. “Our pitchers are doing a good job of throwing strikes,” said Carpenter, “we just can not afford to give teams extra outs every inning making errors.” The Lions topped Athens Saturday morning, 12-5, thanks two 12 hits and a sixrun third inning. Adam Gonser earned the win on the mound, while the Lion bats came up big. Andrew Ashcraft and Garrett VanEngen were both 2-3 with two RBI’s. Chris Hoffman went 2-4 with two RBI’s. Gonser, Rusty Harris, David Scurlock, and Ben Fox each had one hit in the win. “We have started to hit the ball, and are starting to gain confidence at the plate,” said Carpenter. “We are making an effort to put the ball in play, and limit our strike outs. If we force the other teams to field the ball, we will give ourselves more opportunities to score runs.” The Lion bats and gloves both went cold in the cham­ pionship game, a 13-2 loss to a very good St. Louis team. The Lions’ Adam Gonser checks his swing during his Fox had Maple Valley’s team’s double header with the Springport Spartans on only hit, and the team com­ Monday afternoon in Vermontville. (Photo by Perry mitted nine errors. Hardin) Maple Valley made 14 errors ift the two games of a The Lions■ dropped the ball in the first full week of the varsity baseball season. They dropped it again, and again. The Lions fell to 1-7 on the season, by going 1-6 last week. They committed 35 errors in the seven games. “We are not going to win many games averaging almost six errors a game,” said head coach Bryan Carpenter. The Lions made 14 errors in their two games Saturday at the Maple Valley Invitational. Even with five errors in the first game, Carpenter said it was his double header at Olivet Thursday, but were still in both ball games. “Losing two games to Olivet puts us in a hole for ■ the league, but there are a lot of games left and hopefully we will be there in the end,” said Carpenter. The Lions lost game one 6-4, as both teams commit­ ted six errors. The Eagles jumped out to a 6-0 lead with five runs in the third inning, but Valley came back with a four-run fifth. That was the end of the scoring in game one. Chris Morris was 2-3 at the plate, and Drew Kersjes and Ben Boss were both 1-4 with two RBI’s. Olivet took the early lead in game two too, scoring six runs in the top of the first. The Lions came back by scoring seven over the first two innings for a one-run lead, but couldn’t hold on. In the top of the third the Eagles scored four more runs, to get back on top and went on to a 13-10 victory. The Lions out-hit the Eagles 14-7, but had ten errors to the Eagles’ one. Morris was 2-4 with three RBI’s. VanEngen had two hits and two RBI’s. Scurlock and Gonser also had two hits apiece for Valley. Valley also lost a pair of slim defeats at the hands of the Springport Spartans Monday afternoon in Vermontville. The Lions fell 4-3 in game one, despite a solid pitching performance from Gonser. Gonser gave up seven hits, and only three earned runs in Maple Valley senior Chris Morris fires from the mound in game two of the Lions’ double header against Springport on Monday afternoon. (Photo by Perry Hardin) five innings. He struck out eight Spartans. Kersjes had a double and an RBI to lead the Lion offense. Morris, Scurlock, and Garrett VanEngen each had singles for Valley. It was the Lions’ best defensive game of the week, as they committed only one miscue. Game two was another tight contest, with the Lions falling 9-7. Morris went the distance on the mound, striking out four while allowing ten hits in seven innings. Gonser provided another solid performance, this time at the plate where he went 2­ 4 with an RBI. Fox, Harris, Morris, Scurlock, and Kersjes all singled for Valley. “We are improving and making progress in all errors,” said Carpenter. “Obviously, our focus will be to shore up our defense and eliminate costly errors this week. If we do that, we can be competitive with any­ one.” The Lions need it to hap­ pen to have any chance of being in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association race. Webberville visited Maple Valley for a double header on Monday afternoon. Thursday, the Lions host Portland for a non-conference contest. F THE TRAFFIC SCENE Conveniently located within 2 miles of three countiesBarry, Eaton & Ionia. WeTe at the intersection of M-43 & M-50. ZWet educotiM, {ot vtedwtA 14 yuM, % wMtfo w ddvi Segment I Class Segment II May 9-26,2005 Class June 6-23,2005 May 3-5,2005 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 11 _ _ Maple Valley girls fall in first four contests of 2005 Tin /w***«»*** ,S«iJ?*k"’ .£? • ■ ’Milk k 81 t- ** kl«»iit »iitk W w han K tat 1 'ifctllfaS;^ •^•bj ta t*3 Tta.kfete eib? hHinu# Ikij Kim The Maple Valley varsity a beautiful direct kick. the first twenty minutes of girls’ soccer team couldn’t Maple Valley opened the the second half, said coach score a victory in a very busy season at Parchment on Chris Ricketts. first week to the 2005 sea­ Monday, with a 3-0 defeat. The Lions were on the son, but it was a solid start Beth Ann Platte made ten road at Springport Monday for the Lions. saves for the Lions. afternoon, and return home The Lions fell 6-1 - to Parchment tallied two first to continue the SMAA sea­ Albion Friday afternoon at half goals before the Lions son when they face Lansing home. stepped up their game. Christian on Wednesday After giving up six soft After a rough first half, the afternoon. goals in the first half, the Lions played very well for Lions played an inspired sec­ ond half and shut-out the Wildcats while scoring a goal of their own. Amber Primm scored on a well-struck penalty kick for the Lions. The Lions were glad to have a solid defensive peri­ od, after the six first half goals, and the eight goals allowed to a tough Hastings squad on Thursday after­ noon. The Saxons topped the Maple Valley’s Darya Fedorenko (15) and Britney Gardner (3) arrive a moment too Lion 8-0 Thursday afternoon late to stop a clearing attempt by the Saxons’ Ashley Lowe during Thursday afterin Hastings. The Saxons noon’s non-conference contest in Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) buried the Lions under 64 shots, and never allowed them to get any offense going on the other end. Natalie Knorp scored three goals for Hastings, and call Katrina Jacobs two. Hughes Logging llc The loss followed a solid effort by the Lions in their Since 1980 Southern Michigan Athletic Leonard Hughes Jr. Association opener. The Lions s fell to Qliyet Wednesday, 3-1. Log With The Eagles built a 3-0 Horses or Skidder 06605704 lead, before Primm knocked Lion senior Svenja Ersfeld just over runs the ball as in the Lions’ first goal of the she looks to stop the attack put forth by Hastings’ Allison season in the final minute on Cooney Thursday afternoon. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Follow the MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley News Lions miss first in only 4 events at LHS individual events. She took ing 9’3”. Jenny Ellison the 100-meter hurdles in 17 cleared 5’ for first place in seconds, the 100-meter dash the high jump. Danielle in 13.3, and the 300-meter Christensen won the long hurdles in 50.8. jump with a leap of 14’. Kayleigh Browne won Maple Valley dominated both of the throwing events the relay events, winning for Maple Valley. She took three of the four. Dhanielle the shot put with a throw of Tobias, Kristen Hummel, 33’3”, and the discus with a Tessa Robles, and Jessica toss of 103’10”. McMillen teamed up to take The Lions won three other the 3200-meter relay in field events. Tara Gordenski 10:56.5. Alisha Felmlee, took the pole vault by clear- Kristen VanZandt, Lauren Pierce, and Christensen won the 800-meter relay in 1:57.8. The team of McMillen, Pierce, Christensen, and Tobias won the 1600-meter relay in 4:41.5. Maple Valley High School Varsity Girl’s Soccer McMillen and Tobias each also won an individual event. Maple Valley's Amber Primm McMillen took the 800helped the varsity girls' soccer team meter run in 2:41.6. Tobias through a tough first week to the was the 400-meter dash 2005 season. champion in 1:07.8. She scored the team's only two goals, one Friday The Lions run this week at against Albion and one on Wednesday in a league Delton Kellogg on Tuesday contest against Olivet. afternoon, then will be at the Portland Invitational on The 4695 Middleville Rd. 1 N. Main St Saturday. The Southern Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Michigan Athletic Agency 11-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 Association season begins next Tuesday, when the MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE Lions face Bellevue and FARM BUREAU Morrice at Bellevue. The Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team topped both Lakewood and Pennfield in action on Thursday at Lakewood High School. 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The Lions have the rest of the week off, and will play Lion senior Kortney Ewing fires from her shortstop another SMAA double headMaple Valley sophomore Katelyn Boss slides in to the plate under a throw against er next Monday when they position for an out in game one of Maple Valley’s douhost Morrice. ble header with Springport Monday afternoon. (Photo by the Springport Spartans Monday afternoon at home. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Perry Hardin) Stonehill Farm Cobb Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. 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Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, April 19,2005 — Page 14 Kalamazoo Nature Center Events Events are held at the to enjoy the color and excite­ Kalamazoo Nature Center, ment of the spring bird 7000 N. Westnedge Avenue, migration at KNC. Join us as unless otherwise noted. Call we search for different (269)381-1574 or visit species winging their way www.NatureCenter.org for north. Come once or join us more details. Admission is ever week to see and hear the $5.50 for adults, $4 for sen­ new birds that have migrated iors (55 and older), $3.50 for to the area. Birders of all children ages 4-13 and free skill levels are welcome. for children three and under. Please bring binoculars and a Admission for Nature Center field guide if you have them. Blooms and Brunch members is free. Additional fees are listed with program Tuesday, May 3, from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet: KNC, descriptions, if applicable. Interpretive Center lobby. May Public Program On the Trail of Lewis Fee; Members $15, Non­ and Clark - Sunday, May 1 members, $20; space is lim­ from 2-3:45 p.m. Meet ited; registration and pay­ :KNC, Meet at the bam ment required by April 19: (upper level). Fee: (269) 381-1574 x 27. Members-ffee, Non-mem- Audience: Adults. Enjoy the sometimes bers-regular KNC admis­ showy, sometimes subtle sion. Audience: Ages 9+. Exactly centuries ago, splendor of early spring Merriwether Lewis and wildflowers on a walk William Clark set out to through our beech maple for­ explore the newly purchased est with KNC naturalist, Jen Louisiana Territory. Join Wright. Hear stories about guide, Richard Chamberlin, these intriguing flowers and for a journey along their learn clues for identifying we’ll route, into unchartered terri­ them. Afterwards, tory, in the search for the gather for brunch - outside, Northwest Passage. Learn weather permitting. elementary compass skills Connecting Women & and then retrace the explor­ Nature: On the Water - In ers’ route to the Pacific Search of Fish! - Tuesday, Ocean, making journal May 3, 4-7 p.m. Location entries and drawings of. TBD. Pre-registration and newly recorded animals pre-payment is required by along the way. • April 25. (269) 342-5137, Guided Morning Bird extr 27. Fee: Members $12; Hike - Mondays, May 2, 9 Non-members $20. and 16 from 7:30-9 a.m. Audience Women 14+. Meet: KNC, Interpretive Wet your lines and enjoy Center parking lot. Fee: the company of friends as we Members-free; Non-mem- spend the evening practicing bers, regular KNC admis­ our fly-fishing techniques. sion. Audience: Adults. Maybe we’ll even catch a A wonderful opportunity fish or two (catch and release Open House Sunday 4/24 1:00-3:00 2875 Pease Road, Vermontville Looking for rolling hills, wooded acreage with cart paths, a pond, plus a beautiful home? This home has it all! This 1992 Amish crafted home is secluded down a winding tree-lined driveway, has a master suite with doors out to a deck, finished walkout basement, and so much more. A 30x40 bam with electric, water and heated workshop. $234,900. M-66 north to Reed St., outside of Nashville. For private showing call... x®x gfa TRtfXEL DENISE BEECH 269-317-7920 TROXEL REALTY CO. L.L.C. | only please!). This program is geared for both women who have participated in pre­ vious CWN fly-fishing workshops as well as experi­ enced fly-fisherwomen. Flygirls™ of Michigan will be on hand to assist with technique and answer ques­ tions. Name That Wildflower Thursday, May 5 at 2 p.m. Meet: KNC, DeLano Homestead parking lot, 555 West E. Ave. Fee: MembersFree; Non-members-regular KNC admission. Audiences: Adults. Where did the name Jackin-the-pulpit come from? Are May apples good to eat? Join KNC naturalist, Sarah Hopkins, and hike through the spectacular Pioneer Woods in search ofthese and other wildflowers. We will share some wildflower lore and hike a trail less traveled. This week counts for two hikes toward your Hiking Spree medallion. Birds and Breakfast Friday, May 6 from 8-10:30 a.m. ' Meet: KNC; Interpretive Center lobby. Fee: Members $15, Non­ members $20. Space is limit­ ed; registration andpre-pay­ ment required by May 5th. (269) 381-5137, ext. 27. Audience: Adults. Birders of all skill levels are invited to join Research Director, Ray Adams, for a morning bird walk followed by a continental breakfast. Bring binoculars and field guide if you have them. Story Corner at the Barn - Saturdays, May 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Meet: KNC, Barnyard. Fee: Members-free; Nonmembers-regular KNC admission. Audience: Children w/a caregiver. Join KNC staff at the barn­ yard for fun and interactive nature stories, and, of course, a visit with the animals. Wildflower Walk Saturday, May 7 at 2 p.m. Meet: KNC, Interpretive Center Lobby. Fee: Members-free; Non-members-regular KNC admis­ sion. Audience: Adults. Now is the time to see our spring ephemeral wildflow­ ers. Walk through our beech maple forest with a naturalist and learn clues for identify­ ing these unique flowers. The Big Sit - Sunday, May 8 from 5-11 a.m. Meet: KNC, DeLano Homestead parking lot, 555 West E. Ave. (This event will be can­ celled in inclement weather). Fee: Free to KNC and ASK members; Non-members: $4 adults/$3 . seniors. Registration is required by May 6; (269) 381-1574, ext. 27. Audience: Adults. Join KNC and the Audubon Society or Kalamazoo for this early morning Mother’s Day expe­ rience at the DeLano proper­ ty source pond. Bring an easy-to-cary chair and join us for a pre-dawn hike to get the best view (and ear shot) of nature’s opening ceremo­ ny. We’ll have a few ‘quiet’ snacks on hand as we hone our birding-by-ear skills. Wildflowers by Golf Cart - Sunday, May 8 - Tour #1 at 1 p.m. and Tour #2 at 3 p.m. Fee: $5 (in addition to regular admission, if applica­ ble). Pre-registration required; (269) 381-1574 ext. 27. Meet: KNC, DeLano Homestead parking lot, 555 West E. Ave. Audience: General. Do you know someone who is unable to walk a trail but would love to see spring wildflowers? Bring them out to. the nature center for a tour by golf cart with a naturalist as your guide. A great way to celebrate Mother’s Day! Stroller Stroll: Arboretum Trek - Tuesday, May 10 from 10-11 a.m. Fee: $3/child in stroller (in addi­ tion to regular admission, if applicable). Meet: KNC, Interpretive Center Lobby. Audience: Children under 3 w/caregiver. The first Stroller Stroll of the year! Bring your toddler to explore nature in a safe, hands-on environment. We will explore the arboretum using all of our senses to experience nature! This is where your child’s love of nature can begin! Birding Road Trip Friday, May 13 frrim 6 a.m.2 p.m. Meet: KNC, Adventure House parking lot, just outside the main entry gate. Fee: Members $35, Non-members ' $45; transportation provided. Space is limited; Registration and payment is required by May 9; (269) 381-1574, ext. 27. Audience: Adults. Ray Adams, KNCs research director will lead this trip to search out stream­ side, upland forest, grassland and wetland bird species in Three Rivers State Game Area and Camp Fort Hill in Sturgis. Bring binoculars, a field guide and a sack lunch. Transportation and an expert birding guide are included in the fee. Connecting Women & Nature Kayaking & the Coast! - Saturday, May 14, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Meet: KNC, Interpretive Center parking lot. Pre-registration & pre­ payment is required by May 6; (269) 342-5137, ext. 27. Audience: Women 14+. Celebrate spring on the Kalamazoo River and the beaches of Lake Michigan. We will spend the morning on a relaxing float down the Kalamazoo River and the afternoon enjoying a picnic lunch and explore the beaches of Saugatuck. Then we’ll head into Saugatuck for lunch and spend a couple of hours investigating the natural beauty of Michigan sand dunes. Fee includes transportation, lunch and all equipment. Kalamazoo Astronomical Society Telescope Viewing Sessions - Viewings are free to KAS and KNC members: others pay $4 adults/$3 seniors/$2 children. Please call (269) 381-1574, ext. 45 to find out if the session will be can­ celled due to inadequate viewing conditions. Crescent Moon, Jupiter & Saturn. Saturday, May 14 - Gates open at 8:30 p.m. Galaxies of the Virgo Cluster Saturday, May 28 - Gates open at 8:30 p.m. Birds of Prey - Sunday, May 15 at 2 p.m. Meet: KNC, Cooper’s Glen Auditorium. Fee; Membersfree; Non-members-regular KNC admission. Audience: Families and Adults. Ever seen an owl’s ears or stared into a hawk’s eyes? Join us to learn more about the important predators that fly our skies. Live birds and touchable artifacts are part of our program. Knee High Naturalists: Signs of Spring - Tuesday, May 17 from 10-11:30 p.m. Meet: KNC, Glen Vista Gallery. Pre-registration required; (269) 381-1574, ext. 27. Fee: $4/child with adult (in addition to regular admission rates if applicable). Audience: Children ages 3-5, with a caregiver. Join Miss Kara out on the trail to look for budding leaves and pretty flowers. We will experience the sights, sounds and smells of spring together. Inside we will read stories, eat a snack and make a craft. Night Sounds - Thursday, May 19 from 8:30-10 p.m. Meet: Interpretive Meet: KNC, KNC, Center Parking Lot. Fee: Members-free; Non-mem- Ace Auto Repair We’re still here - ready to meet all your auto repair and tire needs. 1008 1/2 Reed Street (Across from Carl’s Supermarket) (517) 852-9587 bers-regular KNC admis­ sion. Pre-registration required; (269) 381-1574, ext. 27. Audience: Families and Adults. Hike the trails by the light of the moon and listen for owls calling, frogs singing and rodents rustling in the leafy layers of the forest floor. Please wear quiet clothing. No need for a flash­ light, we will use our night vision to guide us along. Spring Native Plant Sale - Friday, May 20, 1-7 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. KNC Arboretum (or the barn in case of rain). Audience: General. Breathe some spring air a the Nature Center and get ready to plant your garden this spring with native plants. We’ve expanded our semi-annual plant sale to include a wider variety of woodland, wetland and prairie species. We will have beautiful woodland plants for sale like Trillium, Jackin-the-pulpit, Bloodroot, Wild Ginger, Wild Geranium, Dutchman’s breeches, and many more. Visit www.NatureCenter.org for a complete list. KNC staff will be on hand to help you pick the perfect plants for your habitat. Spring Conies to the Barn - Sunday, May 22 at 2 p.m. Meet: KNC, Barnyard. Fee: Members-free; Nonmembers-regular KNC admission. Audience: Families. The aniinals are back! Come visit with Lacy, our Hafflinger pony, and all of her barnyard friends. Baby chicks, sheep and goats are learning their way around the barnyard. Learn about these baby animals through inter­ active games and a craft. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... * Pumps•Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. 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Everyming must go! Pets ings, Nashville, Woodland; 1446 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontalso bulldozing, call OBEDIENCE CLASS start-ville. (269)948-2909. ing 4/26 at Kaydessa Ken­ UP SCALE GARAGE nels, (269)945-1875. SALE! Friday & Saturday, HANDY MAN SERVICES: April 22nd & 23rd, 9amcomplete home repair, Card ofThanks dusk. Clearing out items decks, garages, additions, CARD OF THANKS from resale shop: furniture, concrete, window cleaning. thank you to all our family home & holiday decor, vin­ Chuck, (517)852-0224 members, friends and neigh­ tage items, unique outdoor bors for your kindness and & craft items, perennials & comforting messages PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: more. 7338 W. Kinsel Hwy., expressed at the passing All real estate advertising in this news­ Vermontville. (517)726-0026 paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act of dur mother, and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which RUTH M. 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Our read­ will always treasure. business cards and brochures ers are hereby informed that all dwellings to. newspapers and catalogs. advertised in this newspaper are available, on an equal opportunity basis. To report Phone (269)945-9554 or stop discrimination call the Fair Housing in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing Hastings, impaired is 1-800-927-9275. eouM Mouamo OPPORTUNITY_ rU>OAOAf 7IUinIiU(I Follow the MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley s FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates 06605624 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD APRIL 6, 2005 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pres­ ent. There was ten people from the public in attendance. Heard public comment. Minutes from the March meet­ ing were approved as printed. Amended the budget. Accepted the treasurer's report with corrections subject to audit. Approved the following salaries: Trustees: 3450.00 for two. Supervisor: 6490.00. Assessor: 15280.00. Clerk: 15,350.00. Treasurer: 12645.00. Approved the 2005-2006 budget with the Clerk's budget being amended. Approved paying the bills through March 31, 2005 of 2901.36 Approved election inspectors wages of 8.50 per hour plus 25.00 extra for the chair. Approved maintenance worker wages of 7.25 per hour. Approved the appropriations payment. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved purchasing some new equipment for both the fire and ems depts. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Heart board comments. 1 sound system is needed at the Planning and Zoning meet­ ings. 2 it was felt that Planning and Zoning is dragging their feet on industrial growth in Castleton Township. Approved participating in the Township Exchange program. Heard concerns from a citizen that no minutes were available from the budget workshop. Adjournment. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley oeeozeai Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers * Lakewood News * Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News * Reminder * Weekender * Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �Judt Say 'Ad AsJudrtmmfl m ftw Maple valley News' TuMday. April 1® 2005 — Page 14 Kalamazoo*Area Dr. Seuss Lovers in for rare treat at Gallery 344 Stop On National Tour To Feature Works From Private Collections tary. and book illustration., and finally hi. Secret Art ooUectJoa. Works in the exhabntoa have been curated from significant public and private coilecUont. inc ludmg the L' ni ver.ity of California. San Diego archive., the Lyndon Baine. Johnvon Presidential Library .and the Dr, Seam Estate, and feature rare and never before wen art from the 1920a and the 1990a. The curator. William W Dreyer, will be preaent in Gallery 344 the opening day of the exhibit. Friday. April 22, to provide insight* into Getael'a artistic life, his unique vi.ion and his impact on American culture Theodor Seu*. Get sei. From April 22 thraafh May 9. Gallery 344 in Kalama//>o will prrKrt "The Ait of Dr. Scmb * A Retrospective and NaixmaJ fryhahsrinm the 100th birthday of Tbooftor Seaee Getaci (Dr Sems), tin. exfcdtnt will rkrorarir hi. life and earner wadi a facm on the exxsunoa artratsc link, throughout bar nearly 70 yean of creativity. Gallery M4. managed by Chern Emery. at located al 344 N Roke The exhibit will be a key feature of downtown Kalamazoo'. Art Hop (MJ May 6. That exhibition begin, with ht. early drawing, in Lafe Magazine. im. ludc* hi. editorial, adverti.ine. mill aka Dr. Senas, began his career as a little known edi­ torial cartoonist in the 1920s. His intriguing perspective and frwdi concepts ignited hi. career, and hi. work evolved quickly to deft illus­ tration.. modeled sculpture and bophirticated oil paint ing. of elaborate imagina­ tion. Dr Seu.. is currently best known as one of the most beloved and best-sell­ ing children's author, of all time, having written and illustrated classic, such as Green Eggs and Ham and How the Gnnch Stole Christmas' Geisel wa* also a political cartoonist for PM Magazine during World War II. as well as a contributing illustrator for Vanity Fair Great food and fine wine will be featured at Morels and More Outing include, guided morel hunt­ ing, wild mushroom lore, and fine Ixelanau Peninsula wines before Saturday's din­ ner featuring vanou. much room di.he. and other Mk higan edible. Outings are set for April 29-May I, May 13-15 a Cost of $179 pa person includes two night, lodging in con­ venient vacation home*, morel information and guid­ ed hunt, all meals including To appreciate Spring to it’d fullekt, the ideal aolirtaon i. hunting morel muchroom* among beautiful wildflower, while bird, happily celebrate their arrival back north. The odor, of the forrM floor com­ ing to life it another tftmu lading thrill To experience it ail, a Mirth and More weekend at Springbrook Hill* near Walloon Lake it an interert ing, informative outing that the Ixelanau wine, and spe­ cial mushroom dinner. Groups of six or more. $169 - if no lodging required. $124 complete. Extra nights lodg­ ing is available at $20 per person. Contact Morels and More. P.O. Box 219, Walloon Lake, Ml 49796; (231) 535­ 2227; wwwxpringtimrsplmdoi.tvm ing and are from the 1800s. The track-light ing and exposed brick walls add to the warmth of the gallery. Gallery hours are 10 a m to 5 p.m Tuesday through Saturday. The gallery is host to world famous and museum quality artists such as Ogi, Frederick Hart, MacKenzie Thorpe. Marcus Pierson, and many others Leading artist Frederick Hart is best known and Life. He had a long suc­ cessful advertising career, he was an Academy Award winner for his wartime docu mentaries, as well as his am mated short film “Gerald McBoing Bomg.” and today hi* paintings hang in fine art galleries His unique artistic vision emerged a. the golden thread which I inked every facet of his varied career, and his art­ work became the platform from which he delivered 44 children's books, more than 400 World War II political cartoons, hundreds of adver tisements. and countless edi­ torials filled with wonderful ly inventive animals, charac­ ters and clever humor Geiscl single-handedly forged a new genre of art that falls somewhere between the Surrealist Movement of the early 20th Century and the inspired nonsense of a child's classroom doodle*. Gallery 344 itself is a work of art, having bits and pieces of architecture from other locations in Kalamazoo and surrounding Michigan, such as the big brass doors as you center from the foyer into the gallery The doors were pur chased at the Heritage Company and are from the 1900s Other doors, used as windows to divide rooms in the gallery are from the old Kalamazoo Fisheries build­ KSO presents The Magic Flute The Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra pres­ ents Mozart’s The Magic Flute on Saturday, April 30 at 8 p.m. in Miller Auditorium. Now in Jits sixth year with the KSO. Harvey is no stranger to opera. Currently the Music Director of the El Paso Opera, he conducts two fully-staged operas each year. The April 30th produc­ tion will be semi-staged with the orchestra in the back of the stage and the actors in the front. The Magic Flute combines comic elements with lofty philosophical goals. Part fairy tale, part morality play, this opera is a feast for the senses and a dazzling delight of laughter, love, song, and sprites. “It’s a wonderful combination of fairy tale and epic,” comments Harvey. Hill in V i The opera will be per­ formed in German, and real­ time translation will be run­ ning on a marquee above the stage. “We do an opera every other year, and it’s always a spectacular event,” says KSO Executive Director, Stacy Ridenour. “This year is no exception.” Concert tickets are $38, $28 and $18 for adults (half­ price for student/children) and Harvey’s Hideaway tick­ ets (balcony, general admis­ sion seating) are $5. Tickets may be purchased at all Miller Auditorium Ticket Office locations: phone 387­ 2300 or (800) 228-9858 or on the web at w ww KalamazixjSymphony. com Student rush tickets are $7 (with valid student LD.) on the evening of the per­ formance. lx AH nN 1 111 Syrup Festival Mapte GOOD TIME 501 IN. Main. Nashville, MI 852-1985 for the entrance to the National Cathedral, Three Soldiers, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. He was most recently accepted into the Hermitage Museum, with his “Songs of Grace” Sculpture as part of its per­ manent collection. This September, Gallery 344 will host a show for Alexander Renoir, the great grandson of Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Sunday, April 24A, 2005 Friday. April 22“*, 2005 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Dining • Carry Out • Delivery Hudsonville Ice Cream All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions Starting at 11:00 a.m.Bar-B-Que Chicken - Lions Club Talent Show - The official opening of the festival is the Talent 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m Show to be held on the stage downtown with Julie Khouri (517) Pancakes Band Boosters 726-0970 at chairman. Talent Show winners appear on the Sunday Maplewood School .Flea Market (Downtown) 10:00 a.m Mid America Shows 10:15 nan. to 11:15 p.m. ;.. .Grace Community Church 4:00 p.m. -10:00 pan. Ply One Price -S13 00 .Arts & Crafts 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m program. Friday Night Special Slam 4 p.m (Stage) American Legkm/Nashvflk Lions Serve Pancakes at the Program Subject to Change - .4:00-8:00 p.m. Legion Hall Featuring our Homemade Ice Cobblers (Cherry, blueberry, apple, peach & mixed berry) •............. • 7'001.IB TMafcfi American Legion/Nashville Ltom •••••••«•••................Pancakes ®'-3® i.m. to 5:3 Band BooMen 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m ...............................Arts & Crafts 12:00 p.m. io 6:00 p.m Maplewood School -Sunday Afternoon Special Flea Market (Downtown) ■ 10: 00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m GIANT Cinnamon Rolls, Donuts, Turnovers, GIANT Cookies 11:00 a.— K 41 Flavors of ...............Maple Valley Jazz Band Director Dennis Vanderhoeff 11: 00 ajn................................................................. Children's Parade Theme: “ Maple Syrup Natures Greatest Show on Earth" 6 Hours of Rides Si 34)0 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m-------- 1:30 p.m............................................. Introduce Queen & Court Ann Wrestling Chainnen:Eugene & Mary Fisher Chairman: Greg Hoefler Presentation of Queen and Court Crowning of 2005 Queen by 2004 Queen Andrea Szymanski Pies Strawberry, Strawberry/Ruhbarb. Mixed berry f.VrrzviTvm. blueberry. and black raspberry) Sponsored by MC Auto Repair & Towing Talent Winners 11:30a.m.....................................Maple Valley High School Choir Egg Toss, Other Games Director: Ryan Rosin Chairman: Meric Martin Glen Erin Bagpipe Band 12: 00 ajn 12:30 pjn. rtf Dowland 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m ..... IJttle Miss Maple Princess Talent ............................................................ David Dickerson XriOpjn.......................................................................... Grand Parade Parade Theme: “ Maple Syrup Natures Greatest Show on Earth" Parade Chairpersons: Don & Lisa Mulvany YUM! Now serving Burritos 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m....................................... , .BitgoodBrothers 5:00 p.m. Fidinwing Derby Egg Toss (10 yrs. and younger) 540 p.m..........................................Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull 5:00 pun. (Opera Houser....... Little Miss Maple Syrup Pageant Chaomaa Kathie Perez Special-$13 /6hrs. of rides ff17) 726-0394, (517) 726-0670 (517) 726-0659 The Produces* take pride In bringing you Pure Maple Syrup A Maple Products. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-04-26.pdf 58a2eaed49120931e7bfb683ccdb6bc3 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEW « ‘QQ HASTINGS PUBLIC U&ARY 121 S CHURCH^T -tar Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 17, April 26, 2005 Voters to decide trustee race, ISD millage in school election Allison Avery by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During the regular school election Tuesday May 3, vot­ ers will determine the fate of three candidates vying for two, two-year trustee seats on the Maple Valley School Board and a 1.25-mill prop­ erty tax increase proposed by the Eaton County Intermediate School District (EISD) to fund special edu­ cation programs for five years. Voters in the Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge and Potterville school dis­ tricts, as well as Maple Valley, will determine whether or not the proposed Barb Byington Wayne Curtis millage increase will be put that during the 2003-2004 into effect. fiscal year, $5.8 million was The state and federal gov­ transferred from local gener­ ernment requires that all al education budgets to cover public school districts and unfunded special education ISDs provide special pro- costs. Ifpassed, the proposed grams for students with men- millage would provide $2.8 tal, physical and emotional million per year in direct disabilities and new man­ funding for special education dates have increased the cost programs. The EISD esti­ of special education pro­ mates that the millage would grams. In the EISD, only raise $289,485 a year for 48% of those costs are cov­ special education programs ered by state and federal in the Maple Valley School funding, which means that District. money must be diverted The proposed millage from the general education increase would cost a home­ program to pay for the owner $62.50 per year for increased costs of special each $100,000 in market education programs. value or approximately The EISD has reported $5.20 per month. In the race for the two trustee seats, incumbent Allison Avery has had the longest tenure on the Maple Valley School Board. “I am finishing my ninth year. When I started I was appointed to finish the last year of someone else’s term. Then I ran for the seat and was elected and ran for a sec­ ond time and was elected again,” said Avery, who is a teacher in the Lakewood School District. “This is my way to be involved and help our com­ munity and schools,” she added. “I think I have a unique perspective because not many people teach in one school district then serve on the school board in the dis­ trict where their kids go to school. I think it gives me advantage, although it some­ times makes making deci­ sions a little harder, because I can see things from the viewpoint of a parent, an educator and a board mem­ ber.” Dwindling state funds is the biggest issue currently facing Maple Valley Schools, according to Avery. “The financial issue is so large; its a huge driving force in a lot of the decisions we Supt. Kramer gets consistently high marks in his 1st evaluation by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Seven months after assuming the superinten­ dent’s post for the Maple valley School District, Kim Kramer received consistently high marks for his first eval­ uation from the seven-mem­ ber school boardn. With only .31 difference between his highest and low­ est score, Kramer averaged a score of 4.36 on a scale of 1 to 5 in seven categories, including relationship with the board, staff relations, community relations, busi­ ness and finance, leadership and job performance, per­ sonal qualities, and board goals. Kramer’s highest score was in leadership and job performance, where he earned an overall average of 4.51 and earned a perfect scores in all eight subcate­ gories from two board mem­ bers. ’ “This is a real area of strength. I felt these qualities during our interview with Kim,” said one board mem­ ber. All board member com­ ments on Kramer’s evalua­ tion were anonymous. Kramer’s lowest score was in community relations, with a an average score of 4.2. Still, board members had only positive comments regarding Kramer’s perform­ ance in that area. “Kim has made a good effort in being a member of our community and being approachable,” said a board member. In the overall comment section, at the end of the evaluation, another board member said Kramer had “...a good grasp of communi­ ty values and needs.” Under the category of business and finance, where Kramer scored 4.35, another board member said, “Kim did an awesome job the past fall handling the tornado damage and getting the school up and running quick­ ly. As Kim grows into our community, he will get bet­ ter at finding alternative funding sources within the community (donations, gifts of materials and labor). Kim does a great job here. I think his past experience will be a real asset.” Kramer’s overall average scores in other areas were: 4.30 relationship with the board; 4.26 staff relations; 4.35 business and finance; 4.4 personal qualities; and 4.49 board goals. Overall comments includ­ ed the following from board members, “He has provided good leadership and direc­ tion and has a knack for get­ ting things done. I like the direction we are headed... I see great things in our future.” The board also approved a motion to subcontract with VanBuren Research & Development Foundation (VBRDF) to hire Fred Davenport as Maplewood Elementary’s principal and Bev Black as the Special Education Supervisor, begin­ ning with the 2005-2006 school year. Both Davenport and Black are eligible for retirement, but do not wish to do so at this time. Both met with Kim Kramer, superin­ tendent of Maple Valley Schools Kramer and discussed the possibility of working for VanBuren Reasearch & Development. Kramer described the arrangement as a “win-win situation” for both the administrators and the school district. He noted that it would save the district See SUPERINTENDENT, page 5 make,” said Avery. “It seems harsh, but we’ve had to decide whether to cut programs or outsource some jobs, because so much money is being taken away from the schools. Nobody wants things taken away, but the financial support from the state is decreasing. As a board, we’re trying to do what we can to keep from having to cut programs for students in our district.” Avery said she has See ELECTION, page 3 I Where to vote: Due ue too thee sae state’snew s new eecon election conso consolidation aon legislation egs aon | there has been some confusion as to where to vote during | next week’s regular school election. While all registered voters in Eaton County may still I cast their ballots at Maplewood Elementary, located at I 170 Seminary St. in Vermontville, as they have in past elections, residents in Barry County can cast their ballots at the following polling places: • Assyria Township Hall, 8090 Tasker Road, Bellevue. • Baltimore Township Hall, 3100 East Dowling Road, Hastings. • Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville. • Hastings Charter Township Hall, 885 River Road, Hastings. • Maple Grove Township Hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville. j I J | i I Nashville Council OKs appointments by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer With two council mem­ bers absent and one vacant seat, the Nashville Village Council earlier this month unanimously approved appointments for the village clerk, treasurer and Department of Public Works (DPW) director and tabled appointing the chief ofpolice and zoning administrator until the council’s next regu­ lar meeting Thursday, April 28. The council voted to reap­ point village clerk Cathy Lentz for a two-year term, and treasurer Lois Elliston and DPW Director Darrell Clements Jr. for one-year terms. Council members tabled the reappointment of Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes and Zoning Administrator Dave Newman, saying they wished to speak with both men before the appointments were made. In other business the coun­ cil approved the following committee and board assign­ ments: Building and grounds/ parks and recre­ ation, Kimberly Knoll, Ron Bracy, and Mike Kenyon; office and finance, Mike Kenyon, Kimberly Knoll and Frank Dunham; DPW, Ron Bracy, Mike Kenyon, and Jim Dunham; policy and ordinance, Mary Coll, Mike Kenyon, and Jim Dunham; cable access, Ron Bracy and Kimberly Knoll; fire and ambulance, Mary Coll and Kimberly Knoll, Frank Dunham, alternate; transfer/recycle, Ron Bracy and Jim Dunham, Frank Dunham, alternate. In This Issue • Maple Syrup Festival photos • Leadership group win award • Sunfield United Brethren plans ‘50s Car Hop • Abbott clears first collegiate hurdle, a few left at Valley • Track & Field teams dominate at Delton Kellogg �The Maple Valley News, Nashville Tuesday. April 26, 2005 — Page 2 Cub Scout Pack 628 took first place for noncommercial entries in the Grand Parade with this float. We offer good-student till 169-995-9559 njtiit hr Niflt Valley Nets Acthi-ih insurance discounts! HASTINGS 4 Candidates for the Little Miss Syrup Princess Pageant wave from their float in the Grand Parade. Downtown Hastings on State St. 945-SHOW STAN 6S.26 Kld» >11 »how» | $».SO Senior* SSlOO Slud.nt. t L.l. 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Worship............ 9:45 a.m. 11 a.m. ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 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 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship........................... 11 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 6 .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) GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School....................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH . One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship lime -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service........ .9:30 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 1-517-852-9481 | HW6DU. IntfffwiiSary MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79' & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road (142 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 . .. Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 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 PASTOR MATT ROHDE 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. FATHER MIKE STAFFORD PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH n 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 Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 26,2005— Page 3 The Vermontville Junior Farmers took second place in the noncommercial division of the Grand Parade with this float The Maple Valley Junior High Marching Band performs during the syrup festival. ELECTION, continued from page 1 Will Ml MiG j MUU»» mu li »“»» I OW'I*6 OWI6 • « «*<? w:« ffSSe Te T..fl® fl®??L 5>*? si vfrmito^f ’ s»»’> Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Association producers set up shop in downtown Vermontville despite the frigid temperatures. enjoyed her tenure with the board and looks forward to another term. “What I have loved about working with this board for nine years is that nobody has an agenda. They are all there for the kids; they are there to help,” she said. Local businessman Wayne Curtis, an incumbent who has been on the board for eight years, said he is run­ ning for re-election because he wants to help ensure the continued quality of educa­ tion in Maple Valley. “I still have kids in school in Maple Valley, elementary, junior and senior high school, so I guess you could say I have a vested interest in seeing the education in Maple Valley stays the same all the way through,’ he said. Curtis agrees that the state’s financial situation is the toughest issue facing Maple Valley at this time. “We have to make certain that we keep our finances in order and can provide the best education possible for our kids,” he said. “We want to stay financially solvent and not have to make cuts in programming like a lot of schools around the state are doing. “I don’t see the economy changing much, but we have a great school system here in Maple Valley so we want to be careful with the way we handle money. We want to get the most ‘bang for our buck,”’ he said. Challenger Barb Byington has never served on the school board, but has driven bus for the Maple Valley School District for more than ten years. She said she would like to serve on the school board because she is interested in ensuring that there are pro­ grams that would benefit underprivileged students. “I know there must be pro­ grams out there for kids who don’t do well on the SAT tests, have a 4.0 and have grants to go to college. Programs and classes that would help the underprivi­ leged kids, like welding, auto mechanics and computers, high school might be the only training they get. Some of these kids have had their lives turned upside down and they need a helping hand,” she said, adding that the schools also need to return to a focus on “the basics” read­ ing, writing, arithmetic and penmanship. See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 11 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam t Graphics �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday, April 26, 2005 — Page 4 Leta Ann Rogers CHARLOTTE - Leta Ann Rogers, 81 of Charlotte, died Friday, April 22, 2005 in Nashville. Mrs. Rogers was bom February 22, 1924 in Bellevue, the daughter of Richard and Margaret (Jewel) Fruin. She was a great cook and loved cooking for her family and farm workers anytime they gathered. She was a member of the Gresham United Methodist Church and had been head of the Cropwalk at church. She is survived by hus­ band of 60 years, Forrest; children, Rebecca (Mike) Lord of Charlotte, Mary (Gary) Goris of Vermontville, David (Debi) Donald James Wiser----------LAKE ODESSA - Donald James Wiser, age 62, ofLake Odessa passed away at his home surrounded by family and friends on Monday, April 18, 2005. Don was bom on March 20, 1943 in Vermontville to Rufus B. and Mary (Sowers) Wiser. He was raised in Vermontville and graduated from Vermontville High School Don married Alice Martin on Jun 5, 1965 at the Vermontville Bible Church. In 1969 they moved to Lake Odessa. Don served in the National Guard and retired from the City of East Grand Rapids. He was an avid outdoors­ man who enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, bowling, and was a Michigan State Spartan fan. Don was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and a loyal friend to many. He is survived by his wife, Alice (Martin); son, Donald (Renee) Wiser; grandchil­ dren, Lindsey, James, Jackie, Jaden and Jonathan; sisters, Arlene Sargent, Janet Jordan, Betty Carpenter, Laura (Robert) Depuy, Marilyn McMullen, and Irma (Lyle) Tyler; his beloved dog, Bucky; and the many mem­ bers of the extended Wiser and Martin families. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Rufus and Mary; sisters, Shirley Gonzales and Jeanette Symonds; and brothers, Leonard and Marvin Wiser. The funeral service was held Thursday, April 21, 2005 at the Lakewood United Methodist Church in Lake Odessa. Private family interment took place at Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ionia Area Hospice. Arrangements by Koops Funeral Chapels, Lake Odessa. Clarence Alvin Miller SUNFIELD Clarence Alvin Miller, of Sunfield, passed away Monday April 4, 2005 at his Sunfield home at the age of 84. Clarence was born. October 16, 1920 in Van Wert, OH; son of Doyt and Hattie (Emerson) Miller. He grew up in the Van Wert, OH and Laingsburg area and graduated from death by her husband in Laingsburg High School in April 2003, granddaughter, 1939. He then attended Kassandra Sandborn, both Michigan Agricultural her parents, her brother, College where he studied Byron Goodrich and sister, agricultural sciences before Loretta entering the service. Peabody. In 1943, he enlisted in the Surviving are her three United States Army and sons, William (Arlene) of served as a supply truck driv­ Lake Odessa, Robert, and Ed er in northern Africa, Italy (Evelyn) of Sunfield; six and France. He was honor­ grandchildren, and 14 great ably discharged in 1945. grandchildren; sister, Orpha Clarence married the love (Ted) Stiffler of Mulliken; of his life, Marion (Balduf) two brothers, Stan Goodrich Miller in January 1946. of Missouri and Alfred Together they had four chil(Virginia) Goodrich of The family would like to dren. Portland and several nieces thank all who visited Mary Clarence is remembered as and and sent her cards and flow- being a hard worker and nephews. making sure his family had Funeral services were held ers. Interment services were in everything they needed. He Friday April 22, 2005 at the, also did many of his own Sunfield United Methodist the East Sebewa Cemetery. Church. The family is being served home improvement projects, For those wishing, contri- by the Independent family while teaching his children butions may be made to the owned funeral home in the same “hands on” tech­ American Cancer Society, or Sunfield: Rosier Funeral niques. In addition to raising his the Heartlands Nursing Home. For more informa­ tion www.Legacy.cbm. family, he worked as a Home. C/O RFH P.O. Box farmer in Lake Odessa and 36 Sunfield, MI 48890. Sunfield area for a number of Mary Mae (Goodrich) Sandborn SUNFIELD - Mary Mae (Goodrich) Sandborn, of Sunfield, passed away Tuesday April 19, 2005 in Ionia, at the age of 79. Mary was bom Feb. 25, 1926 in Roxand Twp., Eaton Co.; daughter of Alfred T. And Oma M.(Holbrook) Goodrich. On Aug. 19,1941 she mar­ ried Howard Sandborn. Mary was a proud member of the Sunfield United Methodist Church. She was a homemaker who loved working on family ancestry and working on crafts. She enjoyed going with her husband to his military reunions. Her hobbies were quilting, crocheting and sewing things for her grandchildren, travel­ ing, playing cards with her card club and going to the casino. She also made quilts and donated them to cancer victims. Mary was preceded in 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Rogers of McMillan, Michigan and Richard “Dick” (Teresa) Rogers of Charlotte; five grandchil­ dren, three great grandchil­ dren. two step-grandchil­ dren; and sister Elizabeth Shaffer of Okemos. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, with Pastor Kathy Smith officiating. Interment will be in Gresham Cemetery in Charlotte. Visitation will be Pray from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 Arrangements by Funeral Home, Charlotte. a.m. the day of the funeral. If desired, memorial con­ Further information avail­ at tributions may be made to able the Flower House A.F.C. or www.prayfuneral.com the Gresham United Methodist Church. ORDER YOUR NASHVILLE COMMUNITY CALENDAR years. He was also employed at Mapes Furniture Store in Sunfield where he installed floor cov­ erings for 20 years. He also worked at the Lake Odessa Canning Factory. After his retirement, he then worked as a grounds keeper at the Centennial Acres Course in Sunfield for near­ ly 15 years. Hecontinued to be active with Portland post of the VFW until recent years along with being active in church; most recently with the Lakewood United Methodist Church. Clarence is survived by three children'; Nona (Joe) Spackman ofAllegan, Duane Miller of Mulliken and Kathleen Miller of Oklahoma City, OK. Also surviving are daughter-in­ law Dee Dye ofWitchita, KS and grandchildren Yvonne (Jay) Worsham of Ft. Worth, TX, and Russell (Danielle) Miller of Plano, TX and three adorable great grand children; Katie, Trey and Summer. He is also sur­ vived by numerous nieces and nephews. Surviving are sisters Rose (Keith) Cantine of Eaton Rapids and Harriet Orr of Santa Barbara, CA. Surviving brothers are Richard (Donna) Miller of Eaton Rapids and Wayne (Vickie) Miller of Clearwater, FL. Clarence now joins those who have preceded him in death; his wife Marion (2004) of 58 years, his par- ents, his son, Maurice (1986), sister Evelyn Acheson (1995) and his sis­ ter Mary Snyder (2003). In Lieu of flowers, contri­ butions may be made to the Lakewood United Methodist Church; c/o RFH, P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, MI 48890. Funeral services were held Friday April 8, 2005 at the Lakewood United Methodist Church. The Pallbearers will be Allen Cantine, Mark Hewitt, John McManus, Russell Miller, Mark Miller, and Alan Harris. The family is being served by the Independent family owned funeral home in Sunfield:Rosier Funeral Home. Committal services and burial were at the. Lakeside Cemetery in Lake Odessa, following the services at the church. For more information www.Legacy.com. To run from August 2005 to September 2006 Calendar $5.00 Birthdays/Annlversaries Listings 50 cents Please mail names of birthdays and anniver­ saries along with your check or money order made payable to BCCC to: Dawn Meade Eaton Federal Savings Bank P0 Box 250 Nashville, Ml 49073 Matching Stones and Designing a Monument to your Personal Need. Any questions call (517) 052-1330 - 3 am to 5pm or (517) 352-1319 evenings Wome DEADLINE TO PLACE ORDERS IS MAY 23RD Mapes-Jisheit Chapet All proceeds will go to Nashville Community Development 193 Jackson St. Sunfield, Michigan Committee whose major project Is the Nashville Harvest Festival. 06608201 Dedicated to Personal and Sincere Service (517) 566-8141 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 26,2005 — Page 5 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Apr. 19-30 Apr. 28 May 1-31 May 2 May 3 May 4 May 5 May 7 May 7 May 8 May 9 May 9 May 9 May 14 * as Extension office will be periodically closed during lunch, please call ahead. Fair Board meeting rescheduled, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Extension office will be periodically closed during lunch, please call ahead. Mandatory anaory Fair ar Meeting, eeng, 7 p.m., Expo xpo Center. ener. All clubs must send a representative for this meeting. Poultry Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board meeting rescheduled, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Rabbit/Cavy Clinic, 9 a.m.-noon, Prairieville Farm Days Farmers Hall of Fame Bldg., Milo Road. Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Expo Fairgrounds. Open Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Barry County Expo Fairgrounds. Extension Advisory Board meeting, 4:30 p.m, Community Room, Courts & Law Bldg. Shooting Sports Mandatory meeting, 6:30 p.m., Barry Co. Conservation Club. Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., United methodist Church, Hastings. Poultry Clinic & Show, 7 a.m., Barry Co. Expo - registration forms available on our web site or at the Extension Office. SUPERINTENDENT, continued from page 1 Sunfield United more than $17,000 per year per individual in benefit and retirement savings. The Brethren plans ’50s Car Hop employees would be paid their regular salary by VBRDF and would return to their current positions in Maple Valley next year. Kramer said he met with the board’s labor and finance committee and while committee members did not oppose the plan, they expressed concern over the trend in the state toward jobbing out admin­ istrative positions and what kind of effect it could have on the retirement system. Kramer said he told the committee that as things stand now with the retire­ ment system, this trrend does not not hurt them, however, if it continues to grow, things may change. “Until then, this would benefit us and two of our administrators... I’m not Minttk Qui Hflfaasiili ife fe fe, fat kz- ft,Wft,ii i es .'is®. HER W'SllHK ta h it hipfflla M ;fce anal fwnl ft i Rd w 5 I te W &i miIWbi Ik k.bMMi* ■ jlitOteH saves ilk W to fa Mt Ma Leadership group wins award Maple Valley Leadership was honored with a certificate for volunteer work at Thornapple Manor. Accepting the award on behalf of the group were (from left) Christina Hill, Amy Abbott and Lindsey Kersjes. Local America & Me essay contest winners announced gi ifllsja* boa kF sure they will accept, but for now they are very inter­ ested,” said Kramer in the memo he presented to board members at least week’s regular meeting. Kramer said that he dis­ closed the Davenport and Black’s names during the meeting because he believes in being open and forthcoming with the public, however he hopes that the public will not put any undo pressure on the t administrators while they are makng a very personal decision. In other business the school board: • Agreed to hire Kingscott & Associates Architect Firm from Kalamazoo as the districts architect. Kramer noted that after the results of the investigation of storm dam­ age to the new wing of the school revealed that it may have been caused in part due to a design flaw that board members and people from the community said they felt it was time to hire a new architectural firm to consult with regarding potenial building projects in the future • Approved the purchase of the two portable class­ rooms, currently installed behind the high school, which were used as tempo­ rary classrooms after the storm damaged several classrooms last fall. The building will be purchase from Satelitte Shelters Inc. for a total cost of $12,225. • Gave preliminary approval to a plan to develop local partnerships to create opportunities for the building trades program. Years ago the building Three student from Maple Valley Jr. High School have been named local winners in the 36th annual America & Me essay contest, and the essay by the first place win­ ner went on to earn honors as one ofthe top ten in the state. The students who earned awards for their school are Erica Myers, first; Aleena Hamilton, second; and Laken Bender, third. Myers’ first place essay was entered into the state level competition and captured ninth-place honors. As a winner in the state level competition, Myers will receive a plaque, $250 in cash, a $259 savings bond and will be honored May 17 at a banquet in Lansing, where she will meet with the state’s top governmental leaders and be a featured guest at a Lansing Lugnuts minor league baseball game Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. 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The topic of this year’s con­ test was “My American Hero.” Myers said she wrote her winning essay about her father, Ter Myers, “because, he is always there for me.” Hamilton, selected her aunt, Tina Yost, as the topic for her essay, “She has always been a role-model for me and I look up to her because she is so successful; she went to college and now has a career as a magistrate.” Bender wrote her essay about Harriet Tubman,” She helped a lot of people and was very brave.” trades program built a house each year; but that got to be too expensive and if the house didn’t sell right away, it was a financial burden to the school. The plan now is to work with a local bank, a local business and a local builder and build two modest “starter homes” homes in the Nashville area over the next two years. If the plan is successful, the school would offer the same part­ nership plan in Vermontville and alternate every two years. Members of the board’s physical facilities commit­ tee have already met with Nashville businessman Jerry Reese, who proposed a partnership with himself, Hometown Lumber and Hastings City Bank and various local contractors. Committee membershope to get the board’s final approval in May so work can begin on preparing the foundation of the home and gathering the materials needed to start work when the students return to their classes in the fall. Sunfield United Brethren Church will have its first annual Car Hop Friday, May 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. Organizers are inviting the public to come and re-live the 1950s with car hops taking orders and serving the food to customers in their cars. There will be classic 1950 music and classic 1950 cars. Owners of ’50s-era cars are invited to bring them to the Car Hop. Dinners are invited to bring along lawn chairs if they don’t want to eat in the car. They are also invited to dress in the ‘50s era, with poodle skirts and saddle shoes The menu will include grilled hot dogs, chili dogs, chips, orange drink, root beer, ice cream, coffee and water. A fee will donation for the meal will be used to buy supplies for the church’s Kentucky Mission trip in June. The rain date is Friday, May 20. Sunfield United Brethren is located on M-43 west of Sunfield by Wills IGA. Open for lunch and dinner Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Cocktails Available Daily Lunch Features with Specialty Sandwiches and Salads Ribs, Steaks and Pastas by Chef Tim Tyler Alsofeaturing Tim comes to Mulberry Gardens with 20 years of experience A Special Thank ou to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Officers ofthe Corporation, Producers, Chairpersons of various activities and events. To the businesses and individuals thatpurchased memberships, sponsors oftheparade, churches, clubs and groups that tookpart in making the Maple Syrup 65th Festival a success! 06607883 Eugene Fisher, President �Just Say y “As Advertised in the Maple p Valley y News” Tuesday, y, April p 26,, 2005 — Page g 6 Bauer Nature Sanctuary to be dedicated May 7 Delton family happy to be sanctuary will be easily accessible to the public through a 1/4-mile upper loop and a 1/4-mile lower loop at the base of the steep by Sandra Ponsetto “high banks” that give High Staff Writer Banks Creek its name. Morris and Christina Lori Phalen, co-executive director, Barry Conservation Curtis and their four chil­ District,” said “The Barry dren, Kaitelyn VanMeter, 9, Joe VanMeter, 8, Ashley Conservation District ap­ Curtis, 4, and Hayden Curtis, plauds the foresight and ded­ 3, have lived ip Delton most ication of landowners like of their lives, but they are the Angell-Bauer Trust, to happy to be moving to forever protect their proper­ Nashville where Habitat for ties in Barry County. Their Humanity is making their commitment to conserve and dream of owning their own protect their land with the home a reality. Southwest Michi-gan Land “We couldn’t afford to Conservancy is such a gener-buy a home,” said Christina. ous gift. It’s a gift that will “We’ve always rented, but help protect water quality for it’s hard to find someone everyone and protect the nat- who is willing to rent to you ural features and quality when you have four children. open space that make Barry It’s also hard to find someCounty such a very special thing that is in your price range and in an area where place.” The Gertrude McPharlin you would want to live.” She noted that her family Bauer Nature Sanctuary is located on the west side of has moved to different rental Barryville Road, about 1/2 homes four or five times. “We moved to Kalamazoo mile south of M-79, four miles west of Nashville, and once, but that only lasted two months before we moved seven miles east of Hastings. back here because it was too busy down there,” said Christina, who has worked as a nurse’s aide at Thomapple Manor in Hastings for four years, while Mo stays home to take care of the children. “Nashville is a small town like Delton, so I don’t think it will be a busy place like In last week’s edition of Nashville Area Red Cross Kalamazoo. It’s also a lot the Maple Valley News the Blood Drive chairwoman closer to where I work. I’ll name of one the winners of Dorene Dean said that last only have to drive half the Fuller Street Elementary’s month’s blood drive was a distance.” March is Reading Month success, as 51 donors came in Mo and Christina and the Bookmark Contest was inad­ and 47 good pints of blood children have already been vertently omitted. Ellie were collected. out to Nashville to help with Alexander was the first per­ April was the first month the construction and finishson on the left in the front the blood drive was held at its ing of their new home. They row. new location at the Mulberry have put time in at the Gardens banquet facility in Habitat store in Hastings and Nashville and all donors were helped serve at the Habitat able to put their name in for a for Humanity dinner which special drawing. Randi was held at the Methodist Frizlie of Nashville won a Church in Hastings earlier this month. free round of 18 holes of golf “As soon as. we found out with cart at the Mulberry we were selected, we were Fore Golf Course. out there the next week help­ The following donors ing with the painting, carpet­ •iS2& 66 HV^., sJASHVIU-6, Ml earned milestone pins in ing and drywall,” said SI7-8S2-O39I April: Leroy Brownfield, Christina. “The kids have HOURS.* 10-6 TUES./SAT. gallons; three George helped too. They helped pick Cheeseman, seven gallons; up the pieces of drywall and &rin1<? ikI this cojPom For Joyce Rathbom, six gallons; they’re are going to help me 20% An)1? ITEAA Robert Starring, two gallons; Mike Visgar, four gallons; Gayle Wetzel, six gallons; come see us For auMark Zimmerman, five gal­ VOUR HOME DECOR MEEDS lons. The next Nashville area check out our mew amd Red Cross Blood drive is verv umiciue coffee shop scheduled for Thursday, June WE CARRS' COJMTRs' DSCOR 9, at Mulberry Gardens. Peace United Methodist Donors must be 17 years of Church will observe both a age or older, weigh at least 125th and 35th anniversary 110 lbs. and be in reasonably with a morning worship 06608105 service at 9:45 a.m. Sunday, good health. May 5, with District Superintendent Rev. Benton Heisler as the speaker. A potluck luncheon will follow at approximately 11:20 a.m. In 1880, both the former Barryville Methodist (517) 501 N. Main, Protestant and the North 852'1985 Maple Grove Evangelical Nashville, MI United Brethren Churches were established. It was almost 35 years ago, in December 1970, both Dining • Carry Out • Delivery churches united together to Hudsonville Ice Cream form Peace United Methodist Church. Everyone is invited to attend the special celebra­ tion, especially those who have been a part of any one Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am of the three congregations. Those who attend the lunch- The Gertrude McPharlin Bauer Nature Sanctuary in Castleton Township will be formally dedicated and opened to the public at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 7. Area residents are invited to attend the event along with volunteers and mem­ bers of the Southwest Michigan Land Conser­ vancy (SWMLC). A short walk to view native wild­ flowers will follow the dedi­ cation. The Gertrude McPharlin Bauer Nature Sanctuary was gifted to SWMLC when the Angell-Bauer Trust dis­ solved in 2004. This natural area was beloved by former Barry County Prosecuting Attorney Max Bauer and his wife, Millie. The sanctuary was named for Bauer’s mother, Gertrude McPharlin Bauer. The property contains a wetland and a spectacular woodland, with steep ravines that drop 100 feet. Many beech and maple trees are over two feet in diameter, and there are more than 20 species of trees. The 20-acre preserve is regarded as par­ ticularly beautiful during the spring wildflower display and vibrant during autumn Correction: when leaves change color. Bauer, a conservationist, enjoyed the panoramic vistas along High Banks Creek and decided to protect the prop­ erty by keeping it nature. He planted evergreens in the flatter 10-acre section and, because he loved wildlife, had a large bird feeder built to hold 50 pounds of bird seed. According to Delton resi­ dent Melvin Goebel, former board member ofthe AngellBauer Trust, Bauer loved the sound ofthe gurgling springs so much that in his last year, no longer able to walk the steep ravines of the springs, Goebel and wife Alberta walked it for Bauer. They tape-recorded the sounds and brought the recorded gur­ gling springs for Bauer to enjoy. Goebel said, “Max loved animals of all kinds, espe­ cially deer and birds. He fed birds all year long, and I would sometimes help lug 50-pound bags of bird seed to that feeder. He also had special lean-to shelters built for deer. Max would put ears of com under the shelters for the deer to eat. “The Bauers loved this place. It was a sanctuary for wildlife, and a place where the Bauers could go and escape into the natural beau­ ty of Barry County. It was then that they decided the property would be forever protected and available for all people in Barry County to enjoy its beauty.” Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy volunteers have held several workdays to complete trails so that the in Nashville Habitat home Nashville’s blood drive nets 47 pints KOJhJTR*? The Curtis family from Delton has been selected to receive the Habitat for Humanity Home that is being built in Nashville. Family members are (from left) Morris Curtis, holding Hayden Curtis, Joe VanMeter, Kaitelyn VanMeter and Christina Curtis, holding Ashley Curtis. plant flowers and things. “Helping to build a new home like this makes you want to take care of it because you know how much work went into it,” said Christina. She said the kids are excit­ ed about moving to their own home three-bedroom home in Nashville. “They’ve been there to help out and already picked out their rooms and we drove them over to see the school. It’s a good opportunity for them to meet their new neighbors and once we move they won’t have to change schools again.” Christina said her family is very thankful that they were selected for the Habitat Home this year. “We applied two years ago, and when we didn’t get a home, we didn’t apply again. Then last month Floyd Fisher (a member of the Habitat for Humanity selec­ tion committee) remembered us and asked us to apply again and three or four days later we found out that the board had picked us,” she said. “With this house our bills will be cut in half and we would be able to get newer vehicles and do more things with the kids. When we make a payment it will be on our own home instead of going into someone else’s pocket and when we plant flowers or paint our rooms we’ll be doing it for our­ selves, not the next person who rents the place.” Peace United Methodist to mark 2 anniversaries GOOD TIME All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet eon are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own table service. Beverages will be furnished. Peace United Methodist Church is located at 6043 East M-79 Highway at the comer of M-79 and Barryville Road. For more information, call (517) 852-1993. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 26,2005 — Page 7 The Revue to present ‘Annie, Jr Speakers at the methamphetamine awaresss program, which was held at Maplewood Elementary, answer questions from the audience. Meth awareness meeting in Vermontville a success Sheridan Saunders as Annie and Austin Coplin as Daddy Warbucks in a scene from The Revue’s upcoming production of “Annie, Jr. The Revue is celebrating its 10th anniversary by pre­ senting the children’s musi­ cal “Annie, Jr.,” which will be performed solely by 52 children in grades 2-8. Sheridan Saunders from Lake Odessa plays Annie and Austin Coplin from Maple Valley plays Warbucks. Other cast mem- bers come from Hastings, located at 211 S. Main St. Charlotte, Nashville, across from the fire station. Vermontville and Woodland. Tickets are available at the The cast is practicing for door or by reservation by the shows that will be on calling (269) 367-4455 or eMay 6-8 and 13-15. Friday m a i ’ I i n g and Saturday shows are therevue 1 @yahoo.com. scheduled for 7 p.m. and the Cost is adults $8, seniors Sunday shows are at 3 p.m. citizens/students $7, and at the air-conditioned children 12 and under, $5. Vermontville Opera House, •in Approximately 80 Vermontville and area resi­ dents attended a metham­ phetamine awareness meet­ ing in the all-purpose room at Maplewood Elementary School earlier this month. Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines organized and held the meeting for residents from the Vermontville area due to local citizens' concerns about the increase ofmeth labs in the area. Along with SheriffRaines, other speakers included Eaton County Judge Thomas Eveland, Eaton County Assistant Prosecutor Kevin Tyrell, Lt. Tim Gill of the Tri-County Metro Narcotics Squad and Michigan State Police Trooper Brody Boucher. Boucher gave a Power Point presentation, illustrat­ ing meth lab indicators and how methamphetamine is produced. Deputy Don Haga of the Eaton County Sheriff Department was present to field any questions as a result of his recent investigations of meth labs in the Vermontville area. The entire presentation lasted about two hours and informational packets were given to the residents. The handouts indicated the signs of a possible meth lab, along with the symptoms of meth use. The speakers then answered questions from the attendees. Raines said he would like other areas interested in a meth awareness presentation to contact his office. He stat­ ed, "It is well-informed citi­ zens that can assist law enforcement when the citi­ zen is able to recognize the signs that may indicate a possible Meth lab in the area." 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Her and Johnson won the discus teammate Jessica McMillen with a throw of 118’10”. took the 1600-meter run in Delton’s winners in the field were Tyler Smith and 6:22.47. Delton Kellogg’s only two Stephen Rising. Smith won runners to win individual the shot put with a throw of events were Ingle and Santa 39’2”, and Rising the high Dimante. Ingle took the 800- jump by clearing 5’10”. The teams split the two meter run in 2:32.8. Dimante finished the 3200-meter run relays, with Maple Valley in 15:07.13, only competing winning the 800- and 400against teammate Laura meter events and DK taking Crookston who finished in the 1600- and 3200-meter relay races. 17:11.13. Friday, the Lion ladies The Delton Kellogg boys fared better in the field than won the Olivet Invitational their female teammates, but by besting second place Coldwater by 12 points. not on the scoreboard. Joostbems and Tobias Maple Valley senior dis­ tance runner Akok Malek were the only Lions to win was the only athlete to take individual events. Joostbems victories in more than one took the high jump with a individual event, winning the new meet record by clearing 1600-meter run in 4:51.8 and 5’4. Tobias edged out team­ the 3200 in 10:35. mate Alisha Felmlee to win The Lions did much of the 100-meter dash in 13.97 their damage to Delton in the seconds. short races. Jason Beardslee They weren’t the only took the 110-meter high hur­ Lion champions on the day. dles in 16:02 seconds, Adam Felmlee teamed with Kristen Lamphere won the 100- VanZandt, Lauren Pierce, meter dash in 11.28 seconds, and Dani Christensen to win Jason Wood won the 200- the 800-meter relay in meter dash in 23.81 seconds, 1:57.4. and Ken Cams took the 300meter hurdles in 42.52 sec­ onds. Delton took the middle distance races with Dan Roberts winning the 400meter dash in 54.39 seconds and Paul Diaz winning the 800 in 2:15.5. by Brett Bremer In the field, Matt Sports Editor Gordeneer won the pole All the hours of work vault for Valley by clearing Maple Valley senior Amy Abbott have put in haven’t just been leading up to the Member of Greater Lansing Association of moment last week when she Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; a> could sign a National Letter Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service = of Intent to run for the Grand Valley State University track and field teams. 227 N- MAIN ST., NASHVILLE - MLS She has some unfinished Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com business at the high school Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI level too. 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Call Jerry fir sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-105) (H-106V She four-stepped a year The team of Ashley A 33-12 scoring advan­ tage in the field events pow­ Imerzel, Haines, Wilfinger, ered the Maple Valley varsi­ and Alaniz won the 400ty girls’ track and field team meter relay with a time of to a 74-62 win at Delton 1:52.74. The Delton girls ended the day with the team Kellogg Tuesday afternoon. Katee Hogoboom, The Lion ladies outscored of the Panthers in four of the Williams, Wilfinger, and five field events. Jordan Ingle winning the 1600Haines scored the lone meter relay in 4:27.2. The Lions took the top Panther victory by leaping two spots in the high jump, 14’2.75 in the long jump. The Maple Valley boys discus, and pole vault Jenny Ellison took high also won at Delton, 84-53. Lion senior Amy Abbott honors in the high jump by continued her outstanding clearing 5’1, with teammate spring, winning the 100- Amy Joostbems in second meter dash in 13.19 seconds, place at 5’. Ellison finished the 100-meter hurdles in second in the pole vault by 17.12 seconds, and the 300- clearing 8’6, while teammate meter hurdles in 50.33 sec­ Tara Gordenski won the event by making it over the onds. The Panthers stayed close bar at 9’1. Kayleigh Browne won to the Lions by winning all both throwing events. Her four relay races. Heather Millard, Kathryn throw of 104’11 beat out Goy, Rachael Williams, and Joostbems of 98’7 in the dis­ Marissa Ingle teamed up to cus. Delton scored a second take the 3200-meter relay in place finish in the shot put 10:41.28. Alex Alaniz, thanks to Kelly McIntyre’s Kristen Wilfinger, Katie throw of 27’1. Browne won Smoczynski, and Haines the event with a throw of 35’. Dhanielle Tobias also won took the 800-meter relay in two events for Maple Valley, 1:52.74. Maple Valley finished with 131.5 team points, ahead of Coldwater 119.5, Bath 103, Olivet 83, Coloma 69, and Laingsburg 47. The Lions run at Bellevue against the Broncos and Morrice Orioles this after­ noon in the first SMAA meet of the season, then Friday with participate in Parma Western’s Ralph Rice Relays. Lion soccer drops second SMAA game The Maple Valley varsity girls’ soccer team suffered a pair of tough defeats last week. The Lansing Christian Pilgrims topped the Lions 9­ 0 at the Fuller Field. A poor first half by the Lions allowed the Pilgrims to net six goals. The Lions tightened things up in the next 40 minutes and allowed only three goals. The Valley girls now have an 0-2 Southern Michigan Athletic Association record. Maple Valley had a couple too many defensive lapses in Monday’s contest at Springport too, losing 6-1. The Spartans scored two goals in the first half, then tallied the first two of the second half before the Lions got on the board. Some fine hustle by Sarah Ellison moved the ball into position where Chelsea Shoemaker could put a shot past the Spartan keeper. Springport closed out the game with two more unan­ swered goals. The Lions continue their season this week with a trip to Dansville on Wednesday. Maple Valley hosted Lakewood Monday in a non­ conference clash, and will be at home again next Monday against Delton Kellogg. Abbott clears first collegiate hurdle, a few left at Valley Maple Valley senior Amy Abbott is all smiles after signing her National Letter of Intent to run track for the Grand Valley State University Laker team after graduat­ ing from MVHS this spring. (Photo by Brett Bremer) ago, and is hoping to trim some time by three-stepping the hurdles this year. At this point, she’d like to be able to three and a half-step if she could. Abbott’s preparation does­ n’t end on the track. She competed in the State Powerlifting Championships at Plainwell on March 18 and qualified for state by taking first place at the Powerlifting tournament on March 12th in Vassar. She took third in the state by squatting 235 lbs, bench­ ing 120 lbs, and also dead lifted 275 lbs. Grand Valley isn’t just a great fit for Abbott athleti­ cally. She has been taking an introduction to sports medi­ cine through the vocational­ education program at Lansing Community College, and wants to learn about athletic training at GVSU. BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician §§I 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available �’llhh 1/ hT€heMMaPalpeleV MaPalpeleV ValalellyeyN Newesw,sN, Nasahsvhivl N, Nasahsvhivl T, uTeusedsadya,yA, Aprpilri2l A, Aprpilri2l 2,200505 — PaPgaege9 ThT€heM ValalellyeyN Newesw,s leill,eleill,eT, uTeusedsadya,y 62,662,62,200505 — —— PaPgaege9 99 Lions get first two SMAA wins, but fall to Red Raiders Brett Bremer lW? i.UclL Sports Editor A pitch doesn’t have to zip along at 100 m.p.h. to be effective. In seven full innings the Portland Red Raiders couldn’t figure out Lion one loss, and little Lion defense did a lot for Portland in the second game al 5-2 romp. The Lions made four errors in game one, but weren’t hurt by them. Portland had a runner on JiH ns Maple Valley second baseman Ben Boss fires to first for an out in the first inning of game one against Portland on Thursday afternoon. (Photo by Brett Bremer) junior Adam Gonser’s slow curve, as they mum­ bled to themselves in the dugout, “it’s going like 25 miles per hour.” Gonser allowed just four hits and one earned runs, but Maple Valley’s offense went silent in a 1-0 loss in game on of a double head­ er with Portland Thursday afternoon. A little defense did a lot for the Lions in the game EWING WELL base in every inning, final­ ly pushing across a run in the top of the sixth. Gonser did hit two batters, and that cost him in the sixth before giving up the game win­ ning RBI on a single. Lion catcher Keith Lackscheide had a good game behind the plate and made three great catches chasing down foul balls. The Lion offense just couldn’t get anything going against one of the toughest pitchers they’ll face all year, Portland’s Justin Babbitt. Babbitt matched Gonser’s performance, allowing just three hits and one walk. Maple Valley never had more than one base runner in any inning. Chris Morris had a double in the bottom of the second inning, Chad Tait a single in the fourth, and Andrew Ashcraft a single in the seventh to add some drama at the end of the game. Following Ashcraft’s one-out single, Morris and Ben Boss flew out to oppo­ site sides of the outfield, with the Portland left field­ er making a diving catch along the line to put away Boss for the final out. Ashcraft took the mound to start game two, and the Red Raiders jumped on him, scoring eight runs in the first two innings. The Lions didn’t do their pitch­ er any favors, committing five errors in the first two innings. After three Red Raider walks to open the fourth, Morris came on to relieve Ashcraft, but with the big start to the inning Portland pushed across seven more runs. The Lions scored their first run of the day in the bottom of the fourth, to extend the game an inning. Morris led off the home half with a walk, then was doubled home by Drew Kersjes. _ Kersjes also had a twoout RBI single in the bot­ tom of the fifth that scored Rusty Harris from second. Harris had a two-out single that was followed by a walk to Morris. The Lions had better luck Tuesday, winning two for the first time in the Southern Miichiiggan Athletic Association this season. Maple Valley improved to 2-2 in the league by topping Webberville 11-1 and 14­ 6. Fox earned the win on the mound in game one, and was also 1-2 at the plate with two RBI’s. The Lions jumped on the Spartans with six runs in the first inning and three more in the second for a commanding 9-0 lead. Garrett VanEngen was 1-3 with three RBI’s for Valley, Morris was 1-3 with 2 RBI’s, David Scurlock was 2-2 with an RBI, and Gonser had a hit and an RBI. The Lions did their dam­ Maple Valley’s Andrew Ashcraft fires towards the age at the end ofgame two. The two teams entered the plate in the first inning of the second game of fifth inning tied at two, Thursday’s double header with the Portland Red until the Valley offense Raiders in Vermontville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) exploded for four runs in the fifth, five in the sixth, and five more in the sev­ enth. Kersjes earned the victo­ ry on the mound, while also going 3-5 at the plate with five RBI’s. Harris, gears to State Farm VanEngen, Boss, Scurlock, and Gonser were all 2-4 in game two. Scurlock’s afternoon up to 40%. included a pair of doubles and two RBI’s. 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Interested applicants should submit a letter ofapplication and resume to Maple Valley Schools Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml 49096 by 4:00 p.m. on May 6,2005. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, April 26,2005 — Page 10 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945- The Maple Valley girls’ 14-and-under AAU basketball team finished the season with a record of 17 wins and only one defeat. Team members are, front from left, Shawndenae Rost, Jorden Beachmau, Page Semrau, Kayla Shaw, Lindsay Mudge, back, coach Kevin Rost, Christian Main, Lizzy Stewart, Leslee Rigelman, Hana Hunt, and coach Mike Beachmau. Valley girls go 17-1 with great defense A group of 14-and-under Maple Valley girls finished their season with a 17-1 record playing at the CourtHouse. They played in six friendship tournaments, which ।consisted of three games each on Saturdays, losing just once when they were bumped up an age division. The highlight of their season was in the final weekend, when they were moved up to the 14-year old division, rather than the 14-and-under division. They lost by just one point in the first contest, then came back to win the next two games in over­ time. The girls positive atti­ tudes and outstanding man­ to-man defense led the way to the successful season. On offense, they scored as many as 57 points in one game, and showed their mettle by winning half their games by five points or less The Maple Valley girls succeeded despite a slow start to the season. They had just five girls for the team’s first two contests and only six for the third, playing ten minute quarters. Christian Main is the team’s only eighth grader, the team was made up of Main, six seventh graders, and two sixth graders. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics Gardens Restaurant Sunday, May 8 MOTHER’S DAY Enjoy your special day at Mulberry Gardens Restaurant. 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AMISH DROP LEAF KITCHEN TABLE with 3 BLACK DIRT 10 yard deliv­ chairs, in excellent condition, ered, $110; fill sand 10 yard $500 obo. (269)948-0502 load delivered, $70 to Hast­ ings, Nashville, Woodland; IONIA FREE FAIR ON also bulldozing, call SALEJuly NOW: TOP --SFriday, 22:nd.ZZBROOK r&- (269)948-2909. DUNN - Saturday, July 23rd. NEWSBOYS Mon­ day, July 25th. TIM McGRAW - Thursday, July 28th. Starticketsplus.com 1-800-585-3737 at all Meijer Stores. FLUTE LESSONS /TUTORING in your home. Summer, mid May m ay too m mid August. ugus. Bee­ ginners, intermediate or advanced. Flexible hours. Contact Jessica Julijis, (269)762­ 0542. Credentials and refer­ ences on request. SLEIGH BED: queen cherry wood with pillowtop mat-HANDY MAN SERVICES: tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 complete home repair, decks, garages, additions, Commission of Aging Household concrete, window cleaning. Cold Meal Chuck, (517)852-0224 $100 PILLOWTOP QUEEN Wednesday, April 27 Homemade egg salad mattress set (in plastic). MISDEMEANORS, UN­ tomato salad, apricots, whole Brand new, never used! CONTESTED DIVORCE, King, $150. (517)719-8062 wills, trusts, elder laws. wheat crackers. Chapter #7 bankruptcy. At­ Thursday, April 28 $195 WOOD FOUR POST torney orney u Judy Singleton Chef’s salad, macaroni BED (new) with king pillow- (517)852-9351. salad, pears. Meals on top mattress set. Cost $1,000. (517)204-0600 Wheels only. Miscellaneous Friday, April 29 FREE INSTALLED DISH Garage Sale Tuna pasta salad, coleslaw, NETWORK SYSTEMS:'Call 2 FREE GARAGE SALE M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. fruit parfait. Monday, May 2 signs with your ad that runs Ground bologna, garbonzo in any of our papers. Get Lawn & Garden an salad ics, 1351 bean salad, applesauce applesauce, whole whole them at J-Ad Graphics, BULK SWEET CORN SEED N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At wheat bread. IN STOCK: 7 varieties to the front counter. Tuesday, May 3 choose from. Caledonia Farmers Elevator, (616)374­ Wing dings, three bean Automotive 8061 salad, peaches, dinner roll. 2001 CADILLAC SLS: silver exterior, gray leather interi-FLOWERS, FLOWERS, FLOWERS, FLOWERS, Hearty Meals Site and or^ power windows, power FLOWERS! Open May 5th HDM Noon Meal locks, heated seats (front & with wt aa marvelous marve ous selection seec on back), CD/tape player, Bose including Geraniums, AngeWednesday, April 27 Scalloped potatoes with stereo system, Onstar sys-Ionia, Bacopa, Diasda, ham, spinach, fruit compote, tem. Excellent condition in- Nemesia, Whisper Petunias side & out, regular mainte- and lots of other spedals. dinner roll. nance. Only 56,000 miles. MARY'S COUNTRY GAR­ Thursday, April 28 You don't want to miss this DEN, 4260 Velte Road, Volunteer Luncheon. All rare deal. Asking $18,750 Woodland. Phone (269)367­ sites closed. Meals on Wheels obo. Call (269)948-0502.. 4830. - Roast beef, mashed pota­ For Rent GARDEN TILLING, brush toes, mixed veg., peaches. NICE hog & small loader work. Friday, April 29 NASHVILLE: bedroom Betts Lawn & Services, 2 Scrambled eggs, pancake, l,200SQ.FT., with large (517)726-0938. country potatoes, spiced apartment screened-in sun porch, cen­ apples, orange juice. CARE: mowing, tral air, new stove & refriger- LAWN Monday, May 2 ator, black top drive, no pets, Spring clean up, rototilling. Chicken parmesan, cauli- available available after after May May 1st, 1st, Chuck, (517)852-0224. flower, zucchini, pasta, cook-$575/month, first & last YOU WANT QUALITY at ie. months rent, (269)749-4102. affordable prices when you Tuesday, May 3 Cheeseburger pocket, broc­ STORAGE UNITS AVAIL-buy printing.. Call J-Ad ABLE: 10x10, 10x15, 10x20. Graphics for everything from coli, carrots, mixed fruit. business cards and brochures (616)374-1200 Space. Events to newspapers and catalogs. Wednesday, April 27 Phone (269)945-9554 or stop Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. a.m., card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails. Woodland, Puzzle/Trivia; Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Vermontville, MI Thursday, April 28 Volunteer Luncheon. All CANOPY SALES & RENTALS sites closed. Friday, April 29 - Hastings, bingo. Nashville, Granny’s Kids. Woodland, visiting. Monday, May 2 - Hastings, May Bi Birthday Party; Card Making,, 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, Nashville 5 10:30 a.m. Delton, Bingo. H,W,N, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Reminiscence Center. Self Services: You pick it up & return it Tuesday, May 3 - Hastings Eull Services: We set it up & take it down. Board Games; Line Dancing anc ng 9:30-11:30 :-: a.m.; Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Beginning Line Dancing, 1Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 2:30 p.m. __ 06605333 ^; Stonehill Farm THE TRAFFIC SCENE Vw® eMatiw {w tfadufo 14 (fewtA, % Real Estate ATTENTION HOME OWNERS & FIRST TIME BUYERS! Need extra cash? Wanting to do some spring home improvements? We can help! Good credit, Bad credit, Self Employed - We say Yes to all these. Call Christina Bishop at Security Mortgage, (269)795-2304 of­ fice or (269)838-9782 cell. KALKASKA COUNTY: 5.07 wooded acres 5 miles south­ east -of Torch Lake. Drive­ way and cleared site. County maintained blacktop road, underground electric & telephone, natural gas. $39,900, $1,000 down, $450 month, 11% land contract. www.northemlandco.com. orern a Northern Land Company, 1800-968-3118. w Mu May 9-26,2005 Segment II Class June 6-23,2005 May 3-5,2005 g To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 26,2005 — Page 11 Hickey Farms took second place in the commercial division of the parade on Saturday. SCHOOL MENUS Vermontville Village Council President Doug Kelsey is presented with a check for for the streetscape project which is slated to begin this spring. Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, April 27 Nachos, green beans, applesauce, trail mix, 1/2 pt milk. Thursday, April 28 Pizza, pear halves, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, April 29 Sack lunch day. PB&J, Falling temperatures and snow didn't daunt some of push-up, juice, pudding cup, the venders at the craft sale at Maplewood Elementary 1/2 pt. milk. School in Vermontville. Monday, May 2 Ravioli, roll, green beans, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, May 3 Nachos, carrot sticks, fresh fruit, pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. is fife lif® Js his, ~ lifeJ ~ ^M raj fflfiij W iBlfe iuhfeCffibh bn;h ; r D®le’ and lots of ota jpai ** motto o iWfeWlteMf I! ffl. ■ MB TM " ■"ittisrfliiiiktrai tisrfliiiiktrai *,»Ms tai i »___ l® IAWN ® ** ®?’ Sm dffl 'I* MfflS® 1st >*&?< >&?< 15 15** u# The 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen and her court are presented with flowers and charms from the Vermontville Womens Club. 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 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Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday. April 26,2005 — Page 12 Neither rain, nor snow, nor sleet ... by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Despite unseasonably cold temperatures that brought a rain and snow mix into Maple Valley Saturday morning. Vermontville cele­ brated its 65th annual Maple Syrup Festival, complete with the children’s parade, arts and crafts show, flea market, carnival rides and games and the grand parade and concerts by the high school bands and choirs and other local talent. The Maple Valley High School jazz band, one of the first acts on the festival stage Saturday morning gamely braved the wind, rain and snow Saturday morning to play a full set which they closed with a jazz rendition of “Jingle Bells," as a playful nod to the inclement weath­ er. The Glen Erin bagpipe band, a perennial festival favorite, had to cancel its performance on the festival stage on Saturday morning due to the weather condi­ tions; however, members were on hand in the after­ noon and bravely marched in the frigid wind. Dhanielle Tobias, the 2005 Vermontville Maple Syrup festival queen and members of her court, Pamela Cook, Nicolette Dunn, Amanda Kirchhoff and Samantha Maloney, were bundled up in winter coats as they waved to the sparse crowds that lined Main Street in Nashville for the Grand Parade. Approximately three dozen hardy souls wearing winter coats, hats and mittens, swathed in blankets and holding umbrellas sat in the normally packed stands across from the festival stage to watch the Grand Parade Saturday afternoon. Other spectators who lined the street ducked into stores with their young children to keep warm at intervals during the parade. Vermontville Township Supervisor Russ Laverty, who served as the parade announcer said that entries in this year’s parade were down a little due to last minute can­ cellations, many of which were related to the weather. The Maple Valley High School Jazz Band members closed their set with "Jingle Bells" in a playful nod to the unseasonable waether that kept the stands nearly empty. These people huddle beneath blankets and umbrellas waiting for the parade to begin. The band boosters serve up fresh hot pancakes to people brave enough to line up outside the fires station Saturday morning. The Maple Syrup festival queen and her court wave to the crowd during the Grand Parade. FROST HEATING & COOLING Call for Quality, Value & Service Classifieds 219 S. State in Nashville 945-9554 or 517-852-0882 LUMBER t HARDWARE Free Estimates ww.hometownlumber.com _________ Mon, thru Sat, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm 06605624 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 1-800-870-7085 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-05-03.pdf 813b66ad751080ffe9302f3af0aedc67 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY . 121S CHURCH ST "ASWN6S Ml 49058-IQ) Published by J-Ad Gr^ hics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 18, May 3, 2005 Polls open ‘til 8 p.m. today in school board, ISD votes Allison Avery Barb Byington by Sandra Ponsetto dates have increased the cost of special education pro­ Registered voters in the grams. In the EISD, only Maple Valley School 48% of those costs are cov­ District are being reminded ered by state and federal to cast their ballots in the funding, which means that regular school election money must be diverted today, Tuesday, May 3. from’ the general education They are being asked to program to pay for the decide the fate of three can­ increased costs of special didates vying for two, two- education programs. year trustee seats on the The EISD has reported Maple Valley Board of that during the 2003-2004 Education and a 1.25-mill fiscal year, $5.8 million was property tax increase pro­ taken from local general edu­ posed by the Eaton County cation budgets to cover Intermediate School District unfunded special education (EISD) to fund special edu­ costs. Ifpassed, the proposed cation programs for five millage would provide $2.8 years. million per year in direct Voters in the Charlotte, funding for special education Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge programs. The EISD esti­ and Potterville school dis­ mates that the millage would tricts, as well as Maple raise $289,485 a year for Valley, will determine special education programs whether or not the proposed in the Maple Valley School EISD millage increase will District. The proposed mill­ be put into effect. age increase would cost a The state and federal gov­ homeowner $62.50 per year ernment requires that all for each $100,000 in market public school districts and value or about $5.20 per ISDs provide special pro­ month. grams for students with men­ In the race for the two tal, physical and emotional trustee seats on the Maple disabilities and new man- Valley School Board, incumStaff Writer Wayne Curtis bents Allison Avery and Wayne Curtis are joined on the ballot with newcomer Barb Byington. • Allison Avery has had the longest tenure on the board. “I am finishing my ninth year. When I started, I was appointed to finish the last year of someone else’s term. Then I ran for the seat and was elected and ran for a sec­ ond time and was elected again,” said Avery, who is a teacher in the Lakewood School District. “This is my way to be involved and help our community and schools,” she added. “I think I have a unique perspective because not many people teach in one school district then serve on the school board in the dis­ trict where their kids go to school. I think it gives me advantage, although it some­ times makes making deci­ sions a little harder, because I can see things from the viewpoint of a parent, an educator and a board member.” Dwindling state funds is the biggest issue currently facing Maple Valley Schools according to Avery. “The financial issue is so large; its a huge driving force in a lot of the decisions we make,” said Avery. “It seems harsh, but we’ve had to decide whether to cut pro­ grams or outsource some jobs, because so much money is being taken away from the schools. Nobody wants things taken away but the financial support from the state is decreasing. As a board we’re trying to do what we can to keep from having to cut programs for students in our district.” Avery said she has enjoyed her tenure with the board and looks forward to another term. “What I have loved about working with this board for nine years is that nobody has an agenda. They are all there for the kids; they are there to help,” she said. • Local businessman Wayne Curtis, an incumbent who has been on the board for eight years, said he is running for re-election because he wants to help ensure the continued quality of education in Maple Valley. “I still have kids in school in Maple Valley, elementary, junior and senior high school, so I guess you could say I have a vested interest in seeing the education in Maple Valley stays the same all the way through,’ he said. Curtis agrees that the states financial situation is the toughest issue facing Maple Valley at this time. “We have to make certain that we keep our finances in order and can provide the best education possible for our kids” he said. “We want Vermontville earns grant for $925,000 Michigan Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm has announced that a $925,000 in communi­ ty funding has been awarded to the Village of Vermontville for public infrastructure enhancements to make the downtown more attractive for residents, visi­ tors and businesses. "Bringing jobs and private investment to the center of our communities is a major part of creating ‘cool cities’ across Michigan," said The planned Granholm. improvements will help make downtown Vermontville a place people want to do business." The grant is being made available by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation with funds pro­ vided by the federal Community Development Block Grant program. Vermontville will use the funding for street repairs, storm sewer upgrades, new landscaping and lights along the village gateway. The project will create additional downtown parking and alleviate flooding problems the village faces during heavy rain storms. "We are pleased that the funds we are receiving from this grant will make a muchneeded impact on our central business district," district," said Vermontville Village President Doug Kelsey. "This money will allow us to make necessary improve­ ments that we otherwise could not afford to do. This is really a dream come true for the village.” The Michigan Economic Development Corporation the state's administers Community Development Block Grant funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. These funds are used to provide grants and loans to eligible coun- ties, cities, villages and townships, typically those with populations less than 50,000, for economic development, community development and housing projects. Larger communities receive block grant funds directly from the federal government. The Economic Development Corporation is able to award approximately $50 million in federal block grant funds each year. There are 1,655 local governments within the state eligible to apply for these funds. Projects are proved contingent on compliance with state and federal require­ ments. Quality public infrastructure is crucial for bringing expansion and job creation," MEDC President and CEO Don Jakeway said. "I commend village officials for securing this grant and working hard to improve their community. In her State of the State address this past winter, Granholm emphasized the importance of making Michigan a global economic powerhouse in the 21st century. Since last January the hgovernor and the MEDC have announced the creation or retention of more than 35,000 jobs as a result oftar­ geted assistance provided by the, MEDC. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, a partnership between the state and local communities, pro­ motes smart economic growth by developing strate­ gies and providing services to create and retain good jobs and a high quality of life. For more on MEDC initia­ tives and programs visit the web site at www.michigan.org to stay financially solvent and not have to make cuts in programming like a lot of schools around the state are doing. “I don’t see the economy changing much but we have a great school system here in Maple Valley, so we want to be careful with the way we handle money. We want to get the most ‘bang for our buck,”’ he said. • Challenger Barb Byington has never served on the school board, but has driven bus for the Maple Valley School District for more than ten years. She said she would like to serve on the board because she is interested in ensuring there are programs that would benefit underprivi­ leged students. “I know there must be pro­ grams out there for kids who don’t do well on the SAT tests, have a 4.0 and have grants to go to college. Programs and classes that would help the underprivi­ leged kids, like welding, auto mechanics and computers, See VOTE, page 4 Where to vote today: Because of the state’s new election consolidation legis­ lation there has been some confusion as to where to vote during today’s regular school election. While all registered voters in Eaton County may still cast their ballots at Maplewood Elementary, located at 170 Seminary St. in Vermontville, as they have in past elec­ tions residents in Barry County can cast their ballots at the following polling places: • Assyria Twp. Hall, 8090 Tasker Road, Bellevue. • Baltimore Twp. Hall, 3100 E. Dowling Road, Hastings. • Castleton Twp. Hall, 915 Reed Street, Nashville. • Hastings Charter Twp. Hall, 885 River Road, Hastings. • Maple Grove Twp. Hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville. The polls are open today from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nashville police chief Barnes reappointed With trustee Kimberly Knoll absent and one vacant seat, the Nashville Village Council approved the reap­ pointment of Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes in a 4-1 vote during last Thursday night’s regular council meeting. Trustee Ron Bracy did not give a reason for his dissent­ ing vote. The council members also had the reappointment of Zoning Administrator Dennis Newman on their agenda. However, they decided to table hiss reappointment until he could attend a council meeting. IIn other business, the Nashville Police Chief council appointed Knoll Garry Barnes the alternate to the cemetery board, Ron Ohler and Ben See CHIEF, page 6 Page to the zoning board of In This Issue • Essay contest winners announced • ‘Annie Jr.’ opens Friday. • Nashville calendars are now avail able • Last minute goal costs Lions at LHS • Lions put it together for pair of SMAA wins over Morrice �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 3,2005 — Page 2 CALENDAR OF EVENTS May 1-31 Extension office will be periodically closed during lunch, please call ahead. May 3 May 4 May 5 May 7 May 7 May 7 May 8 May 9 May 9 Essay contest winners announced Winners of the “America & Me" essay contest for Maple Valley Junior High School are (from left) Erica Myers, whose essay earned first place for locally and ninth place in the state competition; Aleena Hamilton, second place for Maple Valley Jr. High; and Laken Bender, third place Maple Valley Jr. High. (This was photo inadvertently was omitted from the story that ran in last week’s edition of the Maple Valley News). May 9 May 14 May 16 May 18 May 18 May 19 SCHOOL MENUS Poultry Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Maple Valley Extension Office. Elementary Menu Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Wednesday, May 4 Fair Board meeting rescheduled, 7:30 p.m., Cheesie bread sticks, Expo Center. spaghettios, applesauce, ani­ Rabbit/Cavy Clinic, 9 a.m.-noon, Prairieville mal crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Farm Days Farmers Hall of Fame Bldg., Milo Thursday, May 5 Road. Fuller - H. Howies. M.W. Beef Fitting Clinic, 11 a.m., at Bob Schroder’s Pizza Bagel. Tossed salad, Farm, for more information call Angela Bryant fruit cocktail, pretzel rod, 1/2 at 269-579-3918. pt. milk. Open Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Friday, May 6 Expo Fairgrounds. Chicken nuggets, french Open Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Barry County fries, pear halves, chocolate Expo Fairgrounds. cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Extension Advisory Board meeting, 4:30 p.m, Monday, May 9 Community Room, Courts & Law Bldg. Com dog, baked beans, Shooting Sports Mandatory meeting, 6:30 p.m., fresh fruit, Teddy Grahams, 1/2 pt. milk. Barry Co. Conservation Club. Tuesday, May 10 Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Burrito, green beans, United methodist Church, Hastings. Poultry Clinic & Show, 7 a.m., Barry Co. Expo peaches, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. - registration forms available on our web site or at the Extension Office. Maple Valley Goat Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Secondary Lunch Office. Wednesday, May 4 Dairy Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., Choose One - Hot pockets, Extension Office. pizza, chicken sandwich, deli 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension office. bar. Choose Two - Garden Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. salad, french fries, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. Thursday, May 5 Choose One - Club sand­ Now Accepting Medicaid Patients wich, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, broccoli, fruit mix, juice, milk. Uallnltad Fraa Drink Refills & .25* Cora Refills Friday, May 6 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, country chicken bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, mashed potatoes, pear halves, juice, milk. Monday, May 9 Choose One - Com dogs, Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, french fries, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 Tuesday, May 10 Choose One - Quesadilla, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk. We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. 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 ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service...................... 9 a.m. Sunday School............... 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) a | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 301 Fuller St., Nashville 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. 6 p.m. .Evening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S.’LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH KALAMO FIRST UNITED METHDODIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Worship Service.. :30 a.m. CHURCH Sunday School.... 0:45 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service.............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. . . Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 PASTOR GEORGE GAY IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service....................................7 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.mm. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN 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 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group * Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 3,2005 — Page 3 Commission on Aging Schedule Nashville calendars are now available of Events Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, May 4 Chicken pasta salad, cole slaw, tropical fruit. w w^ss ss ti*i^1 s sSJ's*« b k» s v . b » Khj^X h| Kh^ hl R’Si RSi s A* ’>. uS I*, ifi" Thursday, May 5 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple, muf­ fin. Friday, May 6 Sliced turkey, corn O’Brian, plums, whole wheat bread. Monday, May 9 Sliced pork w/Swiss, German potato salad, mixed fruit, whole wheat bread. Tuesday, May 10 Cubed cheddar cheese, pork and beans, pears, Rye Krisps. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, May 4 Turkey noodle casserole, winter squash, pudding. Thursday, May 5 w/fruit sauce, Ham whipped sweet potatoes, diced beets, dinner roll. Friday, May 6 Macaroni and cheese, peas and carrots, stewed tomatoes, pears. Proceeds from the sale of the new 2005-2006 Nashville Community Calendar will benefit the Nashville Community Development Committee, which sponsors the annual Nashville Harvest Festival. The calendars, which sell for $5 each, run from August 2005 through September 2006. Birthdays, anniversaries and other special events can be included on the The servants are busily getting the mansion ready for Mr. Warbucks. Shown here calendar for a charge of 50 (from left) are Leighla Line, Clayton Beers, Lynzie Trumble, Abey Timmis, Josh Gurd, cents each. Clint Franklin, Meghann Zank, Patrick Timmis, Liz Smith, Ryan Tyler, Bekah Forell Mail names and dates of and Joe Benedict. birthdays and anniversaries along with a check or money order made payable to BCCC to: Dawn Meade, Eaton Federal Savings Bank, P.O. Box 250, Nashville, MI The Revue is celebrating Sheridan Saunders from Nashville, Vermontville and 49073 before the deadline its 10th anniversary by pre­ Lake Odessa plays Annie, Woodland. date of Mon. May 23. senting the children’s musi­ Morgan Gonzales from Anyone who has questions Tickets are available at the cal, “Annie, Jr.” Charlotte plays Miss door or by reservation by should contact Meade (517) The curtain goes up May Hannigan, Mac Arney from calling (269) 367-4455 or e­ 852-1830 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or (517) 852-1819 in the t 6-8 and 13-15. Friday and Charlotte plays Rooster, mailin evening. Saturday shows are at 7 p.m. Kaitlyn Furlong from therevue 1 @yahoo.com and the Sunday shows are at Nashville is Lily, and Austin Tickers are adults $8, sen­ 3 p.m. at the air-conditioned Coplin from MapleValley ior citizens/students $7, and Vermontville Opera House plays Warbucks. children 12 and under $5. at 211 S Main St. across Other cast members come from the fire station. from Hastings, Charlotte, ‘Annie Jr/ opens Friday Monday, May 9 Homemade chili, applesauce, crackers. com, Tuesday, May 10 Mti ^Oit-ttila BBQ ribette, country pota­ toes, spinach, bun, fresh orange. Events ®®y ifa fe, W jail taOn-te ohl In. Qa hi fohOit Hitj ut Triril taOrH pttateiiik (kah-Wbi ratas.^1 M •" WUI* -"’ -J’ jenW IttBllW1' I (WsH® USfflF* Wednesday, May 4 Hastings, Music with Charlie; Horseshoes 10:30 a.m.; card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails. Delton, Reminiscene. Thursday, May 5 Hastings, Mother’s Day Party, Cloggins 1 p.m. Nashville, TV Time. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, May 6 - Hastings, bingo, Walkathon Kickoff dinner 4-6 p.m. Nashville, Granny’s Kids. Woodland, visiting. Monday, May 9 - Hastings, Card Music with Sam, Making, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton, Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 10 Hastings - Morehouse Kids; Board Games; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dancing 1-2:30 p.m. George Cheeseman turns 80 Come join us for a surprise 80th birthday open house for our dad, George Cheeseman, Saturday, May 14, 2005 from 1-4 p.m. at Nashville Church of the Nazarene. No gifts please. It’s a hard knock life for these orphans as they slave away for Miss Hannigan. (Front) Sarah Main, Megan Herbstreith, Ellie Reynolds, Lauren Trumble, Ashley Weiler, Betsy Reynolds, (back, from left) Hannah Herbstreith, Patricia Garber, Barbara Cotton, Kelsi Harden, Shealin Harden, The Place to Gofor Professional Styling sR' Saunderss and Jenny ^Diana’s ^Pfoce MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Wells. 1-517-852-9481 Army Reserve Pvt. Jonathon G. Kenyon has graduated from the Automated Logistical Specialist Advanced Individual Training (AIT) course at the U.S. Army Quartermaster Center and Fort Lee, School, Petersburg, Va. The course is designed to train soldiers to establish and maintain stock records and other docu­ ments such as inventory, materiel control, accounting and support reports, automated and manual accounting records; per­ form stock record/warehouse functions pertaining to receipt, storage, distri­ bution and issue and main­ tain equipment records and parts; review and veri­ fy bills of lading, con­ tracts, and purchase orders; repair and con­ struct shipping crates for equipment and supplies, and perform prescribed loads and shop stock lists in manual and automated supply applications; He is the son of Dennis A. Kenyon of Reed City and Mary Ellen Kenyon of Vermontville. His wife, Amanda, is the daughter of Paul and Kim Wolf of Olivet. Kenyon is a 1999 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School. cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair 517-726-0377 S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 7 *•7 Jonathon G. Kenyon Richard Cobb • David Cobb Open Tuesday — Friday s*» -r-rf s» SERVING OUR COUNTRY n 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06605544 Gardens Restaurant «< «<! jlZ jfi» > Sunday, May 8 MOTHER’S DAY Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent Enjoy your special day cd Mulberry Gardens Restaurant. Reservations recommended—walk-ins welcome. 210 S. 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She had threatened to come earli­ er a time or two, so even though her arrival wasn’t supposed to be until April 6, Cheryl Vanscoyk of North VERMONTVILLE 2005, everyone was eagerly Carolyn Rose Fickes, age 72, Carolina; 13 grandchildren; anticipating her birth. Many of Vermontville, died 15 great grandchildren; of her family members were Wednesday, April 27, 2005. brothers, Richard (Jeannie) there when she was bom, so Mrs. Fickes was born Kelly of Utah, Larry (Linda) McKenna was surrounded by October 28, 1932, in Kelly of California; sisters, love from the moment she Warsaw, Indiana, the daugh­ Louise (Forrest) Dunnick of entered the world. ter of R ussel) H. and Layretta Indiana, Marlene (Jerry) McKenna,s parents, Brian Shand of Arizona, Alice C. (Ransbotlom) Kelly. and Katie, were wonderful She was a member of the (Wilmer) Lower of Indiana about sharing their beautiful Vermontville Bible Church and many nieces and little daughter and there was and she loved her Lord and nephews. Memorial services were never a time during a family her family. gathering that people weren’t She was a health care held Saturday, April 30, standing in line - waiting to facility administrator and 2005 at Vermontville Bible hold and get to know our sold Tupperware for many Church with Pastor Chuck Steiner officiating. Interment newest little family member. years. Maybe some of the proud­ She is survived by her hus­ was in Woodlawn Cemetery Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ est in the family were band Robert A. Fickes; sons, in Vermontville. at McKenna’s grandparents, If desired, memorial con­ able Mark S. (Julie) Scott of Kathy and Ken Black and South Bend, Indiana and tributions may be made to www.prayfuneral.com. Doug and Marlene Hoyt. Robert A. (Myna) Scott of Vermontville Bible Church. Arrangements by Pray That the grandmas were a North Carolina; daughter. little stingy with their first grand baby became a joke in both households. RICHLAND Robert Woodland and Barbara McKenna managed to cap­ Bruce Jackson, age 81, died Hutchinson of Wayland. ture the hearts of everyone He has two surviving sis­ on April 28, 2005, in his who knew her...especially ters, Margaret Buddemeier home in Richland. her Aunt Kelsie, Aunt Erin, He was bom on June 4, of Kalamazoo and Avis and Uncles, Kalvin, 1923, in Allegan County, the Martin of Hastings. Marshall, and Colin. Members of Robert’s fam­ son of Glenn and Myrta In her short time with us, ily include his devoted wife (Carpenter) Jackson. McKenna was surrounded by years, Helen Robert was a proud WWII of 62 more love than anyone could veteran serving with the (Jorgensen) Jackson, with ever ask for. 126th battalion of the whom he lived within On Sunday April 24, 2005 Seabees in the U.S. Navy. Richland for over 40 years. God needed another beauti­ He was stationed in His children, William ful angel in heaven. (Yvonne) Jackson of St. Okinawa. For some reason, God has He retired from the Eaton Johns, Pamela (Daniel) Hamilton of Hastings, and Corporation in 1983. He was preceded in death Bruce (Monserrat) Jackson by his brother George of Cape Coral, FL; four CHARLOTTE - Martha Wellington Jackson of grandchildren, Edward of Forest Hill, MD, Ann Middleville, and by his two (Jamie) Jackson of St. Johns, (Jason) Abraham of Mesick, Ann Walker, age 93, of sisters, Jean L. Potter of Marcus (Jennifer) Hamilton and Heather (Richard) Laws Charlotte, died Thursday, April 28, 2005. ofHastings; five great grand­ Mrs. Walker was born children, Spencer Hamilton, June 12, 1911, in Maumee, Madison Rowe, Jakob Ohio, the daughter ofthe late VFW Abraham, Gavin Hamilton, Purley Everingham and the LillyAnne Laws and Alexys late Carrie (Shafstall) Abraham; and numerous Everingham. nieces, nephews, and grand She owned and operated .SATURDAY, MAY 7th~ nieces and nephews. Martha’s Cafe in A military burial service Vermontville and Dick’s Serving Dinner 5:30-7 pm will be held at Fort Custer. Restaurant in Charlotte. • Swiss Steak • Chop Suey If desired, memorial con­ She enjoyed crocheting tributions may be made to and crafts. • Stuffed Peppers 06008378 the West Michigan Cancer She is survived by her hus­ Center in memory of Robert. band William Walker; daughter, Tillie (Thomas) Kilgore of Kalamo, Donald (Rose) Thompson of Vermontville, Harold (Pug) Thompson of Hastings, Junior (Rosie) Thompson of Tennessee; many grandchil- Carolyn Rose Fickes Robert Bruce Jackson allowed us to have this beau­ tiful little gift for only a short while. We don’t yet know the reason, but we know that McKenna Margaret Hoyt has touched our lives and we are all better people because of her. McKenna, we love you. You are our little angel. We will never stop missing you and we will Erin Tait, great grandparents, never forget * Written by: Patricia and Robert Cass, Marlene Hoyt Barbara and Lauren Hoyt, McKenna, My dear Bill and Sue Black, Rick and McKenna, My dear Sheila Whidden, Murray and McKenna, I will love you Violet Hough, great great till I die and even after the grandmas, Bessie Cass, tears and laughter I will still Shirley Brown, and many be at your side. While your loving Aunts and Uncles and in Heaven friends. the angels seven will be The family would like to singing the song of love and thank everyone for the cards, while they are singing I will calls, flowers, memorials, be also to the blue blue sky prayers and hugs. This is a above. My sweet McKenna, time we all need to surround My sweet McKenna, I still ourselves in the coming can hear you cry and when I weeks, months and years hear you can’t wait to see with support from family and you friends. and hold you through the A graveside service was night! *Written by: Aunt held Thursday April 28, Kelsie. 2005 at the Sunfield We will miss you and love Cemetery. you always... Mommy and In lieu of flowers: for Daddy. those wishing, contributions She leaves a very loving may be made to a fund for family: her parents, Brian the family. C/O RFH P.O. and Katie (Black) Hoyt, Box 36 Sunfield, MI 48890. grandparents, Doug & The family is being served Marlene Hoyt, and Ken and by the Independent Family Kathleen Black, Uncle owned Funeral Home in Marshall Hoyt, Uncle Colin Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Hoyt, and Lance Corporal Home. For more information Uncle Kalvin Hough-Black, www.legacy.com. Aunt Kelsie Black, and Aunt Martha Ann Walker------------ Post 8260 Nashville Penny Supper VOTE, continued from page 1 “Our Family ly Serving Ser Yours” • Nashville’s Only Family Owned, Independently Operated Funeral Home high school might be the only training they get. Some of these kids have had their lives turned upside down and we need a helping hand,” she said, adding that the schools also need to return to a focus on “the basics” — reading, writing, arithmetic and pen­ manship. • Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room • Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free • Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 (517)852-9712 co, . anes 06690525009 0 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville & Famil? s 8^ Owner/Manager dren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by sons, Robert Thompson in 1955, Ray Thompson in 1992; daughter, Joyce Joppie in 1994; a brother and two sisters. Funeral services were held Monday, May 2, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Rev. Robert G. Clinton officiating. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Mary's Country Garden Ooen House Thursday, May 5, (9 to 6) Friday, May 6, (9 to 6) Saturday, May 7 (9 to 4) (Closed Sundays) Mothers' bay Baskets, Planters, Pots, Special Annuals, Flats, Geraniums Gift certificates and more Bring this ad. to enter our drawing on May 7. Located 3/4 of a mile south of M-43 on Velte Road, Woodland 06608577 Phone: 269-367-4830 KEN’S STANDARD SERVICE Vermontville Our sign is gone—but we are still here! J?* NOW OPEN! I $Q aa 7.VV A flat of 48, tax included • Pack price 851 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • (517) 566-8253 &G Come See Us For Our Weekly Specials! c'° d<>vs *esf 10 $unfield north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9 am-7:3Q pm; Sat 8 am-6 pm .... °i% Call 945-9554 for Maple Valley News Ads GAS • TIRES • REPAIRS SERVICE WORK Locally owned and operated. HOURS: M-F 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 7 a.m.-4 p.m. 517-726-0589 06608557 �$ The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 3, 2005 — Page 5 Alumni banquet to honor local service men, women lk> ■N k^S |L h ltS vShNS S 2“U ShC^b/ SkwJ\,, / jS '^* £ •§ Su^i s<S % ‘<Bf ?® ’ k^j MUjMhJ 4t ■I®~®> 11M ,|*h?® The VFW color guard will Each year the alumni associa­ help the Maple Valley Alumni tion honors select educators and Association plans to honor support staff as well as the 50th Maple Valley graduates who are and 25th yea graduating class. now serving their country or This year’s honorees are educa­ have served their country in tors Bill and Mary Gibbs; sup­ Afghanistan or Iraq during port staff Lewis and Barb Operation Desert Storm, Desert Gayne, the Gass of 1955 and Shield or the current war in Iraq the Class of 1980. The alumni during the annual Maple Valley association also will recognize Alumni Banquet Saturday, June the oldest male and female grad­ 4. uates present and the graduate The banquet, which will be at who traveled the farthest to Maple Valley High School, will attend the banquet. feature the theme, “Standing Maple Valley High School Guard Against Terrorism.” will open its doors at 4:30 p.m. Russ Furlong, president of Saturday, June 4, for “an hour of the Alumni Association, said punch and reminiscing” before they are still seeking the names dinner. Any class wishing to and photographs of service men and women who graduated from Maple Valley High School and are serving or who have served in the recent wars in the Middle DVD’s - Hotel Rwanda, East. XXX, Sideways, spanglish, “So far we have the names of Ocean’s Twelve, Stephen six people, who are known to us, King’s Riding the bullet, but I know there are more. We Meet the Fockers. hope that they, or their families, Adult Fiction Love will contact us so we can honor Overboard by Janet them at the banquet,” said Evanovich; Full Bloom by Furlong, who added that after Janet Evanovich; Spin by the banquet a special letter and Robert Charles Wilson; photograph will be sent to each Forgotten Realms: service person honored by the Resurrection by Paul S. Alumni Association and the Kemp; Superstition by local VFW color guard. Karen Robards; True Those whose names have Believer by Nicholas Sparks; been submitted for recognition Monster by Frank Peretti. are Nick Newton, Nick Burpee, Adult Non-Fiction Dan Kellogg, Buddy Musser, Deerproofing Your Yard & Greg Godby and Matt Root. Garden by Rhonda Mass­ Anyone who knows of anoth­ ingham Hart; Collector’s er graduate that should be hon­ Guides: Arts & Crafts by ored at the banquet is asked to Judith Miller. contact Rose Murphy (517) 852­ Junior Fiction - Kira-Kira 9754. by Cynthia Kadohata; A reserve a room for their class is asked to call Furlong (517) 852­ 1981 before May 30. Roger the Chef, will serve the meal, which will feature chick­ en, Swiss steak, potato, vegeta­ bles, rolls, beverage and dessert, starting at 6:30. Entertainment will be provided by the Nashville Five. The cost of the dinner is $12 per person; alumni association dues are $3 per per­ son. After the dinner and enter­ tainment the alumni association will hold a brief business meet­ ing. Furlong said the association is seeking candidates for alumni association board officers. Last minute goal costs Lions at LHS Last second scores and rallies are commonplace in football, basketball, even baseball, but they rarely hap­ pen in soccer. Lakewood’s varsity girls’ soccer team pulled out last Monday’s non-conference match with Maple Valley on a goal in the closing seconds. Lisa Reed took advantage of a defensive lapse by the Lions to score the winning goal in a 3-2 contest with 18 seconds remaining. The two teams battled Vermontville Township Library Solitary Blue by Cynthia Voight; We’re Moving by Heather Maisner; Scobby Doo and the Hoopster Horror by James Gelsey. Junior Non-Fiction NASCAR: Daring Drivers by K.C. Kelley; NASCAR: Racing to the Finish by K.C. Kelley, LeBron James, by John Hareas; Tim Duncan by Scott Howard-Cooper; My New Family: A First Look at Adoption by Pat Thomas; Space Walks by Dana Meachen Rau; Black Potatoes: The Story of the Great Irish Famine, 18451850 by Susan Campbell Bartoletti; Kids Draw: Knights, Kings, Queens & Dragons by Christopher Hart; Kids Draw: Angels, Elves, Fairies & More by Christopher Hart; The U.S. Navy Seals by Angie Peterson Kaelberer; It’s Not Matic, It’s Science! by Hope Buttitta; The International Space Station by Dana Meachen Rau; Paramedics to the Rescue by Michael Silverstone; Bridge Building: Bridge Designs and How They Work by Diana Briscoe; A Year by Patricia J. Murphy; The Blue Angels by Carrie A. Braulick. back and forth until that point in the game, when no time remained for the Lions to answer. It was Reed’s second goal of the game. She gave the Vikings a 2-1 lead. The Lions answered that goal with one by Sarah Ellison early in the second half. The Vikings also had the lead at 1-0. Alex Taylor scored the opening goal of the game. Maple Valley’s Amber Primm put a direct kick past the Viking keeper to tie the game at one. Wednesday the Lions vis- ited Dansville, and suffered a 3-0 loss. The Lions picked up their intensity after allowing two soft goals in the first ten min­ utes of the game, and held the Aggies to only one more first half tally. The two teams battled through an evenly played, scoreless second half. The Lions were back at it on Monday when they hosted Delton Kellogg. Thursday, the Lions return to SMAA action when they host Olivet at 5 p.m. 06605624 GOOD <TIME (517) 852-1985 501 N. Main, Nashville, MI Dining • Cany Out • Delivery Hudsonville Ice Cream All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS FOOD SERVICE MANAGER High School Diploma. Knowledge of Safety & Sanitation Certification, or willingness to obtain certification, through ASFSA or comparable association Ability to supervise Familiarity with quantity cooking Familiarity with National School Meal Program Familiarity with Federal Programs and Free & Reduced application processing Syrup festival photo correction In last week’s edition of the Maple Valley News the second place entry in the com­ mercial category of Vermontville Maple Syrup festival’s Grand Parade was misiden­ tified. This winning float was entered by Weatherwax Farm Market & Nursery in Vermontville. Celebrating the 10th Anniversary nt ttrit - at VERMONTVILLE OPERA HOUSE j This posting will have a one-year transition period working with current Food Service consultant from Charlotte Public Schools. Interested applicants should submit a letter ofapplication and resume to TICKETS AREAVAILABLEAT THE DOOR 269.367.4455, Set up and cashier breakfast Cashier lunch Record all account payments Get money ready for deposit and run necessary reports - $20,000 - 25,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications - Benefits are negotiable S Tickets: Adults $8; Seniors/Students $7; Children 12 & under $5 For more information or reservations, Oversee all food production/supervise Food Service employees Write menus and order food File all necessary Michigan Department of Education reports File monthly claim reports Process free & reduced applications and reports Maintain Skyward payor accounts and handle all account issues Maintain balanced budget Evaluate Food Service all staff Salary: (across from the fire station) May 6, 7, 13, 14 at 7 p.m. May 8 and 15 at 3 p.m. Responsibilities: - Daily Duties: presents 8th annual Children's Show—"Annie, Jr. 2005 211 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml Hours: - 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Monday through Friday - 42 weeks per year Maple Valley Schools Administration Office, or email therevuel @yahoo.com 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml 49096 by 4:00 p.m. on May 6, 2005. 06608420 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, May 3, 2005 — Page 6 Wanted: Standing Timber can Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP log With Horses or Skidder SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. U Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. 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Affordable prices. in any of ourr papers. rs. Get Vermontville only! (517)726­ Stores. them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 1160 SLEIGH BED: queen cherry N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At wood with pillowtop mat­ the front counter. Miscellaneous tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 FREE INSTALLED DISH Household DO YOU WANT QUALITY $100 PILLOWTOP QUEEN NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call PRINTING at affordable mattress set (in plastic). M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. !trices? trices? Call J-Ad Graphics at Brand new, never used! 269)945-9554. King, $150. (517)719-8062 Planning Commission Public Hearing Concerning: Reinhart R. Cook Special Land Use Permit The Vermontville Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed Reinhart R. Cook special land use permit on May 5th at 6:30 p.m. at the opera house. A copy of the application is available for viewing at the Vermontville public library, the village office, or from the zoning administra­ tor. The application Is to re-establish gravel pit located on Kelly Highway. Described as NW Comer Sec. 3: N8948'13"E1611.94 ft. to POB N 8948'13”E619 94 ft : 5026'E2524.74 ft. Property code 050-003-100-020-02, 53.27 acres. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by writing or calling Sharon Stewart, Township Clerk, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, Ml 49096, or 517-726-1159. __ PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on May 19, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a variance request for a sign from the Nashville Baptist Church located at 304 Phillips. The sections of the Zoning ordinance that are in ques­ tion are Section 5.04 (A). If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by May 18,2005, and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml. $195 WOOD FOUR POST BED (new) with king pillowtop mattress set. Cost $1,000. (517)204-0600 CHIEF, continued from page 1 appeals, and Melissa Strotheide to the planning and zoning committee. The council also discussed the possibility of either increasing Village Clerk Cathy Lentz’s pay or hiring a paid secretary for the Planning and Zoning Board, but no action was taken. 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1 -800-927-9275. 06571010 06608531 06908388 State Agencies Promote Tire Safety The Department of Environmental Quality, in cooperation with with the Department of Transportation, is working to help Michigan residents real­ ize the benefits of properly caring for their tires. Proper tire care helps the environ­ ment and saves consumers money by promoting better fuel economy and longer tire life, thus reducing the num­ ber of scrap tires generated. A poster highlighting the importance of proper tire pressure has been developed for posting at rest areas, state-owned office buildings, the retailers, and gas stations throughout the state this year. The goal is to raise awareness of tire pressure in relation to safety, air pollu­ tion, gas mileage, and vehi­ cle handling. A well-tended tire can last up to 80,000 miles and save the average consumer up to two weeks of fuel per year, according to the Rubber Manufacturers Association. “Properly maintaining vehicle tires is a simple measure that can help the environment and save driv­ ers money,” said DEQ Director Steven E. Chester. “The tire poster is part of a larger effort to promote auto­ mobile safety and fuel con­ servation.” According to the U.S. Department of Energy, near­ ly four million gallons of gas are wasted each day nation­ wide for every one pound per square inch of under-infla­ tion, equating to the release of 1.5 million tons of carbon dioxide into the air. In an added effort to raise aware- ness of these important issues, Governor Jennifer M. Granholm recently issued a proclamation in support of National Tire Safety Week, April 24-30, 2005. The next time you visit a Michigan Welcome Center or rest area, look for the tire safety poster and learn how individual efforts can help save lives, money, and the environment. The poster can also be viewed on the DEQ’s Web site at http://www.michigan.gov/de q (click on “Waste” in the left column and then “Scrap Tires”). For additional informa­ tion, please contact the Scrap Tire Regulatory Program, Waste and Hazardous Materials Division, Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 30241, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7741, at 517-241-2924, or contact Noelle Hartner, at 517-373­ 4738 or hartnem@michigan.gov. Domestic Violence Volunteer Crisis Training S.A.F.E. Place is now accepting applications and interviewing for the next 42 hour domestic violence crisis intervention counselor train­ ing program in May. Trainees selected will receive intensive instruction in the dynamics of domestic violence, empathy tech­ niques, suicide intervention, legal aspects, domestic vio­ lence and children, substance abuse, sexual assault, and shelter orientation. The train­ ing will enable the partici- pants to respond effectively to the crisis line, to handle emergencies and to work intensely with shelter resi­ dents. S.A.F.E. Place, a United Way funded agency serving residents of Calhoun, Barry and Eaton counties provides domestic violence crisis intervention and shelter serv­ ices including: a 24-hour domestic violence hot-line, residential and non-residential support groups and coun­ seling, families first support, children’s programming, volunteer opportunities, community education/outreach, and family legal advo­ cacy. If you are interested in being considered for the May session or would like to explore other volunteer opportunities in Calhoun, Barry or Eaton counties, con­ tact Doreen Harrison, volun­ teer program manager at 269/965-6093. GARAGE SALE May 4th, Sth & 6th Pete Benton 2464 N. Ionia Road, Vermontville 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. NO EARLY SALES Lots of nice men's & women's clothing; 2 Detroit Jewel stoves; crocks; trunks; । wood coil cooking range; trombone & many gg | other antiques, collectibles & quality junk. 11-Month CD available thru May 20, 2005*: 4.00% g” • 4.06% 406% New money from another financial institution: 4.10% ST *416%^ *4.1 Minimum opening deposit of$500 required. Penalty for early windrawal. Call the ICNB office nearest you: Ionia: 616-527-0220 Belding Downtown: 616-794-1195 Belding West:616-794-0890 ICNB Member FDIC 06608559 Hometown Banking www.icnb.com Dexter:616-527-1550 Lowell:616-897-6171 Southside:616-527^9250 Sunfield:517-566-8025 Woodland:269-367-4911 �_ The Maple p Valley y News, w, Nashville, v , Tuesday, uy, May y 3,2005 , — Page g 7 _ Lions’ young pitchers help earn split in double-header With senior pitcher Kyndra Root out with an injury, the Lions had to turn Lion freshman Markelle Brumm fires towards the plate in Friday afternoon’s double header against Portland St. Patrick at home. (Photo by Perry Hardin) to a pair of youngsters for last Tuesday’s double header with Morrice. Lion sophomore Chelsea Davis and freshman Markelle Brumm have taken over in the middle ofthe dia­ mond, and had some mixed results in the split with the Orioles. Davis gave up 11 earned runs and Brumm 5 in a 17-11 game one loss. Brumm came back in game two to allow just one earned run in Maple Valley’s 14-1 five-inning victory. The win was the first for Brumm as a varsity player. She struck six, while walk­ ing three and allowing six hits in the win. The Lion offense, playing as the visiting team, got Brumm off to a good start in the second game. After sin­ gles by Kortney Ewing and Elizabeth Clements to open the top ofthe first inning, the next four Lion batters walked. The Lions ended the inning with six walks, five singles, and 11 runs. They added two more runs in the second, and one in the third to bring the game to an early conclusion. Mindy Newton, Sarah Trumble, Whitney Shilton, and Katelyn Boss also added singles for the Lions in the win, and Sammy Cowell had a pair of singles and two RBI’s. Ewing also had two RBI’s, while Clements, Newton, and Laura Trumble had one apiece. Morrice took an 8-0 lead in the third inning of game one, before the Lions pulled to within 8-6 by batting around in the third. The Morrice offense never slowed down, as the Orioles added five more runs in the fourth, two in the fifth, and one in each of the final two innings. Sarah Trumble had three singles for the Lions in the loss and an RBI. Shilton had a triple that drove in two runs in a three-run Lion fourth inning. Brumm and Clements both had two RBI’s in the first game, while Ewing, Sarah Trumble, and Boss each had one. The Lions ended the week on Friday, being shut out by undefeated Portland Saint Patrick twice at home, 12-0 and 10-0. On Monday the Lions faced Leslie in the SMAA, and will be back at it Thursday when they face Battle Creek Central at home. Next Monday, the Lions continue the league season at home against Bellevue. Maple Valley’s Sarah Trumble scoops up a ground ball Friday afternoon. (Photo by Perry Hardin) BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST ■ ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS ■ TRANSMISSIONS Need a gift? No time to shop? JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 § a 8 s Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Let me create a gift basket Gift Ideas for you. Baskets made for Birthdays, Mother's/Father's Day, Get Well, Bereavement, Holidays, Weddings, Showers or Just Because!!!! Corporate baskets for those special dates and special employees. any and every occasion. Towing Available Lion senior Kortney Ewing puts her bat on the ball during Friday’s double header with the Shamrocks from Portland St. Patrick. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Patty's Gift Baskets Patty Trumbie/owner Voicemail: 517.726.0952 Email: spshootinforthestars@yahoo.com 503 Allegan Rd. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Telephone: 517-281-0674 | | Us I Do-It-Yourself ft ixs •“'•wruh ixs;•■Mvabilp rf a ■nadkfrfa rM ■ UtWrikin rm Mr.®® Play Action Kits &W<i iWyefrf ib*5ML Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service ' 'l MLS, 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Trainer sn. *279" 1GESALE MAPLE VALLEY T Real Estate , Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HiyiS’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES - Multiple Listing Service (MLS) * Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor...... Cell 269-838-2884 The Trainer Pre-Cut Kit with the blue label is a wonderful beginner playset, includes an elementary play deck and simple swing layout 5-sq.-ft. Play Deck and 10 Activities 12-2x4x8' posts and beams required for all 3 Design Options. No cutting necessary. •rf (purchase separately) To assemble a Gold, Silver or Bronze Design Option: Purchase the Trainer Kit (PS 7461), featured components, posts and beam lumber indicated. Assembly time for 2 people is 2-4 hours. Rookie *57999 2 ACRES. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, large liv­ ing room w/fireplace, kitchen w/center island, open stairway, two car attached garage. Maple Valley Schools. (CH-X) The Rookie Pre-Cut Kit with the red label is an exceptionally versatile playset with a broad assortment of activities to enhance social and physical development. 11-sq.-ft. Play Deck and 15 activities 16-2x4x8' posts and beams required for all 3 Design Options, (purchase separately) To assemble a Gold, Silver or Bronze Design Option: Purchase the Rookie Kit (PS 7463), featured components, posts and beam lumber indicated. Assembly time for 2 people is 4-6 hours. 4 BEDROOMS - 2 BATHS NEW LISTING: IN NASHVILLE 2 story, 3 poss. 4 bedrooms, many "updates" in 2003 roof, electrical, kitchen, living room, bedrooms, furance and flooring plus bath & 1/2. Small yard for minimal mainte­ nance. Main floor laundry. Call Jerry (H-106) "FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK "OLDSTYLE" FARMSTEAD BRICK HOME 2 story brick house, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 large enclosed porches, deck, bam, granary and 2 1/2 car garage. Mature shade trees & fruit trees, above ground pool and circle drive. Lot size subject to survey and ZBA approval. Approx. 2 acres. Call Jerry (CH-86) 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Home has lots of potential, across from park on city lot, plus "extra* lot. Call Rick for more infor­ mation. (N-1O1) 1” LUMBER S HARDWARE 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852*0882 www.hometownlumber.com Mon. thru Sat. 7:30 am to 5:30 pm JUST LISTEDI WEST OF CHARLOTTE 2 story four bedroom farmhouse w/buildings on 2 acres. Call Homer. (CH-107) Good starter home for the family, 1800 sq. ft. 7 rooms, 3 poss. 4 bed­ rooms on double lot w/storage shed. Call Homer for more details. (fl-104) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, sur­ veyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Fterked building site, surveyed. Hear Hastings "in the country". Great view, close to public hunting 8f fishing. Lots of birds 8r wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) ACCESSORY OPTIONS AVAILABLE Shometovm IN NASHVILLE Remodeled 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath family home. 7x38 wrap­ around deck + back deck, 1st floor laundry, long countertop island between dining room 8r kitchen. Updates in 2002. Roof 2004. Call Rick. (CH-102) Mice "family home", 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wrap around deck, central air, appliances included. Many recent improvements. Must see to be appreciated!! Call Homer. (N-1O3) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Modular Call Homer. (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Hear Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water ar sewer avail­ able. Call Homer. (VL-10S) 3 �Just Say 'As Advertised m the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. May 3. 2005 — Page 8 Lions put it together for pair of SMAA wins over Morrice The Maple Valley varsity Orioles in game two, 14 to baseball team went 2-4 last 11. Chris Hoffman and week, but the two wins came on the most important after­ Scurlock both had three hits in four trips to the plate, and noon of the week. The Lions topped Morrice Scurlock drove in four runs. in both games of a double Adam Gonser had a pair of hits and a pair of RBI’s for header Tuesday 3-2 and 8-6. “We played our best base­ the Lions, while Harris and ball of the season against Drew Kersjes also added two Morrice,” said Lion head hits each. Kersjes earned the win, coach Bryan Carpenter. Ben Fox pitched a com­ recording nine strike outs plete game in the opener for while pitching all seven Maple Valley, allowing eight innings. The Lions improved to 4-2 hits and only two runs in seven innings to improve his in the Southern Michigan record to 2-1. He struck out Athletic Association with the Lion shortstop Ben Fox throws a tag on a Shamrock base runner during Friday afternoon’s double header host­ two wins. seven. ed by Maple Valley. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Friday afternoon, the He also was 2-2 at the Lions dropped two games to plate with a double and scored two runs, one in the undefeated Portland Saint tent in the field. We have to third and one in the fifth Patrick at home. Maple continue to play within our Valley was shut out in both ability. When we don’t make inning. mistakes, we can play with Rusty Harris had a big games, falling 3-0 and 6-0. The Lion defense was anybody.” game at the plate, going 2-3 The Lions were right in and knocking in all three solid to start the week, com­ Maple Valley runs. David mitting only four errors total the two games with St. Pat’s, Scurlock and Chris Morris in the first four games of the but could manage just six hits in the two contest. had the other two Lion hits, week. Maple Valley fell 3-0 in “Our defense is improv­ as Maple Valley was out-hit ing,” said Carpenter. “We game one, with Morris tak­ 8-6 in the opener. The Lions out-hit the just need to be more consis- ing the loss on the mound. Only one of the three Shamrock runs was earned. Gonser and Keith Lackscbeide had the two Maple Valley hits. Specializing in Morris pitched both five Wedding Photography inning games, also falling in game two, 6-0. Scurlock, Packages available for ; Hoffman, Fox, and Kersjes any size wedding and any size budget • Preschool pictures recorded the four Lion hits. Wedding Packages starting at *550“ “We need to put a com­ Telephone: plete game together where Patty Trumble/Owner 517-281-0674 we hit the ball, get solid Voicemail: 517 726 0952 pitching, and make the plays 0M0B5B1 E-mail: BpBhootinforthesiars^yahoo.com on defense,” Carpenter said. Forever In Focus Photography ESTATE AUCTION Judy Hayes, PR has commissioned AppleTree Auctioneering to sell the personal property from the estate of Gary S. Murphy on Saturday, May 7 • 10 a.m. 210 Sherman St., Vermontville, MI DIRECTIONS: From M-66, north of Nashville Io State Rd. (becomes Vermontville Highway). East on State Rd. or Vermontville Highway approximately 3 1/2 miles to Sherman, left on Sherman (gravel) to auction (1 block west of the Main Street of Vermontville). Follow signs. VEHICLES: 2000 Chevrolet model 1500 pick up truck with toppper; Argo 6 wheel ATV. BOATS & TRAILER: 16 ft. fishing boat fully outfitted 35 h.p. Evinrude with depth finders, trolling motor, live well and much more. Fisherman 14 ft. flat bottom boat; boat trailer; outboard motor stand. RIDING TRACTOR: Simplicity model 7116 rider with mower and snow blower. BIG SCREEN TV, COMPUTERS & ELECTORNICS: RCA 36 inch x 48 inch screen; Viewsonic 17 inch monitor; Sharp flat screen monitor; computer programs; computer books & cables; keyboards; hard drives; CD ROMs; Vivatron monitor; file boxes; printers; Memorex hard drive; DVD player; Sony and JVC VCR players; Teac tuner; 4 floor lamps. GUNS: Remington model 870 12 ga. Wingmaster sheet barrel; Remington model 870 12 ga. Wingmaster vent rib; Remington model 870 20 ga. Wingmaster vent rib; Mauser 1895 mfg. in Loewe Berlin; Remington model 700 with Magowing barrel; 22 cal. semi automatic French mfg Cirbrarm; Interarms Mack-10 Manchester England converted military; Frawci mfg Luigi Franchi Italy 20 ga. with two bands; Remington model M742 Woods Master cal. 308; Harrison and Richardson mfg Belgique, ultra 308; Remington model 700 cal. 243 poly stock. PISTOLS: (require puchase permits day of sale. We will not accept CCW, FFL or Form R160. No exceptions!!) Colt Diamond back 38 special four inch; Smith and Wesson 38 Chief Special model 36 custom grip two inch; Smith and Wesson 32 model 31-1 Regulation Police pre 1957 three inch; Smith and Wesson 38 special model 15-3 4 inch; Smith and Wesson 38 special model 36 with extra grip two inch band; Smith and Wesson 22 mag. Modd 51 three inch band; Smith and Wesson 22 model 34 modified sites two inch; Smith and Wesson 22 cal. Model 34-1 two inch; Smith and Wesson 32 two inch stainelss. SHOOTING & RELOADING SUPPLIES: Pentax model 500 Sports scope with tripod; Weaver rifle scope; Bushnell Sport View 3x by 9x by 32 scope; Bushnell Sport Chief 15x by 45x variable power scope; holsters; pistol cases; ammo boxes; sporting clays; reloading powder; hearing protectors; reloading bullets; rifle, pistol and shot gun primers; reloading stations; approximately 20 pieces of reloading presses, sizers & crimpers; powder scale; case guard box; numerous boxes of brass; large collection of 2 reloading dies; empty brass; shooter's jackets; insulated boots; shell case cleaner. FISHING SUPPLIES: Numerous casting and fly rods including Customs, Zebco, Higgley, South Bend, Max Tec, Burkley, Omni, Professional, HMG, Lightening Rod, Cast Master, Fenwick, Cortland. Riobi, Penn, Shimano and many more; approximately 16 tackle boxes; 300 plus crank baits; spoons; line; hooks; and light tackle; ice auger; fish spear; ice fishing poles; numerous reels; fish finder; rod parts; fish cooker; fly tying thread cabinets; fly tying equipment; three sportsman sleds; supplies for casting and fly rods. GARAGE AND SHOP TOOLS: Cordless driver; 1/2 inch sockets; punches; drill sets; impact sockets; hole saws; 1/2 inch sockets; 3/8 inch sockets; Forester bits; taps and dies; Milwaukee 3/8 inch angle drill; DeWalt 3/8 inch drill; Bosch router; pad sander; 3/8 inch ratchet; air grinder; air angle drill; c-damps; bar damps; quick clamps; bench belt sander; vise; hammers; small parts bins; router shaper; set of quick wrenches; levels; square; hand saws; straight edge; nut drivers; screw drivers; precision screw drivers; metal speck sign; cast iron die plate; dividers; bench drill press; bench grinder, tool holders; floor drill press; drill press vise; scroll saw; folding platform; South Bend metal cutting lathe with attachments; two wooden 8 drawer cabinets; 3 foot metal shop cabinet; 5 foot metal shop cabinet; Kennedy tool box; machinist square; outside micrometers; verniers; machinist variable angles; calipers; reamers; thread microme- ters bolt cutters; vise grips; pedestal grinder; shop vac; crescent wrenches; open end/box end wrenches; pipe wrenches; files; 8 and 19 inch table saws; 225 amp welder; welding rod; air hose; screw gun; spray kit; battery charger; air compressor; air pig; fcetylene set; gas powered 3 inch trash water pump; hose for trash pump; gas powered pressure washer; metal tool boxes; 8 foot a florescent shop lights; saw horses; stack cabinets; steel storage box; kerosene heater. MISC.: Golf clubs; golf caddy; satellite anten- na in box; electrical boxes and supplies; canvas tarp; gas grill; slate tile; tire chains; used tires; garden tools; 7 ft. steel shelf; nails; central air conditioning unit; gas furnace new in crate; exercise weight bench; gas weed whips. APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING 517 IV. Grand Street - Hastings, MI 49058 Professional Father I Daughter Auction Team Jim Lumbert & Jennifer Morawski 05529174 269-945-0020 apple appletreeauctions@msn. com The Lions’ David Scurlock dives head first into the bag at first as the ball gets away from Portland Saint Patrick’s first baseman during Friday afternoon’s double header in Vermontville. (Photo by Perry Hardin) They didn’t do many of those things in a pair of loss­ es at the Saranac Invitational Saturday. The Lions fell 6-3 to Saranac in the opener, com­ mitting six errors and man­ aging only four hits. Gonser, Scurlock, and Fox all drove in runs with their hits in the ball game, and Chad Tait added the Lions’ fourth hit Scurlock’s hit was an RBI double in the Lions’ three-run third inning. The Lions fell in game two Saturday, 15-5 to Burton-Bentley. Both teams started hot on offense. Valley scored four runs in the top of the first, but then gave up six in the bottom half. Both teams scored a run in the second, but that was the end of it for Valley while Burton-Bentley went on to tally runs in each of the final three innings as well. Fox and Gonser each had two hits for the Lions. Fox had a double and a pair of RBI’s. Scurlock, Hoffman, and Tait also had hits in the loss. Maple Valley traveled to Leslie in the SMAA on Monday, and will be at home again for a non-conference contest when Hillsdale comes to town on Friday afternoon. xplore a/f^(/direction 4mscs i n Medical Massage Therapy • e-Leaming Programs offered • Convenient funding options available • Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan & Indiana cities Click or call for more information Toll Free: 888-285-9989 www.BlueHeronAcademy.com - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 Athlete of the week W Maple Valley High School Varisty Baseball Maple Valley's Ben Fox had a solid week for the Lion varsity baseball team on the mound and at the plate, He earned his second win of the season, striking out seven in a complete game against Morrice Tuesday. He had two hits and scored twice In the game. Saturday at the Saranac Invitational he had three RBI's in two games. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton m-3?, Middieviiie, mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 19, May 10, 2005 Castleton citizens file petitions to have voters decide pay hikes by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer A petition with 298 signa­ tures was filed Wednesday with the Castleton Township clerk, asking that salary increases Township Board members approved for them­ selves and the township’s assessor April 6 be placed before voters in the August election. “According to our town­ ship clerk we have 2,424 registered voters in Castleton Township, including Nashville and we needed to get signatures from at least 10% of the registered voters and turn them in within 30 days of the April 6 meeting in order for the petition to be valid,” said Don Wiggins, who spearheaded the petition drive. Township Clerk Loma Wilson verified last week that a petition had been filed and she was in the process of verifying that all those who signed the petition were indeed registered voters liv­ ing in the township. She stat­ ed that she would know by tomorrow’s (Wednesday, May 11) regular monthly meeting of the Township Board, at 7 p.m. in the town- ship hall, whether or not there were enough valid sig­ natures for the petition to go forward. “Ifthey have enough valid signatures and the wording of the petition is accurate, then it will go to the vote of .the people in August,” said Wilson who declined further comment further, as did Township Supervisor Jud Cooley. During the April 6 meet­ ing, the board approved the proposed $192,900 budget for the 2005-2006 fiscal yearwhich included the fol­ lowing salaries for board members: • Trustees A 2.3% increase: $1,725 per trustee annually, a $100 dollar increase. • Supervisor — $6,490 per year for the supervisor, a $145 increase. • Assessor $15,280 annually, a $340 increase. • Treasurer — $12,645 per year, a $285 increase. • Clerk — $15,350 per year, an increase of $330. Wilson has already received $600 as part as compensation for additional work caused by the state’s new election consolidation laws. That amount is included in the $15,350 salary approved by the board. The board said it would revisit the clerk’s salary mid-year to determine whether or not an additional $600 election “bonus” is warranted. Several township resi­ dents who attended that meeting said they did not approve of the salary increases which the board proposed. Wiggins was most vocal among them. “I started looking at the dollars and cents,” said Wiggins during that meeting, referring to the township’s proposed budget. “I don’t always look at 2005 going to 2006,1 go back and look at your base year which is the 2002 year. I look at the supervisor situation and you’re projecting a 2.3% increase... if you look at the increase over that period the 2002 year to the 2004 that’s 9%. All I’m saying is when you start comparing with the real world out here, on a per­ centage basis, when you start comparing to the real world out here, there are a lot of people that are not getting that type of wage. “If I look at the clerk’s sit- uation, a 2.3% increase plus treasurer’s salary increases, with the ambulance service extra money for elections, which he said totaled 38.9% and the issue that people can that would generate a com­ over the two-year base peri­ vote themselves raises. They pound increase over the od, “I don’t know if you can basically said they were dis­ same base period of 68.2%, face the taxpayers and con­ enchanted that elected offi­ and not many people get a vince them that these types cials could do that type of 62.8% compound increase of compound increases are thing.” over two years,” he contin­ justified,” he said. Wiggins said that he and ued. “I would have to have a “After the meeting on the other canvassers also lot of explanation as to why. April 6 about six of us start­ heard people say that there I can look back over the ed canvassing the Nashville wasn’t enough “transparen­ budget that the wages were area, and we learned a lot of cy” in their local govern­ down and there is some interesting things. First, we ment. rational or justification to heard comments that people “The board’s minutes increase them at that point in felt that when people get meet the minimum require­ time; but I think also that as elected to office they forget ments, but they don’t pro­ aboard you have to look at their constituents and what vide enough information to the overall direction of what they are dealing with. The let people know whether or your compound growth is. I standard increase in the pri­ would personally be really vate sector is 3%, hopefully not they need to go down to satisfied with a 30% growth they get 3%,” said Wiggins, the township hall to see rate in my wages at my com­ in an interview last week. what’s going on,” he said. pany over the last two years, “Second, we heard com­ “But, it is reasonable to but it didn’t happen. It didn’t ments that the people per­ expect that when you vote happen this year and it’s not ceived that the township is someone into office they’ll going to happen next year. getting totally out of control. do what they need to do and “When you get these types There are too many loose of percentage increases the ends with what is happening See PAY, page 2 next thing is an increase in pension costs, and essential­ Vermontville approves contract ly what you’ve got is pension costs which are 11% of pay­ roll from what I can see... all these increases have generat­ with County Sheriff’ Dept. ed on compound a very sub­ stantial increase in pension by Sandra Ponsetto for prosecution. costs,” said Wiggins. In other business the coun­ StaffWriter Wiggins also analyzed the The Vermontville Village cil heard a report from Council unanimously agreed Department of Public Works Thursday to sign a contract supervisor Monte O’Dell, for $4,000 with the Eaton who said that work was final­ County Sheriffs Department ly down on the pump house to provide for patrols from for the village’s new well. He May 6 through Oct 1. also presented the council Chief Deputy Brian with an estimate of the cost Peacock from the sheriffs of paving Spring Street. department was at the meet­ O’Dell had been asked to ing to talk to the council obtain the estimate after resi­ about the contract. He said dents on Spring Street pre­ that if the Eaton County sented a petition last month, Prosecutor’s office approves, requesting their street be officers from the sheriff’s paved. department also would O’Dell said the estimated enforce village ordinances total cost of the project, during their patrols in including storm drains, was Vermontville. Peacock noted $326,000, or $260 per square that the prosecutor’s office foot. After looking over the told him that if the officers enforced state and county estimate, Village President ordinances on curfew, noise, Doug Kelsey noted thatjust a etc., the county prosecutor’s three-inch blacktop base office would handle the case. would cost the village However, if the officers $39,000. enforced local ordinances, Both O’Dell and trustee they would have to be turned See CONTRACT, page 3 over to the village attorney Eaton s Weather not an issue during Habitat’s Women’s Siding Day by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Women rule. They also use large power tools, climb ladders, pound nails and install vinyl siding on a house and they are not about to let a little thing rain, snow, sleet and temperatures hov­ ering around the freezing mark keep them from getting the job done. Approximately 40 women, converged May 2 on the Habitat for Humanity houses being built in Hastings and Nashville for Women’s Siding Day. In Nashville almost 20 women kept working throughout the day despite the inclement weather that blew through town at various times during the day. “We had rain, snow, hail and sunshine this morning. It was hysterical. When the sun came out you could see the steam rising off of us because we were so soaked.” said Pastor Dianne Bowden of the Nashville United Methodist Church, who was instrumental in paving the way for a Habitat home to be built in Nashville and was on site in Nashville Monday morning when the rain, snow and sleet started to fall. The crew of women work­ ing in Nashville even lost power for about 30-40, min­ utes but they didn’t let that stop them, either. “We just did it all by hand,” said Bowden. “It wasn’t so bad; the snow and sleet only lasted about 20 minutes,” said Holly Carpenter from Freeport. “This is a really good turnout. We have women volunteers and pastors from churches in Delton, Potterville and Lansing here; it is really great. We’ll prob­ ably have four or five more coming this afternoon when they get out of work,” she said. Christina Curtis, whose family has been selected as perspective owners of the Habitat home in Nashville was also on site Monday morning with some of her friends and co-workers from Thomapple Manor in Hastings, where she has worked as a nurses aide for four years. Gary Russell, who is serv­ ing as the construction coor- Volunteers continue cutting siding despite the unseasonable snow fall. dinator for the Nashville Habitat home, was the only man on site Monday morn­ ing, giving instruction and guidance where needed. Bev Sixberry and her sis­ ter, Pam Rumsey, who have worked on several Habitat housing projects, were on hand in Nashville and kept things moving all day and were a source of inspiration to their fellow volunteers. “We’re all learning as we go but, they (Sixberry and Rumsey) are very good teachers and positive rein­ forcers,” said Carpenter. “They say that when there are hurricanes and tornadoes its usually a Habitat house that is left standing because the volunteers have built See SIDING, page 7 In This Issue • Goodnoe’s art work good enought to get published • Alternative education recognizes mothers • Nashville couple sentenced on meth lab related charges • Lions play best ball to split double header with Hillsdale �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 10,2005 — Page 2 PAY, continued from page 1 you shouldn’t have to look over their shoulder all the time to see if they’re doing it; if we do, then we’ve elected the wrong people. “People said they were astounded to learn that officials could vote to give themselves pay raises. When people run for these jobs they know what the compensation is. They shouldn’t be able to vote subsequent themselves pay raises. Ideally, elected officials should serve as a way to give something back to their community,” Wiggins added. Finally, Wiggins said that he himself was astounded to find out how many people said they would like to sign the petition, but declined to do so because they feared retri­ bution from the township. “They told me, ‘IfI sign that, they’ll find a way to quiet. We’re engaged, we look at things and we know what is going on. It sends a message that we want better government.” we can give voters in the township the opportunity to roll back the board’s increases.” Wiggins said he felt the petition sends a message and “wake-up call” to township officials, “It tells them that we are not just sitting out here being get back at me. said Wiggins. “My response was, ‘you have the right to state your position and not let elected officials run over you. 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SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �Tnhwe wMiaoplie Vvanlley nNews, nNasnhvmille, Ti uesdoay, May 10,,2005 — rPage ;;3 Goodnoe s art work good enough to get published by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Robert Goodnoe of Nashville, a largely self­ taught artist specializing in portraiture and figures whose work has been gar­ nering attention on the local art scene, recently had one of his portraits featured in an international publication. His portrait of Rick Farrell of Charlotte was fea­ tured in “How did you paint that? 100 ways to paint peo­ ple and figures” Vol. 2, which was published in April by International Artist magazine. Goodnoe submitted a color slide ofthe large oil on canvas portrait and a couple of his other portraits to International Artist’s portrait contest in the summer of 2004. “I knew I didn’t win the contest but I didn’t know they were considering my work for publication until I received the questionnaire in the mail asking about what colors I used, my inspiration, how I got start­ ed and advice to young artists,” said Goodnoe. The book features 100 oil paintings, which were cho­ sen from thousands of entries from all over the world, because they repre­ sent a good example of a different artistic style or technique. Goodnoe’s portrait, which he describes as a combination of impression­ ism and representational art, was chosen as an example of the use of contrast and is number 17 in the book. He said chose Farrell as subject for one of his por­ traits when he saw him walking down the street one day. “He was such an interest- ing fellow, I just had to paint him... It’s often harder to find a subject to paint than it is to actually paint them,” said Goodnoe. He noted that while there are all sorts of interesting people who catch his eye, many people don’t have the time to model for a painting, which means he often has to hire models to pose for him. Goodnoe said that even the models he pays usually don’t sit for the entire time it takes to create a portrait. “It’s best to do some sketches from life and take some photos for reference; but most people don’t have the time to sit for the entire portrait. Artists also don’t have to be a slave to the photographs. In fact it’s bet­ ter if they are not,” he said. “An artist who tells you he does a portrait completely from life is probably embellishing a little.” However, Goodnoe was able to dash off a self-por­ trait, which he painted in oil on an old door from one of his kitchen cabinets, in just two hours. “I usually stretch and gesso my own canvases but some of the assignments we were given in this class were a little odd, so I didn’t want to waste a canvas so I used an old cabinet door. I was surprised at how well it turned out,” he said. Though Goodnoe has painted several self-por­ traits, “I am the most patient model I know.” In the studio behind his in Nashville, home in Nashville, Goodnoe’s walls are hung with a sampling of the 50-60 portraits and self-por­ traits which he has created and showcase his ability to work with light and shadow, composition and color, to create vibrant, life-like por­ traits. Goodnoe is a relative newcomer to painting with oils, despite his prolific out­ put ofportraits. He has only been painting for four and half years. He said he was inspired to start painting after visits to die Art Institute in Chicago. interest him. “When people pay you to paint their portrait they have certain expectations and ideas about how they want it to look. My goal is simply to paint because I love to paint,” he said. Goodnoe is currently working on painting of a model seated on a stool in an artist studio with empty picture frames on the floor “I don’t mean to down­ play art classes because in the background. He hopes you can always learn to finish the painting in time something at school, but to enter it in the Michigan the majority oflearning Art Competition at the comesfromjust doing it. ” Battle Creek Art Center in — Robert Goodnoe June and July. He also said he is interested in entering it “The three dimensional in a cover contest for Artist illusion on canvas was too magazine. appealing, I couldn’t resist A member of the Portrait it,” he said, adding, “I just Society of America, the knew I could do it before I Eaton Art League, which is started.” based in Charlotte, Goodnoe Though he has taken a has participated in the few art classes at Kellogg Thomapple Arts Council Community College, “Art Hop” in Hastings last Goodnoe, a service manager year and showed his work at a local farm implement and took first place in store, is basically a self- Putnam District Library’s taught artist. “Clothesline Art Show” dur­ “I’ve always doodled and ing Nashville’s 100th annu­ I did some pen and ink work al Harvest Festival in the as a young adult, but I’ve fall. never really studied art. I’ve Goodnoe said he has learned the most on my always wanted to paint large own. I paint a lot because it portraits of local citizens to is passion of mine,” he said. display. “I don’t mean to downplay “But, I never dreamed art classes because you can how hard it would be to get always learn something at people to model. Still, I’d school, but the majority of like to build up enough This portrait, painted by Robert Goodnoe of Nashville, learning comes from just work to have a show some­ was featured was featured in “How did you paint that? doing it.” day,” he said. 100 ways to paint People & Figures” vol. 2, which was One of Goodnoe’s first “How did you paint that? recently published by International Artist magazine. works was a small painting 100 ways to paint people & of the old Nashville Dairy. figures” vol. 2 is available “I started with building for order through and then I moved on to por- International Artist maga­ traits and figures,” he said. zine, on line, Barnes & Goodnoe said that while Noble Booksellers and other The Place to Gofor Professional Styling xTx he does some commission bookstores, and artist supply MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN work and has painted por- shops. 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Later, during the public comment portion of the meeting, Theresa Spagnuolo-O’Dell said there are residents who live on Spring Street who agree that the village shouldn’t attempt to pave the road unless it was going to be done properly. No action was taken on the matter. In his report, O’Dell said in a few weeks the engineers would be in town to conduct the environmental impact study that needs to be done before work can begin on the $200,000 streetscape project for which the village just received a state grant for $925,000. The prospect of an envi­ ronmental impact study on Main Street in Vermontville was cause for levity amongst members of the council and audience. “Okay, during the next two weeks if anyone sees a spotted salamander or other strange creature downtown, kill it,” joked Kelsey. “We don’t want any endangered species on Main Street. 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Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday, May 10,2005 — Page 4 Ralph B McCullough Eugene Lavern “John” Garvie Sheila (Gilbert) Monroy of VERMONTVILLE Eugene Lavern “John” Battle Creek, Ricky Garvie, Garvie, of Vermontville Kelly (Jesse) Bogard of passed away Saturday, April Indiana, Tina Estrada of 30, 2005 at Eaton Three Rivers, Karen Garvie Community Hospice in of Sturgis, and Scott Garvie of Vermontville; stepchil­ Charlotte at the age of 75. He was bom March 22, dren, Jeannine (Larry)Ames 1930 in Lansing, the son of of Blanchard and Debra Harold Solon and Velma Lowe of Washington; many grand and great grandchil­ (Link) Garvie. John married Marie M. dren; and four nieces and (Fuller) Garvie June 12, nephews. Funeral services were held 1964. He was a member of the Sunfield Church of the Wednesday, May 4, 2005 at Brethren, and board member. the Rosier Funeral Home, Chapel, He retired from Mapes-Fisher Oldsmobile after 30 years, Sunfield, with Rev. Mary semi-driver and dispatch, Gult officiating. For those wishing, contri­ and also was former sexton of the Sunfield Township butions may be made to the Humane Society in memory cemeteries for many years. Mr. Garvie was preceded of Eugene L. “John” Garvie, in death by both his parents c/o RFH P.O. Box 36, and three sons, Robert, Sunfield, MI 48890. There was full Navy Lonnie and James Garvie. Surviving are is wife, Military rites at the Sunfield Marie M. Garvie; nine chil­ Cemetery following the serv­ dren, Neil (Jessie) Garvie of ice at the funeral home. For more information Angola, IN, Johnny (Dora) Garvie of Lansing, Tonna www.Legacy.com. (David) Grubb of Burr Oak, The pallbearers were Monroy, Albert Gilbert Monroy, Robert Monroy, Roy Monroy, David Grubb Jr., Matthew Persing. The Garvie family would like to thank everyone for their prayers, cards, flowers, and calls during a difficult time. The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Funeral Home. NASHVILLE - Ralph B McCullough age 78 of Nashville, passed away Monday, February 14, 2005 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Mr. McCullough was bom in Cicero, Illinois on May 24, 1926. He was the son of the late Harry J. and Evelyn (Quilty) McCullough. He was raised in the Cicero area, and attended schools there graduating from St. Mels High School. Ralph was the husband of Joan (Flach) McCullough. The couple met while work­ ing together at the Federal Center in Battle Creek. The couple was married on November 11, 1984 at St. Phillips Catholic Church in Battle Creek by Father Fitzgerald. Ralph was a member of Our Lady of the Great Oaks Catholic Church, on Lacey Rd. Ralph began his working career in Forrest Park, Ill. He later moved to Chicago’s West side where he worked for Western Electric for two years. He then relocated to the Oak Park area where he worked as an Assistant Office Manager for the International Sewing Machine Co. In 1948 he moved to the Sterling area where he worked for Northwest Steel & Wire Co. as a chemist In 1951 he moved to the Melrose Park area where he worked with the Richardson Corp, as a Saturation Technician. In 1952 he left Illinois to take employment in Golden, Colorado with the Railroad. From 1952 to 1960 he held several different positions with the organization includ­ ing traveling auditor, and president & chairman of the Columbine Railroad Union. In 1961 he returned to Melrose Park to begin work for four different companies: Bal Moral Race Track, Electric Motive, Reynolds Aluminum, and Marywood Veterans Admin. It was during this time that Ralph developed his talent with computers. He remained employed by all four organizations until June of 1969 when he moved to the Goodale, Michigan area where he remained for one year. In 1970 he moved to the Quimby area. Then, in 1977 he moved to his current Nashville residence where he lived with his wife Joan. Ralph ended his working career as a Main Frame Engineer at the Federal Center in Battle Creek when he formally retired in 1985 Ralph was a collector; he especially enjoyed coins and Stamps. He also loved to play the lottery. Ralph is survived by his beloved wife Joan; his step­ daughter Audrey Jordan; stepson Marshall (Mary) Eberstein. Also surviving are his brother Harry “Jim” McCullough; his nephew Robert McCullough; his step grandchildren Nicole and Ryan Eberstein; and four step great great grandchil­ dren Danielle Plastor, William Hobbs, Patricia Hobbs, and Nycole Plastor, He is preceded in death by his brother Bob McCullough. A Memorial Mass will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday May 14,2005 at Our Lady of the Great Oaks Catholic Church on Lacey Rd. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Evangelist to speak at Woodbury church Evangelist Joshua Goodman of Rhema Bible Institute, Tulsa, Okla., will be ministering Saturday, May 21, at Woodbury Community Church, 216 Maple St. Woodbury. Pastors at the church are Dale and Leona Hanson. Service starts at 7 p.m. The church is one block north of the comer of M-66 and M­ 43. Goodman, a former Nashville resident and a Maple Valley High School graduate, will also be minis­ tering for Pastor Cheryl and KC Jones at Rhema Outreach Center 20398 Waubascon Road, Battle Creek on Sunday, May 22. Sunday morning service will be at 10:30 a.m. and Sunday evening service at 6:30. After graduating from Maple Valley, Goodman moved to Tulsa in 1995, where he graduated in 1998 from Rhema Bible Training Center with an emphasis on pastoral ministry. He also attended Mount Hope Bible Institute in Lansing and has taken Berean courses through the Assemblies of God. He currently resides in Broken Arrow, Okla., where he works for Kenneth Hagin Ministries as the shipping and receiving department coordinator. He and his wife, Amanda, teach a Sunday school class for teen-agers, and have volunteered in Joshua Goodman other areas of the church. They have one son, Brandon. Fourth-grader wins ‘pocket bike Nick Bartlett, 9, of Vermontville, a fourth-grader at Fuller Street Elementary School, sits on his new ‘pocket bike’ he won at the Nothin’ But Truck Show Sunday, May 1. The bike was custom painted and given away in a raffle. His mother, Tina Bartlett said she is very pround of Nick who when asked about the bike said he would always wear his helmet. 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ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. 1| �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 10, 2005 — Page 5 Nashville couple sentenced on meth lab related charges Mothers enrolled in the Maple Valley Alternative Education program took part iin hae haeaertysohaaced baensanaas caekees in recognition of Mother’s Day. Here, mothers in Rose Hahn’s health class display the heart-shaped banana cakes they made in her class; they are Cherylee Wagner Parson with her son, Tyler, Shana Sampson Emilv Goodrich and Leah LaBine. Alternative education recognizes mothers Maple Valley alternative education program students last week created gifts for their mothers in honor of the upcoming special day, and young mothers enrolled had a chance to relax and talk with each other about what it means to be a mother. Art teacher Cindy Schwartz opened up her art room to any student in the school who wished to make handmade soaps and pressed paper cards for their mothers. “The art room is always open and students can come in at any time and do what­ ever they want to do. Whatever mood they are in they can release it in art, but this was a special project for Mother’s Day,” said Schwartz. Students who wished to do so, came in and created handcrafted, scented soaps molded in the shape of shells, flowers and roses. They could also make their own pressed paper cards which they could decorate with glitter, sequins, raffia and ribbon. While students could come into Schwartz’s class­ room and create gifts for the The Nashville couple accused of having a “rolling meth lab” earlier this spring have been sentenced in Barry County Circuit Court for their drug-related offens­ es. Thomas Waldren, 37, of Nashville, was sentenced to two concurrent prison sen­ tences of a minimum of 36 months to a maximum of 240 months and $680 in court costs and fines for two counts against him. The first charge was of operating/maintaining a methamphetimine laborato­ ry, a felony with a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and/or $25,000 in fines. The second charge was of pos­ session ofthe controlled sub­ stance methamphetimine, a felony with a maximum penalty of 10 years and/or $15,000 in fines. These charges stem from an incident in March in Nashville when a Barry County Sheriff Deputy pulled him and his wife over and found a “rolling meth lab” in a tool box in his truck. Cynthia Waldren, 41, of Nashville, was sentenced to two years probation, six months in jail with credit for 37 days, served, her drivers license suspended for six months, and $1,100 in court costs and fines for one count of operating/maintaining a methamphetimine laborato­ ry. She is also ordered to attend substance abuse coun­ seling, AA meetings and cognitive behavioral therapy while in jail. This felony charge has a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and/or $100,000 in fines. Vermontville Lions DARE golf outing set for May 22 The Vermontville Lions people to fill in and make Club sponsors a golf outing up another team,” said each year to support the Gene Fisher, the president Drug Abuse Resistance of the Vermontville Lions Education (DARE) pro­ Club. “And, ifthere are any gram in Maple Valley non-golfers out there who schools. want to support the This year’s outing is D.A.R.E. program dona­ sscheduled for Sunday, tions are always welcome. May 22, at the Mulberry “The D.A.R.E. program Fore Golf Course in is pretty important, espe­ Nashville. cially with all the meth lab The 11th annual efour- stuff that has been going on person scramble will begin in Maple valley lately,” he with a shotgun start at 1 added. p.m. The cost is $30 per Pre-registration is appre­ person, which includes 18 ciated but not required. holes of golf, golf cart and Walk-ons the day of the Lynn Hosmer makes pressed paper with help from art teacher Cindy Schwartz. lunch. outing are welcome. “If there are individuals Any individuals, groups, mothers in their lives, health week to the mothers at our students as they raise their who would like to come organizations or businesses teacher Rose Hahn made school,” said Hahn. “Cindy own children. and participate in the interested in sponsoring a sure the young mothers who is making sure that the moth­ “It’s not an easy task for attend the school had a little er’s at home and I’m taking some mothers to attend scramble but don’t have a hole during the outing can time for relaxation and pam­ care of the mothers at school school and attend to mother­ team, that’s okay, because call Fisher (517) 726-0670. pering. so the two really work hood at the same time,” said we always have enough “I dedicated this whole together.” Hahn. “We have day care The students in Hahn’s program on our campus to health class helped bake help us with this task so heart-shaped banana bread mothers can leave their chil­ Nashville VFWPost 8260 The Maple Valley National Honor Society will be hold­ for the mothers attending the dren while they are in the ing a senior youth forum on Thursday, May 12, 2005. program: The mothers also classrooms and pick them up Registration will begin in the Maple Valley High School Any groups, organizations or persons that had time to eat their banana before they leave.” Library at 10:00 a.m. Activities of the day include dis­ would like to participate in the bread and talk about their On Friday, as a final cussion time, entertainment from the honors choir and experiences with pregnancy, Mothers day treat, Hahn Memorial Day Parade jazz band, and an international flag ceremony. Lunch and childbirth and motherhood. showed movies about moth­ snacks will be provided, as well as table service. All sen­ Monday, May 80 “Its’ not what you erhood for the students and ior citizens are invited, and we ask that you please expect,” said Leah LaBine. mothers to enjoy. They R.S.V.P. at (517) 852-9275, ext. 29. Please contact the Post at (517) 852-9260 “It was a wonderful expe- included Hope Floats and We lookf orward to seein°g you there. 06608951 any day after 4 p.m. except Tuesday. 11 rience,” said Shana Simpson. Stepmom. NHS Senior Youth Forum ATTENTION t «m, K I * L- l * I I * I 8* I Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) FREE Quotes on Auto & Home Motorcycles, Motor Homes, Boats, ATVs, 4-Wheelers, RVs Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net “Each student mother had a different story to share, and this get together to talk about things they normally don’t get a chance to talk about with the other students around in class,” said Hahn. “I told my students that it’s important for them to have good heart with their children. They need to be compassionate as well as smart,” said Hahn. Hahn said all of her stu­ dents feel like her own two children and the eight for­ eign exchange students she has taken in over the years. She added that she feels really blessed to have memories and involvement with her 1111IlliIIIlIII1IIIIIII1 IT 1TIT1TTTT Celebrating th the 10th Anniversary revue 8th annual Children's Show—"Annie, J at VERMONTVILLE OPERA HOUSE 211 S. 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Residents of Nashville neighborhood watch pro­ are invited to attend a grams from around Barry meeting at 7 p.m. tonight, County will be on hand to Tuesday, May 10, at the answer questions and help Maple Valley Community with organization during Center of Hope in down­ the meeting. Residents will learn town Nashville to discuss formation of a community what to look for to help or neighborhood watch prevent crime, how to keep an eye on elderly res­ program for the village. Nashville Police Chief idents or others who live Garry Barnes and repre­ alone and may need assis­ sentatives from various tance and how to form Hip Hop • Ballet/Tap Lyrical • Ballet/Jazz Ballet • Preschool Classes Tap • Beg. Hip Hop jazz And that's just the beginning!!! Enrollment limited!!! Enroll by May 31st to receive a special discount!!! Contact Step N' Time Dance Studio today!!! 51 7.852.9910 stepntime@hotmail.com Located directly above Something Special By Kathy in Nashville, Ml!!! 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Monday, May 16 Ralph Peake, Jr. married his high school sweetheart, Choose One - Mozzarella Joy Harrington, May 25, 1955 at Cedar Creek Bible sticks, pizza, chicken sand­ Church in Delton. They have three children, Larry wich, salad bar. Choose Two (Chris) Peake, Mark Peake and Jill (Dave) Eddy; eight - Garden salad, whole kernel grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Ralph retired from com, push-up, juice, milk. the Kellogg Company and Joy from the United States Tuesday, May 17 government. Choose One Chicken They reside in the Nashville area, enjoying their nuggets, pizza, cheeseburger, retired years together. taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, mashed pota­ toes, applesauce, juice, milk. Cabinets -at the- Plywood ? Lumber n.Conic .oomnec.to .quality. Andersen. USG □ I: Plumbing Maple Valley Community Center of Hope Oak Pine % Molding Armstrong Ceiling Tile Paints Dry Mix Crete 8t Supply Qak *^* Vinyl Harbor- Sidin World Leader in Specialty Building Products. I! 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Nashville United Methodist Church provided a lunch for the women work­ ing on the site and Bowden. “We’re probably going to have some more women come out and help this after­ noon when they get out of work,” said Bowden Monday morning. “There were a lot of women who wanted to help out, but couldn’t come out on a Monday morning, so we’re probably going to do something on a weekend later on.” Bowden said that money is still needed to complete the Nashville Habitat house. “The church is going to have a special offering and we’re thinking about having another breakfast (fund-rais­ er),” she said. “I was at a meeting a while back and they were all talking about how we need more money to continue and I said the sign out front says, ‘Building on Faith,’ and we can’t forget that because this is a true test of that principle.” Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varisfy Softball The Lions' Markelle Brumm was solid in both games of a double header with Battle Creek Central last Thursday. 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Call Jerry "We had a good turnout at the election; the people spoke and they said, 'no, ’ and now we’ll just have to deal with that... but I don’t want to speculate on how that is going to be done. ” — Supt. Kim Kramer Maple Valley voters defeated the millage request by a 190 to 40 count. The millage also was defeated in the Potterville, Grand Ledge, Charlotte and Eaton Rapids school districts. The state and federal gov­ ernment requires that all public school districts and ISDs provide special pro­ grams for students with men­ tal, physical and emotional disabilities. The new man­ dates have increased the cost of special education pro­ grams. In the EISD, only 48% of those costs are cov­ ered by state and federal funding, which means that money must be diverted from the general education program to pay for the EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Good starter home for the family, 1800 sq. ft. 7 rooms, 3 poss. 4 bed­ rooms on double lot w/storage shed. Call Homer for more NASHVILLE'F increased costs of special education programs. The EISD reported that during the 2003-2004 fiscal year $5.8 million was trans­ ferred from general educa­ tion budgets to cover unfunded special education costs. Ifpassed, the proposed millage would have provide $2.8 million per year in direct funding for special education programs. The EISD estimated that the mill­ age would raise $289,485 a year for special education programs in the Maple Valley School District. The proposed millage increase would have cost a homeowner $62.50 per year for each $100,000 in market value or approximately $5.20 per month. Kim Kramer, superintend­ ent of Maple Valley Schools noted that with the defeat of the millage request the $289,485 needed for under­ funded state and federally mandated special education programs would have to be taken from the Maple Valley School District’s general fund. “The board will be look­ ing at the proposed budget for the next school year on Monday night and right now • Farm We stock a complete line of... * Pumps * Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies 2 story home with 5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, large fireplace, country kitchen—home sits back from the road, stream along side, mature shade trees, circle drive. Call Jerry (CH-92) WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. TWo bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic & furnace, home needs some repair & completions. Nice yard & circle stone drive. Call Homer. (CH-108) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, Robert Goodnoe casts his ballot at Castleton Twp. 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(CH-107) the budget is $677,000 in the red,” said Kramer in an inter­ view Thursday afternoon. “Without the additional funding for the ISD, the board will have to find some way to balance the budget.” Kramer said that next year the district will be faced with a 16% increase in insurance costs and a 16% increase in retirement costs and a less than 2% increase in salary costs. “We have been told that the state will be providing us with $175 more in funding per student but I can show them that because of the increased costs of insurance, retirement and salaries, our costs have increased $307 per student,” he said. “School districts, like other municipalities are required by law to approve balanced budgets, Our situation is not as bad as that in some of our neighboring school districts, but it’s a problem we’re going to have to deal with. “We had a good turnout at the election; the people spoke and they said, ‘no,’ and now we’ll just have to deal with that... but I don’t want to speculate on how that is going to be done,” said Kramer. * Residential * Commercial BRICK HONE NEW LISTING: WEST OF CHARLOTTE ON 2 ACRES. 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When Maple Valley vot­ ers went to the polls last Tuesday in the first annual May school elections, they re-elected incumbent school board members and defeated a 1.25-mill property tax increase request from the Eaton Intermediate School District (EISD) to fund its state and federally mandated special education programs. Incumbent trustees Allison Avery and Wayne Curtis were re-elected with 403 and 402 votes, respec­ tively, while challenger Barbara Byington garnered 267 votes. available, all surveyed. Modularr Call Homer. (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERNONi VILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land con- tract terms. City water at sewer available. Call Homer.. (517) 726-0088 Jeff Dobbin, Owner 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE S Now accepting MasterCard & Visa I (VL-105) 8 ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available �_ he e Maple ap e Valley a ey News, ews, Nashville, asv e, Tuesday, uesay, May ay 10,2005 , — Page age 9 _ Lions play best ball to split double header with Hillsdale Poor weather to begin last week didn’t hurt the Maple Valley varsity baseball team at all. Postponing last Monday’s league contest with Leslie gave the Lions three days of good practice heading into Friday’s non-conference double header with Hillsdale on Friday afternoon. “The kids had a great atti­ tude and really worked hard this week,” said Lion coach Bryan Carpenter, “and I think it showed with the way we played against Hillsdale.” Maple Valley split its dou­ ble header with the Hornets, winning game one 8-5 and falling in the night-cap 8-6. Adam Gonser improved his record on the mound to 2­ 3 by scattering six Hornet hits over seven innings. He struck out seven while allow­ ing only two earned runs. “This is the best we have played so far this season, even though we split the >>> Sj!S W* > j!W k««M .‘“"’’toitoZ Commission on Aging Schedule of Events * ?•-»* -»* *N a^ 'Si **J?**. **«•«•* «•* CoUflil) ✓ ■ • | ■ Commission of Aging Cold Meal : Wednesday, May 11 Ham salad, spread, mari­ nated vegetables, peaches, whole wheat bread. 22®, s®,* **^ ***^ a **^ Thursday, May 12 h2 ’*»«'*« Cold chicken thigh, potato salad, mandarin oranges, din­ ner roll. •®* !• toto' k Friday, May 13 ptt feittsaim * »ttottaimfa lilll!- EfcsMfc ■ itoto to fi i prcbta n’j tot lb Ittoiptat B'lP i ton; Ik pqlt into ftotoikytot'n' aixirijstes The Lions’ Adam Gonser gets set to hurl the ball towards the plate during his game one win against Hillsdale on Friday afternoon at Maple Valley. (Photo by Perry Hardin) i hi- hi mi ta. tai to :Kg nt t spate«h ai tai ph; i) it to hiQi stolmit double header,” said Carpenter. “I am proud of out kids. They battled in both games and we put ourselves in a position to win both games.” After falling behind 5-0 in game one, the Lions pound­ ed out eight hits in the bot­ tom of the fourth inning. Drew Kersjes went 3-3 from the plate and drove in three RBI’s. One of his three hits was a double' DavidScurlock and Andrew Ashcraft both had a pair of RBI’s. In game two, the Lions came from behind twice, but rallies in the final two Need a gift? No time to shop? Let me create a gift basket for you. Baskets made for any and every occasion. Gift Ideas Birthdays, Mother's/Father's Day, Get Well, Bereavement, Holidays, Weddings, Showers or Just Because!!!! Corporate baskets for those special dates and special employees. Patty's Gift Baskets Patty Trumble/Owner Voicemail: 517.726.0952 503 Allegan Rd. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Telephone: 517-281-0674 Email: spshootinforthestars@yahoo.com g | innings came up just short. After falling behind 8-3 in the top of the sixth inning, Valley scored two runs in the bottom of the sixth and one more in the seventh. The Lions pounded out nine hits in the game, with Gonser, Garrett VanEngen, and Chris Hoffman leading the way with two hits each. Rusty Harris added a double for the Lions, Ben Fox a triple, and Chris Morris a single. '' Morris took the loss to fall to 0-4 on the season. “We are starting to put a few hits together at a time,” said Carpenter. “Our defense Goal scoring is still a struggle for the Lions, but they proved they could do everything else well in a 0-0 Monday, May 16 Ham and pasta salad, peas tie with Olivet on Thursday in the Southern Michigan and peanut salad, pineapple. Athletic Association. Tuesday, May 17 The Lions dominated the Roast beef w/cheese, three bean salad, apricots, whole Eagles throughout much of wheat bread. the match, but just couldn’t find the back of the net. Hearty Meals Site and Maple Valley’s success HDM Noon Meal started in the midfield, where Wednesday, May 11 Amber Primm, Chelsea Baked chicken w/gravy, Shoemaker, Sarah Ellison, stuffing, green beans, stewed and Brittney Gardner con­ tomatoes, jello. trolled the play. Thursday, May 12 Head coach Chris Ricketts Shepard’s pie, Brussels sprouts, peaches, wheat said it was the best he’d seen his team play all season long. bread. Delton Kellogg didn’t Friday, May 13 Hot dog, German potato have any trouble scoring last salad, com O’Brien, tropical Monday. The Panthers fruit, bun. earned a 10-0 win over Monday, May 16 Maple Valley in Delton. Chicken and broccoli Casey Peavey scored three casserole w/cheese, peas, goals and had two assists for apricots, wheat bread. DK. Whitney Fisher and Melissa Robbins both had two goals and an assists. Other goal scorers for DK were Katrina Harter, Nikki Bechtel, and Ashley Goldsworthy. 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H,W,N Reminiscence. Tuesday, May 17 Hastings - Morehouse Kids; Board Games; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dancing l72:30 p.m. Knollenberg two for DK. The Lions were back in action on Monday when they hosted Laingsburg in a non­ conference match. They will host Dansville this Wednesday in an SMAA contest. Patter son Builders New Construction and Remodeling • 25 Years Experience • Fully Insured • FREE Estimates • Roofing • Pole Barns • Siding • Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms Phone 517-852-0700 Tuesday, May 17 Pea soup w/ham, roasted red skins, applesauce, crack­ ers. is improving and our pitch­ ing has been very consistent. This team is getting better every day and they just con­ tinue to work hard.” The Lions are now 6-13 on the year, but 4-2 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association. Maple Valley hosted a double header with Bellevue Monday in the SMAA, and will be back at it with non conference contests at home against Delton Kellogg Wednesday and a trip to die Harper Creek Invitational on Saturday. Lions play scoreless tie with soccer Eagles Hard boiled eggs, broccoli bacon salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. . ^foafctta “3t ®W®a ■'0* Vtosijp,^ i n gitaiM Maple Valley’s Rusty Harris dives back into the bag at first during Friday afternoon’s contest with Hillsdale at home. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Nashville oaeosaao Christensen and Associates Inc. Nyle B. Wells, Associate Broker MLS. nyle713@hotmail.com Office 517-726-1234 Large Ranch Home with indoor pool on 2 acres loocated east of Lake Odessa. Master suite, full basement, 2 car garage. (CH-51) Great 2 Bedroom, 1 bath home with wood floors, first floor laun­ dry, newer roof, sid­ ing, windows, good option for low down financing. 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In the seventh inning, Lion pitcher Chelsea Davis shut down the Bearcats’ three, four, and five hitters to close out the victory. She earned the win by striking out eight batters, and allowing just three earned One very productive inning was the catalyst in the Maple Valley varsity softball team earning a split in a double header last Thursday with Battle Creek Central. The Lions pounded out four hits, while also earning a pair of walks in the fifth inning of game one. They pushed five runs across in the inning, while going on to take the con­ test 7-6. Laura Trumble drove in two runs with a one-out triple, while Sammy Cowell, runs. Cowell had a great day around the plate for Valley. She was 3-4 and scored two runs. From her catcher posi­ tion she recorded eight assists and a put-out. Ewing, Trumble, and Brumm all had two hits in the game. Battle Creek Central came back to win game two, 4-3. Maple Valley’s bats went silent, managing just two hits, a pair of singles by Elizabeth Clements. The Lions went ahead 2-0 in the top of the fourth thanks to some wildness by the Bearcats’ pitcher and an error. Battle Creek Central came right back with three runs in the bottom half of the inning to pull in front. Valley tied the came on some more wildness. Katelyn Boss reached base to start the fifth inning on a walk, then advanced around the bases on a pair of wild pitches and an sacrifice fly by Mindy Newton. Kellogg on Wednesday, then travel to participate in the Battle Creek Central Invitational on Saturday. Correction: In last week’s edition ofthe Maple Valley News, pitcher Chelsea Davis was incorrectly identified as teammate Markelle Brumm in a photo­ graph. The scores of the dou­ ble header with Portland St. Patrick were 10-0 and 13-4. Battle Creek Central’s first batter up in the fifth led off with a triple, and scored on a single by the next batter. Brumm had a solid day in the center of the diamond, scattering six hits while strik­ ing out two. Only two of the Bearcats’ runs were charged to Brumm. Valley returned to action on Monday when they hosted Bellevue in an Southern Michigan Athletic Association double header. The Lion ladies will host Delton Leslie and Lansing Christian take only two events vs. Lions Wednesday. The girls’ 1600-meter run and the girls’ 3200-meter run were the only two events that The Pilgrims and Blackhawks didn’t have much fun running against Maple Valley at Leslie last Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder onmtm Open a new checking account at ICNB before May 30 and receive $10 for your unused checks! just bring in your unused checks from your current checking account at another financial institution, and ICNB will pay you $10 toward the purchase of your new checks. Present this ad and save today! TlCNB IIIII Member FDIC Hometown Banking www.icnb.com 06608897 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6AM - 8PM Available at any ICNB office: Ionia, Belding, Lowell, Sunfield, and Woodland Lions didn’t win in the 1). The Lion ladies swept the Southern Michigan Athletic field events with Kayleigh Association three-team meet. The Lion boys won every Browne taking the shot put event, topping Leslie 135-28 (33-7) and the discus (100-5), Tara Gordenski the pole vault and Lansing Christian 162-1. Matt Gordeneer won a pair (9-9), Amy Joostbems the of field events, the pole vault high jump (5-2). (12’) and the discus (107­ In the remaining three indi­ vidual races, Jenny Ellison 10.5). Other winners in the field took the 200-meter dash in for Maple Valley were Denver 29.1 seconds, Dhanielle Hine in the long jump (19-7), Tobias the 400-meter dash in Ryan Schroder the discus 1: 07.8, and Kristen Hummel (107-10.5), and Riley the shot the 800-meter run in 2:44.0. put (35-2). Tori Ewing, Jessica Hine was also a part of Winegar, Ellison, and three other Lion victories. Hummel won the 400-meter Individually, he won the 200- relay in 58.1 seconds. In the meter dash in 24.3 seconds. 800-meter relay, Alisha He helped the 400-meter relay Felmlee, Jessica McMillen, team to victory in 47.0 sec­ Kristen VanZandt, and Lauren onds with Jason Beardslee, Pierce teamed up to win in Gordeneer, and Adam 2: 03.7. Ashley Gonser, Meghan Lamphere. In the 800-meter relay, Hine teamed with Dan Howard, Randi Vinson, and Brooks, Ken Cams, and Mara Hughes took the 1600Lamphere to win in 1:38.6. meter relay in 5:58, and Lamphere took the 100- Tobias, Hummel, Tessa meter dash in 11.4 seconds, Robles, and McMillen won and Dan Brooks the 400-meter the 3200-meter relay in 12:02. run in 55.2. Beardslee won the Maple Valley will face two 110-meter hurdles in 16.4 sec­ more league foes when they onds, and Cams the 300 hur­ travel to Webberville to face dles in 45.1. the Spartans and Dansville The Lions dominated the Aggies this afternoon. The distance races too. Dan Lion boys and girls are both Coumeya, Sebastian currently 4-0 in the SMAA. Kalkhoff, Mike Hall, and Saturday Maple Valley will Dustin Jones took the 3200- take part in the Central meter relay in 9:25. Beardslee, Montcalm Invitational. Dan Brooks, Jarrod Brooks, The Lion boys had a great and Cams won the 1600-meter day at the Concord Relays on relay in 3:51.6. Friday, topping second place Hall won the 800 in 2:15, Michigan Center by 39 points. and Akok Malek took the The Lions won ten of the 14 1600-meter run in 4:57 and the events. 3200 in 10:41. The Lions finished with 119 The Lion ladies didn’t points followed by Michigan worry about those two longest Center 80, Napoleon 57, distance races, winning every­ Litchfield 51, Hanover-Horton thing else as they topped 50, Grass Lake 41, Bellevue Leslie 117-34 and Lansing 31, and Concord 4. Christian 130-9. Valley won three field Amy Abbott led the Lions relays. Devin Musser and by winning four individual Gordeneer totaled 26-7 in the events, the 100-meter hurdles pole vault, Jones and Schroder (16.4 seconds), 100-meter 11’ to tie for first in the high dash (13.1), 300-meter hurdles jump, and Beardslee and Hine (53.6), and the long jump (14- 38-7.5 in the long jump. 06608683 xplore a/^^tMirection with classes in ) * Convenient funding options available * Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan & Indiana cities Click or call for more information Toll Free: 888-285-9989 www.BlueHeronAcademy.com - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 MOVE YOUR 401(K) to someone you know WHEN YOU'RE BETWEEN JOBS. 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He Creek to pursue a career in pursued a career in aviation aviation; and a son, Lloyd, technology and has been who is in the eighth grade at working with the aircraft Lakewood Middle School since 1989. and who wishes to pursue Lloyd and Linda have a career in naval or aviation stepdaughter, Kesha design. Carmack of Lansing, who is His mailing address is employed by the State of SFS Lloyd E. Corston, F Co Michigan; a daughter 238th AVIM, LSA Larissa, who is a 2002 Anaconda, APO AE 09391. Lakewood High School comer of Martin Road and M-43 in Woodland Township. They wrote on black boards and sat in oldfashioned desks. The stu­ dents went outside for recess, which included old-fash­ ioned activities like pushing around a wooden hoop and jumping rope. The students learned how to make home­ made soup and even cut up the vegetables. Each student also made and took home a hand­ dipped candle. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on May 19, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a variance request for a sign from the Nashville Baptist Church located at 304 Phillips. The sections of the Zoning ordinance that are in ques­ tion are Section 5.04 (A). If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by May 18,2005, and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml. 06608531 ORDER YOUR NASHVILLE COMMUNITY CALENDAR To run from August 2005 to September 2006 Calendar $5.00 Blrthdays/Anniversarles Listings 50 cents Please mall this form along with your check or money order made payable to BCCC to: Dawn Meade Eaton Federal Savings Bank P.0. 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This years Top 10 are: • Erin Hummel Nashville, the daughter of Debbie Johncock and Steve Hummel is this year’s class valedictorian with a grade point average of 4.0. A member of the National Honor Society (NHS), Hummel is a four-year Academic Award winner, and has received High Honors and a Southern Michigan Athletic Association (SMAA) Award. During her high school tenure she has participated in Knowledge Masters and the Math Rally. Her other extracurricular activities include band, drama, choir, color guard and dance. Hummel’s community service and other activities include serving as a volun­ teer at the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf, donating blood during Red Cross blood drives, and being a member of the Grace Community Church Youth Band. After graduation Hummel plans to attend Central Michigan University, fol­ lowed by the University of Michigan, as she studies to become a pharmacist. • Tara Gordenski, the daughter of the late Ann Gordenski-Shilton is the class co-salutatorian with a Katie Eldred Tara Gordenski Lisa Hamilton Tiffany Thomas Laura Trumble Her athletic awards and GPA of 3.992. include SMAA A member ofthe NHS and honors the Spanish Honor Society, Senior Scholar Athlete, Gordenski has earned high McDonald’s Scholar Athlete honors and is a four-year of the Week, being a threeAcademic Award winner and year state qualifier for the a recipient of the SMAA All pole vault in track and first team all-conference. Academic Award. Gordenski’s community Gordenski is a member of the Spanish Club and has service activities include participated in the math rally serving as a volunteer at the for four years. Her other Maple Valley Community activities Pantry Shelf, coaching extracurricular include ninth grade band Rocket Cheer, the summer color guard, ninth grade vol- track program, and tutoring. leyball, track and football, Her hobbies are pole vault­ basketball and competitive ing and Party Central Youth cheerleading. Group. In the fall, Gordenski plans to attend Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va., to major in pre-dental studies. After receiving her bachelor’s degree she hopes to take the dental admissions test and be admitted to the University of Michigan dental school. After completing her doctorate, Gordenski would like to set up her own practice and join Doctors Without Borders. • Lisa Hamilton, the daughter of Julie and Mike Hamilton of Nashville, is the class co-salutatorian with a Castleton pay increases to go to voters in August by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Castleton Township voters will have a chance to decide Aug. 2 whether their local elected officials will receive the 2.3% salary increases they approved for them­ selves last month. A petition with 298 signa­ tures was filed May 4 with the Castleton Township Clerk Loma Wilson, request­ ing that the salary increases approved for board members and the township assessor be put before the voters in the next regular election. Wilson said that while all 298 signatures were not valid, there were still enough for the petition for the issue to be put on the ballot. While about a dozen peo­ ple attended last week’s reg- ular meeting of the Township Board, most of whom spoke in favor of the board retaining their pay increases, the board mem­ bers said the petition was valid and the matter would be put to a vote ofthe people. "The petition was fair and the public has a right to file a petition within 30 days of board action, so the matter will go to the vote of the people on August 3rd," said Wilson in later interview, who declined further com­ ment. Township Castleton Supervisor Judd Cooley did not return telephone mes­ sages by press time and Trustee Jerry Reese declined to comment, other than to say it was now up to the peo­ ple to decide the issue. Township resident Don Wiggins, who spearheaded the petition drive, said he is happy with the result of his efforts. "It was pretty obvious that there were people at the meeting who were unhappy with the coverage of the issue and unhappy with me over the whole issue, but it’s the democratic way," he said. "I have a right to my opin­ ions and if I and like minded people don’t like something and want change then we have the right to file a petition. That is the American way." Wiggins said that while he has no way of accurately gauging the performance of township officials, whether they operate efficiently or inefficiently, he feels that sometimes salary increases are inappropriate, regardless of quality of job perform­ ance. "I own my own business, but I remember when I worked for other people I was at the mercy of their evaluation of my work. But, sometimes it’s the reality of the economy that you don’t get a pay increase even though you do a good job," he said. "It has to do with economics. "I’m just happy this issue is going to be on the ballot and the voters will be given an opportunity to vote on the issue. If they decide they want to give the officials their pay increase, then that’s fine with me, but they will have had the right to decide," he concluded. Tessa Robles Andrew Gaber Krista Driksna Rochelle Currier GPA of 3.992. 3.992. A member ofthe NHS and A member of the NHS the Spanish Honor Society and the Spanish Honor and the secretary for the stu­ Society, Robles has earned dent council, Hamilton has high honors, is a four-year earned high honors, is a four- Academic Award winner, year Academic Award win­ and a member of the SMAA ner, and a member ofthe sec­ second team academic all­ ond team academic all-con­ conference. ference. Her extracurricular activi­ Hamilton’s extracurricular ties include Spanish Club, activities include cross coun- basketball (varsity three try, volleyball, track, cheer- years), and track (varsity leading, Spanish Club and 4- three years). H. Her community service Hamilton’s community includes the NHS blood service includes the Lions drive and the Lions Club Club pancake breakfast, pancake breakfast. American Red Cross Blood After graduation she plans Drive, and serving as a counto attend Kellogg selor for the Maple Valley Community College for two Youth Basketball Camp. years before transferring to After graduation, Grand Valley State Hamilton plans to attend U University (GVSU) to finish of M-Ann Arbor where she her degree in elementary will study sports manage­ education. ment and communication • Tessa Robles, the daugh­ and participating in the ter of Catalina and Paul sports marketing student Robles of Sunfield, is a coSee Top 10, page 5 salutatorian with a GPA of In This Issue... • Local EMS personnel observing EMS Week • Students place 4th overall in Math Rally • Lions look for undefeated SMAA season at Olivet today • Lions top Bearcats at rain shorted Saturday tourney �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, May 17,2005 — Page 2 Local EMS personnel observing EMS Week (COA) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and -Friday and Saturday they will be at the fire station from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m. Both the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville and Vermontville EMS have been serving their communi­ ties for decades, though no one in either community seems to be sure precisely when their EMS was found­ ed. Marcia Grant, ambulance coordinator in Vermontville, estimated that the EMS start­ ed “25-30 years ago.” “The first ambulance .was a van back in 1968. Before that it was an old Dodge sta­ tion wagon. We’d put just them in the back and take them in,” she said, adding there are indications that there was a local EMS ofone form or another as far back as 1957, according to some by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer May 15-21 is National Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Week, when commu­ nities recognize the people in their community, many of them volunteers, who have dedicated themselves to helping others in a time of medical emergency. In recognition of EMS week the Castleton- Maple Grove- Nashville EMS will be offering free blood pres­ sure, pulse-ox monitoring and glucose testing at differ­ ent sites in the village of Nashville. On Monday they were at the village office Today they will be at Mace Pharmacy from 10 a.m. to noon and 3 to 5 p.m.; Wednesday they will be at Carl’s Market from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m.; Thursday, they will be at the Commission on Aging ofthe newspaper articles that have been preserved at the Vermontville Township Fire Bam. Grant noted that things have changed over the years, “When the EMS first started, it wasn’t licensed, basically it just provided first aid and transport We had medical first responders, then later we had EMT. Now we have eight EMTs, two medical first responders and David Jansma, a paramedic RN.” Ardie Reid, EMS coordi­ nator for the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville EMS, has been in existence since the 1960s. “We were in the fire sta­ tion in the late ’60s and we moved to our own station in the late 70s, and we just put on an addition to that station two years ago,” said Reid. 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Missing from the photo are Jacob Robertson EMT, and Tim James EMT and instruc­ tor coordinator. 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 Someone 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 ......... ........ 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) Church Service ...... Sunday School........ ...9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) a | 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 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. E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 6 p.m. :45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH KALAMO FIRST UNITED METHDODIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Worship Service.. :30 a.m. CHURCH Sunday School.... 0:45 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 Monday through Friday, but that isn’t always the same the person,” said Grant. While Vermontville is still a basic EMS, in 1999 Nashville was able to offer Advanced Life Support (ALS) under the Bennett Bill, whenever a paramedic was available. In 2002-2003 the Nashville EMS went to fuU ALS. “We have pool para­ medics and EMTs now, before that we were all vol­ unteer,” said Reid. Nashville now is helping the Vermontville EMS by providing ALS service in the Vermontville area as needed. “Central Dispatch in Eaton County will call us or the EMS in Charlotte, depending on what area the call is in, to provide ALS when needed,” said Reid. medics, four of whom are paid on-call, 11 emergency medical technicians (EMTs), four of whom are paid oncall volunteers, and two medical first responders. Reid, who joined the EMS in 1981, is the most senior member of the EMS in Nashville. Other long-term volunteers and personnel include Denice Scramlin who has been there 15 years and Dina Corwin, who has been with the EMS at least 10 years, to name a few. “We have no full-time employees here; everyone is considered part time, although that may change in the next couple of years or so,” said Reid. Vermontville also doesn’t have any full-time EMS employees. “We have someone in the office from 7 a.m.to 5 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 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.mm. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Downtown Hastings on State St See EMS, page 4 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 HASTINGS 4 Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. . . Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 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 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT 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. PASTOR DANIELE. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �— The Maple e Maple Valley Valley News, News, Nashville, Nashville, Tuesday, Tuesday, May May 17,2005 17,2005 —— Page ge 3 3 a Students place 4th overall in Math Rally The Maple Valley Math Rally Team: (front row, from left) Tony Corwin, Tara Gordenski, Sarah Trumble, Brianna Bromley, Erin Hummel, Amber Wells, Emily Eldred, (middle row) Robin Rzehak, Antonina Abdurazakova, Mary Jewell, Christian Main, Kathleen Welch, Michael Chapman, Brittany Gardner, Kylie Gardner, Rochelle Currier, Ron Smith, (back row) Lucas Knox, Andi Cohoon, Krista Driksna, Dustin Jones, Amanda Ketchum, Darya Fedorenko, Oksana Horodivska, Britiney Stambaugh and Katie Eldred. Krista Driksna was the Jane Rayber Memorial Award recipient at the recent Math Rally at Lansing Christian High School. About 40 Maple Valley students placed fourth among eight schools in last week’s 2005 SMAA Math Rally competition hosted by Lansing Christian High School. The Maple valley students participated in algebra, geometry, advanced algebra, tri/pre-calculus and calculus teams, taking a comprehen­ sive test in their area. Individual medal winners from Maple Valley included Brittany Stambaugh, silver medal; algebra I; Robin Rzehak, silver medal, alge- bra I; Darya Fedorenko, sil­ ver medal, geometry; Lucas Knox, silver medal, advanced algebra; Oksana Horodivska, silver medal, trigonometry/pre-calculus; Tara Gordenski, silver medal, calculus, Amanda Ketchum, silver medal, cal­ culus. Senior Krista Driksna received the Jane Rayber Memorial Award for 2005. This award is given to the one senior in the SMAA who has shown the best student The Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Geometry team (from left) Brittany Gardner, Amber Wells, Kathleen Welch, career record at the Math Darya Fedorenko and Emily Eldred. Rally. i*i 1*1 1*1 1*1 1*1 Nashville VFWPost 8260 Vermontville Lions golf outing plannedHigh school It’s not to late to sign up for the 11th annual Vermontville Lions Club DARE golf outing, which is slated for a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 22, at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. The cost is $30 per person, which includes 18 holes of xx golf, golf cart and lunch and all proceeds support the DARE program in Maple Valley schools. “If there are individuals who would like to come and participate in the scramble but don’t have a team, that’s OK, because we always have enough people to^fill in and ’-Diana’s c-PQace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling ■X~x MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday )<T; x S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. |06605469 1-517-852-9481 n make up another team,” said Gene Fisher, president of the Vermontville Lions Club. “And, if there are any non­ golfers out there who want to support the DARE program donations are always wel­ come. “The DARE program is pretty important, especially with all the meth lab stuff that has been going on in Maple Valley lately,” he added. Pre-registration is appreci­ ated but not required. Walkons the day of the outing are welcome. Any individuals, groups, organizations or businesses interested in sponsoring a hole during the outing can call Fisher (517) 726-0670. ATTENTION blood drive beats goal Any groups, organizations or persons that would like to participate in the Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 30 The Maple Valley High School leadership blood drive exceeded its goal of B 45 units ofblood during its ft 45unitsofbloodduringits annual blood drive which was held Friday, May 6, in the high school gym. There were 65 donors who presented, but with eight deferrals there was a total of 52 productive pints and 27 first-time donors. — Please contact the Post at (517) 852-9260 any anyday dayafter after44p.m. p.m. except exceptTuesday. Tuesday. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 GOOD TIME (517) 852-1985 501 N. Main, Nashville, MI Dining • Carry Out • Delivery Hudsonville lee Cream All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am 8 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday, May 17,2005 — Page 4 EMS, continued from page 2 “If the call for ALS is east of Ionia Highway, it goes to Charlotte, if it is west it goes to Nashville,” said Grant While there have been rumors circulating in both communities of Nashville and Vermontville that the two EMS services are plan­ ning a merger, both Reid and Grant say it is only talk at this point and there are no serious discussions or plans in the works now or in the near future. “It’s just something that has come up and has been tossed around... we may think of it, but that would be ed advanced first aid,” she said. Jansma said that now, with a paramedic on staff, a basic EMS can now do air­ ways for children and adults, administer epi-pens and other medications, do glu­ cose monitoring and defribulation. “We can administer med­ ication and IV fluids ifneed­ ed in a trauma,” he said. “Things have really changed since the 1970s, when a lot of the EMS began,” said Grant. “Basic EMS now have defribulators because we now know that “This business is not for everybody. It takes a certain kind of person. It has to be someone who is very caring and giving. You really can’t be selfish; you have to be someone who wants to give something back to your community." — Shirley Harmon, Vermontville Twp. EMT way down the road... it’s not anything that is being seri­ ously discussed right now,” said Grant. Grant said Vermontville made approximately 135 runs last year, and of that number 30 called for ALS. Nashville EMS made more than 400 runs last year and during the first quarter ofthis year, the Nashville EMS made approximately 40 runs per month, according to Reid. “We seem to be getting more and more busy. That is the trend we are seeing right now. It’s sort of a domino effect, and it’s only increas­ ing as we get more calls to help with transfers and actu­ al emergency runs,” said Reid. Reid said that right now both departments work “real­ ly well” together. “Let’s say there is a car accident. We can have one of our paramedics in the back and one of their EMTs can drive our ambulance. We just work together really good,” he said. Grant noted that over the years the services offered by a basic EMS ' like Vermontville have increased greatly. “At first, a basic EMS could bandage people up and transport them, they provid- defribulation is often the key to survival.” Jansma noted that EMTs are the backbone of the EMS. “If you don’t have good basic care all the drugs in the world won’t help you,” he said. “There’s a joke that para­ medics save lives and EMTs save paramedics,” laughed Vermontville EMT Shirley Hannon. “EMT and para­ medics tend to joke around a lot.” “It’s one of the ways they deal with stress and stressful situations,” said Grant. Indeed, members of the Vermontville EMS say there is strong sense of cama­ raderie amongst the volun­ teers and personnel, which also extends to the fire department. “We couldn’t do this with­ out our drivers. A lot of our drivers are young guys from the fire department and they drive the ambulance for us so we can have two medical people in the back. We’re required by state law to have two medical people in the back of the rig when we are on a run,” said Grant “They are also very helpful when it comes to assisting and lifting and the fire department also helps us when there is a bad accident and we need them Nashville VFW 8260 taco diN~ N_______ fRcttau-vov-caNI FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2005 5:30-7:00PM Adults ~ ‘6.00 • Children under 12 ~ ‘3.00 Air Conditioned VwvffVJI to use the jaws of life to get someone out of a car.” Looking toward the future, both Nashville and Vermontville EMS person­ nel say they see a need for more staff. “In the five year plan I presented to the EMS board earlier I. said I would like to see us hiring more employ­ ees every year until we have enough employees to run the station 24/7 without relying on volunteers,” said Reid who added, “We would still need volunteers to take out the second ambulance, but they would end up going out a lot less. “Right now though, the cost factor is a big thing; we couldn’t run an ambulance department without volunteers right now, and be fully operational,” he said. “Our operations cost a total of $250,000 to $300,000 a year.” Reid said that though he plans to step down as Nashville’s EMS coordina­ tor at the end of the year so he can focus more on his nursing career, he plans to continue to serve with the EMS. “It’s been fiin. I’ve really enjoyed it,” he said. “I liked trying to plan and promote things and the crew has been very good about bringing things that need to be done to my attention so I can bring it before the board and we can get things done. That’S how we got ALS, a new addition built” Vermontville Township. EMS personnel said that they also see the need to add more people to their team in the future. “We definitely will need more staff,” said Grant. “I’d like to see this depart­ ment go on, but we (the cur­ rent volunteers) are not going to be here forever,” said Harmon. “There are a lot less young people volunteering today; but volunteerism in general is national problem,” said Jansma. “For most people this is a second job and it’s hard for people to find the time. It takes a lot more training than it used to,” said Harmon. “Training can take from 6 months to a year and there is also a lot of in-service train­ ing it takes a lot of time and a lot of people don’t have said that,” said Jansma. “However, there is nothing as rewarding as helping to save someone’s life...” “Or just to help make someone feel better or give them a ride to the hospital,” added Grant. “David and Tracy (St. John, an EMT) went to the high school to talk to the anatomy and physiology classes and hopefully that will spark some interest in young people pur- Mary's Country Garden Come shop Mary's Country Garden, where you will find a courteous, friendly atmosphere. Here you can get your questions answered and help in designing your planters and window boxes. 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You really can’t be selfish; you have to be someone who wants to give something back to your com­ munity,” said Harmon. “That’s right,” said Jansma. “When I talked to the kids over at the high school I told them that we would rather have someone who cares, not someone who thinks it’s exciting.” “In a small town it can sometimes be a hard job because you practically everybody,” said Harmon. “But a lot of people find it comforting when it is some­ one they know who answers a call.” Vermontville man recognized for ‘Snowflake’ volunteer effort by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Tony and Tammy Houghton and their children were heading for a sunny Florida last vacation December when they found themselves stranded in southern Indiana during a snowstorm that dumped 29.4 inches of snow in eight hours in the Evansville area. “Normally we stop at my mom and dad’s house in Evansville on our way down to Florida, spend the night and then continue on our way in the morning, but when we got to Fort Wayne, it started to snow really hard so we stopped and spent the night in a hotel before we limped into Evansville the next morning, morning,”” said Houghton. Stranded at his parent’s house, Houghton heard reports that Deaconess and St. Mary’s hospitals were looking for volunteers with four-wheel drive vehicles to pick up their employees and bring them into work and take them home again at the end of their shift. “They were calling it ‘Operation Snowflake.’ I had nothing to do and I was stuck there and bored, so I spent the next four days picking up people, taking them to work and bringing them home again,” said Houghton. “At any given time I’d load up five or six people and take them to or from work.” Houghton said he made approximately 25 to 30 runs a day in his Chevy extended cab pick-up truck. Houghton said the people at the hospital and the ones he gave rides to were very appreciative. “There was one lady who was stranded at the hospital and it was her first wedding anniversary and she wanted to get home desperately, but she lived in Mount Vernon, which is about 37 miles away on country roads,” said Houghton. “The people at the hospital told me about it and I said I would take her. “They had already given her a room for the night at the hospital and when we walked in she was on the phone with her husband, crying. When I told her to pack her bags she was so happy she wanted to cook me din­ ner, but I told her, ‘No, you just go home and spend time with your family,”’ said Houghton. “I had another woman bake me a cake. I had brought her home the night before and she knew I was going to pick her up again in the morning so she baked a cake for me,” he said. “The people at the hospital said that if I needed a room to rest I could have one and I could Tony Houghton of Vermontville with the four-wheel drive extended cab pickup truck he used when he vol­ unteered to transport Evansville, Ind., hospital workers to and from their jobs during December’s severe snow­ storm. have anything to eat that I wanted they were really nice. After four days, the roads were finally clear enough in Evansville that hospital workers could finally make their own way into work. “It’s not like up here where we have so many plow trucks in every coun­ ty,” said Houghton. “They usually don’t get that much snow down there, so they probably only have two plow trucks in the whole county to clear the roads.” When the Houghtons heard that the Kentucky State Police Department was reporting there was one lane of traffic on 41 south to Nashville (Tenn.), the Houghtons packed up and headed south once again. “We were pulling another vehicle behind us, that’s why were cautious and didn’t continue. It took us another day and halfto get to Florida, but we got out of there before another ice storm came through and hit Kentucky,” said Houghton. “We only had three days in Florida instead of a week, but that was okay.” When he got home, Houghton received a letter from Deaconess Hospital, thanking him for his help during the storm and earlier this month a letter to the edi­ tor praising Houghton for his help appeared in the Lansing State Journal. “People kept calling me a hero but I’m not,” he added. “I look at it this way, if something happened to me or my family I’d want to know that there was some­ body at the hospital that could take care of us. If I didn’t do this then there wouldn’t be anybody there to take care of people.” �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 17,2005 — Page 5 Top 10, continued from page 1 internship program. • Andrew Gaber, the son of Linda and Michael Gaber ofVermontville, with a GPA of 3.976 is a National Merit Scholar, a member of the NHS and the student council. He is an Advanced Placement Rising Scholar and a member of the SMAA All-Academic Team I. Gaber’s extracurricular activities include wrestling, drama. Quiz Bowl, Model UN, and Spanish Club. His community service includes political activism and Eaton County Youth Advisory Council (YAC). After graduation, Gaber plans to attend U of M,, where he will study political science and Near East stud­ ies. • Katie Eldred, the daugh­ ter of Kim and Duane Eldred of Vermontville, has earned high honors with a GPA of 3.968 is a member of the NHS and has participated in Knowledge Masters, Math Days and Math Rally. Eldred’s extracurricular therapy at GVSU. activities include band, Quiz • Laura Trumble, the Bowl, Quiz Busters, 4-H, daughter ofLisa and Michael serving as the FFA chapter Trumble of Vermontville, president, serving as member earned high honors with a of the 2004 Vermontville GPA of 3.968 is a member of Maple Syrup Festival the NHS and the student Queen’s Court, and as vice council. She also was a president of the Eaton member of the SMAA County Junior Fair Board. Academic all-conference Working 4-H and FFA second team for three years petting zoos, participating in and is a four-year Academic Cystic Fibrosis and Lupus Award winner. Walk-a-thons, collecting sap Trumble’s extracurricular for the Vermontville Syrup activities include band, Festival Association, organ­ wrestling, softball, color izing a canned food drive guard and three years as a and helping to install member of the equestrian “Welcome” signs in team. She has participated in Vermontville are listed Red Cross blood drives and May 17-31 Extension office will be periodically closed among her community serv- other events through the ice projects. NHS. Trumble also enjoys during lunch, please call ahead. After graduation Eldred participating in the Eaton May 17 Pocket oce Pet e presenaon presentation too “roens, rodents,” 7 p.m., p.m. Putnam Park in Nashville. For more information plans to attend Michigan County Fair, where she has State University to study shown her horse for seven call Bonnie White at 517-852-9189. May 18 Dairy Developmental meeting, 7 p.m. , agricultural science educa­ years. tion before pursuing a career After graduation, Trumble Extension Office. as an ag-science teacher and plans to attend GVSU to pre­ May 18 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension office. FFA advisor. pare for a career in physical May 19 Fair Board* meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. • Tiffany Thomas, daugh­ therapy. May 22 Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. • Krista Driksna, the May 26 Shooting Sports meeting, 7 p.m., Extension ter of Laurie and Doug Thomas of Nashville, has daughter of Deena and Office. Michael and Julie (Reid) Hamilton will celebrate 25 County Buildings Closed - Celebration of earned high honors with a Arvids Driksna of years of marriage on May 17, 2005. They have three May 30 GPA of 3.968, is a member Vermontville, earned high children, Michael and Lisa Hamilton, and Stacey Memorial Day. June 1 Livestock Developmental meeting, 7:30 p.m., of the NHS, a four-year honors with a GPA of 3.961. (Jonathan) Denton. A special gathering will be held Academic Award winner and She is a member ofthe NHS, later this summer. Barry Expo Center. June 2 Exploration Days Orientation, 7 p.m., a member of the SMAA all­ a Vermontville Lions Club Student of the Month, all­ Community Room in the Courts & Law Bldg., conference second team. Thomas’ community serv­ conference special mention, Hastings. Open a new checking account at I ice includes the NHS blood SMAA all-conference sec­ June 2 Fair Board meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. ond team. I ICNB before May 30 and receive । Open Horse Show, gates open at 7 a.m., Barry drives, volunteering during June 4 I Putnam District Library’s Driksna’s extracurricular Expo Center. June 5 Open Horse Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Barry Expo haunted house and the Lions activities include basketball Club pancake breakfast. and Earth Watch. Her com­ Center. After graduation Thomas munity service and hobbies June 6 Mandatory Shooting meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Co. Just bring in your unused checks from your plans to major in physical include tutoring fourth Conservation Club. current checking account at another financial through sixth grade students, institution, and ICNB will pay you volunteering at the Maple Valley Community Pantry $10 toward the purchase of Shelf, Habitat for Humanity your new checks. and Red Cross blood drives. After graduation Driksna plans to attend GVSU in preparation for a career in Commission of Aging fruit mashed potatoes, mixed veg­ the medical field. Cold Meal Monday, May 23 etables, dinner roll, cake. • Rochelle Currier, daughWednesday, May 18 Chicken pasta salad, carrot Thursday, May 19 ter of Star and Elmer Currier Seafood pasta salad, com raisin salad, fruited jello. BBQ chicken, cauliflower, of Nashville, earned high and tomato salad, mandarin Tuesday, May 24 spinach, pineapple, corn- honors with a GPA of 3.953 oranges. Cottage cheese, Spanish bread. and a member of the NHS, a Thursday, May 19 bean salad, mixed fruit, din­ Friday, May 20 four-year Academic Award Peanut butter and jelly, ner roll. Baked fish, rice pilaf, winner and a member of the pickled beets, pears, English green beans, winter squash, student council. muffin. Hearty Meals Site and sweet treat. 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It should be noted that all ofthe seven returning players were asking for a special meeting, but were denied this request May 9 by School Board President Jerry Sessions. The returning varsity vol­ leyball players and their par­ ents are requesting the Board of Education post the posi­ tion of varsity volleyball head coach and ask that Superintendent Kim Kramer, Athletic Director Mike Sparks, High School Principal Todd Gonser, and Coach Kelly Offrink be in attendance. The group’s concerns have focused on the follow­ ing list of issues (grievances) over the last two years: 1. Commitment — Lack of youth program, no fresh­ man team, no team camp, no attendance at any AAU games or practices, lack of attendance at any junior high games or practices, personal development (furthering education on coaching skills), failure to create a vol­ Terry Samann is the new worker with the Vermontville leyball support network Department of Public Works. throughout the program within the community. 2. Skills and ability — Lack of communication, uncertain of ability to take this program to the next level. We feel these issues, many “Sean was a really good of which have been brought by Sandra Ponsetto worker and so is Terry,” said to us by our children, deserve Staff Writer There’s a new face on the Monte O’Dell, more than what time permits, streets of Vermontville. Vermontville’s DPW super­ thus we ask the board to con­ Well, sort of... visor. “Neither one is afraid vene a special meeting to Michigan State open this up to discussion. Terry Samann, a “mostly” to bust their butt” University’s Extension “I’ve lived in town most of As we request the board give life-long resident of Service is presenting Vermontville, became the my life. I’m proud of this attention to this matter, we “Dealing with Anger— The newest employee of the town and this type of work is are reminded of a recent Child’s and yours” as part of Vermontville Department of right up my alley,” said statement made by Mr. the Better Kid Care Child Public Works (DPW) April Samann who has previous Kramer to the parents of Care Provider Workshop 11 and has been out on the work experience includes upcoming children entering Series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. streets helping with spring concrete work, lawn care and kindergarten, to always stay Tuesday, May 23, at the brush and yard debris pick­ 17 years ofmachine repair in involved and be supportive Maple Valley Community of your children throughout up and more. a Grand Rapids factory. Center of Hope, located at Samann replaces Shawn Samann and his wife, their career in school. 233 N. Main St. in Nashville. The parents and student Scott, who left the DPW after Teresa, have two children For more information, call athletes who asked for the two years of employment to Ashley, 17, and James,13. Laura Anderson (269) 945­ were Allison return to the construction Both children attend meeting 1388. Oleson; Tom and Bev industry. Maple Valley Schools. Oleson; Amy Joostbems, Tony and Brenda Joostbems; Rebecca Kent, John and Denise Kent; Desiree Thomas, Dave and Pam Thomas; Jessica Winegar, Julie Winegar; Help Support Wildlife Rehabilitation Alaina Mater, John and Melissa Mater; and Mary Jewel, Donald and Jan Jewell. Dogs on Dr. Larry Julius cau in All ofthese concerns were Carriers brought up last year in a vol­ leyball meeting with players, Heartworm is still a threat. This year the only preventative is an oral chewable med the coach and administration. that is given for a six month span - Spring thru October. Inside or outside dogs are The volleyball program susceptible. Your dog may need to be tested for heartworm, which can be done at today is no better than it was the clinics and takes only 10 minutes. All vaccines for dogs and cats (leashes or cartwo years ago. riers) will also be available. All will be held on May 14 and 21, and /une 4. Because as a group, vol­ leyball parents and players, GRAND LEDGE SUNFIELD NASHVILLE have been denied a special Fire Hall Fire Hall Powers Carage meeting with the school Downtown Downtown Next to Good Time Pizza board, I have no other option 9-11:30 am Noon - 2 pm 3 • S pm but to air the issues that I have with the volleyball pro­ s Heartworm Test / Vaccines - $17.00 each gram and coach through the | Preventative -1-25#-$22.00 26-50#-$33.00 51-100#-$44.00 media. Both libraries recently attended the Small and Rural Libraries Conference at Boyne Highlands Resort. Workshops in Computer Security, Readers Advisory, Handling Reference Questions, Library Law, Book Repair, Hiring and Managing Staff in a Small Library. Services for the Blind and Disabled, and presentation on books made into movies. A visit with Michigan author Cheryl Peck, who wrote Fat Girls and Lawn Chairs was very entertaining, with her read­ ing her favorite story from the book, as well as one from her new book: Revenge of the Paste Eaters: Tales of the Misfit, due out in October. New DVD’s: National Treasure, A Series of Unfortunate Events. Adult Fiction: The Coming Storm, and To Dream Anew, by Trade Peterson; Killing Plain, by Ralph Cotton; Broken Prey, by John Sandford; The Calhouns: Suzanna and Megan, by Nora Roberts. Adult Non-Fiction: Feng Shui in a Day, by Barb Rogers; Beckett Official Price Guide: Baseball Cards 2005; Madam Secretary, by Madeleine Albright; Love, Medicine & Miracles, by Bernie S. Siegel, M.D. Junior Fiction: Jigsaw JoneS: The Case ofthe Frog­ jumping Contest, by James Preller; Everwood: Worlds Apart, by Laura J. Bums; Thoroughbred: Calamity Jinx, by Joanna Campbell; The Magic School Bus Files from the Next, by Joanna Cole, Star Wars: Episode III: Revenge of the Sith; What’s for Dinner?, by Ann Garnet; Harriet’s Halloween Candy, by Nancy Carlson. Junior Non-Fiction: Hello USA: New Mexico, by Vermontville hires new DPW employee Child anger workshop set Spring Heartworm-Vaccine CLINICS ARK VETERINARY SERVICES 1-800-4-ARK VET I am in this battle because volleyball coach Kelly Offrink doesn’t provide quality volleyball instruction at the varsity level. Imagine our shock and disbelief when after a sup­ posed investigation, Superintendent Kramer kicked offour follow-up par­ ent meeting by calling us "immoral and unethical," and shame on us for trying to take teacher Kelly Offrink’s coaching job away from her. It is our right and respon­ sibility as parents to make our children’s lives better. We want them to have a pos­ itive learning experience. We want them to stand up for what’s right, to voice what they believe in. In doing this, they and we as parents are being discredited and dis­ counted. Mr. Kramer claims to have investigated the issues, but wouldn’t divulge the names of those he talked to. I know he didn’t talk to any of the girls listed above until after he had made his decision to back his employee. They should have been the first ones he talked to. For the past two years, I have watched my daughter’s skill level decrease as both seasons progressed. Due to lack of correction and instruction, technical skills of the game that were per­ formed with proficiency in execution at the beginning of the season were sloppy and lazy at the end. There was no corrective instruction even when requested by my daughter. The coach said she didn’t know, she told her to go ask Doreen Root. "Follow through" and "move your feet" aren’t enough to the challenge of bringing our team to a winning level. I believe the coach has pitted seniors against sophomores, putting my daughter as co-captain in the middle of constant upheaval. I’m tired of seeing my daughter have to go through this drama. She just wants to play ball, learn something and have fun. And then there’s physical harm. Last year Mrs. Offrink and Athletic Director Sparks were told that the rolling drill required of the players to perform during every practice and before every game is harmful to them. This season one player had a gash on her back, another had serious pain in her shoulder, another deep bruises on her hip. When- the issue was again raised in our meeting with Superintendent Kramer, he did not acknowledge this drill was harmful to our girls. The volleyball players and parents have waited for two years, offering our positive input last year in a parent/coaches meeting as well as supporting the pro­ gram throughout this past season. We’ve tried going through all the right chan­ nels, hoping for a positive outcome. The coach hasn’t bothered to attend any of the volley­ ball parent meetings we’ve had with Maple Valley’s administration this year. The superintendent told us we weren’t allowed to meet with her as a group. This means she gets to keep her coaching job with no accountability to anyone. Maple Valley has a school board that won’t go against their superintendent, a super­ intendent who won’t go against his principal and a principal who won’t go against his friend, the athlet­ ic director. It boils down to Maple Valley having an ath­ letic director who’s not doing his job, and no one at Maple Valley is willing to step up and make him. Instead, they gave him a raise. Two years ago we were told by the athletic director that there were going to be specific requirements for all coaches. Mr. Sparks has not kept his word. Why should someone in the community have to bring these issues to light over and over again? It’s the athletic director’s job to know how to run an athlet­ ic program. It’s what we are paying him to do. Mr. Sessions indicated that he would like to form a committee to set up these guidelines and policies and he invited all interested par­ ties to participate in the meetings. This will not be productive. Mr. Sparks has alienated parents, coaches, and athletic booster members by his confrontational atti­ tude. We are asking for a voice in the Maple Valley volley­ ball program so we can see our daughters benefiting from great coaching — both on and offcourt. To settle for the coaching currently offered means that not only is the school, volleyball pro­ gram and coach failing them, but we as parents are ignor­ ing our responsibility to pro­ vide our kids with the best possible team experience. Brenda Joostbems, Nashville Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 �T। hiteo iMvioafpjTleOeO VvaaiTllOey nNuenws, iNmacs»h i ivilnleo, Ti ueusd s^duay, uay, May 17t,,2£0u0u5o — — rPage 7/ School board learns about alt ed photography program SSiSJ' by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education and members of the audience had an opportunity to learn about Maple Valley Alternative Education’s photography classes taught by Rose Hahn for the past five years. Hahn took the board and members of the audience down into the basement of Kellogg School, where stu­ dents had set up a darkroom to develop their own photos and those oftheir classmates. Hahn noted that the photo lab was created on a budget Mt t using an enlarger that was donated by a local photogra­ pher and an old metal sink that was found discarded behind the bus garage. “Because B of our budget we have had to be very resourceful, but the sink is absolutely perfect,” said Hahn. Students in Hahn’s classes learn how to take color and black and white photo­ graphs, they learn about focus and composition and how to develop their own film and crop, mat and dis­ play their work in a creative manner. Besides the dark- room, the students have helped set up a light studio in one of the portable class­ rooms behind the school where they can create photo­ graphic portraits. With the help of two of her students, Haim explained the process of developing film and printing the photo­ graphs, which the students take using single lens reflex and digital cameras. Hahn said the class offers something for all types of students. “The ones who are artistic work with the photography and lighting. The ones who are good in chemistry can work in the darkroom,” she said. Hahn said that because heavy metals, and com­ bustible and acidic chemicals are used in film processing she has very rigid rules regarding the dark room. “There is no smoking, no hairspray, etc., because toxic fumes can be created,” she said. “There is no gum or drinks in the darkroom because there are acids in the air which can contaminate them. And, the students wear lab coats and learn to wash thoroughly before they leave because they have been con­ taminated by the heavy met­ als and the acids. And we improvements and expansion program will begin this fall always have two people in of the coffee shop (not oper­ at Emmons Lake Elementary the darkroom in case of an ational funds) Huene estab­ school. The program will accident.” lished this past year. The cof­ help severely cognitively Hahn said working in the fee shop helps to teach his impaired early elementary darkroom developing photo­ students life and employabil­ students. graphs gives the students ity skills. Though a Cross Creek more real hands-on chem­ Dutton Christian School Charter Academy represen­ istry experience than stu­ Principal Bob Terpstra and tative wasn’t available on dents often get in a regular the school’s librarian, Char Thursday, the school also chemistry class. She said she Fuller, accepted a check for will receive a $250 one-time even has some students mix $1,000 on behalf of. the donation to help fund the school. The donation will be Character Camp for Middle their own developing chemi­ used toward the purchase of School Students. More than cals rather than using ones books to improve literacy 200 middle school students that are already prepared and among students who struggle will spend a half week of prepackaged. In addition to learning the and those who need acceler­ team building instruction designed to reinforce the creative aspects of photograated reading programs. phy and the science of film The seventh grade teach­ Moral Focus Curriculum. photography ing team at Kraft Meadows The Kiwanis Club donated developing, Middle School will purchase $100 earlier this spring to the provides a bridge of commua ping pong table with a $300 Village of Caledonia for the nication between the students and their teachers, donation by Kiwanis. The annual Easter egg hunt. table will be used for a vari­ Last year, the Kiwanis according to Hahn. ety of activities, including sponsored a golf outing and “When they first come to team work, math skills, and the appearance of the Kelly class most of them don’t especially helping students Miller Circus in Caledonia, want to have their picture with hand/eye coordination. generating approximately taken. They don’t want to be Kathy McGilton was present $10,000 to help area chil­ a model, but we take pictures to receive the donation. dren. and we talk about their Director of Education Kiwanis Club President expressions and how they Chris Bums represented Randy Wilcox said, "The feel about a photograph. Special Education Director purpose of Kiwanis is to Lynelle Dodge when accept­ raise money and hand it out ing the $1,000 donation for to area organizations that the Low Ratio Cognitively help the children.” Impaired program. The new They don’t always have to be beautiful because we don’t always feel beautiful,” she said. “The darkroom also gives us a chance to bridge and talk about things.” In other business last week, the school board: • Approved a recommen­ dation of Athletic Director Mike Sparks and high school Principal Todd Gonser that the district join the Kalamazoo Valley Association for athletic com­ petition beginning in the fall of 2006. • Heard a report from busi­ ness manager Darryl Sydloski about the updated 2004- 2005 and projected budget for 2005-2006, which he had presented to the finance committee earlier in the month. • Approved the proposed 2005- 2006 budget for the Eaton Intermediate School District (EISD) as presented. The proposed general educa­ tion fund has $3,466,456 in total revenue, total expendi­ tures of $3,450,072 and a starting fund balance of $16,384 and an ending gen­ eral fund balance of $812,712. The proposed spe­ cial education fund has $17,107,325 in total revenue, Kiwanis Club donates to children’s programs sii{SS s{SSSS '•fc rLj^j%Hc * iaj, ::lt l• mi J* S m itafe *IMU IMU * * ’Bs’ MSHpati; ■!• [?*1 ®« mtiitg* cm testnsitssK: ■m Hiatanlciaai' i > b IittAMp tn lintetii* id'Bi ipni'ite bW itert rtw tSessnssit by Kelly Lloyd StaffWriter Five area organizations were recipients of the Kiwanis Club’s generosity last Thursday evening at the local service organization’s meeting. The Kiwanis Club donated more tha $4,500 toward organizations that support children in the Caledonia area. The recipients were chosen by the club’s Youth Service Committee and the Community ■ Service Committee. Kiwanis Club member Gordie Nickels introduced the recipients and purpose or use of the donations. Caledonia Schools Superintendent Wes VandenBurg received a $1,000 donation for the Summer. Youth Program. Though there won’t be a repeat ofthe Caledonia Parks and Recreation program this year, summer-long activities are being organized. Special education teacher Mike Huene represented the Caledonia Adult Transitions Cognitively Impaired pro­ gram when when he accept­ ed a $1,000 check for $17,107,325 in total expen­ ditures and a beginning and ending fund balance of $386,276. The proposed vocational education fund has $4,787,880 in total rev­ enues, $736,648 in total expenditures, a beginning fund balance of $315,755 and an ending fund balance of $366,987. • Appointed Wayne Curtis as the district’s representa­ tive and Andrea Montgomery as alternate to the June 6 biennial EISD board election. In a related action, the board set a special meeting for 5 p.m. May 23 for the purpose of reviewing the EISD candidates and authorizing the district’s rep­ resentative to vote for the selected candidates. • Approved offering five sections of all-day, every­ day kindergarten for the 2005 -’06 school year, but allowing administration to work out a plan with parents who want to have their child attend alternate days. • Approved continued par­ ticipation in Schools of Choice, reserving the right to exclude some grade levels if they are overcrowded. 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(VL-105)J g g - �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, May 17,2005 — Page 8 Volleyball players, parents confront board about coach by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Seven returning varsity girls’ volleyball players and their parents attended last week’s meeting ofthe Maple Valley School Board to ask the board to remove girls’ volleyball coach Kelly Offrink. The teens and their parents presented the board with a copy ofthe letter they sent to Superintendent Kim Kramer, high schjool Principal Todd Gonser, and Athletic Director Mike Sparks requesting a special meeting with them and Offrink to dis­ cuss her removal from the coaching position she has held for six years. The players and their par­ ents listed in their letter a number of issues, including commitment, lack of a youth program, no freshman team, no team camp, no attendance at AAU games or camps, lack of attendance at anyjun­ ior high games or practices, not furthering her coaching skills, failure to develop a support network for volley­ ball in the school and com­ munity, skills and ability, lack of communication, and uncertain ability to take the program to the next level. Interestingly, the Maple Valleyt varsity volleyball team this past winter earned a conference co-champi­ onship. John Mater, father of var­ sity player Alaina Mater, was the first to address the board. He said that all return­ ing varsity girls’ volleyball players, not just those who had issues with the coach, were asking for her removal. “Throughout the year they have tried to this through the proper channels without results. There is a problem to be addressed here and we support (the girls).” “They have obviously given this a lot of thought and I can understand their issues,” said school board trustee Brian Green. “I sup­ port the idea of developing a committee made up of par­ ents, board members, admin­ istrators and coaches to develop policy and philoso­ phy that will cover all the athletics we offer and their coaches and what we expect from our coaches.” “It’s my opinion that at next month’s meeting we could should decide whether we want to establish a com­ mittee that would look at the policy and philosophy of our entire athletic program, not just one coach or team,” agreed board President Jerry Sessions. “We have to look at the whole picture. Do we want a ‘win at all cost’ pro­ gram? Do we want them to just, ‘go out and have a good time?’ Neither approach will satisfy all kids or all parents; we need to find a median. “I’m going to suggest we put it on the agenda for next month’s meeting. The com­ mittee will decide what we expect from new and exist­ ing coaches. I want the com­ mittee to include Mike Sparks, some board mem­ bers and parents... as for the special meeting we’re not going to set one up at this time,” he added, noting that the board backed the admin­ istration’s decision to retain Offrink. “We’re going to stick with this coach this year and hope that you can mend fences and have a great season.” “It’s going to be a long year,” said another parent. “With that attitude it will be. It’s been my experience that attitude is everything,” said Sessions. “Every returning varsity player has said, ‘No. We don’t want her as a coach.’ Louise Jean Baker CLARKSVILLE Beloved wife, mother and grandmother Louise Jean Baker, aged 76, of Bell Road in Clarksville passed away May 3,2005. Louise was bom May 17, 1928 to William and Ethel Lundstrum of Vermontville. Louise is survived by her husband, Carroll; daughter, husband and family in Florida, Sherri and Bill Bowen; grandson and wife, John and Patti Overholt; great grandchildren, Christopher, Nicole, Tyler, Jenna; granddaughter, Angela; great granddaughter, Amanda; son, wife and grandson in Dorr, Rick and Jean Bodo and Jacob: son, Michael in Michigan; daugh­ ter, husband and family in Florida, Nancy and Bill Shearer, grandsons, Joshua and Jeremiah; sister Gerry Babcock in Mason; and a brother and wife, Gerald and Chubby Lundstrum in Vermontville. Louise loved to read, loved music, loved life and was always smiling. She espe­ cially loved dogs! She will be greatly missed. The funeral service was held at the Koops Memorial Chapel in Clarksville with a private family graveside service at Vermontville Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Ionia Area Hospice. Mary (Thompson) Huckendubler-Baxter NASHVILLE - Mary E. (Thompson) HuckendublerBaxter, age 82, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, May 11,2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Huckendubler and Clifton Baxter. She is survived by her children, Dick (Geri) Huckendubler of Copemish, Connie (Ron) Jackson of Battle Creek, Mark (Connie) Huckendubler of Sunfield, Nancy (Craig) Rhodes of Middleville; nine grandchil­ dren; 15 great-grandchildren; one nephew. Mary was a graduate of Lowell High School and as a homemaker she enjoyed spending time with her fami­ lyFuneral services for Mary were held Monday, May 16, 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 JE (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06605509 & FamUy Owner/Manager 2005 at Matthysse-KuiperDeGraaf Funeral Home (Caledonia), 616 E. Main St. Interment was at Bowne Center Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Condolences may be sent online at w w w . m k d funeralhome.com. We don’t see her as you do,” said Mater. “The problem here is that we can’t look at one program ifwe have no philosophy and policy which we can use to evaluate a coach,” said Sessions. “That’s why we wanted a special meeting,” said Mater. “I was told that there was a philosophy and policy, but it wasn’t in writing regarding camps, team building... it was supposed to be written down, but that hasn’t hap­ pened yet,” said another par­ ent “We’ll set a committee at the next meeting and we’ll go forward from there,” said Sessions, who then closed the public comment portion of the meeting and moved on to the next item of business on the agenda. The volleyball players and their parents left the meeting only to return a few minutes later and interrupt Kellogg School Principal Chris Parkinson as he was giving his monthly report to the board. One ofthe volleyball play­ ers said that she and the oth­ ers felt they had been denied their opportunity fully address the board regarding their issues with the coach. “I’ve been on the varsity team three years and I have had problems with the coach for all three years; she is not approachable at all,” said Amy Joostbems. “She caus­ es more drama than all of us... she takes sides. “This is going to be a long year,” she added. “We won’t make it fun for her. We’re going to play this season as a team and we’ll do it our way. We’ll make it a lot of fun.” “I’m real surprised that you (administration and the board) would put her (Offrink) in a situation like she will be going into and expect success,” said one of the fathers who returned to the meeting, who also expressed his disappoint­ ment in receiving “the cold shoulder” from the board of education. “There’s no cold shoul­ der,” said Sessions. “We need to go about this the proper way. We need a phi­ losophy and policy that we all can agree with. I’ve talked to several parents who don’t see the situation the same way you do. You’ve got to look at the whole pic­ ture. Mike (Sparks) has eval­ uated her and he doesn’t think she should be fired and without anything to go by, I’m happy to go with the administration’s decision. “We’ve got to look at the whole athletic program and who represents Maple Valley in a good way,” he added. Norm Porter, a student representative from the high school’s leadership class addressed the players and their parents. “You brought this to him through the proper channels and now you’ve got to let him use the proper channels to fix it. It will take time, but I feel that the board will see that the proper action is taken.” One of the fathers spoke up again and said that he was disappointed that Kramer didn’t meet with the girls before making his decision and that during their meeting with Kramer he had called the parents, “immoral and unethical.” Kramer said he had apolo­ gized for his words after reviewing the parents’ con­ cerns and said his decision not to hold a special meeting with the coach, administra­ tors and the parents because it was his intention to make things as good as they could be for the kids. “The decision involves the entire athletics department, what programs we want to run, what we expect of our coaches... our policy and philosophy have to be clear,” he said. “Who owns this issue from here on out?” asked Mater, who reiterated his desire to meet with adminis­ trators and the coach on a “one-to-one” basis. “Is she aware that every returning varsity player does not want her as coach? What makes her think that she can turn this around?” “Ifyou want one represen­ tative who can sit down with me and the coach, we can set up a meeting,” said Kramer. “Did she communicate that she had some goal?” asked Mater. “Yes, and we’ll communi­ cate that at the meeting,” replied Kramer before Sessions returned to the agenda and the parents and players left the meeting. Later in the week during a telephone interview, Brenda Joostbems, a parent of one of the varsity players, said that the parents were upset because they had been con­ fronting the same issues with the coach for two years and, “nothing is being done about them. “We parents of the return­ ing players were asked to do this (approach the board and administrators on their behalf) by our children. As good parents we don’t want to brush aside their concerns. We want to show them that we will stand up for them,” said Joostbems, who said that the parents were disap­ pointed that the administra­ tion and board seemed to support their teacher and coach and not the students. “They didn’t support the girls and give them a chance,” she added. “There have been many problems and we just want to be open and above board.” Kramer said during an interview later in the week that he had set up a meeting with Offrink, a parent repre­ sentative and himself to try to discuss the issues and come to some resolution and understanding. “We have a group of good-meaning, caring, heav­ ily involved parents who have for a number of years spent a great amount of effort to help their children pursue their interests, one of them being volleyball,” said Kramer. “This year our varsity vol­ leyball team was the league co-champion. That’s the first time since 1977 that the school has had a champi­ onship girls’ volleyball team,” he added. “Some of the kids and their parents have wondered whether (Offrink) has the skill level, dedication and ability to take them to the next level. When she started coaching six years ago, the program was floundering and she had a hand in developing the team to where they became co­ champions; but some of the parents believe, not neces­ sarily the students, that they succeeded, not because of Offrink but in spite of her.” Kramer said that during his investigation into the matter, he found no evidence that would cause him to dis­ miss Offrink from her post. “I think she should be given some credit for leading her team to the co-champi­ onship,” said Kramer. “I lis­ tened to the parents, but I denied their request to replace the coach.” Kramer said the board decided to support his deci­ sion and will proceed with their plans to form a commit­ tee that will establish a poli­ cy and philosophy for the entire athletic department including what is expected of coaches. “I have offered the parents an opportunity to send a rep­ resentative to a meeting with myself and the coach in hopes of mending fences. I have hope that we can pull together make it a good sea­ son next year,” said Kramer. “I have met with the coach and I have faith and confi­ dence that she has set goals and can make it a good year.” EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential * Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks Plastic & Steel Pipe Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 726-0088 (517) 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 17,2005 — Page 9 Lions look for undefeated SMAAseason at Olivet today H.’S !S<iS SS SS w wi Si S&S X SS Si's!'1 Sis!1 s . **»P< >:?•$' >:?•$ X ^%s %S«JJS‘s‘ *5*»Si* w’’’ JUh,*^ *^ **Cs •CuiSCr; ‘•«^ Z",c *^fc •i* L5*“ *s s ^Nhik|Bi 18,1 ^inhtfral Adam Lamphere is the fastest Lion ever. If the winner of the 100meter dash at the Olympics is termed the World’s fastest man, than Lamphere took the title as the fastest Lion ever on Tuesday. Lamphere won the 100- meter dash in 10.51 seconds, a new Maple Valley record. He also helped the Lion 400- and 800-meter relay teams to victory as the Maple Valley boys piled up points against Webberville and Dansville. The Lions topped Dansville 116 to 45 and Webberville 134 to 29 to improve to 6-0 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association. The girls’ team also improved to 6-0 win a 123-30 win over Dansville and a 125-33 win over Webberville. Lamphere teamed with Jason Wood, Jason Beardslee, and Denver Hine to win the 400-meter relay in 45.89 seconds. In the 800meter relay it was Hine, Wood, Lamphere, and Ken Cams earning first in 1:36.42. In the 1600-meter relay, the Lion boys’ team of Beardslee, Jarrod Brooks, Cams, and Dan Brooks won in 3:39.51. Dan Coumeya, Evan Smith, Sebastian Kalkhoff, and Michael Hall teamed up for the Lion victo­ Maple Valley pulled to ry in the 3200-meter relay within 3-2 in the sixth inning with a time of 9:25.39. Jones had a big day, win­ when Shilton led off with a single, and Ewing knocked ning the 1600-meter run in her home with a triple then 5:01.00, and the 800-meter came home to score on a sac­ run in 2:16.42. Hall won the other long race, the 3200rifice by Boss. The Broncos came back meter run, in 12:03.12. Cams won the 300-meter with two runs in the top of the seventh to earn the victo­ hurdles for Valley in 41.29 seconds, and finished third in ryThe Lions were and will the 110-meter high hurdles be on the road this week. behind teammate Jason Dansville hosted Maple Beardslee (15.18 seconds) Valley on Monday, and and Dansville’s Pat Mussell Wednesday the Lions travel (15.60). In the field, Hine took first to Albion. in the long jump with a mark This coming Saturday, the at 20-5.5, and Matt Lion ladies will participate in Gordeneer won the pole the Barry County vault by clearing 12-6. Invitational at Hastings with Teammate Devin Musser the host Saxons, Thomapple was second in the pole vault Kellogg Trojans, and Delton by clearing 12’. Kellogg Panthers, although Against both foes, the the Lions and Panthers Maple Valley girls won 15 of haven’t had much luck get­ the 17 events, including ting together lately. The two matching the boys’ team’s teams were rained out on sweep of the relays. Wednesday, and could have Mara Hughes, Njomza met Saturday at Battle Creek Tafili, Randi Vinson, and Central had it not been for Meghan Howard combined poor weather. for the 3200-meter relay vic- Lions top Bearcats at rain shortened Saturday tourney The Maple Valley varsity softball team won its lone contest at the Battle Creek Central Invitational on Saturday, knocking off the host Bearcats 7-4. Weather put an end to the tournament, and the Lions and Bearcats played just four innings. Mindy Newton drove in runs with singles in the first and second innings to lead the Lion offense. The Lions scored three runs in the first inning of the contest thanks to a pair of walks followed by five base hits. Valley then added a pair of insurance runs in the sec­ ond. Sarah Trumble and Katelyn Boss both had two singles in the game and one RBI. Kortney Ewing, Laura Trumble, and Markelle Brumm had the other Lion hits. Chelsea Davis pitched the first three innings, striking out three and allowing four hits and eight walk. Brumm came on in reliefto strike out two an earn a ground out after the Bearcats loaded the bases to start the inning. Maple Valley couldn’t get out of that kind of jam in game two of a double header with Bellevue last Monday. It cost the Lions the second of two with the Broncos, who took game two 10-4 and game one 5-2. The Lions led game two 4­ 1 headed into the fourth inning, but three errors and five unearned runs propelled the Broncos to the victory. A single by Laura Trumble, a triple by Brumm, and a double by Sarah Trumble to open the second inning helped the Lions jump out to a 3-0 lead in that one. Newton, Sammy Cowell, and Whitney Shilton also added hits for Maple Valley. Davis struck out three and walked ten pitching the first 51/3 innings. Davis struck out five and scattered nine Bronco hits in the game one loss. tory in 12:39.4. The 800meter relay team of Alisha Felmlee, Lisa Hamilton, Danielle Christensen, and Lauren Pierce won in 1:58.5. Amy Abbott, Felmlee, Dhanielle Tobias, and Jenny Ellison won the 400-meter relay in 52 seconds. The 1600-meter relay team of Kristen VanZandt, Pierce, Kristen Hummel, and Tobias won as well. Abbott had three individ­ ual victories to go along with the win in the 400-meter relay. She took the 100meter hurdles in 16.6 sec­ onds, the 300-meter hurdles in 51.3, and the long jump at 14-11. Kayleigh Browne and Ellison had two individual Valley struggles to find back of the net The Maple Valley Lions ended their winless varsity girls’ soccer season win a 4­ 0 loss to Dansville last Wednesday. The Lions did manage a couple of key offensive openings, but were unable to take advantage against the Aggies. It was the second time the Lions were shut out last week. The first time came Monday, but the Lion ladies were able to hold their oppo­ nents off the scoreboard as well in a 0-0 tie with Laingsburg. Although they were out- ® * Ix^bita^ ® ®tnciis«ii& victories each. Browne won the shot put (34-2) and dis­ cus (105-5), and Ellison the 100-meter dash (12.9 sec­ onds) and the high jump (5’). Other Lion victories included Tara Gordenski clearing 9’ in the pole vault, Tobias’ time of 27.5 seconds in the 200-meter dash, Jessica McMillen’s tim£ of 2:38.1 in the 800-meter run, and Pierce’s 400-meter dash time of 1:08.3. Maple Valley’s boys and girls will look to hold onto the league lead when they travel to face Olivet this afternoon. Friday, the Lions will par­ ticipate in the Division 3 regional meet at Laingsburg. shot, the Lion defense played excellent position defense and limited the high powered Laingsburg offense to just a few quality scoring chances. The Lions faced Laingsburg again on Monday, and this Wednesday end the regular season on the road at Harper Creek. District action begins next week. The Lions will partici­ pate in the Division 3 district tournament at Portland along with the host Red Raiders, Forest Hills Eastern, Grand Rapids Catholic Central, Lakewood, Godwin Heights, and Rogers. It had to happen some time! SC! ana'afc ■tai HRKiikutl siii nil mW® an attains! ■ fl Xtninipt ib> «' tai On April 3, 2005, my old­ est daughter officially became a teenager. Exactly one month and eight days later, on May 11, 2005, I officially became an embar. rassing parent. For 12 years I had basked in my daughter’s approval relishing the glory of being dubbed a "cool mom," acute­ ly aware that someday I would fall from grace. However, when it finally happened, I never saw it coming. After all, it’s not as ifI wore stripes and plaids in the same outfit or white socks with black shoes... I mean it’s not like I planned to ride the team bus home from her track meet! After spending an hour in the car driving to the Grand Rapids area and sitting in the bleachers at Wyoming High school for nearly three hours enduring cold and blustery weather to cheer for my daughter and her teammates, all I wanted to do was sign her out after the meet so we Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville . (across from Hometown Lumber) FREE Quotes on Auto & Home Motorcycles, Motor Homes, Boats, AT Vs, 4-Wheelers, RVs Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net e could stop at our favorite coffee shop where we could each warm up with big steaming bowl of hot soup and large latte for me and hot chocolate for her. We were heading to the parking lot when I reached into the pocket of my rain­ coat for my car keys. They weren’t there. I checked the pocket of my jeans. Not there. I checked my car. There they were — hanging from the ignition switch in my locked car. Great. I called my husband on my cell phone. He suggested I use my spare key. I told him I couldn’t because it because it was in my purse which was locked in the car. I suggested he call road serv­ ice for me and have them come out and unlock my car. He said he didn’t have the number. He asked if I had it. I said that I had the number, but it was in my wallet, which was in my purse, which was locked in my car. Oh. That left one alternative. I was saying good-bye to my husband and turning off my cell phone when I saw my daughter’s eyes grow wide with horror as she realized my plan. She saw me watch­ ing the assistant coach walk­ ing across the parking lot and quickly moved to intercept her and possibly save herself any undue embarrassment. "Er... uh... my mom locked her keys in the car... do you think she could ride the bus back to the school?" she stammered as her face flamed with embarrassment. "I don’t think the coach will mind," she said after I confirmed my daughter’s statement and we sheepishly followed her to the bus. The assistant coach asked the two girls sitting in the second seat to move back so I could have a place to sit. I felt bad as I looked back and saw that the nearly 70 teenaged girls jazzed up from a rare victory were crammed three to a seat. I thought about offering to let my daughter or one ofher friends sit with me, but quickly realized that sitting with mom on the team bus was a one-way ticket to the world of total geekdom — a fate worse than death for a teenaged girl. So, I kept my mouth shut but readily agreed to let them pile their backpacks and gym bags on the seat next to me, hoping I could somehow hide behind them. "What happened?" asked the head coach, who spotted me immediately when she got on the bus. "Uh... I locked my keys in my car," I admitted painful­ lyJust then there was a loud burst of laughter from the back of the bus, I hoped that someone back there had told a really good joke and they were laughing at the punch line and not me. As the bus pulled out onto the road, I slithered down in my seat and tried to blend in and become one with the vinyl upholstery to save my daughter (and myself) any further humiliation. I furtively dialed home on my cell phone and told my husband that I had hitched a ride on the team bus and asked him to pick us up at Hastings Middle School at about 7:30 then we could drive back to Wyoming to get my car. He wasn’t happy. But, after my husband and I drove back up to Wyoming and picked up my car, we stopped at the coffee shop for lattes, sort of a mini-date, you might call it. After 43 years of dealing with the fall-out from some seriously blonde moments, I guess it’s safe to say that I have become a master of making the best out of a bad situation. 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"We began to talk and brainstorm and came up with the idea of possibly enhanc­ ing things in the community by building starter homes, not building the large big beautiful homes, but a good shoe courts and things like quality starter home, that the by Sandra Ponsetto that, they could also help the community might be proud Staff Writer General Motors employ­ elderly and shut -ins with the of," he said. "Jerry as you ees who have been laid off gardening and other chores," know, since retiring from the from theirjobs at thfplant in said Bowden. "So if you school dabbles in a variety of Lansing have been given the know of anybody who needs things, threw out the idea option of spending a 40 or wants help we could put that he had a couple of lots hours each week sitting in a them in our data base and nearby that he might be will­ job pool waiting for an match them up with workers. ing to look to work with us in opportunity to fill in for sick This could be a win-win situ­ a partnership whereby we or vacationing employees or ation for everyone involved. would build a modest home they can spend the same It will help those laid off on one of the lots. It would amount of time performing maintain their self-esteem provide an opportunity for community service. and it could help better our our students to participate in Dianne Bowden, pastor of commnity" construction, and Jerry Nashville United Methodist Bowden said she already would hold some of the con­ Church and the executive has received a couple of calls struction responsibilities in director of the Maple Valley from people in the Lakewood terms of permits and what Community Center of Hope, area who are interested in not and then at the end, when was at the Nashville Village doing community service Council meeting Thursday work. evening to ask council mem­ Laid off GM workers bers if they would help the looking to do community community center compile a service or anyone who data base ofjobs that could knows ofpotential communi­ be done by laid-off GM ty service projects' to be workers as part of their entered into the data base are Christina Jackson, a 2002 weekly community service asked to call Bowden on her requirements. cell phone (269) 838-2340, graduate of Maple Valley "Perhaps these people her home (517) 852-0685 or High School,, has achieved semester honors and has could do work in the parks, the church (517) 852-2043. been named to the dean’s list maybe cleaning up the horsewith a grade point average of 4.0 following the spring BRAKES • OIL CHANGE ■ EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS semester at Purdue University. She has received the hon­ AUTO SERVICE, INC. ors in each of her three years at the school. Jackson is studying visual communications design in Jeff Dobbin, Owner Purdue’s School of Liberal ASE Master Technician Arts. 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. She is the daughter of Hastings, Ml 49058 Morris and Cheryl Jackson. Towing Available by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Members of the Nashville Village Council heard a request from Kim Kramer, the superintendent of Maple Valley Schools and local builder Jerry Reese to extend the sewer line on Reed Street in order to allow the school to partner with local busi­ nesses and construct a "Building Trades House" on property owned by Reese. Kramer noted that for many years the students in building -trades classes at Maple Valley High School constructed homes which were later sold by the school to finance next year’s proj­ ect However, a flat economy and housing market in the area often made it difficult to sell the homes in a timely manner which made for some financial difficulties for the district, which led to the discontinuation of the. program. Kramer said that while high school students in Maple Valley can participate in a building trades program at Lansing Community College, the hour-long com­ mute to and from the class was sometimes prohibitive to student participation. Kramer said that instead Laid-off GM workers to help community? we are finished then the home would be put up for sale and based on the sale of the home, Jerry would recoup his cost and the school district would get benefit back in terms of materials and equipment the school used during that time." Kramer said that work has begun to formalize the part­ nership with Reese, Hastings City Bank, Hometown Lumber, Maple Valley Real Estate, Thompson Excavating, Trumble Insurance Agency among others. "The plan is to form kind of a two year pilot study to see how it would go," he said. "We’d get the founda­ tion laid during the course of the summer so when the stu­ dents came back in August, we would be ready for them to begin." Kramer said that work would begin on the home which would sell for approx­ imately $100,000 this sum­ mer with a $15,000 from the school’s regular budget to go for the program, which would allow Reese to start laying the foundation during the summer. "After we were done with the two year pilot we would open this up to the communi­ ty to see if there are other interested parties who might be willing to join in this effort," he said. "We would Local grad earns 4.0 GPA at Purdue then look at approaching Vermontville and look at possibly, down the road, if everything is going well, have alternating years find­ ing a lot somewhere in the village or townships... •one year we’d build here, one year we would build there." Kramer said he believes the partnership would enhance the community by providing "much needed" housing for young couples starting out. "What we’re doing here tonight is just to talk and see whether or not you might be interested in helping out with some the issues this might entail such as plumbing, sewer lines and a few other things as we begin to part­ ner," said Kramer. "One of the things we hope to do is put up a well-made sign, list­ ing all the partners... adver­ tising a community-wide effort. Kramer said that building trades teacher Jeff Seavolt was very excited about the project for which he would be the primary teacher because it would involve a site that would be convenient for the students to get to. Trustee Ron Bracy asked Kramer, what he would like from the council. Reese responded that they would like to know whether or not the village would be willing to extend the existing sewer lines on Reed Street east to the site where the house would be constructed. Bracy said that the matter would need to be turned over to the Department of Public Works (DPW) committee. "We didn’t expect a final answer tonight. We just wanted to inform you of the partnership we were forming and what we plan to do," said Kramer. "I think everyone on the council is in support of this project, but we need to do our research and get back with you," said Village President Frank Dunham, after further discussion. In other business the council: • Unanimously approved taking the finance commit­ tee’s recommendation and setting the 2005 summer tax levy at 13.4923 mills (the maximum allowable rate of 8.8663 for general, .7710 for sidewalks and 3.8550 for streets. • Reappointed Zoning Administrator David Newman for another oneyear term. He was up for reappointment in April, but the council wanted to delay making the appointment until Newman was able to be at the council meeting to answer questions about his duties. • Denied a request from the planning and zoning committee to hire a secretary to prepare minutes for their meetings. When the proposal was turned down due to financial considerations, Bracy proposed paying the committee member who would take notes and prepare the meeting minutes an extra $5-$10 for each meeting, a proposal which was also not approved by council. • Approved reimbursing village clerk Cathy Lentz $659.50 for classes she took in the spring of 2005. • Heard a request from vil­ lage resident Tom Olsen that the village rethink its plans to extend its sidewalks to his property on the end of Durkee Street. Dunham said he would refer the matter to the DPW committee for fur­ ther review. 269-945-0191 ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS 11 -Month CD available thru May 20, 2005: The Village of Nashville will be flushing hydrants the week of May 23rd. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Be aware you may experience rusty water. Nashville DPW JEFF DOBBIN’S Christina Jackson GFWC-Vermontville makes plans for next year 4.00% g* ♦ 4.06% sr* New money from another financial institution: 4.10% KT *4.16%^ *4.16 Minimum opening deposit of$500 required. Penaltyfor early withdrawal. Call the ICNB office nearest you: Ionia: 616-527-0220 Belding Downtown: 616-794-1195 Belding West:616-794-0890 ICNB Hometown Banking www.icnb.com 06B08SS9 Dexter:616-527-1550 Lowell:616-897-6171 Southside:616-527-9250 Sunfield:517-566-8025 Woodland: 269-367-4911 The General Federation Women’s Club Vermontville 2004-2005 year ended at its May meeting with its tradi­ tional potluck dinner at the Methodist Church. Along with the dinner, Margaret Graham had a birthday cake made for her, along with candles,which set off the smoke detector in the church. The last event for the sea­ son will be skip day, to be held Thursday, May 19, organized by Joyce Rathbum and Lois Siple. Members are to meet at the park and are led to an undisclosed loca­ tion for an evening of enjoy­ ment. Ash borer beetles were the topic of the March meeting. Andrea Finnan, exotic insect pest coordinator, was the speaker. Firman told how the state was attempting to con­ trol the insects, brought sam­ ples of the beetles and how they work their way through the tree bark. Committee members will be working during the sum­ mer preparing for the upcom­ ing calendar of events. Anyone wishing to join can contact club president Sandra Haas at 726-0,051. Membership is open to any­ one in the Vermontville and surrounding areas. Stonehill Farm * Vermontville, MI rCANvOnoPvY7 cSAatL rEcS &p. RdEwNTtA*Li Sc Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. 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Lions Student of the Month for April Krista Driksna, the daughter of Arvida and Deena Driksna of Vermontville, recieves her student of the Month plaque from Vermontville Lions Club president Bill Mason. This photo was inadvertently omitted from the story which appeared in last week's edition of the Maple Valley News. NASHVILLE:House for sale $195 WOOD FOUR POST by owner, 3bdr, 1 bath on BED (new) with king pillow- riverfront. (517)726-0275 top mattress set. Cost $1,000. (517)204-0600 Help Wanted $2,500-$5,000 IN 30 DAYS: stuff/mail envelopes for our LC5ST company, $5 ea cn envelope $L000 REWARD! DOG GOLDEN RETRIEV­ stuffed. Payment guaran­ ER, 90LBS, 4 YEARS OLD, teed. For information send a NAMED "ASLAN". RED large S.A.S.E. to Global Re­ COLLAR WITH ID, VERY search, P.O. Box 887 Flint, FRIENDLY, LOST MI 48501. AROUND 4TH STREET & Miscellaneous 135TH STREET IN WAYLAND/MIDDLEVILLE FREE INSTALLED DISH AREA ON THURSDAY NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call 5/5/05. PLEASE CALL M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. 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Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by writ­ ing or calling Sharon Stewart, Township Clerk, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, Ml 49096, or 517-726-1159. nRKno?n PUBLIC NOTICE Date: May 17,2005 Permit No. MI0020079 Nashville WWTP The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality proposes to reissue a discharge permit to: the Village of Nashville, 203 North Main Street, Nashville, Michigan 49073, for a waste­ water treatment plant located at 9500 Greggs Crossing Road, Nashville, Michigan 49073. The applicant collects and discharges treated sanitary wastewater to the Thomapple River, in the SW 1/4, NE1/4, Section 35, Town 3N, Range 7W, Barry County. Comments or objections to the draft permit received by June 17. 2005. will be considered in the final decision to issue the permit. Persons desiring information regarding the draft permit, proce­ dures for commenting, or requesting a hearing should con­ tact: Camille Parker, Permits Section, Water Bureau, Depart­ ment of Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 30273, Lansing, Michigan 48909, telephone: 517335-4115, e-mail: parkerel @ michigan.gov. Copies of the public notice and draft permit may be obtained via the Internet (http://www.michigan.gov/deq - on the left side of the screen click' on Water, Surface Water, and NPDES Permits: then click on “Permits on Public Notice” which is under the Permits banner) or at the Water Bureau Grand Rapids District Office located at Unit ]0, 350 Ottawa N.W., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503-2341, telephone: 616-356-0500. 06609066 COMBINED NOTICE NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND NOTICE TO PUBLIC OF REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS Date Published: May 17, 2005 Village of Vermontville 121 Eastside Dr., Vermontville, Ml 49096 517-726-1444 TO ALL INTERESTED AGENCIES, GROUPS AND PERSONS: On or about June 2, 2005, the above named Village will request the state of Michigan to release Federal funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-383) for the following project: Main St. Reconstruction & Westside Dr./Eastside Dr. Project Street & Infrastructure Improvement Village of Vermontville Michigan $1,000,000.00 Finding of No Significant Impact It has been determined that such request for release of funds will not constitute an action signif­ icantly affecting the quality of the human environment and accordingly the above-named, Village has decided not to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91-190). The reasons for such decision not to prepare an EIS are as follows: 1. ) Proposed action will have no permanent adverse effects. 2. ) Proposed action will only have minor, short-term construction related impacts. 3. ) Construction impacts will be further mitigated. 4. ) Project will have many beneficial effects and is supported by the Community. An Environmental Review Record respecting the proposed project has been made by the above­ named Village which documents the environmental review of the project and more fully sets forth the reasons why an EIS is not required. This Environmental Review Record is on file at the above address and is available for public examination and copying upon request at the Village Office Tuesday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m, and 3,00 p.m. No further environmental review of this project is proposed to be conducted prior to the request for release of federal funds. Public Comments on Finding All interested agencies, groups and persons disagreeing with this decision are invited to submit written comments for consideration by the Village of Vermontville on or before June 1,2005. All such comments so received will be considered and the Village will not request the release of federal funds or take any administrative action on the proposed project prior to the date specified in the preceding sentence. Release of Funds Village of Vermontville will undertake the project described above with Community Development Block Grant funds from the State of Michigan under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. The Village of Vermontville is certifying to the State of Michigan that the Village of Vermontville and Mr. Monte O’Dell, the Certifying Officer for the Village, in his official capac­ ity as DPW Supervisor, consent to accept the jurisdiction of the federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to environmental reviews, decision-making, and action; and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. The legal effect ofthe certification is that upon its approval, the Village of Vermontville may use the Block Grant funds and the state will have satisfied its respon­ sibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969. Objections to State Release of Funds The State of Michigan will accept an objection to its approval only if it is on one of the following bases: (a) that the certification was not in fact executed by the certifying officer or other officer of applicant approved by the State of Michigan; or (b) that applicant’s environmental review record for the project indicated omission of a required decision finding or step applicable to the project in the environmental review process. Objections must be prepared and submitted to the State of Michigan, MEDC, 300 North Washington Square, Lansing, Michigan 48913. Objections to the release of funds on bases other than those stated above will not be considered by the state. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 21, May 24, 2005 Lion ladies medal in sixteen events to earn regional title by Brett Bremer Sports Editor The “one-two-three, TEAM” cheer may never have been as appropriate as when it was used Saturday afternoon by the Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team. The Lion ladies ran away with their Division 3 region­ al meet at Laingsburg High School, finishing 45.5 points ahead of second place Chesaning. Maple Valley will have athletes participating in nine different events at the Division 3 State Finals at Comstock Park High School June 2. “We placed in every event but one,” said Maple Valley varsity girls’ coach Gary Hamilton, in between clicks of his camera lens as his team celebrated with comedic poses, extended index fingers, and a rap music performance by a pair of athletes. “I think today, that’s something they should be proud of at a meet this big.” The Lion boys were edged out by Ovid-Elsie 103 to 90 at the top of their standings, but Maple Valley still quali- The Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team celebrates its 2005 Division 3 Regional Championship on the infield at Laingsburg High School Saturday afternoon. The Lions beat out second place Chesaning by 45.5 points to win their second straight regional title, and will be invited to Saturday’s Division 3 MITCA team track finals at Kent City High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) fied boys for the state finals in five events, including Adam Lamphere in four events. Amy Abbott from the girls side matched Lamphere in qualifying for state in four events. The top two placers in each event automatically earn a berth in the state finals, with additional ath­ letes qualifying by reaching certain pre-set times and dis­ tances. Abbott and Lamphere were the fastest runners in each meet. Abbott took the girls’ 100-meter dash in 12.85 seconds. Lamphere won the boys’ 100 in 11.00. Junior Kayleigh Browne and senior Ken Cams also won regional champi­ onships. Bauer Nature Sanctuary dedicated, open to public The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy formally dedicated a 20-acre nature preserve near Nashville and opened it to the public Saturday, May 7. The Gertrude McPharlin Bauer Nature Sanctuary was gifted to SWMLC when the Angell-Bauer Trust dis­ solved in 2004. This natural area was beloved by former Barry County Prosecuting attorney Max Bauer and his wife, Mildred (Millie) Angell Bauer, who set up the Angell-Bauer Trust. The sanctuary was named for Bauer's mother, Gertrude McPharlin Bauer. During the formal dedica­ tion, Delton resident and for­ mer Trust Board member Melvin Goebel said, "With more and more open spaces disappearing in Barry County, the public will need nature sanctuaries such as this one to come to and be able to commune or relate with nature. There isn't any doubt in my mind that Max and Millie would be extremely pleased that this parcel of land will be pre­ served inperpetuity under the auspices of the SWMLC." About 35 people attended the ceremony, including for­ mer Trust Board members Chuck Bauer, grandson of Gertrude McPharlin Bauer; Chip Marx, great-nephew of Max and Millie Bauer; and Mel and Alberta Goebel, long-time friends ofMax and Millie Bauer. At the formal dedication, a large cedar sign, sand-blast­ ed and painted, was unveiled and installed. This property described as beautiful and serene, con­ tains a wetland and a wood­ land, with steep ravines that drop 100 feet. Many beech and maple trees are over two feet in diameter, and there are more than 20 species of trees. The preserve is partic­ ularly beautiful during the spring wildflower display and vibrant during autumn when leaves change color. After the dedication, attendees took nature hikes to view these special vistas. SWMLC board members and naturalists Dr. Paul D. Olexia and Jason Cherry led the hikes. Bauer, a conservationist, enjoyed the panoramic vistas along High Banks Creek and decided to protect the prop­ erty by keeping it natural. The Bauers' great-nephew, Chip Marx, shared his remembrances. "This is a really beautiful spot, and it was a special place for Max and Millie. They came here often. Turning it into a nature sanc­ tuary is a perfect celebration of who they were. It was such a logical step for them to transfer this property to a great organization like the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy to be protected forever." Goebel said Bauer loved the sound of the gurgling springs so much that in his last year, because he was no longer able to walk the steep ravines to the springs, Goebel and wife Alberta walked it for Bauer. They tape-recorded the sounds and brought the recorded gur­ gling springs back for Bauer to enjoy. Goebel recalled, "Max loved animals of all kinds, especially deer and birds. He fed birds all year long, and had a special feeder built. I would sometimes help him lug 50-pound bags of bird seed to that feeder. He also had special lean-to shelters built for deer. Max would put ears of com for the deer to eat under the shelters." SWMLC volunteers held several workdays to com­ plete trails so that the sanctu­ ary would be easily accessi­ ble to the public through a quarter mile upper loop and a quarter mile lower loop at the base of the steep "high banks" that give High Banks Creek its name. The Gertrude McPharlin Bauer Nature Sanctuary is located on the west side of Barryville Road, about half mile south of M-79, four miles west of Nashville, and seven miles east of Hastings. Look for the nature sanctu­ ary sign and a mowed park­ ing areajust beyond the sign. The SWMLC helps people protect the local wild and scenic places they care most about. The organization was founded in 1991 as a non­ profit membership organiza- See BAUER, page 6 Lamphere also won the 200-meter dash in 22.91, while helping the Lions’ 400- and 800-meter relay teams to second place finish­ es. Abbott took second in both the 100-meter hurdles (16.02) and in the 300-meter hurdles (47.14), finishing behind Chesaning’s Meghan Strachota each time. Abbott’s other state quali­ fying performance came when she helped the Lions’ 400-meter relay team finish second in 51.09 seconds behind Lansing Catholic Central (50.80). The Lion ladies’ relay team of Alisha Felmlee, Dhanielle Tobias, Amy Joostbems, and Jenny Ellison also qualified for state with its third place time of 1:51.74. Perry and Chesaning finished first and second respectively in the race, after the defending state runners-up from Lansing Catholic Central were eliminated by a false start. Abbott wasn’t alone in qualifying for state in the 300-meter hurdles. Freshman teammate Danielle Christensen fin­ ished fourth, with a state qualifying time of 49.16 sec­ onds. Three Lions qualified for state in the pole vault. Seniors Tara Gordenski and Lisa Hamilton both sur­ passed the qualifying height in the girls’ meet. Gordenski was third (10’) and Hamilton fourth (9-6). Junior Matt Gordeneer’s mark of 13-6 was surpassed only by Laingsburg senior Paul Lange, who went 14-6 to win the boys’ vault. Joostbems, a sophomore, qualified for state in three events, including the 800meter relay. She was second in the discus with her throw of 102-7 and second in the high jump by clearing 5-1. Her teammate Browne fin­ ished third in the disc, but took the regional champi­ onship in the shot put with a throw of 35-5.25. On the boys’ side, Lamphere teamed up with seniors Denver Hine, Jason Wood, and Cams to finish second in the 800-meter relay with a time of 1:33.78. Cams was the 300-meter hurdles champion with a time of 41.84 seconds. Hine was second in the long jump with a mark of 19-10.75. Lamphere, Hine, Woods, and senior Jason Beardslee finished second in the 400meter relay with a time of 44.37. The Lions finished behind Chesaning in the two sprint relay races. That was the story of the day for the Lions, who came in hoping to match the girls in winning a regional title. A second here instead of a first. A third here instead of a sec­ ond. Lion head coach Brian Lincoln pointed out that his boys did score better than their seedings would have predicted prior to the meet. He had it worked out that his team should score about 88 points. “Their kids stepped up See TRACK, page 8 In This Issue • Seniors recognized during Honors Night • Nashville woman is captain in Breast Cancer 3Day walk • Alternative ed students mock trial • Lions softball splits DH against Aggies • Four wins for share of SMAA title �The Maple Valley News,, Nashville,, Tuesday,,, May 24,2005 — Page 2 GM employee communityservice programstarting Bonnie Seitier and Mary Reid are the first two laid-off GM workers to sign up for community service work through the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. The first two General Motors employees laid off from the plant in Lansing signed up for the community service work and began work in the village of Nashville and the surrounding area. When they were laid off, workers were given the choice of sitting in ajob pool at the plant cafeteria, playing cards, reading, etc., while waiting for the opportunity to fill in for sick or vacation­ ing workers, or they could sign up to perform services in or near their own commu­ nity. Dianne Bowden, the pas­ tor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of the Memorial Day Holiday Deadlinesfor The Sun and News MAPLEVALLEY new^ The People Paper local paper oft oday! inews Thursday, May 26 at Noon ~ Classified Deadlines ~ for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be Friday May 27 at Noon. 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 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship.......................... 11 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) Church Service....... Sunday School........ ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) a | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. 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KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service.. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 . e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH Car ~O<a No fabf** ______________ MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH DIGITAL STEREO Unlimited Eras Irl.fc Rstllls E .151 Csni Refills | offthe job. For more details, contact our GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE REV. ALAN METTLER $6.00 DAILY Matlness til 6pm anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day, on or 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. 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An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special." For information call 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. 2043 (church), (517) 852­ 0685 (home), or (269) 838­ 2340 (cell). We’ll pay you when your income stops. . Display Advertising Deadlines ~ ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES garden where they could work. The produce from the garden would go to the Maple Valley Community Pantry. Shelf here- in Nashville and the poundage would be credited to the South Central Michigan Food Bank in Battle Creek so it would be a win-win-win situation. “It’s really quite exciting how the community is able to work with GM to give these workers something productive to do to help the community rather than sit all day in a job pool,” said Bowden. “The DPW can take six to eight workers and any more we get can work at other locations in the com­ munity.’ Anyone interested in working or who knows of work that could be done to benefit the community can call Bowden at (517) 852- Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, said she has been working with UAW Local 602 to get the commu­ nity service program off the ground in the Nashville area. “The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope will act as the coordinating agency in the area,” said Bowden. “We have two women who have already signed up and will start working with the DPW (Department of Public Works) on Monday and we’ve already had six more calls from people who are interested in working.” Bowden said the workers from GM will be helping the DPW with projects like cleaning Putnam Park, reha­ bilitating the horseshoe courts and helping with cemetery maintenance. “We have also had land donated for a community PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a 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.i.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group ■ Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT . Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH . . Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11XX) a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry PASTOR KATHY SMITH �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, May 24,2005 — Page 3 Seniors recognized during Honors Night Lion Award Winners are recognized during Maple Valley High School’s 2005 Honors Night pictured are (from left) Kyndra Root, Jessica McMillen, Akok Malek, Dustin Jones, Tara Gordenski, Benjamin Boss and Amy Abbott. Absent from photo are Jason Beardslee and Kortney Ewing. (Photo by Whitney Shilton) Parents and students filled the Maple Valley High Shod Auditorium last Tuesday evening as the school recog­ nized outstanding scholars and athletes during it’s annu­ al Honors Night assembly. Students and their awards and scholarships are as fol­ lows: • Eaton Federal Savings Bank Scholarship: Candice Ferrier. • Kathy Carl Memorial Award: Rochelle Currier. • Eaton County Community Foundation Youth Advisory Committee: Amanda Mead, Andrew Gaber and Jessica Lawless. • MHSAA Scholar/Athlete Award: Benjamin Boss, Samantha Cowell, Tara Gordenski, Dustin Jones, Amanda Mead, Tesa Robles and Kyndra Root. • Leadership scholarship: Andrea Szymanski and Kelsey Elliston. • Doug Vogt (Lions Club) Memorial Scholarship: Dustin Jones, Katie Eldred, Lisa Hamilton, and Erin Hummel. • U of M Alumni Association Award: Erin Hummel and Andrew Gaber. • Kellogg Community College Gold Key Scholarship: Samantha Cowell • Woodland Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship: Lisa Hamilton and Amanda Mead. • Zemke Memorial Schoalrship: Samantha Cowell. • National FA Foundation Award: Katie Eldred and Amanda Ketchum. • MSU FFA Scholarship: Katie Eldred. • MSU FFA Alumni Scholarship: Katie Eldred and Matt Norton. • Lions Award: Amy Abbott, Jason Beardslee, Benjamin Boss, Kortney Ewing, Tara Gordenski, Dustin Jones, Akok Malek, Jessica McMillen and Kyndra Root. • Valedictorian: in Hummel. • Salutatorian: T ssa Robles, Lisa Hamilton and Tara Gordenski. • High honors: Benjamin Boss, Samantha Cowell, CALENDAR OF EVENTS Rochelle Currier, Joseph Desrochers, Katie Eldred, Jessica Elliston, Kelsey Elliston, Andrew Gaber, Tara Gordenski, Lisa Hamilton, Erin Hummel, Commission bdfiQCowlu on Aging Schedule of Events Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, May 25 Tuna salad, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, pita bread. Thursday, May 26 Turkey w/Swiss, marinated vegetables, plums, whole wheat bread. Friday, May 27 Egg salad, three bean salad, pears, whole wheat crackers. Monday, May 30 Memorial Day. (No meal delivery) Tuesday, May 31 Wing dings, coleslaw, pineapple, dinner roll. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, May 25 Chef’s salad, macaroni salad, mandarin oranges, sweet treat. June 2 June 2 June 4 June 5 Memorial Day. Livestock Developmental meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Exploration Days Orientation, 7 p.m., Community Room in the Courts & Law Bldg., Hastings. Fair Board meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Open Horse Show, gates open at 7 a.m., Barry Expo Center. Open Horse Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Barry Expo Center. June 9 Fair Entry Forms Due to Barry Expo Fair Office. June 11 County Shoot Competition, 8 a.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Horse Developmental meeting, 7 p.m. June 13 The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thorn apple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 Dustin Jones, Amanda Ketchum, Amanda Mead, Dustin Mead, Michael Rhodes, Tessa Robles, Kyndra Root, Kailey Smith, Nathanael Smith, Shawna Tevelde, Tiffany Thomas and Laura Trumble. Honors: Sadie Blodgett, Elizabeth Clements, Todd Cupp, Krista Driksna, Dustin Drumm, Kevin Fassett, Candace Ferrier, Michael Furlong, Kalisha Jones, Jessica Lawless, Jessica McMillen, Kristin Mead, Thomas Miller, Harold Paul Morgan, Bethann Platte, David Shaver II, Andrea Szymanski, and Jonathon Yenger. Top 10: Erin Hummel, valedictorian; Tara Gordenski, Lisa Hamilton, Tessa Robles, co-salutatorians; Andrew Gaber, Katie Eldred, Tiffany Thomas, Laura Trumble, Krista Driksna, and Rochelle Currier. SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Thursday, May 26 Sausage, country potatoes, peaches, French toast sticks, apple juice. May 23-31 Extension office will be periodically closed during lunch, please call ahead. Friday, May 27 2nd Mandatory Meeting for Shooting Sports. May 23 Lasagna, corn, Italian Shooting Sports meeting, 7 p.m., Extension blend, pudding. May 26 Office. Monday, May 30 County Buildings Closed - Celebration of May 30 Memorial Day. (No meal June 1 Maple Valley High School 2005 valedictorian Erin Hummel and three co-salutatorians, Tessa Robles, Lisa Hamilton and Tara Gordenski are recognized during Honors Night. (Photo by Whitney Shilton) delivery). Tuesday, May 31 Spaghetti w/meatsauce, asparagus, carrots, fresh orange. Events Wednesday, May 25 Hastings, Horseshoes 10:30 a.m.; card games 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails. Woodland, Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Thursday, May 26 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30 -11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dancing, 1-2:30 p.m. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville, TV Time. Friday, May 27 - Hastings, Walking Club. Woodland, Visiting. Nashville, Granny’s Kids. Monday, May 30 - COA closed. Memorial Day Observance. Tuesday, May 31 Hastings Board Games; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beginning Line Dancing 1-2:30 p.m. Katie Eldred and Amanda Ketchum are recipients of the National FFA Foundation Award. (Photo by Whitney Shilton) Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY FROM SECURITY AND SATISFACTION. Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net Wednesday, May 25 Taco, whole kernel com, applesauce, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, May 26 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Open a new checking account at ICNB before May 30 and receive $10 for your unused checks! Friday, May 27 Mini com dogs, french fries, fruit, treat, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, May 30 Memorial Day. No School. Tuesday, May 31 Cheesie bread stick, spaghettios, pineapple, tidbits, 1/2 pt. milk. lust bring in your unused checks from your current checking account at another financial institution, and ICNB will pay you $10 toward the purchase of your new checks. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Thursday, May 26 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Friday, May 27 Choose One - Pizza, chick­ en sandwich, country chicken bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, vegetable, raspberry sherbet, juice, milk. Monday, May 30 No School. Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 31 Choose One - Quesadilla, pizza, cheeseburger, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, tater tots, pear halves, juice, milk. Present this ad and save today! Member FDIC 06608897 Hometown Banking WWW.icnb.COITI Available at any ICNB office: Ionia, Belding, Lowell, Sunfield, and Woodland �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 24,2005 — Page 4 Bethel Graham Reader Delores Garrett VERMONTVILLE Delores Garrett, age 66, of Vermontville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 19,2005 at her home. Delores was bom in Traverse City, on November 15,1938. She was the daugh­ ter of the late Ralph and Edna (Chandler) Ward. Her family moved to the Muskegon area shortly after Delores was bom. She spent her childhood in the Muskegon area where she attended area schools. She was the wife of Donald Garrett. The couple met in 1973, and were mar­ ried one year later on March 8, 1974 in Muskegon. The couple built their home together in Vermontville where they raised their fami­ ly. They have been married for 31 years. Delores was an avid gar- dener. She enjoyed working in her flower garden. She especially loved her roses, she also enjoyed feeding and watching the hummingbirds. But Delores’ first love was her family; she especial­ ly enjoyed spending time with her beloved grandchil­ dren. Delores is survived by her beloved husband of 31 years Donald; daughter Donna (Joseph) Allwardt; sons George (Melanie) Garrett, Dale (Jolene) Garrett, and Don E. ( Autumn) Garrett. Also surviving is her sister Arlene (Ronald) Schmuck; bothers, Dale (Anita) Ward, Richard (Sharon) Ward and 11 grandchildren. Delores was preceded in death by her daughter Linda; brothers, Robert Ward and Lawrence “Larry” Ward. Funeral Services were held BATTLE CREEK - Bethel Graham Reader, age 91 of Battle Creek, formerly of Charlotte, died Thursday, May 19, 2005, in Charlotte. Bethel was bom February 15, 1914 to Merlin and Essie (Baker) Rich. Bethel was an avid garden­ er and loved to travel. She also enjoyed golf, bowling and square dancing. Bethel .was a former mem­ ber of the Northwest Walton Grange. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Battle Creek. Bethel is survived by her son, Richard (Aundria) Graham of Bellevue; daugh­ ters, Diana (Elam “Rocky”) Rockwell and Nancy (Roger) Gusey, all of Charlotte; eight grandchildren, and 17 great Grandchildren, 2 Great Great grandchildren, her Sisters, Mary (Ed) Brzycki of Charlotte, Helen (Luther) Robinson of Shaftsburg, and Brother, Jon (Linda) Rich of Bellevue. 'She is preceded in death by her first husband, Richard Graham, in 1966; her second husband, Arthur Reader in 2004; her daughter, Sharon, in 1934; her brother Albert Rich, and her sister, Madeline Wyble. Services were held Monday, May 23, at the Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Siefert officiating. Interment followed in Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com at Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, on Monday, May 23rd, with Pastor Steve Olmstead officiating. Interment took place imme­ diately following the funeral Nashville - Garth Slocum, farming until the age of 80. Bridie, Ty, Rob, Cody, Sonja service at Woodlawn age 90, of Hudson formerly He was an avid hunter and of Michigan, Bradley and Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions ofNashville, passed away at fisherman, enjoyed reading, Justin of Georgia, Susan of can be made to directly to the his residence on May 12, wood and metal work, tin­ Ohio, Vickie of Florida, 18 2005. kering with automobiles, great grandchildren, 12 great family. He was bom October 31, gardening and traveling, but great grandchildren, his sis­ Arrangements were made by Daniels Funeral Home in 1914 in Castleton Township, most of all he enjoyed the ter Dorothy Karrar, and Barry County to Shirley D. family and grandchildren. numerous nieces and Nashville. Slocum and Arlie Aspinall He was preceded in death nephews. Slocum. by his parents, a sister, Helen Memorial contributions He grew up on a farm out­ Karrar, and a grandson Ricky can be made to the side of Hastings, and attend­ Slocum. V e r m.o n t y ill e Garth leaves his wife Congregational Church, GLADWIN - LeRoy G. He was a self employed Tuesday, May 24, at 11 a.m. ed Martin Comers Country Harvey, age 93, of Gladwin farmer. at Hall Funeral Home, School and Hastings High LaVona of 59 years; seven Hernando-Pasco Hospice, or School. children raised in the home, the American Cancer died May 21,2005. Funeral services .were held Beaverton, Mick 48612. After his schooling, he Robert of Green Castle, Society. farmed, worked at E.W. Missouri, Sally of Michigan, Funeral Services were held Bliss, General Motors, Jareki Garth Michael of Spirit on Friday May 20, 2005 at Phyllis Yvonne (Smith) daughter, Brenda, and an Machine and Tool, Oliver River, Alberta, Canada, The Daniels Funeral Home Jackson, age 78, died infant grandson, Garrett. Corporation Outboard Motor Ganene of Palm Coast, FL. in Nashville. Interment fol­ Sunday, May 22, 2005. Funeral Services will be Division, Aluminum LaVona Sue of Chicago, IL. lowed the funeral service. Mrs. Jackson was bom Wednesday, May 25, 2005, Extrusions, and operated Jeff of Woodland, and Trudy Funeral arrangements have November 16, 1926, in 10:30 a.m. at Pray Funeral Colfax Manufacturing .until of Vermontville. been entrusted to the Daniels Cincinnati, OH, the daughter Home in Charlotte with retirement in 1977. Upon Other survivors include Funeral Home, Nashville. of Guy and Sherla (Morris) Pastor Robin Crouch offici­ retirement he returned to special grandchildren, Smith. ating. She was a licensed beauti­ Visitation will be Tuesday, cian for many years in May 24 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Scholarship Foundation votes in awards Greencastle, Indiana. She at the Pray Funeral Home in The Maple Valley of the Scholarship ships. The 2005 pig roast was a member of First Charlotte. Memorial Scholarship Foundation, which will occur netted $887.88 and the Baptist Church in Charlotte. Following funeral servic­ Foundation’s recent annual in 2006. Christmas mailer, $4,620. She is survived by her sis­ es, Mrs. Jackson will be meeting the board of direc­ The treasurer’s report For more information or to ter June (Orville) Crocker of taken to the Bitties and Hurt tors voted to award a total of showed a balance of make donations, contact :‘ Osgood, Indiana; two sons, Funeral Home in $31,000 in scholarships. $637,187.64, which includes MVMSF, P.O. Box 715, Morris “Moe” (Cheryl) Greencastle, Indiana. Amounts for the ten interest earned for scholar- Nashville, MI 49073. Jackson ofVermontville, and Visitation will also be held “named” scholarships were Brice (Jane) Jackson of Wednesday evening, May 25 First Baptist Church or the established by 2005 and the Greencastle, Indiana; daugh­ at Bitties and- Hurt in Eaton Community Hospice. remaining money will be ter, Patty (Melvin) Grimes of Greencastle, IN from 6 PM Arrangements by Pray divided representing differRussellville, Indiana; four to 9 PM. Interment will be Funeral Home, Charlotte. ent academic areas. grandchildren, Christina, Thursday 10:30 AM at All 2005 graduates are Further information avail­ Stacey, Jeffrey and John. Fillmore Cemetery in able at considered, as well as alumni who have requested consid­ She was preceded in death Filmore, IN. www.prayfuneral.com eration by the April 15 dead­ by her husband Marvin K. If desired, memorial con­ Residential • Commercial • Farm line. Selection is based on Jackson in 2003, an infant tributions may be made to attitude, effort and desire to Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank succeed. Sales - Service Other business at the meet­ ing included moving David 2”, 5" Well Drilling & Repair A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to Dimmers to the honorary category on the board of Richard Cobb • David Cobb help fund activities throughout the county in the directors, Mark Jarvie from five-year category to the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral the nine-year category, and adding Audrey Watson, 270 N. Pease Rd. director for more information on the BCF or call Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Emily Mater and Kyle Vermontville 06605544 Booher to the board of direc ­ (269) 945-0526. tors in the five-year category. The board of directors consists of a total limited to 25 active members. Officers were re-elected: Chairperson Dorothy Carpenter, Vice Chairperson Junia Jarvie, 'i Treasurer Susie Butler and 2 Secretary Rose Heaton. A pig roast fund-raiser will • LAUREL BURCH® FABRICS OwKimify Serving Yours be held again this year before a home footballl game on • INTERLOCK KNITS Nashville’s Only Family Ownedr Independently Sept. 16. Serving will be Operated Funeral Home near the entrance of the foot­ • COOL COTTONS Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room ball field and ends when the QUESTIONS: football game begins to ASK US... Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free avoid competition with Band Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 Boosters’ concession sales. 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 Take-outs will be available OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; VISA ___J Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5^0 pm again this year. 05529647 | Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station Plans were started for cele­ 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville & Family 505509 Owner/Manager brating 20-year anniversary LeRoy G. Harvey Phyllis Yvonne (Smith) Jackson $31,00 COBB Give a memorial that can go on forever 517-726-0377 For Summer (517)852-9712 -- �us ust Say ay “As s Advertised verse in n the e Maple ape Valley a ey News" ews Tuesday, uesay, May ay 24,2005 , — Page age 5 _ Nashville woman is captain in Breast Cancer 3Day walk More than 200,000 new cases of invasive breast can­ cer are diagnosed each year, but a group of state employ­ ees, including Chris Bush from Nashville, is attempting to see that the words, “breast cancer,” do not generate the fear they used 'to. Actually, members of Team “Big Feat,” as they call themselves, will be tak­ ing 60 miles worth of steps, walking in the 2005 Michigan Breast Cancer 3D this July. Team Big Feat consists of Bush and her supervisor, Linda Dykema, both from the Michigan Department of Public Health. Joining them from the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) are Amy Perbeck and Deb Mackenzie-Taylor. Bush is a two-time breast cancer survivor. The summer of 2004 started with her hav­ ing a mastectomy after being free of cancer for nearly five years. The summer ended with her participating in the 3Day, walking with another friend from DEQ, Margaret Sadoff. Bush said she walked last year to celebrate being one of more than two million breast cancer sur­ vivors in the U.S. today. This year Bush has an additional reason to walk, “My sister-in-law was diag­ nosed in January with inflammatory breast cancer, which is an aggressive form of the disease. She’s really having a rough time with chemotherapy, which I was fortunate enough not to go through during my battles. But she’s impressive. She is talking about walking with me in next year’s 3Day. Hey, I have to get through this year’s first. But, she’s think­ ing like a survivor and plan­ ning for the future.” Dykema said she has been lucky so far. She has never had breast cancer, nor has anyone in her family. She is walking because she cherish­ es her daughter, her sisters, her nieces and her friends. She admits, however, that not only does she walk for hope, she walks for pride, her teenage son has expressed doubt that she can go the distance. “He must be proved wrong!” she said. Perbeck lost her mother to breast cancer. “My mom was diagnosed with breast cancer during my freshman year of high school, so it’s difficult for me to remember a time when the disease was not in the forefront of my mind. She had a recurrence about six years later and died after a year of horribly intense chemotherapy and radiation treatments,” said Perbeck, who has also had two sisters diagnosed with the disease, one of whom has passed away as well. “Every day I am reminded of what has been taken from me and my brother — what has been taken from count­ less people all over the world — due to the early passing of phenomenal women. “The women in my family were 50 and younger at the time oftheir diagnosis. More and more these days, I hear of women in their 30s who are facing breast cancer. I want to be a part of the research that will discover new treatments and diagnos­ tic techniques, and I feel that walking the 3Day gives me the opportunity to do just that,” she added. MacKenzie-Taylor, like Dykema, has never had breast cancer and wants to see it, and the fear it raises, eradicated. An estimated 215,990 new invasive cases of breast can­ cer are expected to occur among women, and an esti­ mated 1,450 new cases of breast cancer will be diag­ nosed in men in the U.S. 05529577 each year. About 40,110 women and 470 men, will die from breast cancer each year. Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer found among American women and is second only to lung cancer in fatalities. Only 5 to 10 percent of breast cancers are due to heredity. The majority of women with breast cancer have no known significant family history or other known risk factors. Eighty-five percent of the net proceeds from the Breast Cancer 3Day benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, an organization dedicated to bringing an end to breast cancer as a life-threatening disease. Fifteen percent of the net proceeds from the Breast Cancer 3Day benefit the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund, a special field of interest fund that will provide support for breast cancer initiatives including research, treat­ ment, prevention and educa­ tion. The Breast Cancer 3Day is a National Philanthropic Trust project, benefiting the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. “One cause, three days, 60 miles, hundreds of conversa­ tions, thousands of people, changing millions of lives.” Those are the words heard in videos downloadable from the website (www.the3day.org), prayed in the pre-dawn hours at opening ceremonies, and cheered at the exultant clos­ ing ceremonies. Last year’s 3Day events generated over $20 million for the benefici­ aries. Michigan’s 2004 event grossed over $4.4 million. There are a dozen 3Day events occurring in the United States this year, start­ ing in Dallas/Fort Worth in June and finishing in Arizona in October Michigan’s event is July 15- MIKES BARBER SHOP 120 Sherman St. • Nashville, Ml New Hours of Operation Wednesday & Thursday 4-8 pm Friday & Saturday 10 am - 3 pm Betty Blakely to observe 75th birthday Betty will observe her 75th birthday quietly at home. She was bom on May 28, 1930. A card shower would be appreci­ ated. Her address is P.O. Box 120, Nashville, MI 49073. Team Big Feat captain, Christina Bush 17, the route starting at the Meadowbrook Music Hall in Rochester and finishing at the State Fairgrounds in Detroit. During the event, the walkers camp in a “mobile city” each night, with dry tents, warm showers, food and even karaoke. Walkers aren’t the only people making this event happen. Crew members move walkers’ gear from site to site for each evening, pro­ vide snacks, water and sports beverages at the pit stops, and otherwise work to take the walkers’ minds off their feet. But, when the feet do hurt or blisters show up, there is the medical crew, doctor and nurse volunteers, ready to make sure the walk­ ers can go on, ifnecessary, to make sure they stop. Safety is the number one concern. Bush witnessed many acts ofkindness during last year’s walk and during this year’s fund-raising. During the cool rainy first day of last year’s 3Day, someone in a pickup truck stopped and offered a rain poncho to a young cou­ ple who were getting soaked. Other drivers would stop and ask why so many people hwere walking and, upon hearing the reason, gave a donation on the spot. Three of Bush’s co-work­ ers have put forth a challenge to the rest of their office mates, offering to match pledges (similar to public radio and TV). In order to participate, each walker must raise a minimum of $2,100. Bush, the captain of Team Big Feat, participated in last year’s event and raised more than $3,000. Last year’s highest individual fund-rais­ er raised about $50,000. The highest team fund-raiser raised about $80,000. Teams and individuals often come up with innova­ tive ways to raise the money: Raffling or auctioning mer­ chandise or services donated by area businesses, having “free topless” car washes — the sides are free, the top is done when the driver makes a donation, having “Pink Drink” nights at the local watering hole, bringing breakfast to work in Internet, clicking on exchange for donations, hav­ Michigan, then clicking on ing Tupperware sales, Mary Sponsor a Participant (in the Kay sales, and so on. left margin). Entering the Team Big Feat is planning name or names of the partic­ a garage sale Saturday, June ipants and making a credit 4, at 5024 Grape Arbor Lane card donation online or in Lansing, with all sales download a donation form to gong to the 3Day. mail a check. Tupperware and Beaner’s In addition, sterling-silver items will be available, as jewelry creator Margaret will some potted perennials. Ross has designed a necklace Donation forms will be and earrings for Team Big available at the garage sale, Feat to sell as a fundraiser. for shoppers to make a con­ The necklace is a 16" chain tribution beyond pocket with a dogtag-like pendant change, if they wish. that has the ribbon emblem Locally, a collection can­ and the word "HOPE" ister has been placed near the stamped into it. cash register at Razor’s Edge (The pendant can be cus­ Salon in Hastings where one tom-made, with "HOPE" of the stylists has pledged to being replaced by a name or come in and work on her day other word of the buyer's off and donate all the pro­ choice.) ceeds to the Breast Cancer The chain can be worn by 3Day. itselfand the pendant used as Bush reports that she has a zipper pull, if desired. The also received a donation earrings are also pendants from the Hastings chapter of with the ribbon emblem and the Business and will have pink-ribbon rivets Professional Women’s Club attached to the silver. Prices and a sizable donation from are $48 for the necklace and the Sarah Circle of Grace $12 for the earrings. The Lutheran Church in artist will donate one-half of Hastings. the purchase price to the Anyone desiring to make a Breast Cancer 3Day. donation toward Team Big For more information, Feat’s efforts can obtain a contact Team Big Feat cap­ form or donate through the tain Christina Bush, at 517­ 3Day website, by going to 852-2116. www.the3day.org on the Kalamo church ‘rest stop’ to aid playground The parishioners of Kalamo United Methodist Church have decided to build a community playground on the church property. To kick offtheir fund-rais­ ing efforts, they will conduct a “rest stop” from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 28, pro­ viding cookies, and coffe,e for travelers and visitors to the cemetery for a free-will donation. “We decided as a church to build a playground for the whole community because there is nothing like that in the area and we want to fill the need,” said Pastor Bryce Feighner. The church is located at 1475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, south of M-79 Highway. Now Accepting Medicaid Patients Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 I We are a Blue Cross, Medicare and Medicaid provider Most insurances accepted 'rMowefts $Q AA NOW OPEN! Come See Us For Our Weekly Specials! ttS0^ 0 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • (517) 566-8253 S c'°sf^s c'°sf^ Take M-43 west to Sunfield Hwy., north S'*0 K flat of 48, tax included • Pack price 854 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. OURS: Mon.-Fri. 9 am-7:30 pm; Sat. 8 am-6 pm r �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 24,2005 — Page 6 Alternative education students learn hands-on with mock trial by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer More than two dozen stu­ dents in the Maple Valley Alternative Education pro­ gram n Nashville took part in a mock trial as part of their work for Cindy Schwartz’s sociology and psychology classes. About a dozen other stu­ dents served as members of the jury. The purpose of the mock trial was to show students how the American legal sys­ tem works, in an opportunity to learn through “hands-on” experience. They were part of a courtroom drama revolving around the ques­ tion, “To what degree should adults be responsible for the delinquency of minors when the use of alcohol and drugs are involved?” The students were assigned roles as either the prosecution or the defense and witnesses and worked for weeks preparing their cases based on a scenario in which a 16-year-old girl was BAUER, continued from page 1 tion dedicated to preserving land and scenic areas in the nine southwest Michigan counties (Allegan, Barry, Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph and Van Buren). The SWMLC currently protects more than 5,300 acres through the efforts of five staff, 130 volunteers and 1,120 household member­ ships. The organization also provides opportunities for education, research, outdoor recreation and nature study. . For more information, call the SWMLC at (269) 324­ 1600 or visit their web site at www.SWMLC.org. killed after driving home drunk from a party where alcohol was served to minors. “We had our best student leaders serving as the defense to prove the defen­ dant’s innocence,” said Schwartz. “Some of the kids have been taking this very seriously; they spent weeks preparing. They have had to prepare their own case and come up with their own questions and witnesses and their stories.” Nashville attorney Judy Singleton, who has been mentoring at the school, came to the school once a week to help the students, especially those acting as lawyers, to prepare for the trial. “This is the first time I have done anything like this and I hope to do this again. The hardest job was, of course, for the attorneys, but they’ve done really well,” said Singleton. After more than an hour of presenting their case, exam­ ining witnesses and offering their closing arguments, the jury deliberated and was asked to render a verdict. After Singleton explained to the jurors the definition of each crime with which the defendant had been charged, they deliberated for ten min­ utes before finding the defendant guilty of con­ tributing to the delinquency of a minor and not guilty of second degree manslaughter. “It was really cool how it all worked out because each side felt that their hard work had paid off because they had each won a bit,” said Schwartz. “I was really impressed at how they took their roles seriously, some of them even dressed up for their part and ad-libbed dur­ ing the trial.” Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Track and Field Maple Valley's Adam Lamphere took two titles Saturday at the Division 3 regional meet hosted by Laingsburg High School. The Lion junior earned first place in the 100meter dash with his time of 11.00 seconds, and first in the 200-meter dash in 22.91. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 05529607 ARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL After the trial was over, the whole school celebrated the end of the school year with a hamburger and hot­ dog barbecue on the school grounds before heading to Putnam Park for some bas­ ketball. Students and staff assumed roles for the mock trial were Judge, Chris Parkinson; court officer, Elliot Landon; prosecution lawyers, Brook Gilmore, Clay Abbott and Shana Simpson; witnesses for the prosecution, policeman at the scene, Anthony McCarty, chief of police, Steve Salsbury, parent of the deceased, Rose Hahn; coroner/pathologist, Emily Goodrich; teacher, Andy Heyboer; friend of the deceased, Kiley Wilber, male friend of the deceased, RC Myers, restaurant owner, Haver; Jamie defense lawyers, Cami Earl and Elizabeth Straley; witnesses Alternative education students participate in a mock trial at Kellogg Elementary School in Nashville. for the defense, male friend of the defendant, James Heney, defendant, Trent Harvey, extra witnesses, Samantha Straley and Kyle Johnson, members of the jury, Correy Maynard, Anthony Myers, Tracy Stockham, William Malone, Jolene Cheeseman, Alyssa Maddon, Brittany Staley, Joel Matthews, Michael James, Ben Cousins, Dan Pena and Dustin Zank. Sunfield recycling has new hours Sunfield Township’s recy­ body else on able to carry cling center’s new hours will items. Starting June 1, the center be every Monday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m Tuesday will be taking computers. through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 More information will fol­ p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to low. Accepted are magazines, newspapers, alu­ noon. This is made possible with minum, tin cans (no labels), the help of the Sunfield phone books, clear glass bot­ window glass, SPY’s and General Motors. tles (no There will be two Jobs Banks please), #2 Plastics (milk people to help out. jugs), #2 colored plastic The site is located north of (detergent bottles), plastic M-43 and First Street (blink­ grocery bags, office paper, er light in Sunfield), off of junk mail and corrugated First Street on the west side cardboard. of the road, just past the All items must be separat­ water tower. It’s the building ed. The following must be in the middle of the field. flattened with no caps; milk There is a sign by the road. jugs detergent bottles, #1 It helps if all items are sep­ clear bottles, tin can (cut both MacKensye Ancona is shown with Vermontville Lions arated. All people are asked ends out; if one end is round­ Club representative Bill Mason. to put the recycling material ed, flatten as well as possi­ in the right boxes that are ble), and corrugated card­ marked for that item and board must be tom down and only that item. If it has no flattened. Everything must caps, flatten, or remove the be cleaned and rinsed. caps and flatten. There will The recycling center is be an attendant, (except one open to everyone and there is MacKensye Ancona, 14, Crystal Springs church camp hour near lunch time), there no charge. Please do not drop an eighth grade student at for five years and this year to help the seniors and any- things off early. Maple Valley Junior4 High will be a counselor in train­ School has been chosen as ing (CIT). BRAKES * OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES * ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS the Vermontville Lions Club “It’s a great vacation Student of the Month for because my whole family May. goes, my dad is the nurse and AUTO SERVICE, INC. Ancona is the daughter of my mom is a counselor, my Shaun and Joe Acorn and the sister is a junior counselor sister of Alle and Kyle, sis­ and me, a CIT,” she said. “I ter-in-law to Jessica and aunt go with the world’s greatest to Kendra. staff.” Jeff Dobbin, Owner Ancona has earned all As In addition, Ancona said ASE Master Technician and B-pluses in her classes she likes to help with church I 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. this year. She said she is dinners and community Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available I excited about starting ninth breakfasts and be an active grade in the fall, when she member of the community. will be taking advanced Some of her favorite hob­ placement classes in geome­ bies are softball, volleyball, try and biology. basketball, soccer, singing Vermontville, MI Ancona took the SAT test and dance, “my all time CANOPY SALES & RENTALS in January and scored an favorite, thanks to Kimberly average for a college bound Knoll from Step N’ Time senior in both math and ver­ dance studio,” she said. bal skills and in March was Ancona competed and tied honored by Eaton County for second place in the 14- to Intermediate School District 17-year-old level of the tal­ for her achievement. ent show at this year’s Maple The Ancona family are Syrup Festival. Kental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, members ofthe Vermontville When she was 11 years 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. United Methodist Church, old, she competed in the Self Services: You pick it up & return it. where Ancona attends Michigan Pre-teen America Sunday school and is competition. She won a Best Full Services: We set it up & take it down. involved in a youth group Judges Award and a Most Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes ministry “No Strings Outstanding Athletic Attached.” Achievement Award. Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 fefis —, 06605333 Ancona as ttended Lions announce May’s Student of the Month JEFF DOBBIN’S 269-945-0191 Stonehill Farm �_ Just Just Say SayAs “As Advertised Advertisedin in the theMaple Maple Valley Valley News NewsTuesday, ” Tuesday,May May 24,2005 24,2005— Page Page 7 _ FFA brings petting zoo to Fuller St. Elementary Ben Gortin, Rianna Hay and Tristan Clark pet a duckling which was brought to Fuller Street Elementary School by FFA students. Students from Valerie Hall's ECC class look at the pigs brought in by local FFA students. Members of the Maple Valley and Charlotte FFA brought a variety of farm animals to Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville last week for their annual “petting zoo.” “We wanted to expand a little this year, so the Charlotte FFA is helping us out,” said Katie Eldred. This year the FFA stu­ dents brought goats, pigs, a horse, rabbits, ducks, chick­ ens and a ferret. They also set up a display Ben Gorton and Tristin Clark pet a rabbit held by showing other farm products such as com, oats, wheat, Jessica Lawless. tomatoes and the things such as which the children could see and touch. ■ ■k bixig (ilk Hhh tikii Miiiifi l?ksl CfiSV are- m'ikjiii tfrid dxtan ■■a dtairiii dir iiaiM[ca IniBltiki [tail taiMi* ari itWiW "atii Ik®3-* |sa(® j. ar Bfkpta^1 <r- ±2?^ Maple Valley High School building trades students worked on the Habitat for Humanity house being built in Nashville. Pictured are (front row, from left) Nick Grant, Jason Craven, Oran McCauley, Kevin Fassett, Jarrod Thomason, (back row) Todd Cupp, Josh DeCamp, Andrew Forest, Eric Turner, Josh Humme and Adam Cogswell. Absent from photo are Lance Harvey, Chris Morris, Ben Fox and instructor Jeff Seavolt. Building trades class helps with Habitat House project Students in Jeff Seavolt’s rience roofing, sheeting roof­ Habitat for Humanity appre­ building trades class at ing, installing the fascia and ciated the building trades Maple Valley High School soffitt, doing prep work for class’ willingness to help this year were able to get siding, hanging drywall, with such a worthy program. “This pop donated by the some hands-on experience installing rolled, foam and building a house, thanks to a blown insulation, building “C” store and pizza party is a partnership with Barry slide-in cabinets for closets, small reward for your County Habitat for milling all the trim and efforts,” he said. The students also felt that Humanity, which allowed extensions for windows, them to work on the Habitat helping with interior walls, working on the Habitat house being built in building a deck, prep work house was a positive experi­ for pouring the garage con­ ence. Nashville. “It was good experience “What a wonderful experi­ crete and otherwise lending ence for our Maple Valley assistance in any way working with Habitat. It was students and our trades pro­ requested by Habitat for fun and I enjoyed it,” said building trades student gram. We look forward to Humanity. Garry Russell ofNashville Kevin Fassett. “People come future projects to provide students with valuable life­ is the general contractor for together, work and help long skills,” said Jeff the project. He helped over­ make someone else’s life Seavolt, Maple Valley High see all the work done by the better; it is a wonderful thing!” School building trades students on the project. “I’m glad being next door During a luncheon held instructor. While working on the during the students last day to something I was a part of,” classmate Adam Habitat house, the students on the construction site, said got practical hands-on expe- Reese told the students that Cogswell. & Premium w speciality Plants............ 6/$12.00 Open Monday - Saturday 9 am to 5 pm (Closed Sundays) Located 3/4 of a mile south of M-43 on Velte Road, 06609481 Woodland Phone: 269-367-4830 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS POSITION OPENING Part-time Custodian - Kellogg Education Center Hours: 7:00-11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Duties: leaning of buildings, grounds care Rate of pay: er Master Agreement Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED 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 Kim Kramer, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by Friday, June 3, 2005. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 24, 2005 — Page 8 TRACK, continued from page 1 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. very much,” Lincoln said of the Ovid-Elsie boys’ team. It came down to the final few races. In the 3200-meter run, Lion senior Akok Malek tried to run out in front ofthe pack early to score some unexpected points, but couldn’t keep up his pace for the full eight laps. Ovid-Elsie senior Adam Smith and freshman Maverick Darling finished second and third in the race, as expected, behind Stockbridge senior Kyle Shropshire. Maple Valley’s foursome of Beardslee, Cams, Dan Brooks, and Jarrod Brooks actually ran two-tenths of a second faster than their best time of the year in the 1600meter relay, but Ovid-Elsie’s group shaved off roughly five seconds to finish second behind Lansing Catholic Central and seal their region­ al championship. Lansing Catholic Central was third in the boys’ meet with 54 points, followed by Perry 52, Chesaning 49, Ithaca 48, Stockbridge 48, Laingsburg 36, Durand 31, Lake Fenton 24, St. Charles 20, Portland 12, Carson City­ Crystal 10, Byron 1, and OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... * Pumps * Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE 8 Now accepting MasterCard & v'~ Leslie 0. Other medalists for the Lion boys team were Devin Musser who was sixth in the pole vault, Beardslee third 110 hurdles, Cams fifth 110 hurdles, Wood fourth 100, Hine fifth 100, Dan Brooks fourth 400, and the sixth place 3200-meter relay team of Mike Hall, Dustin Jones, Sebastian Kalkhoff, and Malek. Behind the Lion ladies’ total of 129 points, Chesaning was second with 83.5 followed by Perry 67, Ovid-Elsie 58, Lansing Catholic Central 58, Stockbridge 41, Durand 32, Portland 27, Leslie 21, Carson City-Crystal 18, Laingsburg 14.5, St. Charles 13, Ithaca 6, Byron 5, and Lake Fenton 5. Other medalists for the Lion ladies were Lauren Pierce third in the long jump, Hamilton sixth long jump, Lion senior Amy Abbott Felmlee fifth 100 hurdles, Tessa Robles sixth 1600, sprints towards victory in Tobias fourth 400, Jessica the 100-meter dash at McMillen third 800, Ellison Saturday’s Division 2 fourth 200, the fourth place regional hosted by 1600-meter relay team and the third place 3200-meter Laingsburg High School. (Photo by Brett Bremer) relay team. jton Rapids church helps Habitat These volunteers from the mission team of the Eaton Rapids United Methodist Church, shown here in front of Nashville United Methodist Church, were in Nashville last week to help with the construction of the Habitat for Humanity house. Joyce Showerman of Nashville was instrumental in coordinating the volunteer effort with the Eaton Rapids volunteers. The home is expected to be completed soon, but funds are still needed to pay for materials and other construction costs. For more information, or to make a donation, call (517) 852- 2043. JEFF WEILER REALTOR OFFERED BY COLDUIGIX COLDWELL BANKER UNITED CHARLOTTE ASSOC. INC. 520 ROBINSON ST., CHARLOTTE, Ml BANKGRQ 517-543-5483 Ext. w ...Thinking of Selling or Buying a Home or Property? Over 10 years full-time experience working in and around Eaton & Barry County! 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Tackle Football & Flag Sign-Up 32X40 POLE BARN FINISHED TO MATCH HOME Wednesday, June 1,2005 • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Maple Valley High School Cafeteria Football sign-up is open to all children entering 4th thru 8th grade living in the Maple Valley school district or attending Maple Valley schools. Flag football sign-up is open to all children ages 6 thru 14 Coaching applications must be complete prior to, or at sign-up Coaching applications will be available on our web-site @ http://my.voyager.net/~yogei Questions please call Mark Jorgensen at 726-0491 Or Jeff Fisher at 726-1194 Questions for Flag Football call Bill Grinage 852-0180 GREAT STARTER, RETIREMENT OR RENTAL Super clean and well maintained 1990 single wide on gorgeous comer lot! 2 bedrooms, fireplace, 1g. laundry, porch and deck, all appli­ ances and air conditioners included. $59,000.126 Sherman St., Vermontville - 2 blocks W. ofvillage. 2 ACRE BUILDING LOT GREAT COUNTRY LOCALE Perked and stake surveyed. Paved road. Modulars and doublewides okay! Won’t last long. $22,500 2 miles E. of Vermontville on Vermontville Hwy. 8 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, May 24,2005 — Page 9 Lions go for titles at Webberville Wednesday by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field coach Brian Lincoln made sure his boys knew what Tuesday’s 89.5-73.5 victory at rival Olivet meant Tuesday after­ noon. The Eagles have won or shared every Southern Michigan Athletic Association (SMAA) boys’ track and field title since 1989, he told them as they gathered on the infield. “I think it’s about time to change that,” shouted out junior Dan Brooks. Brooks had just helped the Lion 1600-meter relay team to victory in 3:36.50, although the Eagles didn’t send a boys team to the start­ ing line with the meet already out of reach. The win clinches a perfect 7-0 regular season for the Lion boys, and they’ll head into Wednesday’s league meet at Webberville as the favorites. The Maple Valley girls also finished an unde­ feated SMAA regular season Tuesday, topping the Eagles 108 to 43. It would have been a stretch coming in to think that the boys’ meet wouldn’t come down to that 1600meter relay race. “Everybody stepped up today. We were on top ofour game today,” said Lincoln. ‘Before the meet if we could have flipped a coin, (Olivet head) coach (Dean) Peters and I joked, that’s who would have won.” The Lions managed to pull out victories in the events that could have gone either way, and piled up second, third, and fourth place points in the throws to spark the victory. “There were probably seven events that we knew we were going to win, and seven we knew they were going to win,” said Lincoln. “Then, there were four or five up in the air and the kids came through.” Maple Valley’s boys won ten of the 17 events, includ­ ing three of the four relays. The Lions’ 800-meter relay team won in 1:37.00, and the 400-meter relay team edged out the Eagle team by nearly four seconds in 45.80. Lion softball splits DH against Aggies One huge inning was enough to help the Maple Valley varsity softball team to a split with Dansville last Monday. The Lion ladies turned five hits, two walks, and a hit batter into seven runs in the bottom of the third inning of game two, and went on to win 9-8. The seven run inning was barely enough, despite giv­ ing the Lions an 8-0 lead at that point. Kortney Ewing started the and Whitney Shilton. inning for the Lions with a The Aggies came back in walk and a stolen base, then the top of the fifth to put six finished the scoring in the runs on the board, and cut the inning with a two-RBI dou­ Lion lead to 8-6. ble in her second at bat. She The Lion pitchers had a reached base in all four of tough time finding the strike her trips to the plate, with a zone. Brumm had six walks pair of walks, a double and a in the game, including three single. in the fifth, and when Between Ewing’s two Chelsea Davis came into trips to the plate in the third, reliever tier she walked the the Lions got singles from first two batters she faced. Mindy Newton, Laura An RBI double by Sammy Trumble, Markel_le___Br■umHmI, Cowell drove in Nicole Cantrell for the Lions in the bottom of the fifth. It proved to be the game winner as Davis again had trouble in the seventh, walking three as Dansville scored two more The camp will run from runs in the top ofthe seventh. 12:30 to 3:00 p.m., take a It was a great night for half hour break, then resume Ewing, even though the from 3:30 to 5 p.m. each day. Lions lost game one 4-3. Ewig was Ewing ws three hee for fo four ou At the end of the final ses­ sion, there will be a picnic in the first game, with three for all participants from 5 to singles and an RBI. The Lions took a 3-1 lead 6 p.m. pT.mhe. camp will be run by in the top of the fifth inning, Summer football starts soon at Maple Valley HS The Maple Valley Wing T and Defensive Football Camp for students entering grades nine through 12 will run from June 13 to 16 this summer. The cost is $35 and checks should be made out to Maple Valley Schools. Payment is due by June 2. All campers receive a free T-shirt with pre-payment. the Maple' Valley football coaches. Neighborhood Watch meeting set for tonight Patterson Builders ; He Em Rapt Ito IM iHojslQiKliwfiW* 0g(jteKitotoaM New Construction and Remodeling • 25 Years Experience • Fully Insured ______ • FREE Estimates______ • Roofing • Pole Barns • Siding • Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms Phone 517-852-0700 Nashville when a walk to Katelyn Boss was followed by singles oeeoaeso SAND & GRAVEL A second meeting for the Nashville area Neighborhood Watch program is slated for 7 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, May 24, in the community room of Nashville United Methodist Church, which is located at 210 E. Washington St. The first meeting which was held earlier this month drew more than two dozen people who are interested in starting a citizen’s neighbor­ hood watch program. At tonight’s meeting organizers hope to divide the village and surrounding area into zones and provide partic­ ipants with information on what to be on the look out for to help prevent crime in their community. BANK RUN & PROCESSED LANDSCAPE ROCK LIGHT EXCAVATING AGGREGATE TRUCKING RICHARD J. EWING (517) 726-0088 (517) 726-0020 VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN from Cantrell and Ewing, and eventually two more sin­ gles by Cowell and Newton. The Aggies came back again, and this time the Lions were unable to add an insur­ ance run in the late innings. The Aggies scored three runs in the home-half of the sixth to pull out the win. Davis had eight strikeouts in the loss in which she pitched five and one-third innings. Brumm came in to turn away the final two Aggie batters. The Lions will be at Lake wood this Wednesday, then travel to face Batt"le Creek St. Phillip on Thursday. Correction In the story “Volleyball players, parents confront board about coach” which appeared in last week’s edition of the Maple Valley News, a quote by Allison Oleson was incorrectly attrib­ uted to Amy Joostbems. Olivet’s Blake Walters 3200-meter run where the won big in the throws, by Lions didn’t put a girl out on seven and a half feet in the the track. shot put and by 10-2 in the “I think we performed discus. The throws earned well,” said Lion girls’ coach five points for his team in Gary Hamilton. “We knew each event, but the Lions unless Olivet had a great earned six of their own day, we’d be in good shape sweeping the next three today.” spots. Kris Johnson was sec­ Lion senior Amy Abbott ond in each event. He threw had her usual victory filled the shot 36-8.5 and the dis­ performance. She won the cus 104-2. Johnson was fol­ 100-meter hurdles in 15.60 lowed by Lance Harvey and seconds, the 100-meter dash Jeremy Riley in the shot put, in 12.90, and the 300-meter and Matt Gordeneer and low hurdles in 48.40. Harvey in the discus. Tessa Robles, Amy Maple Valley dominated Joostbems, and Jenny the short races. Lincoln had Ellison all won two individ­ 17 boys run the 100-meter ual events. Robles won the dash. School record holder 800-meter run in 2:37.50 and Adam Lamphere took first 1600-meter run in 5:48.70. place in the event for Valley, Ellison and Joostbems crossing the finish line in 11 shared first place in the high seconds flat. Denver Hine jump by clearing 5’ in two was second in 11.50 seconds tries. Joostbems also won the for the Lions’, and Jason discus with a throw of 102-5, Wood third in 11.60. and Ellison the 200-meter Lamphere also won the dash in 27.40 seconds. 200-meter dash with a time Other individual winners of 23.10 seconds. Brooks for the Lions were Dhanielle was the 400-meter champion Tobias in the 400-meter dash in 52.00 seconds. The Lions (1:03.60), Tara Gordenski in also won both hurdle events, the pole vault (9’), and with Jason Beardslee taking Kayleigh Browne in the shot the 110-meter high* hurdles put (33-9.5). in 16.60 seconds, and Ken Maple Valley girls won Carns the 300-meter inter­ the 3200-meter relay in mediate hurdles in 41.39 sec­ 11:38.20, the 1600-meter onds. Cams was second in relay in 4:26.90, and the 800the 110’s in 16.60. meter relay in 1:53.50. Olivet swept the top four places in the high jump, with Matt Kirby winning by clear­ ing 6’, but the Lions took the Last week’s story about long jump and pole vault Denver Hine went 20-4.5 for Maple Valley High School’s the long jump victory, while Top 10 contained two errors. Gordeneer won the pole Laura Trumble plans to attend Central Michigan vault by clearing 12-9. University to study physical Olivet’s girls won just therapy. And a typo misla­ three events against beled Tessa Roble’s commu­ Valley’s, the long jump, the nity service and future plans 400-meter relay, and the as those of Lisa Hamilton. Correction: Christensen and Associates Inc. Nyle B. Wells, Associate Broker Derik Rickerd, Associate Broker nyle713 @hotmail.com derick_rickerd @ ameritech.net Office 517-726-1234 New Build 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with open floor plan and great room. 4 acres on quiet country road. New Build 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with walk-out basement. 3 acres and large hip roof bam. Great 2 Bedroom, 1 bath home with wood floors, first floor laun­ dry, newer roof, sid­ ing, windows, good option for low down financing. (N-53) Commercial multi-use building on great comer with extra lot Partially rented to help with the payments. Call today before it's too late. (C-25) Lake Odessa 4 bed­ room Victorian, close to park, including large pool for sum­ mer fun. Call today. (LO-61) Horse Farm 20 acres fenced with pasture waterers, home has 3 bed­ rooms, newer bath with whirlpool tub, stone fireplace, hot house with 6-person tub. Large hip roof bam on quiet country road, (F-55) MULBERRY FORE GOLF COURSE erry 955 N. MAIN (M-66) NASHVILLE, Ml • 517-852-0760 MULBERRY MONDAYS TWO FOR TUESDAYS (Must tee off before Noon) (Must bring 2 people - Must tee off before Noon) 9 Holes & 1/2 cart SfiOO 9 Holes & 1/2 cart $ooo 18 Holes & 1/2 cart 18 Holes & 1/2 cart $1IUR0 0 U per person $1I 9dL0 0 per person O per person per person �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 24,2005 — Page 10 Four wins will get baseball team share of SMAA title The Lions’ Ben Boss waits on a pitch during the con­ solation game against Thornapple Kellogg at Saturday’s Barry County Invitational in Hastings. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 3 3 $ I The final Southern Michigan Athletic Association title will be decided by the Maple Valley Lions. The Lions are currently 8­ 2 in the SMAA after taking both games of a doublehead­ er at Dansville last Monday. Maple Valley still had four conference games left to play heading into the week, two at Lansing Christian on Monday afternoon and two more at Leslie on Thursday. “We need to take care of ourselves, and beat Lansing Christian and Leslie to give ourselves a share of the championship,” said Maple Valley coach Bryan Carpenter. It would take four victo­ ries for the Lions to share the SMAA title with Olivet. The Eagles have already com­ pleted their conference schedule, with a 12-2 record. The Lions also play a dou­ ble header at Albion on Tuesday and a single game on the road against Battle Creek St. Philip Friday evening this week. Last week began wonder­ fully for the Lions, as they topped Dansville on the road THE TRAFFIC SCENE We go the extra mile so you don’t have to! Located at the Intersection of M -43 & M-50 Dtiwi edutAtiw Afadute 14 qwto, Segment I Class f niMtliA w dd&t r 12-2 and 15-4. Maple Valley pounded out 35 hits in the two contests. Drew Kersjes had five hits in five at bats in game one, and contributed four RBI’s. Chris Morris had four hits and two RBI’s, Ben Fox three hits and an RBI, and Ben Boss two hits and an RBI. Ben Fox allowed seven hits in seven innings of work in game one for the Lions, while striking out six Aggie batters. Rusty Harris and Adam Gonser had three hits apiece and scored three runs each in the game two victory for Valley. Kersjes earned the win, pitching seven innings and allowing just four hits while striking out six. Chris Morris and Ben Boss added two hits each in game two. The day didn’t go as smoothly for the Lions on Saturday, as Maple Valley dropped both its contests at the Hastings-Barry County Invitational. The Lions fell to the host Saxons in game one 11-6. The Lions kept up their offensive success, getting ten hits in the ball game, but couldn’t put enough together Teen arrested on charges of molesting child Segment II Class An 18-year-old Maple gValley High School student June 23,200 F was arrested Tuesday night at i. his home in the Charlotte June 28-30,2005 wjjf July 11-28,2005 wjE E area and charged with two L counts of first-degree crimi­ nal sexual conduct. To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Patrick Wells is accused oof Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith molesting a 4-year-old child he was baby-sitting earlier this month. Ray Veloskey, trooper with the Michigan State Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Police, Hastings post, said Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service the investigation began when the child made some state­ MLS,, ments to another baby-sitter 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE about inappropriate behavior ss.ss Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com with Wells. After a physical Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI examination was conducted HWJS" EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES by parents, Child Proetective • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Services got in touch with the Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI Home 517-726-0223 state police. Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR............... ..Home 517-852-5066 A report on the matter was Rick Winegar, Realtor....................... .... Cell 269-838-2884 presented to the Barry County prosecutor’s office and charges were authorized Tuesday. Wells was taken to the Barry County jail, where he was lodged awaiting arraign­ UN INASHVILLE NICELY RENOVATEDI ment. 2 story, 3 poss. 4 bedrooms, First degree criminal sexu­ many "updates" in 2003 roof, WEST OF "FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE al conduct is. a felony that electrical, kitchen, living room, CHARLOTTE ON 2 ACRES. NEAR VILLAGE PARK could be punishable by a 2 story, 4 bedroom farm house bedrooms, furance and flooring 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 plus bath & 1/2. Smail yard for with buildings. Call Homer. prison sentence. minimal maintenance. Main floor 1/2 baths, older home, some 6 (CH-107) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCED!! Last of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Hear Hastings "in the country". Great view, close to public hunting 8t fishing. Lots of birds & wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all sur­ veyed. Modular Call Homer. (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract' terms. City water fir sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-105) TWENTY ACRES OR FORTY ACRES JUST LIST­ ED: NORTH OF NASHVILLE Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods (total 8 acres) across rear of the whole 40 acre parcel. Priced as "whole" or each 20 a separately. Call Homer for more details. (VL 109 ft 110) 5 Ftf** laundry. Call Jerry (N-106) hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus "extra' lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information (N-101) BARRY COUNTY You CAN own your own home! Good/Bad or No Credit. JUST LISTED BRICK HOUSE. IN NASHVILLE 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set up . as a "2 unit". Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (N-Ill) ON 2 ACRES 1 MILE OFF M-79 "IN COUNTRY" Two bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic & furnace, home needs some repair & com­ pletions. Nice yard & circle stone I drive. Call Homer. (CH-108 Call Dale at WEST MICHIGAN FINANCE for a fast FREE and secure mortgage consultation. 1-877-805-1200 x6 I at the right moments. Moms had another solid game, getting three hits, including a double, and two RBI’s. Harris added two hits for the Lions, while Gonser, Kersjes, David Scurlock, Boss, and Andrew Ashcraft had one each.. “We just came out flat and didn’t have the intensity and focus we needed against teams like Hastings and TK,” said Carpenter. “We will learn from it and improve for Our league championship run and for our districts.” Thornapple Kellogg knocked off the Lions in the second game, 9-3. Scurlock had two hits for Maple Valley, and Boss, Gonser, Kersjes, and Ashcraft had one apiece. Maple Valley is now 10­ 15 overall. Maple Valley first baseman Drew Kersjes, left, checks the rest of the runners after slapping a tag on Thornapple Kellogg’s Jodie Scott along the baseline at Saturday’s Barry County Invitational; (Photo by Perry Hardin) VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF VILLAGE PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Planning Commission of the Village of Vermontville will hold a pub­ lic hearing on Tuesday, June 14, 2005 commencing at 7 p.m. in the Village Office, 121 Eastside Dr. in Vermontville. As required under the provisions of the Village Zoning Ordinance. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the proposed items in the Village of Vermontville Zoning Ordinance, Article 2 are to be considered at this public hearing are the following, in summary: 1. To delete the following language dealing with Central Business District. Chapter 15-B-2 Central Business District Section 15.3 Special Land Uses. Removal of item 15-3-G. Detached Single Family Dwelling, subject to Section 20.27. 2. To add to Sections 15.2, item “P. Residential units, including apartments and condominiums, above ground floor subject to Section 15.4”. Also, Section 15.4 item “E Dimensional Requirements 1. Apartments and Condominiums shall contain a minimum of six hundred (600) square feet of floor area”. Also, add item “F. archi­ tectural Requirements: 1. New Buildings constructed after the creation of this ordinance (June 12, 2003) shall be similar in nature to character, size, and architectural features”. 3. To add to Chapter 7, Section 7.9 Land Use Table “Apartment/condominium style Residential unit (above ground floor)” and add “R” allowed by RIGHT in the B2 district column ONLY”. You are invited to attend the hearing. If you are unable to attend, written comments may be submitted in lieu of a personal appearance by writing to the Village Clerk at the Village Office, PO Box K, Vermontville Ml 49096, at any time up to the date of the hearing and may be further received by the Planning Commission at said public hear­ ing. This notice is posted in compliance with PA 267 of 1976 as amended (Open Meetings Act), MCLA 41.72a (2) (3) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Vermontville Village will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting, to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to Village of Vermontville. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Village of Vermontville by writing or calling the village. Vermontville Village Planning Commission 121 Eastside Dr. PO Box K Vermontville, Ml 49096 05529680 517-726-1429 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, May 24,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS QOODJTIME CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale Antiques $110 AMISH LOG BED w/ queen mattress. Complete, never used. Must sell! (517)719-8062 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET- SUNDAY, MAY 29. 400 EXHIBITORS. RAIN OR SHINE. 7:30AM4:00PM, LOCATED AT 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR-THE FAIRGROUNDS, PET: beige, brand new RIGHT IN ALLEGAN, (bought, never used). Still on MICH. $3.00 ADM. roll. New $800 - sell $295. www.alleganantiques.com (517)204-0600 For Rent (517) 852-1985 Household $100 PILLOWTOP QUEEN mattress set (in plastic). Brand new, never used! King, $150. (517)719-8062 Dining • Carry Out • Delivery Hudsonville Ice Cream $195 WOOD FOUR POST BED (new) with king pillowtop mattress set. Cost $1,000. (517)204-0600 All-You-Can-Eat Business Services A BRAND NEW queen pil­ low top mattress set, $140. NASHVILLE: nice big 2 BLACK DIRT 10 yard delivapartment with with ap-ered, $110; fill sand 10 yard edroom apartment Warranty, can deliver. bedroom pliances liances & air, a $525/montn. load delivered, $70 to Hast(517)372-0390 (269)749-4102 ings, Nashville, Woodland; A FULL SIZE mattress set, also bulldozing. Call brand new, still in pkg. Sell NASHVILLE: very large 1 (269)948-2909. bedroom apartment. for $100. (517)372-1079 Help Wanted (517)852-9386. AMISH DROP LEAF CAREGIVER WANTED KITCHEN TABLE with 3 STORAGE UNITS AVAIL- FOR FEMALE:: If ntereste interested chairs, in excellent condition, ABLE: 10x10, 10x15, 10x20. please call (517)852-1718 af(616)374-1200 Space. $500 obo. (269)948-0502 ter 4:30pm. BULK LANDSCAPE SUP- Lawn & Garden PLIES. MULCH- red, gold, black,, cedar, n natural. QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS, Darrell Hamilton, (517)852- STONE- 1 to 2" landscape stone, red lava rock, white marble, Merrimack stone, Western sunrise, Emberlite. SOIL- top soil, black dirt. Delivery available. Call Hamilton Black Dirt (517)852-1864. r* rhue UKKn UKW IE Will M fe tefc fil Eastside Dti s «s»k rar tie pmsrs d h ntm araae^*^ , qm |}J2 Cental is® gladite 11*^ SLEIGH BED: queen cherry wood with pillowtop mat­ tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs in any of ourr papers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. Wanted WANTED: Kid's outside play toys in good condition. Sandbox, playhouse, swing I “ SLa* jrt^S 2^*2 Recreation SAUBEE LAKESIDE RE­ SORT: swimming beach open season 2005. Hours 10am-8pm. Picnic area with grills, bait / tackle / snack IONIA FREE FAIR ON shop, boat rentals & boat SALE NOW: ZZ TOP - Fri-launch. Boating hours, 7amday, July 22nd. BROOKS & dark. Trolling motors availaDUNN - Saturday, July ble. Kayak & canoe rentals, Mon- rustic camping with electric, 23rd. NEWSBOYS TIM (517)652-5060. 11066 W. day, July 25th. McGRAW - Thursday, July Saint Joe Hwy., VermontStarticketsplus.com ville, MI. From M-50, take 28th. 1-80.0-585-3737 at all Meijer Saint Joe Hwy. 2 miles west Stores. tto the lake. Owned & Oper­ ated by Kathy Loughan-TirKING PILLOW TOP mat-rell. tress set, new in plastic. Miscellaneous Warranty, $215. (517)372­ EREE INSTALLED DISH 0390 NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call MEMORY FOAM BED: M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. new in pkg. Warranty, can deliver, $460. (517)372-1079 Garage Sale ■ jewt*Zwjtta 9691. set, Little Tykes, Fisher Price, etc. Can pick up. Please call estate. I am serving without (269)948-2674, leave mes- bond. The papers related to the sage. estate are on file with the Barry County Probate Court located at WANTED: Musicians, sing- 220 W. Court Street, Ste. 302, ers, actors and other creative Hastings, Ml 49058. This is now individuals or groups to par- a supervised administration. <***.»> ^eS! tea & & ticipate in a new contempo- 2. Attached is a copy of the will rary worship service. Phone of the decedent which was 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. SS&JRE?? 06571010 admitted to probate and under which I will administer, manage, and distribute the estate. 3. The court does not super­ vise the personal representative in the administration of an estate except in limited circumstances. 4. You or another interested person may petition the court objecting to my appointment and/or demanding that I post a bond or an additional bond. The petition must be filed with the probate court along with the applicable fee. Unless the court grants the petition, I will continue to serve as appointed. 5. You or another interested person may petition for a hearing by the court on any matter at any time during the administration of the estate, including for distribu­ tion of assets and allowance of expenses of administration. The administration. The petition.must Breakfast Buffet Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD The Castleton Township Board meet on May 11, 2005 at HELP WANTED: nursery/ the township hall. The meeting children's attendant for ap- was called to order at 7 p.m. by proximately 3 hours Sunday Supervisor Justin Cooley. All mornings, salary negotiable, board members were present. phone Kalamo United Meth­ There were 13 people from the odist Church, (517)541-1144. public as well. We all stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Real Estate Loretta Pixley made a motion ATTENTION HOME to approve the agenda as print­ OWNERS & ed, supported by Jerry Reese. FIRST TIME BUYERS! Roll call: Pixley-yes, Cooley-yes, Need extra cash? Wanting Wilson-yes, DeMond-yes, and to do some spring home im­ Reese-yes. Motion carried. Public comment was opened provements? We can help! at 7:03 p.m. Justin Cooley stated Good credit. Bad credit. that everyone had five minutes in Self Employed which to speak. We say Yes to all these. 1. Heard concerns of incom­ Call Christina Bishop at patibility of offices, FOIA Security Mortgage, requests and how they are han­ (269)795-2304 office or dled, the accounting procedures (269)838-9782 cell. hand written versus computer­ HOME FOR SALE: 3br, lo­ ized, the ambulance department cal area. Nice yard, $300 budget, legal fees being spent, down, $625 per month. Call insurance issues. 2. Heard salary comparisons (517)627-9457. on how Castleton Township was in relation to other townships comparable to us in size and SEV; we are not high and not low, but average. It was stated from another individual that you can not compare apples to be filed with the probate court oranges. along with the applicable fee. 3. The MD & A letter was read 6. If you continue to be an from the 2004 audit report. interested person (such as an 4. Heard support from another heir of an intestate estate or township clerk that Loma Wilson, devisee or beneficiary under the Clerk is doing a good job. will of the decedent), I will pro­ 5. Heard several people state vide you with: 1) a copy of the their concerns on the recent inventory within 91 days of my news article being so one sided. appointment 2) unless waived by 6. Heard support on the you, a copy of an account includ­ accounting procedures that are ing fiduciary fees and attorney in place and that the clerk is fees charged to the estate, within doing a good job. 1 year of my appointment; and 3) 7. Heard concerns on the pen­ a copy of the closing statement or settlement petition when the sion plan. 8. Heard concerns on why a estate is ready for closing. 7. To avoid penalties, I must board member votes one way have paid any federal estate and and does another. 9. Heard concerns on the neg­ Michigan estate taxes within 9 months after the date of the ative attitudes. 10. The board was told that decedent’s death or another time they are doing a good job. period specified by law. 11. Heard concerns as to why 8. The estate may not be closed earlier than 5 months the Trust and Agency Account is after the date of my appointment overdrawn. Public comment was closed at except in limited circumstances. 7:35 p.m. Justin Cooley made a If the estate is not settled within 1 year after my appointment, with­ motion to adopt the 2005-2006 in 28 days after the anniversary budget with Revenues of of the appointment, I must file 192,900.00 and Expenditures of with the court and send to each 193,415.00 and that the maxi­ interested person a notice that mum millage allowed be levied to the estate remains under admin­ support this budget, supported istration and the reason for the by Jerry Reese. Roll call: continuation of the estate. If you DeMond-yes, Wilson-yes, Pixleydo not receive such a notice, you yes, Cooley-yes, Reese-yes, may petition the court for a hear­ Motion carried. ing on the necessarily for contin­ The minutes from the April ued administration or for closure meeting were approved with the of the estate. correction showing the motion of March 28, 2005 adopting the 2005-2006 budget. Warner Norcross & Judd LLP David DeMond made a motion Arnie L. Vanover P63286 to accept the treasurer’s report 111 Lyon St. N.W., Ste. 900 subject to audit, supported by Grand Rapids, Ml 49503-2487 Lorna Wilson. Roll call: Cooley(616) 752-2000 yes, DeMond-yes, Reese-yes, Bonnie J. Bauser Wilson-yes, Pixley-yes. Motion 1626 Pinehill Drive carried. Hastings, Ml 49058 oeeoss/a Loretta Pixley made a motion LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF MICHIGAN PROBATE COURT COUNTY OF BARRY NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT AND DUTIES OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FILE NO. 05-24252-DE Estate of Rosalie Boylan, Deceased. TO ALL INTERESTED PER­ SONS INCLUDING: Ken Asboth, Jr. Scott Asboth, Patricia Asboth. 1. On March 22, 2005 I was appointed personal representa­ tive as requested in the application or petition for probate of this 501 N. Main, Nashville, MI to approve paying the bills in the amount of 23,612.69, supported by David DeMond. Roll call: Wilson-yes, DeMond-yes, Reese-yes, Cooley-yes, Pixleyyes. Motion carried. Committee Reports: Transfer Board: Minutes were approved; approved paying the bills, did not accept the treasurer’s report; heard Brian Scott's report, adjourned the meeting. Ambulance Board: Minutes were approved; approved the treasurer’s report subject to audit; approved paying the bills in the amount of 16,730.84; there were 42 runs for the month; received 5,000.00 from the Pennock Foundation for a defib unit; discussed EMS week; committees were formed to work on various issues; approved pay increases for the EMS personnel; approved the EMS contract With Kalamo Township; adjourned the meeting. Fire Board: Minutes were approved; approved the treasurer’s report subject to audit; approved paying the bills in the amount of 7,744.49, there were 15 runs for the month; the department has had a house donated to them for training purposes; approved the contract with Kalamo Township for fire protection; adjourned the meeting. Lorna Wilson made a motion to approve paying 2/3 of the remaining balance of the defib unit amounting to 1,930.00, sup­ ported by Loretta Pixley. Roll call: Wilson-yes, Reese-yes, Cooleyyes, Pixley-yes, DeMond-yes. Motion carried. Jerry Reese made a motion to approve the 77,058.00 expendi­ ture for road work for 2005-2006, supported by David DeMond. Roll call: Pixley-yes, DeMond­ yes, Reese-yes, Cooley-yes, Wilson-yes. Motion carried. Clerk Loma Wilson stated that there were irregularities in the petitions that were filed with her office concerning the compensa­ tion of the township officials. The Clerk recommended to the town­ ship board that the petitions be allowed with the irregularities. Jerry Reese made a motion to accept the petitions and have the issue of the township board's compensation be voted upon by the people, supported by Loretta Pixley. Roll call: Wilson-yes, Cooley-yes, Pixley-yes, DeMond-yes, Reese-yes. Motion carried. Loma Wilson made a motion to approve sending the petition to the Barry County Road Commission for S. Martin Road to become a scenic route, sup­ ported by Justin Cooley. Roll call: Pixley-yes, Cooley-yes, Wilsonyes, DeMond-yes, Reese-yes. Motion carried. Heard election results. Correspondence was viewed by the board. Heard from Commissioner Callton on zoning, growth, and s the upcoming millage issues for Thomapple Manor and the Barry County Transit. Board Comments: Justin Cooley: It is too bad that a member of our township board saw fit to put into motion what has been hap­ pening. Now is the time to get the truth to the residents of the town­ ship, especially the ones that were mislead. The increase approved in the wages were only 2.3%, not 9% compounded. Putting into the compounding factor is playing with words to confuse everyone. The pension plan is nothing more than deferred compensation. For every 999.00 paid in wages 100.00 is put into a fund to earn interest and withdrawn when no longer on the board. Thus as has been stated the wage increases did not cause a substantial increase in the pension plan cost. In fact the pension cost has been the same for the last three years. My office is open and available to anyone who wants information or wishes to see the documents that verify the above statements. Loretta Pixley: No Comment. Jerry Reese. He stated that he thought the roads were in good shape. He also learned a lot on the road tour. David DeMond: He stated that we should do everything we can to support our ambulance service. Lorna Wilson: The Clerk stated the positive things that the township board has done and is doing. Opened up Greggs Crossing Road west of Devine Road making it safer for the residents, school buses, and emergency services vehi­ cles. If one life could be saved it was worth the expense. The township is contracting with Green Gables Haven to provide shelter for people suffering from domestic abuse which is on the rise. Became a member of the Barry County Economic Alliance in hopes that we can get busi­ nesses to look at us. We have lit­ erature available on the smoke detector program sponsored by Barry County United Way. Our local fire department personnel install them. We have literature available on Meth which is also a growing problem in our commu­ nity. The door to my office is always open as well. In spite of everything we are trying very hard to do the job you elected us to do. David DeMond made a motion for adjournment, supported by Loretta Pixley. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, Loma L. Wilson, Clerk PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE BOARD MINUTES CON­ TINUED TO BE PUBLISHED IN THEIR ENTIRETY PLEASE CALL THE TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT: 517-852-9479. oseogsso �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 24,2005 — Page 12 Fuller 2nd-graders mark Cinco de Mayo The students in Mindy Otto’s and Tammi King’s sec­ ond grade classes at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville had a party learning about Mexican history when they celebrated Cinco de Mayo earlier this month. “Diversity is one ofthe core democratic values for second grade and doing things like this helps us teach that,” said Otto, who speaks fluent Spanish and has routinely taught the language in her classroom for the past three years. Cinco de Mayo commemo­ rates the victory of the Mexican army over the French at the battle ofPuebla in 1862. It is primarily a regional holi­ day celebrated in the Mexican state capital of Puebla and throughout the state of Puebla with some recognition in other parts ofMexico and especially in United States cities with a significant Mexican popula­ tion. It is not, as many people believe, Mexico’s Independence Day. Besides learning historical facts like these during thensocial studies lesson, the chil­ dren in King’s and Otto’s classes listened to stories read to them in Spanish, learned the Mexican hat dance and learned to sing some tradition­ al childhood songs like, “Head and Shoulders, Knees and Toes,” “The Itsy Bitsy Spider,” and “Where is Thumbkin?” in Spanish. The students also crafted pinatas and maracas, and the girls made flowers for thenhair and the boys made som­ breros to wear. On the day of the celebra­ tion, students invited their friends and families to come to the school to watch them per­ form the songs and dances they had learned and went on parade through the school in their festive handmade garb with Cinco de Mayo floats they had made in class. The students and their guests enjoyed a Mexican feast featuring nacho chips and salsa donated by Don Pablos and tacos, authentic Mexican cookies and bever­ ages, supplied by parents. “Mrs. Otto has been teach­ ing Spanish in her classroom for three years and last year she invited my class to join hers in the Cinco de Mayo cel­ ebration and I’ve started incor­ porating Spanish in my class­ room too because it’s easier for children to learn a second language when they are younger,” said King. Party Store Students from Tammi King and Mindy otto’s second grade classes perform the Mexican Hat dance during their Cinco De Mayo celebration. 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Maple Valley High School agricultural science, biology and life science stu­ dents will be able to get hands-on experience work­ ing with plants next year in the school’s new green­ house. Approximately a year and a half ago Aaron Saari, the high school ag science teacher and FFA advisor applied for and received a $5,000 grant for the green­ house from the Michigan FFA Foundation. However, the construction of the greenhouse was delayed until all the proper building permits could be obtained from the state. Saari said that when he applied for the grant, he did­ n’t realize how much paper- The recently constructed 16- x 18-foot greenhouse has a pea gravel floor and built in work benches. work and red tape was required to construct a green­ house on school property. “I’ve worked with Pat Powers (the transportation and building and grounds supervisor for the school dis- Nashville Fresh Food Initiative summer site change approved by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council Thursday night unanimously approved a motion to allow the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf to move its Tuesday food distribution from the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope to the green next to the pump house behind the Masonic Temple during the summer months. A request for the move was made because of the large amount of fresh pro­ duce the pantry shelf distrib­ utes through the Fresh Food Initiative (FF1) of the South Central Michigan Food Bank in Battle Creek. “We just get so much pro­ duce in the summer and its really hard on the carpets and makes cleanup rough if we have to do it indoors,’’ said Joan Keech, coordinator of the FFI for the pantry shelf. Keech said that if it rains on food distribution days, they will move back inside the community center, but noted that the food distribu­ tion has not been rained out during its two years of exis­ tence. The food distribution will be outside behind the Masonic Temple from June 14 through October, weather permitting. In other business, the council tabled a request from Charter Communications for an amendment to its contract with the Village ofNashville for cable television service until council members could talk to a representative from the company and explore the possibility of contracts with other cable and communica­ tion companies. Trustee Mike Kenyon noted that according to a let­ ter from the village attorney, the requested amendment had “a lot of issues” that the council should look into before voting. Other trustees said they would like the cable televi­ sion committee to look into other providers. Trustee Ron Bracy said he would like to have a repre­ sentative from Charter Communications come before the council at next month’s regular meeting to answer questions from the council and explain why the company feels the need to amend its contract with the village. The council agreed. The council also tabled discussion and action on accepting bids for street and sidewalk repair until the first regular meeting of the coun­ cil in June when Department of Public Works supervisor Darrell Clements Jr. can be present to explain the bids he received and answer ques­ tions of the council. The council approved the appointment ofDonna Storrs to the Village Zoning Board of Appeals. It also approved the placement of neighbor­ hood watch signs on the metal posts below existing village signs with the approval of the Michigan Department of Transportation for signs on state highways. Village resident Diana Baker, who lives on Queen Street, requested that the council post a 15 mph speed limit sign near the lumber yard on Queen Street as a possible deterrent to speed­ ers. “There are a lot of cars that tear around that comer and there are a lot of children in that neighborhood that ride their bikes in that area,” she said. “Something needs to be done before something tragic happens.” Village President Frank Dunham said that if the DPW had a sign available, he saw no problem with having it posted as a possible deter­ rent to speeders in that area. During the committee report portion of the meet­ ing, Bracy said he wanted to remind village residents that Planning Commission sur­ veys are available at the vil­ lage office and should be completed and turned in before the next commission meeting, which is slated for Tuesday, June 7. trict) to make sure we got all the proper permits and met all the set back requirements and so on,” said Saari. “The construction trades class did most of the con­ struction on the greenhouse and my students also helped a bit,” said Saari. The construction of the 16- x 18-foot greenhouse with a pea gravel floor and built in work benches is complete, except for electri­ cal wiring and plumbing for a sink. “We’re still waiting on the electrical permit, but once we get it we will install out­ lets so we can use grow lights and the hydroponic equipment I got last year,” said Saari. “We’D start mov­ ing some things out to the greenhouse by the end year, but I hope to have it fuDy operational by the time school starts in the faD.” Saari said that some class­ room projects could also translate into fund-raisers. “I thought maybe in the spring we could do flower and plant sales. The students could start the seeds and cut­ tings in her in January and have the ready to sell about this time in the spring,” he said. While waiting for the wiring and plumbing permits and installation, Saari and his students plan to keep busy by grading and land­ scaping the area around the greenhouse. “I have ag students plant­ ing shrubs and putting mulch around trees and shrubs around the school right now, and when we get it graded around the greenhouse, we’ll plant some shrubs around the outside,” said Saari, who said his long-term plans include installing a walkway from the school to the green­ house. But now he is content to know that it will be fully operational in the fall. “The kids are excited to use it, as I am also,” said Saari. In This Issue • Vermontville and Bellevue have Mayor Exchange Day • Harvest Festival begins the search for royalty candidates • M-66 road work starts Wednesday • Lion boys can’t end Olivet’s string, but MV girls’ continues Post-season play starts Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 31,2005 — Page 2 College Planning Saving for College 101 tools available to help fami­ lies begin saving money for college. Families should con­ sider taking advantage of savings vehicles such as 529 plans as well as rewards pro­ grams to help jump-start their college savings plans. There are many options when it comes to saving and investing money to be applied toward education costs. Using an investment vehicle designed specifically for college costs may offer the best advantages. Taxpayers can reap signifi­ cant tax benefits, such as tax­ free .earnings, if funds are actually used for higher edu­ cation costs. IRS Publication 970 (available at www.irs.gov) outlines the available tax benefits. Many states have college­ savings plans, also called 529 plans, available for both in-state and out-of-state resi­ dents. Because these plans vary from state to state, one Whether their kids are graduating from high school this spring or entering the classroom for the first time this fall, one question often surfaces to the forefront of parents’ minds. How will I fund my child’s college edu­ cation? According to “Trends In College Pricing 2004” issued by The College Board, the average tuition and fees' for in-state students at public four-year colleges and uni­ versities has increased more than 10 percent over the last year. This trend doesn’t show signs of stopping. In fact, ifthe increase continues at a similar rate over the next decade, parents of an eight­ year-old child can expect to pay more than $80,000 for a four-year public institution to cover tuition, fees, room and board. But while college costs have increased, the good news is that so has access to of the first key features to look at is the availability of a state tax deduction. Also take into consideration program fees, investment choices and minimum contributions. There are other options available to help accelerate savings plans. Rewards pro­ grams such as Upromise can also help families save for college. By their looking for the “U” on shelf tags at gro­ cery stores and making pur­ chases at participating gas stations, drug stores, restau­ rants and other retailers, a percentage of a family’s qualified spending on every­ day items is deposited into an account, which can be linked to certain 529 plans. The important point is to start early. Developing a sav­ The villages of Vermontville and Bellevue took part in Mayor Exchange day last ings plan early on and stay- Wednesday. Pictured are (front row, from left) Nikki Lennox, Vermontville zoning offiing committed to the plan are cer; Kelli Ameling, Believe student; Doug Bolthouse, Bellevue Village Council; Doug steps that can make a mean­ Brown, Bellevue Village Council; Shirley Harmon, Vermontville clerk; Doug kelsey, ingful difference when it Vermontville president; Jim Samann, Vermontville council; Esther Martin, comes time to pay the first Vermontville; (back row, from left) Kylie Thompson, Bellevue student; Bernie tuition bill. Vermontville and Bellevue have Mayor Exchange Day Our deferred annuity plan will interest you. H f you’re interested in earning high interest on your savings, tax deferred and with no-load, KELLY then we have the plan for you with Auto-Owners Life Insurance Company. Contributions to the plan can be made when it’s convenient for you. Stop in our agency and see us today! lAuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Business Car 7A* No fafam fapt* TRUMBLE AGENCY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 Holcomb, Bellevue council; Serena Place, Bellevue student; Travis Brininstool, Bellevue clerk; Sean Munn, Bellevue council; Tom Moon, Bellevue council; Denise Poyer, Bellevue president;Kay Marsh, Vermontville treasurer; MOnte O’Dell, Vermontville DPW supervisor; Terry Samann, Vermontville DPW; Ann Samann, Vermontville; and Don Marton, Vermontville council. Farm Facts LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ 11 a.m. ......... 6 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. 6 p.m. E.vening Worship 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) 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 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 nation’s total. • Tart cherries - 154 mil­ lion pounds. • Niagara grapes - 2.7 mil­ lion pounds. • Impatiens - 2.4 million flats. • Petunias - 6 million flats. That’s 14 percent of the nation’s total. • Flowering hanging bas­ kets - more than 4.78 million baskets sold. • Geraniums (seeds and cuttings) - more than 1.84 million pots. Today’s Quick Facts are in honor of Ag Day at the Capitol Agriculture: Growing Michigan’s Economy. To learn more, visit http://www.michiganfarmbureau.com/press/2005/ 20050505.php. Michigan leads the nation in the production of these 11 commodities: • Dry small red beans more than 48 percent of the nation’s total. • Blueberries - 62 million pounds. That’s more than 25 million pies! • Processing cucumbers Nearly 200 million quart jars of pickles from 181 million tons of cucumbers. • Dry black beans - more than 53 percent of the MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Source: Michigan Statistical Office of the U.S. Department of Agriculture ( USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRWILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Unlimited Free Drink Refills A .25t Corn Refills I MOVIE GUIDE SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE SHOWTIMES 5/31-6/2 OMADAGASCAR (PG) OIGITAUSTADIUM SEATING 11:00,1:05,3:10,5:10,7:10,9:10 OTHE LONGEST YARD (PG-13) 11: 10,1:25,3:45,6:55,920 ©STAR WARS 3: REVENGE OF THE SITH (PG-13) DIGITAL/STADIUM SEATING 12: 55,1:15,3:50,4:10,6:45,7:05, 9:45,10:00 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. 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 JEFF SWIFT Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. 203 N. State, Nashville QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m . Sunday Schoo 11:15 a.m. DIGITAL STEREO I . . NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets $6.00 DAILY Matlness til 6pm ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH $6.25 Students 5 Late Shows Frl & Sat . PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 945-SHOW $5.50 Kids all shows I $5.75 Seniors Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. 5 mi. south ofNashville) 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service.................................. 7p Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. Downtown Hastings on State St. www.hastings4.com 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mite East ofM-66, Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 HASTINGS 4 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 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time - 12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 31, 2005 — Page 3 Harvest Festival begins the search for royalty candidates Summer hasn’t even begun but organizers for the 101st annual Nashville Harvest Festival are already looking for candidates for the Harvest Festival King, Queen, Prince and Princess who will reign over this year’s festivities, which are slated for Sept. 16-17. Candidates for prince and princess should be 5 to 17 years of age, and king and queen candidates should be 18 years of age and up. The candidates or their family are responsible for creating a canister and placing it in a local business of their choice where the community can cast their votes by dropping change in the canister. Organizer Linda Gay said she would like to have the canisters in place right after the 4th of July to allow votes to be cast throughout the remainder of the summer. She will then collect the can­ isters and tally up the votes. Last year’s king and queen, Lucas Forquer and Becky Holland, and prince and princess, Dakota Wetzel and Catalina Mata, will crown the candidates receiving the most votes during the festi­ val, on Friday, Sept. 16. And the reigning royalty will make an appearance Saturday during the Harvest Festival Parade. For more information, or to register as a candidate, contact Gay (517) 852-9700 (Clay’s Dinner Bell) or (517) 852-0612 (home). Junior-Senior High School holds first ‘lock-down’ drill What would happen if an armed intruder entered the school and threatened staff and students? Would teach­ ers, staff, administrators and students know how to react? What would be done to ensure the safety of the stu­ dents? To answer those ques­ tions, and prepare for the possibility Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School held its first “lock-down” drill last week. Assistant Principal Scott Eckhart, who recently attended a homeland security conference in Grand Rapids, said that statistics have shown students are more likely to be killed or injured by violence in the schools than they are by a fire or tor­ nado. "No one has been killed in a school fire in over 25 years. We don’t want to alarm peo­ ple, there’s no immediate threat, but we just need to be prepared for the possibility of school violence," he said. "We want to inform the com­ munity that we are taking steps to increase our school safety and keep the students safe." Eckhart said that the entire school participated in a drill in with a scenario where a non-custodial parent arrives at the school and attempts to take a student and becomes angry when he is told he can­ not do so and indicates that he has a weapon. "Basically everyone in the school responded as if it were a real emergency. The teachers closed and locked Maplewood announces Students of the Month Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville has announced its students of the month for May. They are (from left) Matthew Scott, fourth grade; Katelyn Peterson, fifth grade, and Rachel Howard, sixth grade. More than 100 classic cars on display June 5 at Gilmore the doors and windows, blinds were shut and studentss, were moved to the safest parts of their room away from doors and windows where they are not likely to The Classic Car Club of be seen," he said. Eckhart said the entire America Museum, a non­ drill took less than 15 min-profit organization, is hostutes and so far the feedback ing the 2005 Concourse from staff has been positive. “The Grand Experience,” a "I think it went very well display of more than 100 for the first time," he said. Full Classic cars on the "There has been talk that the campus of The Gilmore state is going to decrease fire Car Museum in Hickory drills by two a year and start Comers, on Sunday, June requiring schools to do two lockdown drills a year. I 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrating “A Half thought it would be a good idea to get started on it now Century of Open Cars,” the so we would be prepared and event will be this year’s be ready when the state largest gathering of open requires them." cars from the antique and quite expensive when new. tion, visit www.cccarmuThey represent the pinna­ seumorg. or call 353-4672. cle of engineering, styling and design for their era. Blood drive Today, these beauties start around $20,000 for a com­ planned at plete operable sedan, and range up to over Mulberry Fore $1,000,000 for rare custom A Red Cross blood drive bodied cars in near perfect is planned for 1 to 6:45 condition. Visitors can also stroll p.m. Thursday, June 9, at through the flea market. A the Mulbery Fore golf 955 Main, variety of items will be courses, available to purchase, Nashville. Red Cross officials say including an eclectic mix Classic Era in the state of of car parts, arts and crafts, the summer season causes blood supplies to be low in Michigan. and other antiques. The event will include Established in 1952, the this region and donations have been convertibles, touring cars, Classic Car Club of recently Particularly roadsters and phaetons America (CCCA) is dedi­ slipping. This year’s college grad­ organized early and allot a find, and land, a satisfying built between 1898 and cated to the collecting, needed is Type Ouates face a betterjob mar­ certain amount of time first job: 1948, bringing together preservation, and enjoy­ negative. ket compared to the past each week to job search­ • No employment histo-cars seen at Pebble Beach, ment of the world’s finest Anyone who is at least few years - more employ­ ing. ry? 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It’s the beginning of 1-517-852-9481 it |0 |06605469 Friday & Saturday 10 am - 3 pm prospective employers. a great ride. 2005 Graduates: A Healthier Career Climate BARRY COUNTY MIKES BARBER SHOP ^Diana’s <-P()acc �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, May 31,2005V Page 4 Secretary of State offices closed for summer holidays Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land announced that all branch offices and the Office of the Great Seat will be closed in observance of state holidays during May, July and September. Residents are reminded that on: • Memorial Day - Centers will be closed on Saturday, M-66 road work starts Wednesday Julie A. Hurley, from the Michigan Department off Transportation Office of Communications, has reported that work will begin Wednesday, June 1, on M-66 in Nashville. The Michigan Department ofTransportation will be chip sealing five miles of M-66 from Brumm Road to north of Coats Grove Road in Bany County. The work is expected to be completed by mid-July. During this work, one lane of alternating traffic will be open through the use of flag control. M-DOT officials said this nearly $146,000 project is expected to extend the life of M-66 by approximately five years. Hurley said, “It continues a commitment by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Granholm administration to create jobs, improve quali­ ty of life and provide the highest quality transportation services for Michigan residents and businesses.” May 28 and Monday, May 30. • Independence Day Centers will be closed on 2, Saturday, July and Monday, July 4. • Labor Day - Centers will be closed on Saturday, September 3 and Monday, September 5. The Department of State mails notices to motorists 45 days before their driver’s license or license plates expire to give them ample time to renew. Licenses and plates that expire on a day when state offices are closed, such as a holiday or week­ end, can be renewed the following day without penalty. Motorists renewing license plates can “skip the trip” to the branch office and do business by mail, or if eligible, by Internet or touch-tone telephone. Easy to follow instructions can be found with the renewal notice. License plate tabs will arrive by mail within seven busi­ ness days. With the exception of hol­ idays, branch offices are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a,m. to 5 p.m. Smaller branch offices may close for the lunch hour. On Wednesdays most offices are open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., with those in city centers open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Centers are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Centers also provide Saturday hours from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information visit the Department of State Web site at www.Michigan.gov/sos CALENDAR OF EVENTS Livestock Developmental meeting, 7:30 p.m. , Barry Expo Center. Exploration Days Orientation, 7 p.m., The baccalaureate for the Community Room in the Courts & Law Bldg., Maple Valley High School Hastings. Class of2005 has been set for Fair Board meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. 7 p.m. Thursday, June 2, in Teen Club meeting, beginning at 10 a.m. at the high school auditorium. Patricia Johns home, call 269-795-8739 for The speaker at this year’s directions baccalaureate service is Open Horse Show, gates open at 7 a.m., Barry Kevin Langes, the head foot­ Expo Center. ball coach for Climax-Scotts Open Horse Speed Show, 9:30 a.m., Barry Expo High School, who led his Center. team to the Class D Fair Entry Forms Due to Barry Expo Fair Championship last year and Office. the dean of Albion College’s County Shoot Competition, 8 a.m., Barry Fellowship for Christian County Conservation Club. Athletes. Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Barry Expo Langes is an active mem­ Center. This is an add on show. ber of the Richland Bible Horse Developmental meeting, 7 p.m. Church. He has been married Fair Board meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. 20 years and is the father of 4-H Horse Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. four children. Small Animal Sale Mandatory meeting, 7:30 There will be a cookie and p.m. punch reception immediately following the baccalaureate. Thursday night June 2 June 2 June 4 June 4 June 5 June 9 June 11 June 12 June 13 June 16 June 18 June 20 Days to observe 65th wedding anniversary For A fe of 48, tax included * Pack price 854 4224 Tupper Lake Rd., Sunfield • (517) 566-8253 wes^ Sunfield Hwy., north 2 miles, turn east on Tupper Lake Rd., 1/4 mile. 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This year the only preventative is an oral chewable med that is given for a six month span — Spring thru October. Inside or outside dogs are susceptible. Your dog may need to be tested for heartworm, which can be done at the clinics and takes only 10 minutes. All vaccines for dogs and cats (leashes or carriers) will also be available. All will be held on May 14 and 21, and June 4. GRAND LEDGE SUNFIELD Fire Hall Downtown 9 -11:30 am NASHVILLE Fire Hall Downtown Noon - 2 pm Powers Garage Next to Good Time Pizza 3-5 pm Heartworm Test / Vaccines - $17.00 each | Preventative-1-25#-S22.00 26-50#-$33.00 51-100#-$44.00 from business cards and brochures Eldon and Wilma (Parrott) Day will observe their 65th wedding anniversary June 1, 2005. They were married at the home of her mother in 1940 in Nashville. They have two children: Douglas and Karen Day of Newaygo, and Marvin and Judy Laurie of Nashville; five grandchil­ dren and eight great-grandchildren. They would appre­ ciate hearing from family and friends. Cards may be sent to P.O. Box 223, Nashville, Mich. 49073. Tis the Season presents... Crafters on the Lawn” OUTDOOR SHOW Fri. & Sat., June 3 & 4 ~10 to 5 'Jewelry 'Candles 'Rugs 'Handcrafted Bamwood Outhouses 'Hand Painted Decor -Fun Fur Creations 'Birdhouses ...and morel 7155 W. Lawrence Hwy., Vermontville (On M-79 - 7 mites west ofCharlotte, 8 miles east ofNashville) call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 BOOTH SPACE STILL AVAILABLE • Call 517-541-3163 Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY FROM SECURITY AND SATISFACTION. Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 06609546 e-mail; retobias@sbcglobal.net �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 31,2005 — Page 5 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Volleyball program is a proven winner To the editor: On May 17,1 read a dis’turbing story and letter to the editor about Maple Valley’s volleyball program. This was brought to my attention by the headline, “Volleyball program gets failing grade.” This astonished me because, if I’m not mistaken, I saw Maple Valley’s 20042005 varsity team win a league co-championship. I then read the story, reading all of the disrespectful comments toward the Board of Education, Superinten-dent Kim Kramer, Athletic Director Mike Sparks, and High School Principal Todd Gonser. I believe that these people should be respected as people, as well as administration members. These people deal with enough stuff as it is, then to add bringing up the possible firing of a coach, who just led our Lady Lions 04-05 volleyball team to a league cochampionship and a good run at the district championship, is ridiculous in my mind. I would also like to bring up the point that volleyball is a game. Games should be played to have fun; not to argue with the. coaches, not to worry she’s doing the right thing. She’s the coach, she says what will happen at the volleyball practices and games, and as student athletes, that should be respected. Kelly Offrink the coach is obviously doing some­ thing right because this is the first league champi­ onship in that sport in 28 years. That means that for the six years that she has been coaching, she has turned the volleyball pro­ gram in the right direc­ tion, in my opinion. I am writing this to express some of the t thoughts I and many other students think about the situation. 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Main St, Nashville Main St, Vermontville 367-4544 706-0637 850-9446 726-0181 or 726-0060 VENN'S REPAIR AND SPORT STANTON REAL ESTATE & AUCTIONEERS �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, May 31,2005 — Page 8 changing with the times 2081994 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Nestled atop one of the wooded rolling hills ofEaton County Kalamo United Methodist Church has quiet­ ly served its tiny rural com­ munity for 137 years, but times are changing, and so is the church. After more than a century of tradition the church is offering its first contempo­ rary worship service on Sunday, June 5, in hopes of reaching out to a broader segment of the community. “We want the service to be interesting and entertaining as well as worship,” said Pastor Bryce Felghner, who assumed the pulpit last July. “The contemporary service is part of our growth. We’ll have contemporary music, and we’ll use alternative forms of media, like drama, to present the message. It’s very exciting we want to reach out to those in the community who might not feel comfortable with tradi­ tional worship.” Reaching out and serving the community is the focus of the church. Last Saturday, during Memorial Day weekend, parishioners held a “rest stop” for travelers and visi­ tors to the cemetery behind the church. They provided coffee, cookies and refresh­ ments for a free will offering which will be used to pur­ chased playground equip­ ment which they hope to install behind the church. “There is no playground in our community so there is no place for children to go so we want to build one not just for the church but the whole community,” said Feighner. “It’s really exciting and great to see how this church is growing and reaching out.” Since last summer weekly attendance has increased from approximately 10-15 people to around 25 and there are more couples and children in the church. “There have been wonder­ ful changes, the church is steadily growing and I really like the direction it is going,” said long time member Loni Lee. “It’s always been a wonderful church, but when I first started there were all these grandmothers, but there were very few couples and no children.” Janice Crane said that her son, Ben, was the first child in the church in a long time. “I have five kids now and Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16,20x20,20x30 canopies. 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We’ve even started having Bible studies and we are steadily building.” Lee added that her mother is one of the church’s older members approves of the changes and growth, “an she absolutely loves Pastor Bryce.” Joan Spitzer, also one of the older members of the congregation, said that attributes a lot of the church’s recent growth to their new pastor. “We’ve never had a a min­ ister who could stay around on Sunday morning because they were splitting their time between here and Bellevue,” said Spitzer. “He is the first pastor we’ve had who is ded­ icated solely to us.” “He is very giving of his time; he makes time for everybody,” said Lee. “He always manages to visit peo­ ple who are in the hospital when my mother had sur­ gery, he got there before I did.” Feighner, who works full­ time as a supervisor in the chemical process unit of the Department of Environmental Quality’s air quality division in Lansing, said he felt “compelled and called to go back to semi­ nary” in 1999 after he wit­ nessed a group of more than 20 ministers, many of them United Methodists, come together to protest a drinking water project. “I had started graduate classes in seminary before I became an engineer, but I returned because I felt REA LT OR COLDUieiX COLDWELL BANKER UNITED CHARLOTTE ASSOC. INC. 520 ROBINSON ST., CHARLOTTE, Ml BANK6RD 5 1 7 - 5 4 3 - 5 4 8 3 Ext. The pastor and some of the parishioners of Kalamo United Methodist Church prepare to break ground on a new community playground behind the church located on South Ionia Highway. Pictured are (front row, from left) Mackayla Lee, Matthew Feighner, Athena Crane, Nathaniel Crane, Benjamin Crane, (second row, from left) Loni Lee, Brody Swift, Pastor Bryce Feighner, Joan Spitzer, Eileen Feighner and Janice Crane. the church needed ordained ministers with a scientific background.” After receiving his mas­ ter’s degree in theology, with a concentration in environ­ mental ethics, Feighner began teaching about envi­ ronmental ethics in schools, church and seminaries. “I didn’t plan on having a church ministry, but the church search committee called and asked me if I would like the position here and it seemed like the right thing at the right time,” said Feighner. “I’m having a lot of fun doing this; I think it is a good fit.” Indeed Feighner is taking care of some things at the 137-year old church that would seem long overdue. “I’m working with the township clerk to get a deed for the property. Since it was built, this church has never had a deed for the property; that is why there hasn’t been any building projects,” he said. “Now with the deed, we will be able to do things like build a playground for the children of the community.” For more information about Kalamo United Methodist Church, call (517) 541-1144. Jamies "Nad b drtalr Qarien STYLIST WANTED Friendly - Hometown Atmosphere 157 S. Main • Vermontville 517-726-0330 18 MLS.\ ...Thinking of Selling or Buying a Home or Property? Over 10 years full-time experience working in and around Eaton & Barry County! , COMPLETELY REMODELED FARM HOME 2ACRES- POSSIBLY 5 RENOVATED TWO STORY 32X40 POLE BARN FINISHED TO MATCH HOME Looks like a new build inside and out! 3 bedrooms, first floor laundry, island kitchen, foyer, 24x32 pole bam. Beautiful views, deer and wildlife galore. Immediate occu­ pancy. Must see to appreciate. $129,900.6335 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville. 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Cbaching agiica tiers nust be ocnplebe ptirr to, crat sigxp Or Jeff Fjderat 726-1194 I �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 31,2005 — Page 9 New books at Putnam District Library The winners of this year’s Dream House competition in Kelly Murton’s sixth grade class are (front row, from left) Alex Hill, third place; Devin Haek, second place; and Austin Pool, first place. In the back row (from left) are judges from Accurate Inspections, Les Van Alstine, Jason Murton, Lynn Mickovich and teacher Kelly Murton. Dream House contest winners are announced Students in Kelly Murton’s sixth grade class­ room at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville have partici­ pated in the Dream House contest each spring for the past three years. This year’s winners were Austin Pool, first place; Devin Haek, second place, and Alex Hill, third place. For the contest students are asked to draw a picture :us Shitts®® HR 'ui®!g ‘■w fa Ita W foWtiiffl ■■» M uk Us Mfaltii nn lndm^re taiito#' i and write a story about their dream house. The stories and drawings are then judged on the quality of the writing and drawing by the staff of Accurate Inspections, including Murton’s husband Jason. The winners received a special certificate and their drawings were framed and will be hung in the office of Accurate Inspections for the next year. You should all be really proud,” said Les VanAlstine, one of the contest judges before the awards were handed out. “The pictures are on par with the ones we’ve had in previous years, but the writing was far better. It was really hard to pick the win­ ners this year.” After the certificates were presented, Murton treated the entire class to an ice cream party. Unleash your diet’s color potential Your parents were on the right track if they encour­ aged you to eat those last few bites of broccoli and Brussels sprouts - they just didn’t take it far enough. While those greens are important to include in your diet, a variety of color is nec­ essary for you to get all the nutrients shown to benefit your health. Foods such as fruits and vegetables provide a wide range of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber that your body needs to maintain good health. Next to provid­ ing health benefits, however, many ofthe antioxidants also provide these foods with their bright colors. By simply looking at the colors in your diet, we can therefore identi­ fy the nutrients that might be lacking. The Colors and What They’re Good For Red - in tomatoes, water­ melon and strawberries is associated with the nutrient lycopene. 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Gordenski won of the 17 events, and had the event by clearing 9-6. multiple scorers in 11 of Hamilton was second a 9’. the 13 individual events. Webberville’s Morgan Olivet’s boys made sure Chostczyk broke up the their string of 15 straight sweep by clearing 8-6 for years of winning or shar- third place. Rounding out ing the boys’ title would the top six for Maple Valley were Tori Ewing, Jennifer Ellison, and Danielle Christensen. There were four Lion ladies who scored in the 200-meter dash, with Ellison leading the Lions in second place with a time of 27.433. Dansville’s Danielle Grice won the event in 27.399. Lion senior Amy Abbott kept in shape for the state meet by winning all four events she partici­ pated in. She took the 100meter hurdles in 16.342 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Olivet was second with 88 followed by Leslie 57, Bellevue 51, Webberville 47, Dansville 42, Morrice 7, and Lansing Christian 0. Maple Valley senior Denver Hine will be one of the Olivet’s boys won seven events to take their Maple Valley boys putting their talents on display at this title, piling up 203 points Saturday’s Division 3 state track and field finals at to the Lion boys’ 139. Comstock Park High School. (File photo) Matthew D. Ewing Owner Lion baseball and softball open post-season Saturday GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Maple Valley seniors Tara Gordenski, right, and Lisa Hamilton helped the Lions take five of the six top spots in the pole vault at Wednesday’s SMAA meet at The Maple Valley varsiWebberville. The two have also qualified for this week- ty baseball and softball end’s Division 3 state finals this Saturday at Comstock teams both received byes Park High School in the event. (File photo) in the first round of this (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. 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Vermontville Township Planning Commission Public Hearing Concerning: Changes to the Vermontville Township Zoning Ordinance The Vermontville Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 2nd at 6:30 p.m. in the Opera House con­ cerning typographical changes only to the Zoning Ordinance. No issues will be addressed at this time. A copy of the amendment is available for viewing at the Vermontville public library, the village office, or from the zoning administrator. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids- or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by writ­ ing or calling Sharon Stewart, Township Clerk, P.O. 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EIA is spread through the exchange of blood from an infected ani­ mal to an uninfected ani­ mal, usually by biting flies. Using needles or dirty sur­ gical equipment on more than one animal, or sharing bridles and saddles on ani­ mals with open sores are other potential methods of disease transmission. Once an animal is infect­ ed with the virus, it is infected for life, regardless of the severity of symp­ toms. No treatment is effective against the virus, and there is no vaccine available to prevent infec­ tion from the virus that causes EIA. “Although testing is only required for animals that Michigan Department of Agriculture Director Dan Wyant reminded horse owners of the testing requirements and recom­ mendations for Equine INfectious Anemia (EIA). This reminder was issued as Michigan faces its third EIA case diagnosed this year, which is quite early for the disease to appear in the state, and as the state enters the May through October biting fly season. EIA, also known as Coggins Disease, is a viral disease that produces ane­ mia, intermittent fever and severe weight loss in equidae (horses, ponies, and mules and donkeys). EIA cannot be transmitted to other types of animals or enter Michigan from other be moved on or off the states; participate at fairs, premises without permis­ exhibitions or other events; sion from MDA. EIA cases identified in or change owners and loca­ tions, we recommend that Michigan so far this year all horses and other include a 15-year-old geld­ equidae be tested annually ing from Lenawee County for EIA,” said Wyant. “The that tested positive during importance of testing was routine testing in February; demonstrated earlier this a 30-year-old gelding from year when a horse that par­ Marquette that tested posi­ ticipated in several trail tive in April; and a horse rides last year tested posi­ identified through a tracetive for EIA, potentially back investigation on an exposing thousands of infected horse from Texas. other horses to the dis­ All three have been eutha­ nized. The Lenawee ease.” In Michigan, when an County case involved a equidae is diagnosed as horse that was active in EIA positive, the individ­ trail riding last year. The ual and others on the same trace-back investigation premise are placed under identified 56 horses were quarantine. While under known direct contact with quarantine, no equine may the infected horse last year. 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The simple rule of thumb is, “One horse, one needle.” • Clean and sterilize all instruments thoroughly after each use. This will prevent the spread of dis­ ease by hoofknives or den­ tal and surgical equipment. The vims is easily inacti- vated by common deter­ gent-containing disinfec­ tants. • Do not share saddles, bridles and other pieces of equipment between any animals with open or bleeding wounds or sores. • Do not breed mares or stallions that are suspected or known to be infected. • Observe our animals daily. At the first appear­ ance of any of the disease signs - fever, depression, or loss of appetite - isolate the sick animal and call your veterinarian. • Purchase animals only after they have been tested and found to be free of any evidence of disease. 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That has meant head coach Gary Hamilton has been able to keep his dis­ tance runners from wearing down in the grueling 3200meter run. “I can count on one hand, probably about four times,” Maple Valley senior Tessa Robles said of how many times she’s run a competitive 3200 this season. “The first two times were conditioning. We’re such a strong team overall that we didn’t need it.” Robles and sophomore Kristen Hummel ran the race for the Lions Saturday, with Robles finishing 16th in 13:24.35 and Hummel 20th in 13:39.38. The two earned 26 points for their team in the event, meaning that they didn’t really need to race it on Saturday, but that’s what happens at the team meet. There were ten girls’ teams competing in the Division 3 Championships. Each team is allowed to enter three members in each event, and run one relay team in each of the four relays. All 30 participants score in each individual event with 30 points going to the champi­ on, 29 to second place, and so on. “Today I had to work,” said Robles. “That’s because every point counts. It was funny, at practice everybody got together and (coach Hamilton) said ‘everybody’s going to need a lot of support Saturday, but two girls espe­ cially - Tessa and Kristen. They’re running the two- The Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team celebrates its Division 3 Michigan Interscholastic Track Coaches Association Team State Title Saturday, May 28, at Kent City High School. The Lions teamed up to defeat second place Kent City by more than 50 points in meet made up of regional champs. (Photo by Gary Hamilton) mile.’ “That’s what team state’s come down to, doing things you don’t want to do.” “They didn’t volunteer, but they didn’t complain about it,” said Hamilton. “Those two and (senior) Jessica McMillen today, they did a lot more work than Adverse weather conditions can’t beat graduation spirits by Molly Benningfield J-Ad Graphics Intern The sweltering heat and severe weather warnings did not keep the Class of 2005 from graduating Sunday afternoon. On Maple Valley’s foot­ ball field and track, not far from the roof that blew off during a tornado last year, Supt. Kim Kramer joked about the thunderstorm warnings that seemed to plague the Class of 2005. “We started the year with some severe weather, and we’ll end it with severe weather,” he said. Whether it was extremely hot outside (temperatures reached the 90s) or windy (thanks to a tornado watch and thunderstorm warning), Maple Valley’s graduating class of 120 received their diplomas regardless. After the superintendent’s speech, salutatorians Tara Gordenski, Tessa Robles and Lisa Hamilton each spoke to their fellow classmates. Gordenski’s speech, “Faith and Strength”, touched on the ways in which the class has perse­ vered through many events. “Every minor thing that happens to you...shapes who you are,” Gordenski said. Robles spoke on integrity they’re used to.” The Maple Valley girls finished with 979 team points, followed by the hosts from Kent City who finished with 948.5. East Jordan was third with 747.5, followed by Saginaw Nouvel 715.5, Morley Stanwood 715, Hillsdale 683, Goodrich 637.5, Bad Axe 607, Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 559, and Allendale 483. A total of 11 teams com­ peted in the Division 3 boys’ with Frankenmuth edging out Whitehall for the cham­ pionship. The victory was a bit of a surprise for the Lion ladies. Goodrich was the favorite heading in, but rested some runners while others were participating in a softball invitational. The Lions’ team attitude earned them the championship. “We thought we’d come in here and fight for second,” said Hamilton, “but of course, you never rule any­ thing out.” Senior Amy Abbott had a first, a second, and a third place finish for the Lions individually. She won the 300-meter hurdles in 49.27 seconds, was second in the 100-meter dash in 13.55, and third in the 100-meter hur­ dles with a time of 16.89 sec­ onds. Maple Valley also won the pole vault, with Tara Gordenski clearing 9-3, and the 400-meter relay in 51.14 seconds. The pole vault was one of seven events in which the Lions placed three athletes in the top 12. Senior Lisa Hamilton was second, also clearing 9-3, and freshman Tori Ewing fifth at 7-9. Abbott led the charge in three of the remaining six. Junior Jenny Ellison was fifth in the 100 and sopho­ more Alisha Felmlee 12th. Freshman Danielle Christensen was seventh in the 100 hurdles and Lisa Hamilton was ninth. In the 300 hurdles Christensen fin­ ished third and Lisa Hamilton eighth. The Lions also accom­ plished the feat in two other field events. Freshman Lauren Pierce was third in the long jump with a mark of 15-3, while sophomore teammate Amy Joostberns See TITLE, page 2 Seniors walk along the track to their seats for the ceremony. in her speech, “To Thine Own Self Be True.” “One of the hardest things to do in life is to stay true to yourself,” Robles said. Hamilton then told her classmates to “Follow Your Dreams.” “Do not take what you have for granted, but do not settle,” Hamilton said. Andrew Gaber, Maple Valley’s senior class presi­ dent, spoke about changes in his speech titled, “Flowers in the Shadow.” It hasn’t been “changes to buildings, but changes to people,” Gaber said, after he spoke of the modifications made to the schools. Valedictorian Erin Hummell closed the student speeches with hers, titled, “There & Back Again, an MV 2005 Tale.” Hummell compared Maple Valley to Middle Earth in J.R.R. Tolkien’s “Lord of the Rings” series. She spoke of the size of the town and said, “Yes, Maple Valley knows we are capa­ ble, but the world has yet to know.” Musical selections were important to the ceremony, as the band, choir and two separate groups performed songs. Rochelle Currier, Erin See GRADUATION, page 12 In This Issue • Maple Valley’s “Best of the Class” earn trip to Lansing • Vermontville to ask village residents to display house numbers • Pony Express to help troops in Iraq, ailing girl • Vaulters and more medal at state • Valley ball teams fall to Galesburg �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 7,2005 — Page 2 TITLE, continued from page 1 was fifth and Lisa Hamilton sixth. In the discus, Joostbems was fifth with a throw of 104’, junior Kayleigh Browne was sixth and freshman Ashley Gonser tenth. 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SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry a memonal 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 7, 2005 — Page 3 Maple Valley Riders prepare for Fun Horse Show and Eaton County Fair Maple Valley’s "Best of the Class" earn trip to Lansing Valedictorians and Salutatorians from Eaton, Ingham, and Clinton counties were invited to a special recognition taping session at the capital in Lansing. WLNS taped the students as a group and as a high school in an effort to acknowledge academic achievement. These tapes will be shown on Channel 6 to bring attention to the great things youth in the area are accomplishing. Students from Maple Valley included; Erin Hummel, Tara Gordenski, Tessa Robles, and Lisa Hamilton, who were accompanied by high school guidance counselor Dawn Yager (in center). "I’m very proud of our stu­ dents and am excited that WLNS is recognizing some positive accomplishments of our youth today," she said. Vermontville to ask village residents to display their house numbers by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer During his report to the Vermontville Village Council at last Thursday’s meeting, Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell asked the Council for permission to draft and deliver letters to residents in the village HASTINGS 4 Downtown Hastings on State St. 945-SHOW $5.50 Kids all shows | $5.75 Seniors $6.25 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat $6.00 DAILY Matlness til 6pm DIGITAL STEREO | U.llmlt.d Fra» Drink R.flll. » ,25< Cora R.llll. | SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHAHGE SHOWTIMES OH-SIS O MADAGASCAR (PG) DIGITAL/STADIUM SEATING 11:00,1:05,3:10,5:10,7:10,9:10 ©THE LONGEST YARD (PG-13) OIGITAL/STADIUM SEATING 11: 10,1:25,3:45,6:55,9:20 ©STAR WARS 3: REVEHGE OF THE SITH (PG-13) OIGITAL/STADIUM SEATING 12: 55,3:50, 6:45, 9:45 INTERPRETER (PG-13) 11:15,1:50,4:25,7:05,9:40 I 1 20 . oz drink ||Si with $2 50 purchase of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn cn*aradOHMMB4 E>p JULY 31.2006 06 W 7 BEST DEAL in eNewsletter at | w^hastin^.com^ I fJW* 1 rn [ www.hastings4.com who do not have their house numbers displayed. He wants the numbers displayed to make it easier for fire and ambulance personnel as well as DPW workers to find a particu­ lar address if the need arises. There’s probably only a half dozen or so that don’t have numbers on their houses, and I’d just like to hand deliver a letter to them asking them to put up the numbers, " said O’Dell. "I got a copy of a letter that they used in Charlotte and we can change it to fit our needs. I don’t see why anyone would object to putting the numbers up because it is really for their benefit. No official action was necessary from the Council to permit O’Dell to draft and present the letters to village residents, however Council mem­ bers did give their infor­ mal consent to the idea. In other business, the Council asked Village Clerk Shirley Harmon to do a cost analysis on copying and faxes and report back to Council at next month’s meeting to determine whether the vil­ lage needs to raise the rates it currently, charges for those services as related to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and the copying and sending of documents, etc. President Andrea Cobb, Vice-President Jenny Ellison, Secretary Tiffany Cowell, Treasurer Brooke Bracy, and Historian/Recorder Cody Cowell are leading the Maple Valley Riders through a busy 4-H season. Club members have partici­ pated in club meetings, educa­ tional presentations, fundrais­ ers, open beef and horse shows, riding meetings, fun get togethers, swine, sheep and beef clinics, Eaton County Fairboard, 4-H Council, and HDC meetings. The Club welcomed new members Kirsten, Dylan and Kora Benit, Josh, Dakota, and Elizabeth Wetzel, Robbie and Hunter Sebastian, Justin Suntken, Salena Woodman, and Kaitlin Fierro as well as new Project Leaders Jim and Kellie Benit, Dennis Vanderhoef and Dr. James Yenger, Jeff and Chelsea Wetzel. Horse project members Tarah Yenger, Tiffany Cowell, Cody Cowell, Breann Gardner, Andrea Cobb, Melissa Jewell, Kirsten Benit, Dylan Benit, Justin Suntken, Cash Flower, Brooke Bracy, Jenny Ellison, Cindy Eaton, and Sarah Vanderhoef are preparing their horses, and attending riding meetings and open shows. Beef project members are Cash Flower, Cody Cowell, Tiffany Cowell, Robbie Sebastian, Dakota Wetzel, Elizabeth Wetzel, Josh Wetzel, and Breann Gardner. The Beef members attended the mandatory weigh in at the fairgrounds Jan. 29. They have been holding weekly workouts preparing for the coming fair. Members have been invited to the Keehne farm for a clinic on May 28. Swine members Sarah Ellison, Mary Jewell, Melissa Jewell, Andrea Cobb, Salena Woodman, Kirsten Benit, and Dylan Benit weighed their pigs in on April 9. The maximum weight was 108 lbs. Members also renewed their Pork Quality Assurance Program certifications in May, certification assures members are aware of and practice safe and ethical treatment of swine. The swine members were to have a showmanship clinic on May 27th at the Benits farm. Brooke Bracy and Elizabeth Wetzel, Sheep members, Riders selling pies and hams. weighed their sheep in on April 24 at the mandatory The Club put together and weigh-in at the fairgrounds. entered a float in the Syrup The shooting sports mem­ Festival Parade, and wish to bers have been attending sev­ thank Jeff and Chelsey Wetzel eral shooting meets. for their assistance and bam Maple Valley Riders are and Shane Hickey for his trac­ also finishing up non-livestock tor and trailer. projects that will be entered as Project Leaders Kellie and exhibits at this year’s Eaton Jim Benit chaperoned Brooke County Fair. Projects include Bracy, Cody Cowell, Tiffany arts, crafts, hobbies, photogra­ Cowell, Kirsten Benit and phy, home economics, person­ Dylan Benit on a trip to the al record books, teen leader­ Horse Expo in Columbus, ship, and performing arts. A Ohio in April. A special two day mini-clinic at thanks to Pam Rooks for being Vanderhoefs in June will a guide. This trip was funded allow members to share help­ by an Eaton County 4- H ful non-livestock and livestock Council Grant, applied for by project tips with each other. Andrea Cobb and Kirsten Teen Leaders will use this Benit. opportunity to spend time with Club members and parents the younger members. made their way to the Eaton Teen Leaders this year are County Fairgrounds to com­ Kirsten Benit, Melissa Jewell, plete fairground clean-up, an Sarah Vanderhoef, Tarah annual task to beautify the Yenger, Andrea Cobb, Cindy grounds. Eaton, Jenny Ellison, and The Riders recently hosted Breann Gardner. Teen Leaders their annual Car Wash are the foundation of many fundraiser at the Nashville committees, serve as mentors Fire Bam. to younger members, and The Maple Valley Riders assist the administrative and annual Team Fun Show will project leaders as needed. be held at the Eaton County Club Teen Leaders are Fairgrounds in Charlotte, on required to give a presentation Saturday, June 18, beginning on a horse topic to club mem­ at 8:30 a.m. in the back arena. bers. Andrea Cobb started out Teams of four will compete the year with her presentation for high point, reserve high on Equine Confirmation, fol­ point, and 4-H team prizes, as lowed by Sarah Vanderhoef they participate in speed, presenting Emergency Equine pleasure, equitation, walk/trot, Dismounts. The club members leadline, showmanship, and look forward to the upcoming fun classes. For more infor­ presentations. mation call Andrea Cobb Teen Leaders Cindy Eaton (726-0638) or Breann Gardner and Andrea Cobb and Officer (726-0170). Tiffany Cowell ran the Club’s Members Sarah tack booth at the Winning Vanderhoef, Tara Yenger, Combinations Tack Sale in Kirstin and Dylan Benit will February. Andrea Cobb gath­ be attending the Livestock ered up pop cans from club Camp on June 27. They will families and others for dona­ learn many useful ideas on tion to the HDC Pop Can both their swine and horse Drive in February. An Easter projects. fundraiser in March found the ^Diana’s t-P&ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling xTx MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday — Friday ss S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. |06605469 1-517-852-9481 r Well protect your assets in the event of a lawsuit Halsey-Ripley our personal liability insurance is there to protect you ifyou are Brad and Cindy Halsey of Bellevue are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Ann, to Derek Ryan Ripley, son of Kevin and Sally Ripley of Vermontville. 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While serving Tuesday, May 17, 2005 in Korea he was decorated with the Army of Occupation peacefully at his home. Alfred was bom in Medal and the Victory Nashville, on February 21, Medal. When he returned from 1925, he was the son of the late Ard and Ina (Hamilton) active duty he was employed Decker. After his mother Ina as a service representative at passed away his father mar­ E.W. Bliss for 39 years; for­ ried Iza Elliston. She passed mally retiring in 1986. away shortly after Alfred Alfred was also an avid returned from his military farmer. While working full duty. He was raised in the time at E.W. Bliss he spent Nashville area and attended his spare time working to area schools, graduating in establish his family farm in 1943 from W.K. Kellogg Nashville. Alfred enjoyed reading, High School. Alfred was the husband of square dancing, woodwork­ Beatrice (Hawkins) Decker. ing, fishing, camping and The couple met while in high golfing. He was a 4-H leader school and dated throughout for several years, a lifetime their school days. They were member of the Masonic married on September 22, Lodge 255, a member of the 1945. Three weeks later Maple Leaf Grange, and a Alfred left to serve his coun­ member ofthe Nashville Co­ try in the United States Op Elevator Board. He is survived by his Army. The couple made their home in the Nashville area beloved wife, Helen; his where they raised their fami­ daughters, Donna (Bernie) ly. The couple has been mar­ Garvey and LouAnne (Art) Luna; sons, David (Barb) ried for 59 years. Decker and Allen (Marcia) Decker. Also surviving are his sister, Ardeen (Bob) Varney; brothers, John (Judy) Decker, Elton (Cheri) Larry Decker, (June) Decker; his beloved grandchildren; Jenifer (Aaron) Ryan, Mindy (Dennis) Downing, BeeGee (Tina) Garvey, Steven Decker, Alex Decker, AJ Luna, Michael Luna, Christina Luna and Casey (Aaron) Solomon; a great great grandchild, Nevaeh Luna; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Karen Ryan and his brother, Bob Decker. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Saturday, May 21, 2005 with Pastor Mark Jarvie officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County COA or the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels funeral Home in Nashville. POTTERVILLE - Michael L. Snyder, age 56, of Potterville, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2005 at Valley Hospital in Las Vegas, NV. Mike was bom in Nashville, on November 24, 1948, the son of Max R. and Wanda J. (Converse) Snyder. Mike grew up in the Nashville area and attended area schools there graduating from Maple Valley High School. After graduating high school, Mike served his country during the Vietnam War. In the early 1980’s Mike began working at Schaffer Bakeries in Lansing. He was employed with Schaffer for over 25 years. Mike was a member of the Local Teamsters Union. Mike was the husband of Ruth (Keusch) Snyder. The couple was married on April 7, 1988 in Las Vegas, NV. The couple spent their lives together living in the Potterville area. Along with his beloved wife Ruth, the couple enjoyed travelling together. They visited places like Mt. Pleasant, The Bahamas, and Cancun Mexico; but, they especially enjoyed their time together vacationing in the Las Vegas area. Mike is survived by his mother, Wanda; his beloved wife, Ruth; his daughters, Linette Snyder, and Dana Snyder; step sons, Tony (Jennifer) Patino, and Jason Patino. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, Kira, Anthony, Dominic, Dakota, and Antonette Patino, as well as Austin, Mariah, and Taylor. He was preceded in death by his father, Max and his brother, Max “Butch” Snyder. Funeral Services will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 1 lam on Tuesday, June 7, with Pastor Rob Van Engen officiating. Graveside services with full military honors will be held at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Lansing. Memorial contributions can be made to American Heart Association. Twenty-five graduate from Maple Valley Alternative Education Howard James Knoll NASHVILLE Howard formally retired in 1988. Jim James Knoll, age 71, of spent the majority of his Nashville, passed away working career at the Federal Friday, May 27, 2005 peace­ Center in Battle Creek. fully at his home in He was the husband of Nashville. Delores (Marshall) Knoll. Howard was bom in The couple was joined in Nashville on November 5, marriage on September 5, 1933. He was the son of the 1953 in the home of Delores late Earl V. and Cleone C. parents in Nashville. After (Everett) Knoll. being married the couple Jim was raised in the lived in Kalamazoo and Nashville area and attended Florida before returning to area schools graduating from Nashville where they spent Nashville High School in their lives together raising 1952. He continued his edu­ their family. The couple has cation at Western Michigan been married for 51 years. University where he earned a Jim was an avid outdoors­ bachelor’s degree in business man who enjoyed deer hunt­ administration in 1960. ing, mushrooming in the In 1954 Howard joined the spring, working on his fami­ United States Army where ly farm and gardening. He he served his country until played softball for many being honorably discharged years and in 1996 was voted in 1956. While in the service MVP on the Senior Softball he earned the Good Conduct League. One of his true pas­ Medal. sions however, was watching He was employed as a and and supporting U of M computer analyst for the U.S. sporting events. He and his Government Dept. of wife, Delores, also enjoyed Defense for 30 years until he spending their time watching Something to Think About DAVID D. ROSIER ------------- DIRECTOR------ PARTIAL PREPLANNING While it would be ideal to preplan all aspects of one's funeral arrangements down to the last detail, this is not always possible. Many people live the sort of fluid lifestyle which precludes purchasing a cemetery lot or even choosing a particular funeral home. One solution to this prob­ lem is to write a general "Letter of Instructions on Funeral and Burial" to your spouse, next of kin, or "to whom it may concern." Put down only those instructions about your funeral and burial which any qualified mortuary can fill. Ifyou move, you can usu­ ally - with some adjustments transfer your wishes and mor­ tuary instructions to the funeral home in the new city. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. 06610296 the Detroit Pistons play bas­ ketball. He is survived by his beloved wife Delores; his daughters Denise (Mike) Knoll-Mead, Kelli (Tom) Gurd,‘ Pamela (Jeff) Christensen, Judy (Jess) Mohler; his son, Douglas (Beth) Knoll; brother, Alton Knoll; and beloved grand­ children, Ryan, Dustin, and Kristin Mead, Aaron and Kyle Knoll, Tyler and Lauren Gurd, Ben, Alexis, Jeffrey and Daniel Christensen, Nickolas and Justin Parks and Grant Mohler. He was preceded in death by his parents and his broth­ er, Francis Knoll. Funeral services were held at the Peace United Methodist Church on Wednesday, June 1, 2005 with Revs. Mary Curtis and Nancy Fancher officiating. Interment took place follow­ ing the service at Barryville Cemetery Nashville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 The Maple Valley Alternative Education graduating class of 2005. (Photo by Natasha Trader) Last week families and friends crowded into the gym at Kellogg School in Nashville for the graduation ceremony of 25 young peo­ ple from the Maple Valley Alternative Education pro­ gram. "These people have worked hard and faithfully to complete the requirements of the Maple Valley School System. They have given time from their families and their work for this purpose. "Let these graduates be the ones who set an example for others in our community to follow in future years,"says a quote from the program for the graduation ceremony. Those words echo the thoughts put forth by Alternative Education Principal Chris Parkinson as he welcomed the gathering and Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Kim Kramer during his keynote address. Rose Hahn, the school’s health, science and photogra­ phy teacher gave a special multimedia presentation of chance to address the gatherthe school’s new DVD year­ ing before the diplomas and book, which was given to special awards were distribeach graduate. uted. Hahn said the cost ofpro­ Receiving diplomas were: ducing a traditional yearbook Clay Richard Abbott, Elijah was getting prohibitive so Paul Bush, Jolene E. they came up with the idea of Cheeseman, Andrew Rodney DVD yearbooks that could Davis, Davis, Chad Raymond be produced for less than $2 Gidner, Mindy Jo Gildner, each. The yearbook included Tomara Sue Gonzales, Emily video quotes from teachers, Sue Goodrich, Jessica staff and students as well as Begerow Haight, Kristen video and photographic doc- Leann Hesterly, Jesse Jay umentary of the 2004-05 Johnson, Rick Krebs, Leaha school year at Maple Valley Jean Labine, Correy Leon Alternative Education. Maynard, Ray Justin Leaha Jean Labine, who Maynard, James Lavem plans a career as a correc­ Meyers, Charles R. Purdum tions officer, was named the III, Shana Marie Sampson, recipient of the $1,000 Tate Carrie Marie Service, James Mix Award, which is over­ R. Stinson, Tracy Marie seen by the Maple Valley Stockham, Christy Lee Memorial Scholarship Storm, Jacob E. West, Travis Foundation on behalf of the John White and Jodie Lee family of the late Tate Mix. Zimmer. He was a former principal of Music for the occasion the Maple Valley Alternative was provided by the Education program and died Community Band, and a a year and half ago after a cake and punch reception long battle with cancer. was held after the ceremony. The students were given a 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 VISA (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 505509 & Fami'y Owner/Manager �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 7,2005 — Page 5 New Pastor assumes the pulpit of Peace United Methodist Church by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Peace United Methodist Church in Nashville has a new pastor, Nancy Fancher of Lansing, who assumed the pulpit in March when Sue Trowbridge, pastor of the church for more than a decade decided to take a sab­ batical from her ministry to pursue her art work. "I’m in the process of ordination, I still have a few years to go, but I am working toward being a local pastor here in this church," said Fancher. She will be serving Methodist Church while she for a couple of years. Nick, pursues a master of divinity or Nicholas, is 22 years old degree from Asbury and studying counseling at Seminary and a master’s of Lansing Community education from Spring Arbor College. University through on-line Fancher, who has an courses. undergraduate degree in edu­ "It’s a lot of work, but it’s cation, said she taught in also a lot of firn," she said. schools for several years Fancher commutes to before beginning seminary Nashville two or three times classes. a week and on Sunday morn­ "I had a call in my life, ing from her home in and I am just being obedient Lansing, which she shares I’m trying to follow the pur­ with Jeffrey, her husband of pose God has for my life," 27 years. she said. The couple has two grown Fancher, who describes sons. Jason, 26, has been herself as energetic and sharing God’s word with people. "I look forward to getting to know the people of this church and helping them to reach out to people in the community even more," she said. "This is a wonderful group ofpeople. It’s an ener­ getic congregation that is looking forward to making a difference in their communi­ ty by helping the needy and reaching out to the lost They have already been helping out at the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf; now it’s time to work on that meets the needs of all ages. The people of this church hope to share God’s love, their faith, hope and peace in the community." Fancher added that her congregation is looking for­ ward to teaming up with Nashville United Methodist Church for Vacation Bible School in August and already has more than a few fellowship activities slated for this summer including: attending a Devil Ray’s minor league baseball game June 12; the men will be attending a Promise Keepers event in Lansing July 8-9; there will be a gathering at Thornapple Lake from 4 p.m. until dark July 30; in August there will be a potluck and baseball game with Nashville United Methodist Church; the women will attend a "Just Give Me Jesus" event Sept. 23 -24; and Oct. 8 is the date set for a brown bag auction and potluck to benefit the food pantry. Fancher stresses Nancy Fancher of Lansing is the new Pastor of Peace United Methodist Church in Nashville. that all fellowship events are open to the community. Anyone interested in attending the fellowship events, worship services or desiring more information about the church and its min­ istry can call (517) 852­ 1993. Three-on-Three Soccer Tournament The participants of the 5th annual Cystic Fibrosis 10 K fundraiser pause for a photo, (photo in MV RTE) Cystic Fibrosis Walk deemed a success oi I •w U spralmiwto wto td taii^a? tjatai OiffcMtaii ktat» fW W. fe i litihof taifch hotH Dm M fc $taE Gita fcH(& itatai taMutat itttas, Sit (tatt k srSs jjjtfc.jdrt iVitj tew Bii I® laM^tanMW lalk^ ja W " S U * *'? wCs rli^!*i Cogli!* n s^' The 5th annual Cystic Fibrosis 10K fundraiser, held May 20, at the Maple Valley High School track, was deemed a success by organ­ izer Duska Brumm, who noted that 43 walkers raised a total of $1,587.75. Area businesses donating were: Nashville Hometown Hardware & Lumber, Hickey Electric, Mansfield’s at the Vermontville Elevator, Callton Chiropractic, Mace Pharmacy and the Trumble Agency. Top donation raisers were Desiree Thomas, Emily Eldred, Lindsey Kersjes and MacKenzie Visger. Music throughout the afternoon was by DJs Bryan Theisan and Pat Mulvany. Pony Express to help troops in Iraq, ailing girl The Eaton County Sheriff’s Department Mounted Division, along with other Sheriff’s Posse’s across the state, will re-cre­ ate the dramatic rides of the Pony Express to deliver let­ ters for a very special cause. On June 11, beginning at 7:30 a.m., the Pony Express will ride for your friend or loved one serving in the U.S. Armed Forces overseas and deliver your special letters to family and friends. The pro­ ceeds from this fundraiser will be donated to help fiveyear-old Allison Lounds from Chippewa County who has been diagnosed with pneumofibramatosis. Sheriff Mike Raines says, "Our support for those fight­ ing terrorism at home and abroad is critical. They need to know America is behind them and just how much we appreciate their efforts and sacrifices for the safety of our Homeland and future generations. What better way to show them your sup­ port, in a very special way and to help a child, all at the same time?" Letters can also be written to loved ones or friends across the nation. The U.S. Postal Service will deliver the letters sent to family and friends in the United States after they have been carried by the Pony Express. The original Pony Express started in April 1860 with a goal to deliver mail over 1,966 miles in less than ten days from Missouri to California. Before this time, the mail was usually deliv­ ered via ship, which took nearly a month to reach its destination. Based on a relay system, the ad for recruits read: "Wanted - Young, skinny, wiry fellows, not over 20. Must be expert riders, and are willing to risk their lives for the job. Orphans preferred. Wages $25 a week." Riders traveled nearly 100 miles each day and stopped every ten miles to exchange horses. In less than 19 months, over 650,000 miles were traveled and 34,753 pieces of mail were delivered, and only one mail sack was ever lost.* Less than two years later, the Pony Express was replaced by the telegraph. The modern-day Pony Express was re-established in 1962. This year will be the 44th Annual Pony Express Ride in the State of Michigan. For the modern-day Pony Express Ride-A-Thon, stu­ dents from Sunfield and Vermontville Schools in Eaton County wrote letters to their family, friends, military personnel serving overseas and even President Bush. Donations totaling over $500.00 from local area businesses (Sunfield Spy’s, Good Time Pizza, Shirley’s Chuckwagon CafS, Hastings City Bank) has been collected to provide stationery to the students. Eaton County families and friends are wel­ comed and encouraged to donate and participate in this program. Letters may be written on special commemorative stationery and receive a special commemorative Pony Express Stamp. All requests for letters and donations must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 8. For further information, commemorative stationery to participate in writing to a loved one or to make a dona­ tion, please contact Karen Hathon, ECSD Mounted Division Secretary at (517) 566-8659 or Sheriff Mike Raines at (517) 543-3512, ext. 426. Saturday, June 25, 2005 Games start at 10 a.m. at Vanburen Park on the Main Field, Sunfield, Michigan Limited to the first 18 teams Team must sign up by June 22, 2005 Entry fee - $60.00/Team To sign up, fill out thefollowing information and send along with your entryfee to: Alan Bosworth 5096 N. Needmore Hwy. Charlotte, MI 48813 (517) 566-8158 Make checks payable to the SPYs Sponsors ofPrograms For Youth www.sunficldspvs.org Dragons, Dreams and Darin0 Deerfs gummer (Reading (Program ^KickojJ <Xjni £A\gdieva( ^air at the ^Putnam D^1*^ library 327 CW • c!\ashvi(Te Saturday, cjune 18, 2005 517-852-9723 (Have (Jea and gcones with an <Eng(ish <King and Queen gee a (Wizard, ^Knights, (Jadies and many more... 06609127 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 7, 2005 — Page 6 Collecting cardboard and newspapers a hobby for Nashville man I would hate to take it away by Sandra Ponsetto from him," said Nashville StaffWriter Kent Mead peddling his Police Chief Garry Barnes. adult tricycle laden with "Our ordinance officer has stacks of cardboard and stopped by to talk to him a newspapers has been a regu­ couple of times and it gets lar sight on the streets of cleaned up for awhile and Nashville for more than 20 then people start dropping stuff off on the front porch years. Many people in the com­ again. Our object is not tomunity have taken to drop­ prosecute him in court, we ping offboxes and old news­ just want to make sure that it papers on the front porch of is not a health hazard or a his home on Middle Street in nuisance to his neighbors." Both Barnes and Mead’s an attempt to help him. However, the boxes and sister, Deanne Humphrey of papers often appear at a Caledonia, said they hope faster rate than Mead, who that the people of the com­ has cerebral palsy, can deal munity would help Mead out with them causing him to be by not leaving boxes and in violation of the village papers on his porch. "If people would drop off junk ordinance. "We’ve been getting com­ and break down the boxes plaints from neighbors that and put the cardboard and his place is an eyesore, a fire newspapers in the shed in his hazard and in violation of backyard near the alley village ordinances; but this is (which is accessible from Kent’s hobby and he earns a Sherman Street) and the little extra money from it, so trailer he uses to haul the OF REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY LOCATED at 10866 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml (west of Charlotte on Lawrence Hwy./M-79 to Ionia Road, north to Nashville Hwy. and west to property or straight south of Vermontville on Ionia Road to Nashville Hwy. and west to property) on: FRIDAY, JUNE 10 • 4 P.M. Selling this very good two bed­ room home at 6:00 p.m. Selling personal property at 4:00 p.m. including appliances, cherry dining table w/leaves and chairs; cherry china cabinet; living room fumiture; TV; antique sewing serger; mower; 1991 MTD shredder; 1993 snowblower; lawn and garden items; tools; and lots of household and other misc. Call for a list! LLOYD & THELMA LINSLEY, OWNERS 00610304 144 South Main St. P.O. Box 146 fllwa m*m*m*P Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-mail: stantons@voyager.net www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. stuff to Battle Creek, it would probably help him out a lot," said Humphrey. Mead himself agrees. "It would help if they would stack it out back; but even if they break the boxes down or cut them in half before they put them on the porch, that would help," he said. Through the years stu­ dents from the Maple Valley Alternative Education pro­ gram and the high school leadership programs, and members of the community have helped Mead with his cardboard and paper collec­ tion. "We have a guy who will drive his truck down to Battle Creek on a fairly regu­ lar basis, but most people help for a little while and then they quit and sometimes he is worse off than before," said Humphrey. "A few years ago someone gave him a van thinking it would help. But we put hundreds of dol­ lars of repairs into and it still doesn’t run, so now we have to find a way to get rid of it because it can’t sit in his yard." Still Humphrey said she is grateful for the effort people make to help her brother. "I’d like to thank the com­ munity for all they have done to try to help him, but he really doesn’t make that much on the papers and card­ board. He makes barely enough to cover the cost of hauling it down to Battle Creek; But, it gives him something to do and he feels like he is helping his com­ munity," said Humphrey. Over the years, Mead, who is 65 years old and has lived most of his life in the Nashville area, has often Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N- MAIN ST., NASHVILLE -- d MLS. 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, Broker - GRI....................................... Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR....................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor.................................................................. Ceil 269-838-2884 done things to help others. In the past he has helped organ­ ize fundraising events for the Battle Creek Bears, the team he competes with at United States Cerebral Palsy Athletic Association (USCPAA) events in and out of dumpsters. I can’t do anything about it until somebody complains because it is on private prop­ erty, but I am afraid he could get hurt doing that, and the business owners could be liable. Commission ildfllj COUII'U on Aging Schedule of Events Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, June 8 Peanut butter and honey, coleslaw, peaches, English muffins. Thursday, June 9 Sliced turkey, broccoli bacon salad, fruit parfait, whole wheat bread. Friday, June 10 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple, dinner roll. Monday, June 13 Chicken pineapple salad, potato salad, mixed fruit, din­ ner roll. Tuesday, June 14 Cheese spread, pork and beans, tropical fruit, Rye Krisps. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, June 8 Hamburger, bun, broccoli, roasted red skins, applesauce. Thursday, June 9 Roast pork w/gravy, stuff­ ing, mashed potatoes, carrots, pears. Friday, June 10 Homemade goulash, Kent Mead, of Nashville, on the tricycle he uses to braised cabbage, cauliflower, collect cardboard and newspapers in the village of mixed fruit. Nashville. Monday, June 13 Both Barnes and cycling, track and field Mushroom chicken, sweet events, bowling and table Humphrey said that the only potatoes, green beans, sea­ way they see Mead giving up soned rice, jello. tennis. Mead, whose bulletin his collecting is if he finds Tuesday, June 14 board and walker are cov­ another activity that allows Ham and pasta salad, 3ered with ribbons he has him to make a contribution bean salad, mandarin earned in USCPAA events, in some way. oranges, muffin. earned the National "He likes to feel that he is Events Disability Sports Alliance’s giving back to the communi­ Wednesday, June 8 Athlete of the Month Award ty," said Humphrey. Hastings, Low Vision "The only way he will Support 1:30 p.m.; Nashville in May of 2004, which he has framed and hung on the give it up is someone finds 5 10:30 a.m.; card games wall of his living room. He something else that is mean­ 12:30-2:30 p.m.; nails. earned the award, "due to his ingful to him. I’ve talked to Thursday, June 9 spirit of dedication and past Kent about maybe doing a Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30 competitive success." little gardening and he told -11:30 a.m.; Sam; Cancer The same dedication and me that he used to garden Support 7 p.m. Delton, tenacity that has made Mead when he lived on a farm Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville, TV an award winning athlete, south of town but he doesn’t Time. has made Mead determined want one now because he Friday, June 10 - Hastings, not to give up his cardboard doesn’t eat vegetables. I said Bingo. Woodland, Visiting. and newspaper collection maybe he could sell them, Nashville, Oil Painting 9:30 despite Barnes’ concern but he wants to do something a.m.. about Mead’s health and for the community," said Monday, June 13 safety when riding his tricy­ Barnes. Hastings, crafts; Music with cle down M-66 or crawling Indeed, Mead has no plan Sam; beading; card making in and out of dumpsters to give up collecting paper 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton, behind local businesses. and cardboard anytime soon. Bingo; Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. "We’re concerned about "I’m out every day H,W,N, Reminiscence. Kent’s safety. Riding that when the weather is good. I Tuesday, June 14 bike down Main Street can was out on the road this Hastings - Bocce Ball 10:30 be extremely hazardous," morning at 6:45. I like to be a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30­ said Barnes. 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Call Homer for more details. (CH-107) Breakfast Buffet Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 7,2005 — Page 7 Maple Valley teams compete in Eaton County Math Days Thirty-two Maple Valley students participated at Eaton County Math Days at Olivet College on May 23. The competition involves students in grades 6 -9 from schools in Eaton County. In the Quick Calcs catego­ ry, students individually solve mathematical expres­ sions as quickly as possible. A second competition is Jeopardy, similar to the game show. Students are arranged on four-person teams and answer questions covering eight mathematical cate­ gories. In the Dual Digs cat­ egory, two students work together to solve 30 prob­ lems in 45 minutes. The 6th grade team con- up of Amanda Erwin, Josh Hall, Chelsea Khouri and Brittany Snook also won first place in Jeopardy. Josh hall and Brittany Snook placed second in Dual Digs. In 8th grade, Kyle Fisher, Chritian Main, Chris Rugg and Teketha Pifer placed first in Jeopardy. Teketha Pifer and Chris Rugg placed second in Dual Digs. In Quick Calcs, Pantera Rider was awarded second place for 6th grade, Ross Smith first place in 7th grade, Kyle Fisher first in 8th grade, and Meagan VanEngen first place in 9th grade. For the 9th grade team, Brittany Gardner and The 9th grade Math Days team: (From left) Ron Smith, Jacob Furlong, Emily Eldred, Kathleen Welch, Meagan VanEngen, Brittany Gardner, Lauren Pierce, and Tori Ewing. The Beautiful, Affordable GOLF COURSE I SATURDAY, JUNE 11TH 9 HOLES W/CART - $15.00 PER PERSON SUNDAY, JUNE 12TH 18 HOLES W/CART - $25.00 PER PERSON B g taafej, .■,«4ii ~..&9 bk a t!W||* ^Mli itt» !« w Ur. feb 1 fe, In Vm The 8th grade Math Days team: (From left) Cheyenne Fighter, Brianna Misiewicz, Teketha Pifer, Chris Rugg, Kyle Fisher, Christian Main, Kinsey Bartlett, and Tyra Curth. sisting of Cody Brumm, Leighla Line, Pantera Rider and Ian Winegar earned first place in the Jeopardy compe­ tition. In Dual Digs, Leighla Line and Pantera Rider earned second place. The 7th grade team made Meagan Van Engen placed second in Dual Digs. The complete Maple Valley team list for Math Days 2005 are as follows: 6th grade blue team, Leighla Line, Pantera Rider, Ian Winegar, Cody Brumm, and alternate Jessica Curtis; the 6th grade red team, Matthew Woodman, Coty Franklin, Anastasia Hakenjos, and Taylor Owens; 7th grade blue team, Ross Smith, Martin Shilton, Adam Zank, and Zac Eddy; 7th grade red is«iUI[i!ite *■ JlUiiaip 955 N. Main (M-66) Nashville, Ml 517-852-0760 06610292 LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE Lee O. Stuart, M.D. Brian W. Swanton, M.D. Erica Scofield, PAC J® UBpLtti *» DON’T FORGET MULBERRY MONDAYS AND TWO FOR TUESDAYS - CALL FOR DETAILS ltai>. Is I ■ ■i -sslalta'I iii -IIJI n In On iff tyi | fi to 4294 Laurel Drive Lake Odessa, MI 48849 616-374-7660 tff Is «k ...are pleased to welcome B * 58 WVs? i»*kS*y Laurie S. 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Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net_____ The 7th grade Math Days team: (From left) Adam Zank, Josh Hall, Brittany Snook, Amanda Erwin, Chelsea Khouri, Ross Smith, Zac Eddy, and Martin Shilton. team, Chelsea Khouri, Amanda Erwin, Brittany Snook, and Josh Hall; the 8th grade blue team, Kyle Fisher, Christian Main, Chris Rugg and Taketha Pifer; 8th grade red team, Tyra Curth, Kinsey Bartlett, Brianna Misiewcz, and Cheyenne Fighter; 9th grade blue team, Ron Smith, Lauren Pierce, Emily Eldred and Jacob Furlong; the 9th grade red team, Brittany Gardner, Meagan Van Engen, Tori Ewing, and Kathleen Welch. Dr. Braker specializes in Family Practice and takes care ofpatients ofall ages. In addition, she will be offering prenatal care in conjunction with Hastings Gynecology and Obstetrics. She enjoys Women’s health care and Pediatrics. Our new office hours starting July 5, 2005 will be Monday-Thursday 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. This is to make us more accessible to you before and after normal working hours. We are accepting new patients. We are also able to provide laboratory testing, X-ray, ultrasound, and bone density testing at our office. Physical therapy and counseling services are also available. 06610336 �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, June 7,2005 — Page 8 Three Lion vaulters, and more, medal at state She is the first high school by Brett Bremer girl in the state of Michigan Sports Editor The trio of Maple Valley to clear 12-0 in the pole vault pole vaulters didn’t steal die at a state meet She is just the third girl in show Saturday during the Division 3 State Finals at the state ever to clear 12-0. Comstock Park, but all three Sturgis’ Stephanie Teeple of them did earn state held the previous finals record at 11-10, she cleared medals. Maple Valley junior Matt that at the 2000 Division 3 Gordeneer placed fifth in the finals, and still holds the boys’ pole vault by clearing state record at 12-4. Grand 13-9. Seniors Lisa Hamilton Rapids’ Catholic Centra’ls and Tara Gordenski tied for Rachel Zukowski cleared 12­ seventh place on the girls’ 0 at the 1999 Grand Rapids side, with Whitney Potts of City Championships. Shaw scored all ten of her Standish-Sterling and Amy Hoekwater of McBain, by team’s points Saturday. Goodrich dominated the passing the bar at 9-6. Hamilton, Gordenski, girls’ meet, scoring 93 Potts, and Hoekwater were points. Albion was second still 21/2 feet away from a with 44 points. Maple Valley state championship, as finished with 7.5 points on Lakeview’s Katie Shaw set a the girls’ side. The Lions’ 400-meter new All-Division record. relay team of Alisha Felmlee, Jenny Ellison, Amy Abbott, and Dhani Tobias finished eighth in the 400meter relay with a time of 51.33 seconds. The senior Abbott, also finished with a fourth place medal in the 100-meter hurdles. She crossed the finish Division 3 MITCA Team State Champions, also won the MHSAA meet with 51 points. Detroit Country Day was second with 47.5, and Albion third with 45. Tuesday’s Barry County Track and Field Meet was more of a day of fun than anything else for many ofthe competitors. Some were finishing off their seasons looking to start summer vacation, while oth­ ers warmed-up or tried not to get worn-out for Saturday’s Michigan High School Athletic Association finals. Maple Valley showed it could hang with the “big” schools. In a field with four Class B schools, the Class C Lions won both the boys and girls titles. The Division 3 team state champions from Maple Valley edged out the Thomapple Kellogg girls 121.33 to 92.33, while the Lion boys topped Lakewood 117 to 97 at the top of the standings. One athlete stood alone with four first place finishes, Maple Valley junior sprinter Lamphere won the 100- and 200-meter dashes, while helping the Lions to victory in both the 400-meter and 800-meter relay races. Lamphere won the 100meter dash in 10.93 seconds, and was followed across the finish line by teammates Denver Hine in 11.43 and Jason Wood in 11.48. Hastings’ Joel Maiville was the first non-Lion in, with a See TRACK, next page Patterson Builders New Construction and Remodeling • 25 Years Experience • Fully Insured • FREE Estimates • Roofing • Pole Barns • Siding • Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms Phone 517-852-0700 Nashville 06610390 Lion varsity girls’ coach Gary Hamilton talks strategy with sophomore Amy “Marge” Joostberns after her first two throws of the discus at Saturday’s Division 3 State Finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Hastngs City Bank introduces... A savings account designed especially foryoung people! Benefits: Open an account for as little as .50 cents! Free Online Banking included! Unlimited deposits and withdrawals at any of our six branches. Interest paid quarterly. Quarterly statements. A free Saturday Savers Club savings book. A free Saturday Savers Club Bank! line in 15.36. Chesaning’s Meghan Strachota set a new Division 3 Finals Meet Record in the event with her time of 14.36. The Lions’ Adam Lamphere won two medals ofhis own on the boys’ side, placing seventh in both the 100- and 200-meter dashes. He finished the 100 in 11.35 and the 200 in 23.64. Frankenmuth, the EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm Lion junior Adam Lamphere streaks past the bleach­ ers at Comstock Park High School Saturday morning in a preliminary heat of the 200-meter dash. Lamphere fin­ ished seventh overall in both the 100 and 200 races. 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Lamphere, Hine, Wood, and Jason Beardslee won the boys’ 400-meter relay for Valley in 45.36 seconds, while Lamphere, Hine, Wood, and Dan Brooks took the 800-meter relay in 1:33.15. The Lions also won the 1600-meter relay as Beardslee, Jarrod Brooks, Ken Cams, and Dan Brooks teamed up to cross the finish line in 3:35.34. Both the Lion 800- and 400-meter relay ran in the Division 3 state finals on Saturday, where Delton’s qualifiers also ran. Lion senior Amy Abbott sprints towards the finish in her preliminary race for the 100-meter hurdles. Abbott finished fourth in the championship race with a time of 15.36 seconds. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Valley ball teams fall to Galesburg The Maple Valley varsity baseball and softball seasons came to an end on their home fields Saturday morning. Galesburg-Augusta’s Rams ended the season for both teams. In the Division 3 baseball district in Vermontville, the Lion boys fell to the Rams 7­ 5. In the softball district at Maple Valley High School, the Lion ladies fell 8-3. The Galesburg softball team then went on to earn the district title by topping Pennfield 8-1 in the championship game. Pennfield had topped Delton Kellogg in the other semifinal game 10-1. The Galesburg baseball team fell in the district championship game to Olivet, 114,v Wanted: Standing Timber call ft Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 Athlete of the week Matt ordeneer track and field The Lions’ Matt Gordeneer earned one of five medals for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team at Saturday’s Division 3 state finals hosted by Comstock Park. Gordeneer finished fifth in the pole vault by clearing 13-9. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Ill N. Main St. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency -800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE mBF/UUH BUREAU 06610081 MB. WSUMNCE FARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL State qualifiers were everywhere Tuesday. Like Lamphere, Maple Valley senior Abbott quali­ fied for four events at the state finals. She won three of those events on Tuesday edging out TK junior Jessica Flaska in both the 100 hur­ dles and 300 hurdles, and winning the 100-meter dash in 12.70 seconds. Flaska qualified for the state finals in Division 2 in the 100-meter hurdles. The Thomapple Kellogg, Lakewood, and Hastings state qualifiers were in action Saturday at Caledonia High School. In the girls’ meet Tuesday, state qualifying teams won three of the four relay races. Flaska, Kersta Gustafson, Chaney Robinson, and Ashley VanderMeer took the 800-meter relay in 2:49.7 for TK. Gustafson, VanderMeer, Robinson, and Rebecca Winchester are going to state in the 1600-meter relay and won the event Tuesday in 4:17.01 as Robinson sped away from all her competi­ tors on the anchor leg. Participants in those two relays won five individual events for TK. Flaska won the long jump (15-3.25), Robinson the 400 (1:01.18), Gustafson the 200 (27.10 seconds), and Winchester the 1600 (5:38.59) and 800 (2:30.40). Behind Maple Valley and TK in the girls’ standings, Delton Kellogg finished with 68 points, Lakewood 41.33 and Hastings 30. Delton won the two other relay races. Its state qualify­ ing team of Heather Millard, Kristen Wilfinger, Rachael Williams, and Marissa Ingle took the 3200-meter relay in 10:10.00, and the 400-meter relay team of Alex Alaniz, Jessica Ashley Elliott, Imerzel, and Wilfinger won in 52.92 seconds. State qualifiers from Maple Valley won three of the five field events as Kayleigh Browne took the shot put with a throw of 38­ 2, Amy Joostbems the discus with a mark of 111-10.5, and Hamilton who cleared 10’ in the pole Vault. Lakewood’s two champi­ ons were Kristin Chase who took the high jump by clear­ ing 5-4, and Dana Nichols, who raced past second-place Winchester in the 3200meter run with a time of 12:14.26. Hastings’ best finish was a second for Natalie Pennington in the 800-meter run, and the 1600-meter relay team of Pennington, Katie Lawrence, Amy Ingle, and Jamie VanBoven which finished in 4:19.79. Maple Valley and Lakewood ran away with the boys’ meet, winning every event but one. Delton Kellogg’s Nick Archer stopped the two-team sweep by winning the high jump at 6’. That win wasn’t quite enough for the Panthers to catch Hastings for third place. The Saxons finished with 51 points to the Panthers’ 48. Thornapple Kellogg was fifth with 40 points. Lakewood prevented the Lion boys’ from sweeping the relay races by winning the 3200-meter relay in 8:40.74 with the team of Mike Forman, Jesse Kuras with his throw of 47­ finishes from Neil Moore in Schrock, Jason Sterkenburg, 3.5 in the shot put. the 800, Maiville in the 400, and Casey Schrock. Hastings was helped to and Eric Gillespie in the high Maple Valley’s Mike Hall third place by second place jump. was the only boy other than Lamphere to win more than one individual event. Hall took the 1600-meter run in 4:40.89 and the 3200-meter run in 10:39.47. All three of Maple Valley’s other individual state qualifiers won their events. Hine took the long jump with a mark of 19­ 11.75, Matt Gordeneer won the pole vault by clearing 13, and Ken Cams took first in the 300-meter hurdles. Lakewood’s two state qualifiers both earned victo­ ries in their state events. Travis Willard snuck past Beardslee and TK’s Mike Rohby to win the 110-meter hurdles in 15.83 seconds. The Vikings’ Travis Wickham won the discus with a personal best throw of 147-10. Maple Valley junior Matt Gordeneer pulls himself up The Vikings other cham­ and eventually over the bar in an early attempt in the pions on the day were Casey pole vault during Saturday’s Division 3 State Finals at Schrock with a time of Comstock Park High School. Gordeneer finished fifth in 2:06.86 in the 800-meter run, the event by clearing 13-9. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Brad Stroner with a time of 51.53 in the 400, and Mike Jim’s 1 Oth annual IB fl Purj ^44/// Sat. June 1 1th 2005 y CAR SHOW * SWAP MEET * USED BUGCYS * PRIZES NEW LOCATION CORNER OF SHERMAN ST & CURTIS RD. 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Hanover St. (M-37) • Hastings, Ml 49058 Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8-6; Monday & Wednesday 8-7; Saturday 9-12 269-945-2425/800-235*2425 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 7,2005 — Page 10 Teen Challenge to be at Nashville Church Teen Challenge of Muskegon* will be at the Nashville Church of the Nazarene Sunday, June 5 at 11 a.m. Teen Challenge is a non­ profit, trans-denominational organization dedicated to helping youth and adults overcome life controlling problems, such as drug addiction and alcoholism. They endeavor to help peo­ ple become mentally sound, emotionally balanced, socially adjusted, physically well and spiritually alive. All this is through the love and salvation of Jesus Christ, said a spokesperson. Teen Challenge has walk­ in and evangelistic outreach centers in major metropoli­ tan areas throughout America and in many foreign countries. Here, troubled persons can come in for ini­ tial counseling and an inter­ view. Teen Challenge staff explains to the person that there are people who care and most of all, that god cares, the spokesperson said. Teen Challenge has 120 centers in the United States and Puerto Rico that are ready to help. There are 67 residential programs that provide a place or refuge and renewal for both male and female. It is the mission of Teen challenge to provide youth, adults and children an effec­ tive and comprehensive faith-based solution to drug and alcohol addiction as well as other life-controlling problems. Teen Challenge is committed to enabling and equipping those they serve to find freedom from addictive behavior. Teen Challenge reaches out to people from all backgrounds, with partic­ ular emphasis on the urban poor, women and ethnic minorities. Teen Challenge is the old­ est, largest and most success­ ful program of its kind in the world. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues CALENDAR OF EVENTS June7-30 June8 June9 June11 June12 June 13 June14 June 16 June 18 June20 Extension office will be closed during lunch, please call ahead. Rendezvous meeting, 7 p.m., at the Extension Office. Fair Entry Forms Due to Barry Expo Fair Office. County Shoot Competition, 8 a.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Barry Expo Center. This is an add on show. Horse Developmental meeting, 7 p.m. Poultry Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office (Rescheduled from June 6). Fair Board meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. 4-H Horse Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Small Animal Sale Mandatory meeting, 7:30 p.m. 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 Township officials have fared well with their pay To the editor, As I understand the budgeting process in townships throughout Michigan, the township supervisor has the legal responsibility to devel­ op the annual budget. Therefore, Jud Cooley, as supervisor of Castleton Township, is responsible for a group of citizens organiz­ ing and circulating a petition to roll back the 2.3% com­ pensation increase that was approved by the Castleton Township Board, not Loretta Pixley, as implied by our township supervisor since he controls or should control the budgeting process that deter­ mines the amount of each pay raise. From my perspective, the taxpayers should be pleased that Loretta Pixley had the courage to discuss the com­ pensation increases from the last several years with the public, which resulted in the aforementioned petition being circulated to obtain enough voter support so that all voters now will get an opportunity to vote on whether to reverse or approve the last compensa- |SAVEs250ON ATTACHMENTS John Deere NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE" tion increase adopted by Castleton Township Board April 6. If you read Cooley’s com­ ments from the last Castleton Township Board meeting that were published in the May 24 edition of the Maple Valley News, he indicated his compensation had only increased by 2.3%, not 9.0% for the 2005 budget cycle. It has never been implied by anybody that his raise for the 2005 budget year was 9.0%. However, using his finalized budget numbers for Castleton Township for 2005 budget cycle, his salary as supervisor increased by 9.0% ($6,490/$5,950) from 2002 until 2005 and his salary as asssessbr increased by 9.1% ($15,280/$ 14,000) over the same time frame. Thus, it would not be unrea­ sonable for the voters to rescind the 2.3% increase in his dual capacity as supervi­ sor and assessor since his net percentage increase over the last two years would still be 6.8% (9.1%-2.3%), which results in an average increase of 3.4% (6.8%/2) over the last two years. Simply put, he has done all right percentage wise for himself whether he gets the last increase in compensation or not. He also discussed pension costs for Castleton BARRY COUNTY You CAN awn your own home! Good/Bad or No Credit. Call Dale at WEST MICHIGAN FINANCE for a fast FREE and secure mortgage consultation. 1-877-805-1200 x6 I GET MORE THAN A MOWER. 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Other special rates and terms may be available, including installment financing and financing for commercial use. Available at participating dealers. Prices and savings in U.S. dollars. John Deere's green and yellow color scheme, scheme the leaping deer symbol, symbol and JOHN DEERE are trademarks of Deere & Company. Company o B71BUAN0713-Fl L3X70607HR-060705-00056031 Township. Cooley was quot­ hours than posted on the ed again In the May 24 edi­ door of the Castleton tion of the Maple Valley Township Hall. Also, we News as follows: "In fact were told to trust them since (sic) the pension cost has no documentation is main­ been the same for the last tained to justify their efforts three years." The aggregate for the voters. pension cost for his positions It was also indicated by as supervisor and assessor Cooley that compounding have changed every year was brought into the debate during the last three budget to confuse the public. Let’s cycles, from $1,995 in 2002, look at the impact com­ to $2,066 in 2003, to $2,128 pounding rate of 3.0 percent in 2004 and to $2,177 this impact: year. Under Option 1 the clerk’s Furthermore, his pension salary grew at a 3% com­ cost has grown by 9.1% pound rate from August ($2,177/$ 1,995) from the 2002 until 2005. She would end ofthe 2002 budget cycle end up earning $10,708.73 until the beginning of 2005 starting in 2005. Under budget cycle and the dollar Option 2 the clerk’s salary amount expended by grew at varying compound Castleton Township has got­ interest rates. She ends up ten larger each year since earning $15,350 in 2005. 2002. Assume you are the clerk of Citizens should take him Castleton Township in 2002 up on his offer to explain his and had total control of the finalized budget numbers for budgeting process. You must himself and other elected decide whether your com­ Castleton Township officials pensation increases (com­ that have received generous pound rate) at 3% per year or compensation increases at a higher varying growth since 2002. At a minimum, rate set forth in Option 2. he should provide a detailed Personally speaking, ignor­ explanation as to why the ing the taxpayer interest in current and historical the matter, I would select increases in compensation Option 2 since the salary is are justified and provide doc­ 43.3% ($15,350/$10,708.73) umentation to support their higher by selecting that decisions. When citizens approach than the salary pro­ asked questions about com­ duced by selecting Option 1 pensation increases during in 2005. the budget hearing, there Compounding, as a con­ were no specific verbal justi­ cept, is not confusing as long fications or written docu­ as you remember one simple mentation to support the concept. It is the best out­ budget decisions concerning come for the affected party compensation changes were that drives the decision mak­ given. Of course, the taxpay­ ing process. The people ers have the option of accept­ making the decision, ing the following insights whether executives or gov­ from the supervisor and clerk ernmental officials, always during the budget hearing, seem to vote what is best for when they claimed they are their self-interest rather than entitled to be paid the same what is best for the voters. as workers in the private sec­ Donald M. Wiggins, tor and they work more Nashville SAfm A livewithrt Equal Opportunity Lender Dale (269) 979-3526 Tim (269) 317-7048 * SALES * SERVICE * COVERS * HEATERS ...etc. 06610366 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 7,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS Awards presented at Maple Valley FFA Banquet CALL... The Maple Valley News FFA Reporter (269) 945-9554 For Sale $99 AMISH LOG BED w/ queen mattress. Complete, never used. Must sell! (517)719-8062 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR­ PET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 AMISH DROP LEAF KITCHEN TABLE with 3 chairs, in excellent condition, $500 obo. (269)948-0502 by Amber Hamilton The Maple Valley FFA chapter hosted the FFA annual banquet May 13, at Lawn & Garden Garage Sale Maple Valley High School. QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS, 2 FREE GARAGE SALE The FFA members and the Darrell Hamilton, (517)852- signs with your ad that runs 9691. in any of our papers. Get advisor put a lot ofhard work them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 and dedication into getting GARDENING:N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the banquet room ready. WATER Water Lillies, Lotus, Aquatic the front counter. Starting the night off, the plants, Goldfish & Koi, lin­ 3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: members and guests enjoyed ers, pumps, filters. 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McMillon; the Star in Agricultural Placement to Matt Norton; and the Star Senior award to Katie Eldred. Ruffner then presented all four-year FFA members with a pillow embroidered with Maple Valley Michigan and the FFA emblem. Receiving those award were Justin Starks, Heather Ruffner, Katie Eldred, Amanda Ketchum, Nicole Cantrell, Amanda Rumsey and Brandon Montgomery. During the awards presen­ tation, Matt Norton received an award for being the top seller for the third year in a row, selling more than $1,000 of fruit and nut items sold. Top point system award winners were Dhanielle Tobias, top Junior; and Chris Rumsey, top Sophomore. Greenhand and Chapter Pins also were presented dur­ ing the program. This year, there were 16 greenhand (first year) members and six chapter (second year) mem­ bers. The Star Greenhand award went to Emily Eldred. The chapter handed out 22 Scholarship pins to members NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE SPECIAL MEETING THURSDAY, JUNE 9, 2005, 7 P.M. To consider the following ordinance amendments: Chapter 41.2 and 41.4, Village Curfew Chapter 1, Village Water System, Section .18 Chapter 35, Section .15, Trash, Noxious Weeds and Yard Waste Chapter 36, Dilapidated and Dangerous Buildings, Section .8 Chapter 37, Solicitor's Permit Chapter 38, Noise Control A copy of the Ordinances and changes are available at the Village Office, 121 Eastside Dr., 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. 06610372 oWfoanm??? who have received a 3.0 or higher GPA for the entire school year. The chapter had three hon­ orary members inducted this year: Bonnie Cantrell, FFA Alumni member and parent; Scott Eckhart, Maple Valley assistant principal; and Gail Johnson, Maple Valley teacher. Throughout the program seniors gave their retiring addresses to urge other mem­ bers to become involved and to thank everyone who has helped them in their FFA career. Those giving address­ es were: Brandon Montgomery, Katie Eldred, Jessica Lawless, Matt Norton, Nicole Cantrell, Amanda Ketchum, Heather Ruffner, Amanda Rumsey and Jacob McMillon. The evening concluded with the installation of the 2005-06 FFA officers. The new officers are: Dhanielle Tobias, president, Lacey Ward, vice-president, Emily Eldred , secretary, Chris Rumsey, treasurer, Amber Hamilton, reporter, Cliff Ward, Sentinel, and Salena Woodman, historian. Vermontville Village Council 06571010 POOL CARE PRODUCTS Miscellaneous FREE INSTALLED DISH NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. LOSE THAT EXTRA FIVE POUNDS! TIGHTEN AND FIRM YOUR BODY! GAIN EXTRA ENERGY! YOUR OWN ONLINE PERSONAL TRAINER! www.fullbodycoaching.com Recreation SAUBEE LAKESIDE RE­ SORT: swimming beach open season 2005. Free Swimming Day (with ad) Monday June 13 & 20. Hours 10am-8pm. Picnic area with grills,, bait/ tackle / snack shop, boat rentals & boat launch. Boating hours, 7amdark. Trolling motors availa­ ble. Kayak & canoe rentals, rustic camping with electric, (517)652-5060. 11066 W. Saint Joe Hwy., Vermont­ ville, ML From M-50, take Saint Joe Hwy. 2 miles west to the lake. Owned & Oper­ ated by Kathy Loughan-Tirrell. 06610184 HOMETOWN g Propane Fill Station LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville * 517-852-0882 • www.hometownlumber.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 7, 2005 — Page 12 GRADUATION, continued from page 1 Besides Smith’s recogni­ tion of those graduates, he spoke of the way Maple Valley has played a large role in his life. “Everything I own, I’ve owed to the Maple Valley school district,” Smith joked. Smith retired this year after 34 years of teaching with Maple Valley. “I’m finding retirement very hard; how lucky I’ve been,” Smith said. At the end of his speech, Smith quoted President Bush’s recent graduation commencement address at Calvin College, “Let’s get on with it. ” Graduates gave Smith a standing ovation. With the speeches made by various students and fac­ ulty in the school district, Principal Todd Gonser then presented the Class of 2005 Keynote speaker and verified to the school Manuel Smith said, “Let’s board that each graduate had get on with it.” completed all the require­ ments. dents lived in a small town Maple Valley graduates and would fittingly “break- were handed pink gerbera away.” daisies in accordance with The Maple Valley band both their class color and was joined by senior band flower when they received members in a rendition of their diplomas. Class song “Yesterday,” by The Beatles. was “You Learn,” by Alanis Senior choir members Morissette and class motto took the stage and sang, was, “I’d rather be a could be “Pressing On,” by Relient K. ifI cannot be an are, because Their performance got many a could be is a maybe who is in the crowd tapping their reaching for a star,” by feet to the punk beats. Milton Berle. A touching moment Also taking place at the occurred during a recogni- ceremony was the issuing of tion made by keynote speak- the scholarships, presented er, Manuel Smith, who asked by Junia Jarvie and Dorothy graduates who would be Carpenter. A total of $31,000 going into the military serv­ was given to graduates in the ices to stand up. A resound­ 19th year of the Maple ing round of applause broke Valley Memorial out for the three who would Scholarship Foundation. be joining the forces. Receiving scholarships Hummell and Nathanael Smith played an original song, “Remember,” while singing and playing guitar. Then, Kailey Smith dedi­ cated “Breakaway,” by Kelly Clarkson to the families of the Class of 2005. The lyrics “grew up in a small town” at the beginning of the song were suitable for the theme ofthe day; Maple Valley stu- GM Announces For the first time in history, eveyone in America gets the GM employee discount. You pay what we pay. Not a cent more. Event ends July 5th. E were Amy Abbott, attending Grand Valley State University for athletic train­ ing; Jason Beardslee, attend­ ing Cental Michigan University for business; Elizabeth Clements, attend­ ing Kellogg Community College for nursing; Matthew Conklin, attending Lansing Community College for aviation; Robert Decker, attending LCC for automo­ tive technology; Kelsey Elliston, attending LCC; Andrew Gaber, attending thne University of Michigan for foreign studies; Lisa Hamilton, attending KCC for education; Erin Hummel, attending CMU or U of M for pharmacy; Dustin Jones, attending CMU for educa­ tion; Amanda Ketchum, attending Alma College for biochemistry; Jessica McMillen, attending LCC or Western Michigan University for speech pathol­ ogy; Amanda Mead, attend­ ing KCC for pre-med; Jasmine Miller, attending LCC for ultrasound; HaroldPaul Morgan, attending Univ. Adv. Tech, for soft­ Erin Hummel, Rochelle Currier and Nathanael Smith play guitars and sing an origware engineering; Tessa inal song, “Remember. Robles, attending U ofM for Recipient of the Burr sports management; Kyndra will be attending CMU for (On a more personal note, Hartenburg Award was I am grateful to the kind Root, attending Hope business. Recipient of the Valerie Matthew Norton, who will woman who helped me on College or GVSU for nurs­ ing; Heather Ruffner, attend­ Edmonds Linter Award was be attending Michigan State Sunday afternoon. Thanks to ing Baker College for nurs­ Rachel Croff, who will be University for agricultural the tremendous heat experi­ ing; Kailey Smith, attending attending LCC for massage technology. enced throughout the entire Recipient of the Delmar crowd, I blacked out. This Grand Rapids Community therapy. Recipient of the Hugh H. and Thelma Carr Award was woman helped me to a drink­ College for radiology; Andrea Szymanski, attend­ Hickok Award was Rochelle Tiffany Thomas, who will be ing fountain and stayed with ing GVSU for physical ther­ Currier, who will be attend- attending GVSU for physical me until I felt better. therapy. apy; and Shawna Tevelde, ing CMU for business. Although I didn’t catch her Recipient of the Alice Alumnus receiving schol- name, I’m indebted to her attending Cornerstone Keihl Award was Krista arship funds were Megan generous spirit and can thank University for missions. Recipient of the Frances Driksna, who will be attend- Garvey, Wendy R. Pifer, her the only way-a. new H. and Lloyd J. Eaton Award ing GVSU for nursing/pre- Rex-Arm Rasey and Darin reporter in my position can; . Thrun. was Benjamin Boss, who med. through printed press.) Recipient of the Wayne Fuller Award was Candace Ferrier, who will be attend­ ing Davenport University for business/accounting. Recipient of the Elizabeth Good Award was Tara Gordenski, who will be attending Liberty University for pre-dental. Recipient of the Tate Mix Award for Alternative Education was Leaha LaBine, who will be attend­ ing LCC to be a police offi­ cer. Recipient of the Hinman H. Sackett Award was Jessica Lawless, who will be Junia Jarvie and Dorothy Carpenter, co-founders of attending Bel-Rea for veteri­ the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation, issued; nary technician. $31,000 in scholarships. Eve**y6ne plus REBATES & LEASE SPECIALS Examples: Chevy Silvarado #9747 There’s never been a better Buick LeSabre LTD #9633 TIME Was: MSRP $35,060 Was: MSRP $23,785 ASK US N°w $28,09923 NOW *17,92653 ABOUT ROTO AFTER REBATE AFTER REBATE Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick OF HASTINGS BRUSH DUCT CLEANING AIRCONDITIONER. FROST HEATING & COOLING www.billseifchevbuick.com Quality Value & Service Free Estimates 1435 S. 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Riverside Park in down­ town Nashville once again will be filled with hundreds of vintage cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors as the Nashville Classic and Antique Car Club holds its Nashville and Area Merchants fifth annual Classic and Antique Car Show from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18. As in years past, the event is free to the public. The $7 entry fees for all cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors entered in the show and money collected from raffle sales and vender booth fees will be donated to Nashville’s “Wish Upon A Star” program, which pro­ vides Christmas presents for needy children in the area during the holidays. Last year the car club Nashville printed this year’s T-shirts and hats. T-shirts will be sold for $12 each, hats for $9 each or a hat and a T-shirt for $20. "The "The Nashville Nashville DPW workers help by mowing, spraying mosquitoes, mark­ ing lines and bringing in Porta Potties," said Ruth Hickey, one of the organizers. "Every year we have hot dog roast for all ofthe trophy sponsors and their families and all of our helpers." Hickey noted that the car show is the brainchild of Nashville resident Dan Kellogg. He started the idea of having a Nashville car chow five years ago. He put an ad in the local paper a for a meeting to be held for any­ one interested in planning a car show," she said. donated $1,000 to the pro­ gram. Registration begins at 8 a.m. on the 18th with dash plaques given to the first 250 vehicles registered. Judging will be done at 10 a.m. and more than 75 awards, tro­ phies and plaques, including Best of Show, will be award­ ed at 2 p.m. The National Street Rod Association also will be on site for inspections the day of the show. Besides the car show itself, there will be village­ wide garage and yard sales, food booths, and Tim Smith will sing the national anthem when the flag is raised at 9 a.m. on Saturday. There will also be a Nashville Firemen’s pancake break­ fast, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle, with drawings at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Door prizes are donated by area merchants. Spectators can buy tickets to win prizes for $1 each or six tickets for $5. While the show doesn’t start until Saturday morning, organizers and vendors will be setting up in the park on Friday evening so they will be prepared for the crowds the next morning. There will also be tents set up to keep spectators out of the heat. This year Good Time Pizza will be selling food at the car show, including fresh doughnuts in the morning. Smokey Jenkins will be selling barbecue sandwiches and Larry and Gail Hurt will have food concession trailer with hot dogs, hamburgers, com dogs, onion rings and more. Enduring Designs in Village of Nashville to grow its own trees by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville village council voted unanimously last week to allow the Department of Public Works to begin a program that would allow the village to grow its own trees to plant in village parks and along the right-of-way in the village rather than buying them from a nursery. At the suggestion of trustee Ron Bracy, who orig­ inally brought the idea before the council and DPW committee, the council approved setting aside a por■ tion of landing the between North Drive and the pump house in Lakeview Cemetery to serve as a nursery for the young trees. "We’re not going to get results immediately; it takes awhile to grow trees; but we want to get started," said Bracy. "We We considered planting the trees down by the sewer ponds but then we realized that they would probably be subject to van­ dalism from deer there, so the cemetery is a good loca­ tion for a nursery." Bracy said that he met with the cemetery board and they were in favor of the location since the cemetery would probably need trees as well as the village. Bracy said he would loan the DPW his rototiller to pre­ pare the beds for trees, not­ ing "This is something we’d like to get started fairly quickly." In other business Thursday evening, the coun- cil: • Amended the 2005 budg­ et to reflect changes in the budget since it was set in March, such as an increase in the village’s quarterly pay­ ment to the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Ambulance Department and the need to transfer funds to cover the cost of street and sidewalk repairs within the village. • Accepted a bid of $119,400 from Hoffman Brothers for the paving of Washington and Lentz streets and $26,216 for a slurry seal on roads east of Lentz Street. In related action, the board accepted a bid of $3.30 per square foot from Slagel Construction for sidewalk replacement and restoration. • Approved placing a vil- lage-wide total of $11,832.28 of special assess­ ments on the taxes of village residents with unpaid sewer, water and sidewalk repairs bills. • Approved payment of $2,000 for water tank inspec­ tion and maintenance. • Heard an update from Barry County Economic Alliance Executive Director Dixie Stadel-Manshum about the organization’s activities in the county dur­ ing the past year and its plans for the future. • Heard a presentation from Jim DeYoung, director of Thomapple Manor Nursing Home In Hastings, about the Aug. 2 millage request for funding facility expansion and renovations. She added that over the years Kellogg has made the dash plaques, trophies and paid for many of the expens­ es ofputting on the event out of his own pocket. This year Kellogg was called to duty by the National Guard and is cur­ rently serving in Iraq. To honor him, members of the car club have had a banner made and they are asking everyone who attends the See CARS, page 3 Project Fresh plans 2 days of fun events Eaton County Project Fresh, Eaton County MSU Extension and Eaton County WIC will be sponsoring two days of fun Tuesday, June 28, from 9 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m., or on Wednesday, June 29, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Barry/Eaton Health Department 1033 Health Care Drive, Charlotte. Participants will enjoy a variety of food and cooking demonstrations, free cook­ books and recipes, cooking class raffles and prize draw­ ings. Project Fresh is a pro­ gram that offers Eaton County WIC participants special coupons that can be redeemed for locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables. Coupon Packets are worth $20.00 (10-$2.00 coupons) and can be redeemed at par­ ticipating markets that sell locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables (market list avail­ able). To receive Project Fresh coupon booklets, plan on attending one of the upcom­ ing kick-off events “This is a great opportuni­ ty to receive your Project Fresh coupons and gather information and fun ideas on how to select, store and pre­ pare fresh fruits and vegeta­ bles,” a spokesperson said. There are a limited num­ ber of Eaton County Project Fresh coupons to distribute. For more information about Project Fresh, call the WIC office at 517/541-2630 or MSU Extension office 517/543-2310 or 372-5594. In This Issue Charlotte Optimist Club picks Acker as year’s best teacher Woodland teen named National Award winner Neigherborhood watch meeting set June 21 Nashville Class of 1955 celebrates 50th reunion �Just Say 'As Advertised rnjhe Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 14,2005 — Page 2 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Township officials do have taxpayer interests at heart favor of adoption. It is also true that a member of the township board, through her efforts, caused a group ofcit­ izens to file a petition to roll back any increase in pay. The issue will be on the bal­ lot in the Aug. 2 election. It will be up to the regis­ tered voters whether the board members receive the small pay increase in the budget It has my blessing because it is part of the dem­ ocratic process. This may be good way of finding how the residents and registered vot­ ers of the township perceive how members of the town­ ship board are handling their responsibilities. When I make up a budget I try to take into account any To the editor, I do not feel it is a good use of my time to get into a letter writing contest with watchdog Donald Wiggins, but the residents and taxpay­ ers of the township deserve to be informed of the true picture of what has taken place. True, it is the responsibili­ ty of the township supervisor to develop the annual budget and then present it to the township board for any rec­ ommended changes. This was done at a special meet­ ing held April 5. Recommended changes were made and subsequently approved at the regular meet­ ing held April 6 with all board members voting in changes in the job descrip­ tion of each township board member. Increases in com­ pensation are not normally calculated on a percentage basis. Sometime it may look that way. The treasurer received a $2.90 increase in the 2003-2004 budget because of the start of the summer tax collection pro­ gram. She received a 3% increase in 2004-2005 budg­ et and a 2.3% increase in the 2005-2006 budget The clerk received a large increase in the 2003-2004 budget because of an increase in her workload and her commit­ ment to be in the township office. She received a 3% increase in the 2004-2005 budget and a 6.4% increase in the 2005-2006 budget because of election consoli­ dation, which almost guaran­ tees there could be four elec­ tions each year. Myself, as supervisor/assessor, received a 3.5% increase in the 2003­ 2004 budget and a 3% increase in the 2004-2005 budget. In the 2005-2006 budget the increase was 2.27% Because of the additional summer tax collection from part ofMr. Wiggins’ occupation, he still does not under­ stand how the contributions to the township pension is calculated. As I have said before, the township pension is nothing more than the same as a deferred compen­ sation plan. It is a defined contribution plan with each individual having the right to contribute a designated amount along with the town­ ship contribution. Percentage is not a part of the plan. Contrary to Wiggins’ state­ ment in the June 7 Maple July 1 to the following March 1, whoever is in the office takes calls from indi­ viduals, mortgage companies and title companies for tax related information. Some days these calls come in continually. The only board members with office hours in the township hall are the clerk and the supervisor/assessor. This takes a lot oftheir time away from their designated responsibilities and adds to their workload. Even though pensions are Charlotte Optimist Club picks Acker as year’s best teacher group as well as being an advisor to three different classes. She has directed and produced 33 plays at Maple Valley. She has also been the commencement speaker at three graduations. In her spare time she has helped to negotiate three contracts for her fellow teachers. According to Dick LaVolette, Club President, "Norma Jean was chosen from a field of innumerable excellent teachers in our area". "We are proud to rec­ ognize her for hermany accomplishments." Celebrating 50 Years in the Community! I HASTINGS 4 Norma Jean Acker agency, we tailor the best insurance protection at competi­ tive prices. We represent only the finest insurance compa­ nies, like Auto-Owners, The “No Problem” People; Ask us about the many other advantages of doing business with an indepen­ dent insurance agency. ufuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 06610712 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 BETTY THELMA 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 a.m., 6:00 p.m.; Wed. 630 p.m. Jesus Club for boys & girts ages 4-12. Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God’s love. “Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. 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 Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship........... 11 a.m. ......... 6 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 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) Church Service..... Sunday School..... .......9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) 301 Fuller St., Nashville FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship jiutlk GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile north of Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road Sunday Mom. Worship - 930 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time -10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School -10:50 a.m. PASTOR KATHY SMITH . KALAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 930 a.m. Sunday School.............. 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship ........... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 945-SHOW Potterville for outstanding service as a teacher. Past winners include, Betty Wallace, Susan Milligan and Veronica Nash, all of Charlotte. Acker is a 26-year veteran of education at Maple Valley. She has degrees from both Oakland University and Marygrove College. In the past, she has taught at both the junior and senior high schools. She has taught geography, Michigan histo­ ry, English, speech and drama. Listing in "Who's Who in American Teachers" is only one of her accomplishments. She is best known for her work with the leadership Norma Jean Acker of Maple Valley High School was chosen as Teacher of the Year by the Charlotte Optimist Club. She was honored at a din­ ner where she was presented nerweresewaspresene a plaque as this years winner. Maple Valley High School Principal Gonser and Julie Swartz, curriculum/technology director and longtime friend, were guest speakers at the function. A "traveling plaque" was given to the school, which will be displayed for the upcoming school year. The award was started in 2002 and has been presented annu­ ally to a teacher from Charlotte, Maple Valley or LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES B Downtown Hastings on State St. community for 50 years. As an independent DEBBIE >14 I.W1 t’s not by accident that we’ve represented our KELLY Valley News, the contribu­ tion to the pension fund has been practically the same for the last three years. There was an increase from the 2002 to the 2003 fiscal year because ofthe larger increas­ es in conpensation to the clerk and treasurer. I honestly believe the majority of the township board has the best interests of the township in mind, not their own individual inter­ ests, as implied by Wiggins. Justin W. Cooley, Nashville . . NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice.............. 9:45 a. .m. Sunday School 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Churdi Phone: 852-2043 SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE SHOWTIMES 6/14 ■ OMR. AND MRS. SMITH (PG-13) M-79 West S.unday Schoo W.orship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. .PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. 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Worship .. .1030 a.m. Evening Worship ................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH StfalM | Uellsiltei Fret Brlwk Estill* a .Itt Cam Bstllls I Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Hti 1 Hi digital stereo ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE SS.00 DAILY MBtlnw til Bpm Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects & more. PASTOR GEORGE GAY 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service..................................7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. $5.50 Kids ell shows | QB.7B Seniors SB. 25 Students & Late Shows Frl & Sat 203 N State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main Street Children, Youth and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Time -12:00 p.m. Weekly Bible Studies Youth Puppet/Drama Ministry faaUi 'iafclsl �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 14,2005 — Page 3 CARS, continued from page 1 Saiibee Lake Resort offers variety of outdoor activities Horse-drawn wagon rides were a part of the Nashville car show last year. show to sign it before it is sent to Kellogg in Iraq. We have missed Dan greatly this year and had to take on many new tasks," said Hickey. Woodland teen named National Award winner * Jjll is »<!S &■■ J" l*» ^tliil1 l।» y If s^ The United States Achievement Academy (USAA) has announced that Dhanielle Tobias of Woodland, daughter of Pam and Tim Tobias, has been named a United States National Award Winner in agriculture, English, history and government, honor roll, leadership and service, math­ ematics and physical educa­ tion. Tobias is perhaps best known as this year’s Maple Syrup Queen. She also has excelled in academics,, ath­ letics and community service as a student at Maple Valley High School, and in the Barry County 4-H program. The academy recognizes fewer than 10% of all American high school stu­ dents as National Award winners. High school guid­ ance counselor Dawn Yager nominated Tobias, who recently completed herjunior year at Maple Valley High School, for the honor. Tobias will appear in the United States Achievement Academy Official Yearbook, which is published national­ ly"Recognizing and support­ ing our youth is more impor­ tant than ever before in America’s history. Certainly, United States Achievement winners should be congratu congratu-­ lated and appreciated for their dedication to excellence and achievement," said Dr. George Stevens, executive director of the United States Achievement Academy. The academy selects Dhanielle Tobias of Woodland has been named a United States National Award winner. USAA winners upon the exclusive recommendation of teachers, coaches, coun­ selors, and other qualified sponsors and upon the standards of selection set forth by the academy. The criteria for selection are a student’s academic performance, interest and aptitude, leadership qualities, responsibility, enthusiasm, motivation to learn and improve, citizen­ ship, attitude and cooperative spirit, dependability, and rec­ ommendation from a teacher or director. * &> at Maple Grove Bible Church Vacation Bible school at Maple Grove Bible Church will begin Monday, June 20, at 9:30 a.m. "Beloved Son" is the theme ofthe school this year, with Bible lessons about The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. % $ % |06605469 by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer She had been bringing her kids there for years, so when Kathy LoughanTirrell heard that Saubee Lake Resort in Vermontville was going to be sold in 2002, she knew she had to buy it. "I was afraid that if it was sold, I wouldn’t be able to come here any more, said LoughanTirrell. Though she initially thought of closing the resort and keeping the property for personal use, Loughan-Tirrell decided to keep the resort, which was founded in 1924, open. "When II took took over over on on "When June 1, 2002 we had over 400 people out here; it was crazy. But, I think this is a great place for fami­ lies and teens. Where else can you take your kids and spend the whole day for just $2 each?" she said. "I’d really like to get more teenagers out here; it’s a real good place for them to hang out. It keeps them off the streets and out of trouble," LoughanTirrell added. "Whenever I see kids hanging out in town I tell them to come on out and rent a kayak or a canoe." Besides a sandy swim­ ming beach, which is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily throughout the sum­ mer, the resort has a boat launch and offers canoe, boat, and kayak rentals from 7 a.m. until dark. It also has four rustic camp­ sites with electrical hookups. There is also a picnic area with grills and a bait/tackle and snack shop. Loughan-Tirrell said that the lake with five bays is well over 64 acres and is stocked with game fish. "There’s good crappy and gill fishing on the lake, and there’s also plenty of pike, perch and 1-517-852-9481 Joseph, beloved son of Jacob, who is a picture of God's beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. Children ages 4 through 12th grade are invited to the sessions 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 p.m. Friday evening, June 24. The church is located five miles south of Nashville on M-66 and a half mile east on Cloverdale Road. For transportation or fur­ ther information, call Ruth Potter at (517) 852-0861. large mouth bass," she said. People come from all over west Michigan to swim and fish at Saubee Lake, according to Loughan-Tirrell. "I have clientele coming in from DeWitt, Lansing and Grand Rapids," she said. "Almost every day I have someone stop in who said they came by because they used to come out here See RESORT, page 10 MAPLE VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTER OF HOPE FUND RAISER Saturday June 18th Downtown Nashville (DAY OF CAR SHOW) BREAKFAST 7-10AM Your choice of: Biscuits with Sausage Gravy Assorted Muffins, Coffee & Juice LUNCH 11AM-1PM Your choice of: Sloppy Joes, Nacho Chips & Cheese, Potato Chips, Popcorn, Cookies, Lemonade | HELP SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER Thank You! (JJragons, (fjreams and (JJaring (J)eeds Summer (Reading (Program QQckoJJ Vacation Bible school slated (Diana’s '-Pfoce xTx Saubee Lake Resort in Vermontville offers swimming, camping, boating and fishing. (Mini Medieval 3rair at the (Putnam <J)istrict (Jibrary 327 OX- (Main • (J^shville 517-852-9723 Saturday, (June 18, 2005 (Rave oJea and Qcones with an (English 'King and Queen See a (Wizard, (Knights, (Jadies and many more... �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday, June 14, 2005 — Page 4 Dorothy Ellen Carpenter Charles E. Brumm VERMONTVILLE Charles E. Brumm, age 61, Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2005 peacefully at Pennock Hospital, in Hastings. Mr. Brumm was bom in Kalkaska on July 31, 1943. He was the son of the late Clyde and Evy Rowley. When Charlie was just a baby he was adopted by Carter and Anna-Mae Brumm. Charles was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools, graduating from Maple Valley High School. He was the husband of Stawrula (Giakousiklidou) Brumm. In June 1965 while Charlie was serving his country in the United States Army he married Stawrula Giakousiklidou while he was stationed in Germany. When the couple returned to the United States they made their home in Vermontville where they raised their fami­ ly together Charles spent the majority of his working career as an over the road truck driver. He owned as operated his own truck for 20 years until he retired in 2003. Charles enjoyed bowling, playing minature golf and being on the road. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Stawrula; his daughter Katrina Brumm, sister Ingrid Simpson; and brothers, Vernon Brumm, David Rowley, and Sunny Rowley. He was proceeded in death by his sister Cora who passed in 2005. Funeral services with full military honors will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery at 2 pm on .Friday, June 17, with Pastor Sunny Rowley officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to .to the family of Charlie Brumm. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Geraldine Johnson-------------- CHARLOTTE - Dorothy Ellen Carpenter, age 72, of Charlotte, formerly of Vermontville, died Sunday, June 5, 2005. Mrs. Carpenter was bom August 29, 1932, in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of the late Carl Wood and the late Gladys (Norris) Wood. Dorothy retired from the housekeeping department of Eaton County Medical Care Facility in 1994. She enjoyed her grandchildren and family gatherings and cooking. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Carpenter of Greenville; Frances (David) Spencer of Vermontville; sons, Dale (Penny) Carpenter of Vermontville; Gary Carpenter and Debbie Thomason of Nashville; five her family’s needs. Geraldine was a member of the Nashville United Methodist Church, The Order of the Eastern Star, The Literary Club, and Wednesday Afternoon Bridge in Nashville. Geraldine and her husband Harry loved to travel togeth­ er; during their time togeth­ er they visited Spain and enjoyed wintering in the Bradenton Florida area. Geraldine loved reading sewing and staying active. Each day she would spend one hour watching the game show Jeopardy while riding her exercise bicycle; over the years she rode that bicycle over 300 miles. Geraldine is survived by her son, Jerry (Jan) Johnson; her cousins, Bill (Marylin) Olmstead, second cousins, Bill Jr. (Sandy) Olmstead, Brian Olmstead; sister- in­ law, Norrine Olmstead; two grandchildren, Scott (Faith) Johnson and Lisa (Eric) Virginia Fox— Give a memorial that can go on forever D Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice House. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com School-based health center at Maple Valley under study Cornwell; five great grand­ children, Brooke & The Michigan Department McKenzie Cornwell, Ryan, of Community Health has Laney, and Steven Johnson. awarded the Barry-Eaton She was preceded in death District Health Department a by her husband of 61 years Harry; sisters Bernice Dahm, $60,000 planning grant to and twin brother Gerald explore the. feasibility of a school-based health center at Olmstead Memorial services will be Maple Valley High School. We are pleased, that we held at The Nashville United Church, were one of 23 sites around Methodist Nashville, at 11am on the state that were selected to Wednesday, June 22, with take the next step in pursuing Pastor Dianne Bowden offi- a much needed school-based ciating. health center," said Jim The Family will receive Schnackenberg, health offi­ visitors Tuesday June 21 cer at the Barry-Eaton from 6-8pm for a memorial District Health Department. visitation at the Daniels There are more than 1,500 funeral Home, in Nashville. school-based and schoolMemorial contributions can be made to Nashville linked health centers in United Methodist Church/ Michigan and around the country that provide primary Cancer Society. Arrangements medical care, support for Funeral have been entrusted to the chronic illnesses and other Daniels Funeral Home, services to millions ofyouth. Nashville. The centers were designed to help provide health care for the country's uninsured and underinsured youth. "We have seen that the centers have become so VERMONTVILLE Thornapple Manor. Nashville. much more," Schnackenberg Virginia Fox passed away Arrangements are pending at Sunday, June 12, 2005 at Daniels Funeral Home in said. The types of services offered at the proposed cen­ ter at Maple Valley would sports physicals,, A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to include immunizations, treatment for allergies, asthma, diabetes help fund activities throughout the county in the and other chronic illnesses, name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral but will not offer family planning services or distribu­ director for more information on the BCF or call tion of contraceptives. Schnackenberg said in (269) 945-0526. rural areas such as Maple Valley, a school-based health center can help in many ways, including providing more access to care and in helping to bridge the trans­ portation gap that keeps ado­ lescents and teens from get­ ting primary and preventa­ tive care. Our Family Serving Yours** National data also shows Nashville's Only Family Owned, Independently that centers like the one Operated Funeral Home being planned have an added Fully Staffed Children’s Resource Room benefit to parents, in that Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free they do not have to take off Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 ofwork to take their children to the doctor, improving pro­ (517)852-9712 co„„ s ductivity, and decreasing lost 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville & Family wages. W"* 06605509_________________ Owner/Manager "We will be working with NASHVILLE - Mrs. Geraldine Johnson, age 93, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, June 8th, 2005 peacefully at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Mrs. Johnson was bom in Nashville on December 15, 1911. She was the daughter of the late Earl and Erma (Neil) Olmstead. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools. After graduating from high school she continued her education by attending cos­ metology school in the Detroit area. She was the widow of Hany Johnson. The couple was married July 7, 1933. In 1962, along with their son Jerry, the family opened Johnson Furniture Store on Main Street, Nashville. The family business was in oper­ ation for over 22 years until 1980. Geraldine was a loving mother and devoted spouse who tirelessly watched over grandchildren, Joseph Carpenter, Nathan (Christy) Carpenter, Matthew Spencer, Kyle Spencer, Katelynn Spencer, and great grand­ daughter Alainna Carpenter; special niece, Charlene (Al) Perkins; sisters, Betty (Bob) Dilday of Dewitt; Sharon (Russ) McManus of Eaton Rapids; and brothers, Oscar “Pete” Wood of Charlotte and Jerry (Shirley) Wood of Eaton Rapids; sister-in-law, Donna Wood of Stanton; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Oren Carpenter in 1995; and brother Lawrence Wood. Funeral services were held Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte ' with Pastor Richard L. Thorp officiating. parents, teachers, community leaders and of course our youth to ensure that the plans are reflective of the needs and values of our communi­ ty," said Maple Valley Superintendent Kim Kramer. "Over the summer, the Community Advisory Council (CAC), made up of parents, students and health officers and community leaders, will make recom­ mendations on the types of services, look and environ­ ment and outreach services that will be offered at the middle school and high school. He added that the youth in the school have taken a lead­ ership role in trying to make this happen at the school. Only 12 ofthe 23 planning sites will be invited by the state to begin to begin imple­ menting their site in the fall. If Maple Valley becomes one of the implementation sites, the center at the middle/high school must be fully operational and ready to serve youth enrolled in the school no later than October 2006. "We know that these cen­ ters also offer parents anoth­ er important way to be involved in their middle and high schoolers' lives," Kramer said. “The most suc­ cessful school-based health centers in the state and around the country are the ones that have strong student and parental involvement through their CACs.” If we are awarded an implementation grant, we plan on creating a nurturing environment for our youth to receive quality health care, and for our parents to help guide its growth and sustain­ ability," Schnackenberg said. "This is a wonderful part­ nership between health and education," he added. Kramer agreed, "We know that healthy kids learn more. They have less loss time from school, they come to school more ready to learn, It is a win-win." For more information, call Schnackenberg at 517-541­ 2607. Medieval Fair' starts Putnam reading program A wizard, knights, ladies and an English King and Queen will be at Putnam District Library in Nashville from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, for a miniMedieval Fair as the kickoff for the library’s summer reading program, "Dragon’s, Dreams, and Daring Deeds." The Blue Dragon Medieval Re-enacting Group, based in Kalamazoo, will be on hand to entrance the youngsters and their fam­ ilies who visit the library. "They have a battlement group, a minstrel, and a medieval apothecary, and they will all be in costume," said assistant librarian Sandy Hosey. "And they will also be able to have tea and scones with the king and queen." Putnam District Library is located at 327 W. Main St. in Nashville. For more informa­ tion, call (517) 852-9723. Nashville VFW 8260 TACO all-vov-can-eat FRIDAY, JUNE 17, 2005 5:30*7:00PM Adults ~ ‘6.00 • Children under 12 ~ ‘3.00 Ar Conditioned �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 14,2005 — Page 5 he moved to South Carolina to accept, did it to him a third time. By then, he was approach­ ing 60 and no one wanted to hire him. After about a year of traveling from coast to coast interviewing for every The next meeting of the "Shut-ins, the elderly, with this too. It’s just some­ possible position, he finally Nashville Neighborhood anyone who. lives alone and thing we want to make accepted a job offer close to Watch will start at 7 p.m. would like to have their available so we’re not just home for a mere fraction of Tuesday, June 21, at the neighbors stop in or keep an looking for trouble, we’re what he was used to earning Maple Valley Community eye on their place can con­ neighbors helping neigh­ for his skills. My dad went Center of Hope (MVCCOH) tact us. Also, we could keep bors." from suit to uniform to keep in downtown Nashville. an eye on someone’s place For more information food on the table. Barry County Sheriff Dar is they were going to be out about the neighborhood Through it all, he has Leaf will be on hand to dis­ of town for a while," she watch program in Nashville, never given up hope. He is still looking for a job that cuss a county-wide master said. "The Nashville police call (517) 852-2043. will restore him to the posi­ plan for the neighborhood have also offered to help tion and status he deserves. watch program and how What a blow to the psyche to Nashville’s new program be valued so much less than will fit in. Dianne Bowden, pastor of he had been and knows he should be now. I know he's Nashville United Methodist hurting inside. Rejection is Church and the executive hard for anyone once, let director of the MVCCOH is alone three times. But he one of the organizers of the draws from some strength Nashville Neighborhood somewhere deep down. Watch. Maybe it’s that his grand­ "We already have teams ma Widman loved and val-set up and areas marked out. ued him all those years ago Now I understand that Dar that reminds him life is wants to set up a computer worth living. I hope, too, its system where if there iis a because he knows his chil­ series of break-ins or some­ dren and grandchildren love thing like that he can get and adore him, however far that information into the away we are. hands of the team captains," I see him once a year but said Bowden, who added with the miracle of modem that she has ideas for technology, occasionally see expanding and enhancing BIBLE CHURCH him through the webcam in For transportation, call (517) 852-0861 the neighborhood watch weekend, online chats at Parents and friends are invited to (5 miles south of Nashville on M-66, program as well. home. We exchange e-mail closing program Friday evening, 7:00 1/2 mile east on Cloverdale Road) nearly every day and offer, love, support and encourage­ ment for our respective chal­ lenges. Everyone has a story to tell and survivor stories come from all manner of events. How we deal with GENTLE FAMILY DENTISTRY those events can make us or break us. My theory is, putting aside the small stuff and valuing the very life that gifts us with • Your Comfort Is Our #1 Concern one another is key. -Virtual Reality Movie Visors With Stereo Headphones My dad has been there for • Complete Dental Care Including me my whole life. He's never The Latest Cosmetic Treatments Such As judged me and has always -"Extreme Makeover" I Hour Bleaching -Tooth Colored Fillings encouraged me. I'm so proud • State-Of-The-Art Facility and thankful that the cistern • Highest Quality Treatment & The was never an option for him. Most Comfortable Anesthetic I feel dam lucky to have him You’ve Ever Experienced after all he's been through. • Same Day Emergency Care When he comes for his • Insurance Billed For You • New Patients Always Welcome week-long visit this July 4, • Financing Available I'm going to do what every­ • Evening Hours Offered one with a dad should do: hug him and tell him, “I love you and I'm glad your my TiQ South M-66 • Nashville, Ml 49073 dad.” Neighborhood watch meeting set June 21 My dad, the survivor Writer’s Note: This week's, "In My Own Write" column was written by guest columnist Shelly Sulser, my good friend and editor of the Marshall Chronicle. Shelly has been with J-Ad Graphics for more than 20 years. She began her career in jounalism in 1984 as a reporter for the Maple Valley News before moving on to launch the Lakewood News in 1987. T/ ‘Wnnkihn 'J*' * - ® 'SEtll ' *ie® J! ^IWi .'■K ’ lIlHU,!! a ki . ' i„jradht: in Itut'P B® sriiWta toilfetit " fa it taj'i ® ** Hfcptfta *1 Dmaltefc lifc Ite ftt ®? W Mart W foa^' i» lirt^ rt b k feik®1^ through the snow to use the outhouse — had committed suicide because she couldn't stand the pain of the cancer and the “dropsy,” he had to deal with the shock at the age of 5 of watching his grandfa­ ther Widman die at the age of 45. Today, you'd never know that Dad was a survivor of such early childhood trau­ mas. He went on to attend night school to finish his high school degree, got a “Paps, don't look in the good, steady job, attended cistern, call for help. I can't more classes to excel in his take it any more, goodbye.” profession in automotive Sure enough, those were quality assurance and even­ the lasts words of my great- tually earned his bachelor's grandmother, Susie Sulser, degree. who my dadjust now * in my Dad was on the top of his 40th year of living x tells me game in 1993. He'd climbed killed herself. the corporate ladder to plant My poor father had to hear manager at the polymer this news when he was only products manufacurer in cen­ 12 years old. His parents did­ tral Ohio. I remember visit­ n't shelter him from the news ing him at work and how of how his grandma died. delighted he was to show me They didn't shelter him much around the plant, introduce at all, from what I can gather. me to his employees and He doesn't talk much about show me his big, new office. his childhood but from the I photographed him along bits and pieces I've picked up the tour and captured those over the years, his growing happy grins. up years were pretty rough at He'd arrived. times. But soon after, it would all His mother was married cave in when the company young at 16 and gave birth to dropped a bombshell. They my dad two years later. were downsizing the compaProbably the only real ny and he was out of a job. love and nurturing he got That was the turning point in was from his other grandma, his life, another shocking Grandma Flossie Widman, loss from which he has never the only member of his recovered financially. immediate family he talks Soon after, he and my fondly about to this day. It mom parted ways and he broke his heart when she went off to find another job. diedjust after the birth ofmyIt seemed for a while he'd brother in 1963. landed on his feet at his for­ Not only did Dad at a mer company's former comyoung age have to hear that petititor in Marietta, Ohio his grandmother, after rais­ where he took a job for less­ ing five boys and living a life er pay than before. of poverty in rural Bucyrus, Three years later, the axe Ohio — pumping water with fell again. You guessed it, an outdoor hand pump, using downsizing. a wood stove to cook boiled As if to add insult to and cabbage trudginginjury, his nextjob for which w Dr. BRAD MASSE BuildingA Gorgeous Smile With A Gentle Touch For The Entire Family 517.852.9150 �Just Say'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News'Tuesday, June 14. 2005 — Page 6 Nashville Class of 1955 celebrates 50th reunion A half-century after graduation from Nashville High School, the Class of 1955 still earns high marks for attendance. Twenty-three of the 29 surviving members of the class were present for a reunion Saturday, June 4, in connection with the annual alumni banquet sponsored by the Maple Valley Alumni Association. The event at Maple Valley High School honored the 50­ year graduates of both Nashville and Vermontville schools as well as the 25-year gradu­ ates of Maple Valley's Class of 1980. Following the dinner catered by Roger the Chef, with music by the Nashville Fives and a cer­ emony conducted by local VFW honoring military veterans, Nashville's Class of ’55 gathered at the home of classmate Russell Furlong and his wife, Irene. Furlong has been active in the alumni asso­ ciation and a longtime president of the organiza­ tion. The NHS graduate trav­ eling the greatest distance to attend the reunion was Fred Hamilton, who came from his home in Anchorages Alaska. The Hamiltons also have a home in Tucson, Ariz. He is a retired test pilot for McDonnell-Douglas, where he was chief exper­ imental pilot at Long Beach, Calif., and then later Boeing. He is now president of his own com­ pany, Alaska Aviation Consultants; doing flying and consulting for the Federal Aviation Agency in that state. Fred's mother, Olith Hamilton, was a longtime home economics teacher at Nashville High School. Others who traveled a considerable distance to attend the reunion of the NHS Class of 1955 were Harry Fowler, a semi­ retired funeral director from Palm Springs, Calif., and Betty (Mason) Myers, a retired medical technol­ ogist from Lowman, Idaho. Other 1955 NHS grads presents all of Michigan, were Donald Augustine and his wife, Shirlie (Brumm) Augustine; Betty Bahst Dorene (Cutcher) Dean; James Dowsett, Joyce (Everett) Aspinall; Ronald Fowler; Russell Furlong; Jack Green; Larry Hawblitz; Evelyn (Herman) Benedict; JoAnne (Hickey) Orsbom; Robert Hosmer; Shirley (Hill) Starks; Mary (Shaw) Kersjes; Pat Shaw; Pauline (Kosbar)-,Orsbom; Judy (Warner) Howe; Ronald Coville and Susan (Murphy) Hinckley. BIG BIG BIG MUTLIPLE FAMILY GARAGE SALE June 17-19 • 8am to 6pm 6791 E. M-79 Hwy. Nashville Between Divine & Barryville Rd. s Late 1920*s Estar Baby Grand Piano, New Pampered ChefWare, Crafts, Christmas Decorations, Videos, Books, Kids & Adults Clothes & lots of misc. items The eight deceased members of the class were remembered with a spe­ cial display at the Furlong gathering. They are Raymond Graham, Robert Kalnbach, Clara Marie (Burdick) Spoelstra, Charles Liebhauser, Yvonne (Sauders) Appleman, Nancy (Pennock) Knowles, Carl Troutwine and Marleen Lathrop. Some members of the Nashville Class of 155 enjoy an evening of reminiscing fol­ lowing the recent alumni banquet. (From left, front row) Larry Hawblitz, Harry Fowler, Jack Green, Russell Furlong (middle row) Pauline (Kosbar) Orsbornp Shirlie (Brumm) Augustine, Judy (Warner) Hove, Joyce (Everett) Aspinalls, Dorene (Cutcher) Dean, Betty Bahs, JoAnne (Hickey) Orsborne, (back row) James Dowsetts, Ronald Coville, Evelyn (Herman) Benedict, Donald Augustine, Betty (Mason) Myers, Fred Hamilton, Shirley (Hill) Stark and Robert Hosmer. Local grad wins Optimists’ $1,000 Duris Scholarship Garvey-Swan Renee Britten of Britten Kentwood and Steve Garvey of Hastings are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Shawna Leanne Garvey, to Benjamin Michael Swan, son of Alise and Emmett Swan of Nashville. Shawna is from Hastings and is currently working as an office manager at a coun­ seling office in Middleville. She will be completing her degree in medical assisting in August. Benjamin is a 2003 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed with R&S Construction as a heavy equipment operator. An October 2005 wedding is planned with their close friends and immediate fami­ ly- POSITION OPENING MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Insiructional/Personal Care Aide - Jr/Sr High School 6.5 - 7 hours per day, Monday through Friday - High school graduate - Must pass the instructional aide skill 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: Assisting with students' health and persona] needs, lifting, toileting, taking directions from classroom teacher; assisting in the supervision, instruction and discipline of students in all school-related settings. Hours: Qualifications: Application should be made to the Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by Friday, June 24, 2005. The Charlotte Optimist Club has recognized Cha Miso of Vermontville with a $1,000 Duris Scholarship. Miso, the daughter of Song Gil Cha and Gi Rin Know, graduated from Maple Valley High School this year. She is an exchange student from South Korea and has been living with her "host par­ ents," Robert and Alyce Hosmer for the past year and a half. She plans to attend Lansing Community College, where she plans to study business manage­ ment starting next fall. Money for the Duris Scholarship is raised each year at the Hub Hanley Wild Game Dinner. One hundred percent of the For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 Cha Miso game dinner ticket sales is set aside for these scholar­ ships. For more than 25 years the Optimist Club members have fed count­ less Mid-Michigan wild game enthusiast to pro­ vide scholarships to stu­ dents from Charlotte, Maple Valley and Potterville. As one of the year’s recipients, Miso was cho­ sen based upon her appli­ cation and chosen field of study. According to Club President Dick LaVolette, "We raise this money to help the children of the community and we hope this helps this deserving young lady continue on with her education." �The e Maple ape Valley a ey News, ews, Nashville, as v e, Tuesday, uesay, June une 14,2005 , — Page age 7 Nashville girl %!<% !< S.SJS S is of state contest’s Top 10 essay writers one Success came early in life Lansing Lugnuts minor cape or have an "S" on his for 14-year-old Erica Myers, league baseball game at chest: I don’t even think he an 8th grade student at Oldsmobile Park, where they knows he is my hero. He Maple Valley Junior High were honored on the field in works hard everyday, rain or School in Vermontville. pre-game ceremonies. shine, warm or cold. He As one of the top 10 win­ The top 10 finalists and pounds nails and hangs walls ners in the statewide their teachers received fur­ all day. "America & Me" Essay ther VIP treatment when My hero coaches sports Contest, Myers, the daughter they were transported, via a and spends time with kids, of Theadore and Denise Hummer stretch limousine, everyone’s kids not just his Myers ofNashville, received to an awards banquet on the own. He gives up overtime at an engraved plaque, a sav­ Michigan Princess work to make sure he is ings bond and check during Riverboat. Aboard the boat, there. He coaches kids in an awards ceremony in Michigan Secretary of State football, baseball and soft­ Lansing last month. Terri Lynn Land presented ball. He tries to teach them Eighth graders from an award of honor to each everything they need to around the state participated student, while Jim Robinson, know. He coaches them to be in the 36th annual contest, executive vice president and humble winners and good sponsored by Farm Bureau CEO for Farm Bureau losers. Erica Myers was named Insurance. Insurance, presented winners My hero sits down at the one of the top 10 winners Myers’ essay, based on with savings bonds and cash' table to help cut felt for a the topic, "My American awards ranging from $500 to. class project. He helps with in the statewide "America Hero," earned ninth place in $1,000. bookwork too. Although he & Me" essay contest. the state out of nearly 5,000 The final ranking of the won’t admit it, he even likes tries to cheer us up. He essays submitted from more top ten winners was deter­ to color. than 500 Michigan schools. mined by a panel of VIP My hero keeps his yard always asks me about my The top 10 winners and judges comprised of CEO looking like a golf course. day. I think he even listens their parents and teachers Jim Robinson and two teach­ He likes his yard nice and when my stories go forever were treated like visiting dig­ ers from the Lansing area. clean. That way, we have and ever and ever. There are nitaries during the awards Open to any eighth grade lots of room to run and play. three of us and he asks each day in Lansing on May 17. student in Michigan, the He taught me how to pitch one of us about our day. Halloween he cuts the tops First, at the State Capitol, "America & Me" essay and throw a softball. Taught the winners met with Contest was developed in me how to shoot a free throw off our pumpkins and helps Michigan Department of 1968 to encourage Michigan for basketball. He even clean the guts out. He helps Agriculture Deputy Director youth to explore their roles taught me to throw a football us carve the eyes, nose and mouth out. Sometimes they Keith Creagh, who awarded in America’s future. As even though I don’t play. even have hair. On the winners with congratula­ sponsor of the contest, Farm My hero baits my hook for tory letters from Gov. Bureau Insurance has earned me when we fish. Takes the Thanksgiving he always Jennifer Granholm. After 11 national awards from the fish off if I happen to catch hunts. He comes home just their meeting with Creagh, Freedoms Foundation at one. He is the best fish line in time to help with Thanksgiving dinner. It’s his the winners were welcomed Valley Forge. detangler I have ever seen. job to carve the turkey. At to Lansing by Mayor Tony The following is Myers’ My hero worries when we Benavides. prize winning essay: are sick. Laughs when we Christmas time he puts the lights on the tree. He always The top 10 winners were My American Hero laugh. He is sad when we are also featured guests at a My hero doesn’t wear a sad, but most of the time he helps to put the angel on the top. He wraps presents the best out of our whole family. He always makes sure that the Santa Claus presents are wrapped in different paper than the rest so my little brother doesn’t find out just yet that Santa isn’t real. My hero makes the best hamburgers ever. He eats dinner with us every night. He helps clean up the mess when we are done. Even though my parents aren’t together they are trying real- ly hard to make our family be one again. In case you haven’t guessed by now... my hero loves my family and me. My hero makes time for us all. My hero does everything like a hero should. My hero is my dad. He has no "S" on his chest but he has lots of love in his heart, and that makes him my hero. National Dairy Month Industry Facte Annual U.S. milk produc­ dry matter each day. That tion during 2004 was 170.8 same cow will also drink billion pounds, a 0.2 percent anywhere from 30 to 50 gal­ increase from 2003. lons of water each day In 2004, more than about a bathtub’s worth! 300,000 Michigan cows pro­ Cows have an acute sense duced 5.7 billion pounds of of smell and can smell some­ milk, making Michigan thing up to six miles away. eighth in the nation for milk There are approximately production. 340 to 350 “squirts” in a gal­ Production per cow in the lon of milk. United States averaged The dairy checkoff began 18,957 pounds of milk for in 1983, with the collection 2004. Since 1995, a cow’s of funds beginning in 1984. average rate of production Since then, per capita dairy consumption has increased has increased by 16 percent. A typical dairy cow from 533 pounds to 592 weighs 1,400 pound and con­ pounds. sumes about 50 pounds of LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE Lee O. Stuart, M.D. Brian W. Swanton, M.D. Erica Scofield, PAC J*-ad 4294 Laurel Drive Lake Odessa, MI 48849 616-374-7660 Graphies ...arepleased to welcome Call 945- Joining Us Wednesday, July 6,2005 9554 for ggdy. Accorf® 10iiiiTfeijis^®? P » OK _1_, J f«c«l# «« «*< . rtbba^ Dr. Braker specializes in Maple Valley News Ads itjej basii?6^ 6th graders participate in Math Days Representatives from Maplewood were (front row, from left) Matthew Woodman, Cody Brumm, Pantera Rider; (second row) Taylor Owen, Cody Franklin, Anastasia Hakenjos and Leighla Line. Missing from photo is Ian Winegar. QOODfJIME Laurie S. Braker, M.D. -ad G raph i cs Family Practice and takes care ofpatients ofall ages. In addition, she will be offering prenatal care in conjunction with Hastings Gynecology and Obstetrics. She enjoys Women’s health care and Pediatrics. Our new office hours starting July 5,2005 will be MondayThursday 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. This is to make us more accessible to you before and after normal working hours. We are accepting new patients. We are also able to provide laboratory testing, X-ray, ultrasound, and bone density testing at our office. Physical therapy and coun­ seling services are also available. 06610662 THE TRAFFIC SCENE Conveniently located within 2 miles of three counties- (517) 852-1985 501 N. Main, Nashville, MI Barry, Eaton & Ionia. We’re at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50. ‘D'llWl cdjUtttiM, {to Ufa/dufa, 14 2 tHMtfa, St Ml Segment I Class Segment II Class Dining • Carry Out • Delivery Hudsonville Ice Cream July 11 -28,2005 June 28-30,2005 All-You-Can-Eat August 1 -18,2005 August 23-25,2005 Breakfast Buffet To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday June 14, 2005 — Page 8 ‘Mouse that Roared’ selected for TAC summer youth theater by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Members of the Young Artists Group of the Thomapple Arts Council have selected “The Mouse That Roared" for this year’s summer youth theater pro­ duction. The group sent the names of four plays to be consid­ ered by director Christopher Weaver. Weaver considered the numer of young actors and actresses needed and selected the “Mouse that Roared" as the selection. This play uses humor and whimsey to make a serious point. The Summer Youth Theatre program, designed for students who have com­ plete fifth through 12th grades, begins Monday, June 20, and lasts through July 30. This is the tenth year for the summer theater program. Students will learn charac­ ter development, movement, expression, improvisation, office at 945-1388. The fee voice projection, makeup, set this year for the six-week design, and the business of program is $250 per student theater all during the six There are openings in weeks of the program. some of the art camp classes Participants will learn a full­ as well. Art camp registra­ length play and conclude tion enrollment is on a firstwith a performance July 27, come, first-served basis. 28, 29 and 30. To register, please mail a Tryouts are scheduled for check to the Thomapple Arts Thursday, June 16, and Council, 117 W. State St, Friday, June 17, from 11:30 Hastings, MI 49058, stop in a.m. to 1 p.m. Anyone who person or call 269/945-2002 cannot attend the tryouts to pay by credit card. must call the Arts Council Registration is not valid unless accompanied by pay­ ment Information is avail­ able at www.thomappleartscouncil .org. All classes will be held at the Arts Hatchery Buildings in Fish Hatchery Park in Hastings. Art classes cost $50 each unless otherwise noted. The Arts Council reserves the right to cancel the class or reschedule the class. Each class needs a minimum of four students for the class to be held. Teachers are respon­ sible for providing students with a supply list at the first class. The Summer Youth Theatre program is $250 for six weeks of instruction. A minimum of 15 students is required to run the program. Payment plans and partial scholarships may be avail­ able. Please call Lizanne Fehsenfeld at 945-2002 for more information. Michigan History recognizes Michigan’s transportation achievements This spring, Michigan History celebrates the cen­ tennial anniversary of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) with not one, but TWO spe­ cial magazine issues. The May/June 2005 issue of Michigan History takes a colorful look at the trans­ portation past the Great Lakes State. The special issue features stories n how MDOT’s first director wres­ tled with the state’s early dirt roads; how prisoners repaired Michigan roadways in the 1920s; and how ice­ breakers keep boats moving through the Great Lakes dur­ ing the winter. This expand­ ed issue also contains fasci­ nating transportation-related memories submitted by read­ ers. The Spring 2005 issue of Michigan History for Kids also focuses on a century of transportation. Feature arti­ cles include stories about how a boyhood dream of fly­ ing led to the invention ofthe world’s first all-metal air­ plane and how MDOT builds a modem highway. With vivid illustrations, activities and a crossword, this special issue makes Michigan’s transportation past colorful and fun for young readers. For more information or to order copies of Michigan History and Michigan Historyfor Kids, call (800) 366-3703 or visit www.michiganhistorymagazinc.com For information on MDOT’s centennial celebra­ tion and a listing of activities scheduled this year, includ­ ing a kids’ page, visit www.michigan.gov/mdot 100 Michigan History is pub­ lished by the Department of History, Arts and Libraries. Athlete of the week Tara Gorden ski & Lisa Hamilton Varsity Track & Field Maple Valley graduates Usa Hamilton and Tara Gordenskl shared four seasons worth of varsity track and field together, and It all came to an end June 4. The two tied for the seventh place medal In the pole vault at the Division 2 State Finals by clearing 9-6. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton M.37, Middieviiie, mi Nashville, Ml 1.800-443-5253 517-852-2005 Agency MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 06610469 ARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Michigan, the department also includes the Mackinac Island State Park Commission, the Library of Michigan, the Michigan Film Office and the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. The Michigan Department Learn about the dairy industry at Dairy Expo Dairy farmers, 4-H mem­ bers and others interested in learning about the dairy industry can come to the Michigan Dairy Expo, July 18-22. The Dairy Expo takes place at the Michigan State University (MSU) Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education and consists of numerous dairyrelated activities and compe­ titions for Michigan 4-H members. About 250 4-H members attend Dairy Expo to participate in activities such as the dairy manage­ ment contest, dairy quiz bowl, cattle judging and the dairy youth show. Anyone interested in the dairy industry is invited to attend. Visitors can watch and participate in 4-H events and learn about the dairy industry and its future pro­ ducers. Visitors can also visit Ag Expo, which will take place July 19-21 at MSU, just across the road from the pavilion. Shuttle buses will run between the two events to encourage visitors to attend both. Joe Domecq, dairy Extension specialist, hopes people come to support the young people who have put NOWOPEN under new management—Nyle Wells MuTBerry Restaurant OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 3:30-9:30p.m. Featuring greatfood and great views MRLY BIRD SPECUL every dayfnm 3:30-5p Featuring homemade desserts of Transportation is a multi­ model, full-service agency with seven regional offices and 26 transportation service centers throughout the state. MDOT’s mission is to pro­ vide the highest quality inte­ grated transportation servic­ es for economic benefit and improved quality of life. r 955 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville 517-852-0106 5.95 06610716 so much hard work and long hours into preparing for the expo. On July 20, parents and children can attend The Great Dairy Adventure, where they’ll learn about dairy products, see cows, try their hand at milking one and “get a milk mustache,” Domecq says. On July 21 and 22, the Martin and Brenda Roman event will close with Michigan dairy breed associ­ ation open shows. Registered Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Martin and Brenda all six regions ofthe country. Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey The Benin Women’s and red and white Holstein Roman, veteran missionaries to Benin, Africa, will speak Training Center was opened animals will compete to be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 6, to train orphaned teen girls, named supreme champion. at the Nashville Assembly of widows and other women to We’d like this to become God Church. The last four support themselves. the showcase for the and a half years, the Romans The Romans have pastored Michigan dairy industry,,”” have participated in planting in Illinois and Michigan and Domecq said. 68 new churches in Benin. completed four terms of For more information on They have also worked with service in Benin. the Michigan Dairy Expo, pastors and church leaders in visit www.webl.msue.msu. edu/anscikids/dairy.html or BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS contact Joe Domecq at 517­ 353-7855 or e-mail him at domecqjo@msu.edu. For AUTO SERVICE, INC. more information on Ag Expo, call 1-800-366-7055 or visit www.agexpo.msu. edu. Romans to visit Nashville church JEFF DOBBIN’S 269-945-0191 Nashville woman || Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available earns IW degree Kayla Cassie Kelly of Nashville was among the 1,158 people who received degrees during graduation ceremonies April 30 at Indiana Wesleyan University. She earned her bachelor of science degree in psycholo­ gyIndiana Wesleyan University, Marion, Ind., is an evangelical Christian comprehensive university that was founded in 1920 and is committed to liberal arts and professional education. IWU is affiliated with The Wesleyan Church. 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 06605544 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 14,2005 — Page 9 State encourages consumer awareness during travel season As Michigan residents pre­ • Check to make sure the pare for the start of the price per gallon remains the tourism season, state offi­ same throughout the pump­ cials reminded consumers to ing process. protect themselves at the • Make sure the meter pump and practice energy stops running when you stop efficient driving. In a collab­ the pump. orative effort, the Michigan • Check the price computa­ Department Departments of tion on your receipt to make Agriculture (MDA) and sure it is correct. Transportation (MDOT), • Consult your owner’s along . with the Michigan manual to identify the rec­ Public Service Commission ommended octane level of (MPSC), recommend your vehicle. Michigan motorists follow While you are on the road, these simple recommenda­ you can increase your miles tions when traveling: per gallon by following these While you are at the pump: tips for energy efficiency • Compare the price on the driving: pump with the roadside • Stay within posted speed advertisement to ensure they limits. Gas mileage decreas­ are the same. es rapidly at speeds above 60 • Make sure all the dials on miles per hour. the pump reset to zero. • Travel during off-peak Sunfield recycling now accepts computers, parts The Sunfield Township /Boy Scouts Recycling Center now can take computers and accessories. Please see the attendant at the site. Here is a list of computers and parts taken free ofcharge: PC computers / laptop I server; Apple computers (not all-in-one-units); 14”, 15”, 17” monitors; printers; ink/toner cartridges; scanners; computer accessories, includ­ ing speakers, wires, key­ boards and mice. There will be a charge for times to avoid rush hour. • Do not drive aggressive­ ly• Avoid unnecessary trips and idling for more than one minute. • Combine errands. • Use overdrive gears and cruise control when appro­ priate. • Remove excess weight from the trunk and avoid packing items on top of your car. • Keep your engine tuned. • Keep your tires properly inflated and aligned. • Check and replace air fil­ ters regularly. • Change your oil accord­ ing to manufacturer specifi­ cations. Consumers looking for convenient, timely informa­ tion on gasoline prices as well as how to conserve fuel and save money at the pump can also visit www.michigan/gov/gas prices. If you suspect that you have received poor quality gaso­ line or an incorrect measure­ ment, you can contact the MDA at 1-800-MDA-FUEL. 19” and 21” monitors ($5); terminals and monochrome monitors ($5); all-in-one Macintosh / Apple ($5); photo copiers (45 cents per Commission banuCounlu lb.); fax machines (25 cents on Aging per lb.); cell phones ($1 Schedule apiece) and UPS with battery of Events ($5). For miscellaneous electron­ Commission of Aging ics, there can be a call for a Cold Meal quote. For industrial-sized Wednesday, June 15 scanners, printers, etc. over Roast beef w/cheese, gar100 lbs., a quote also can be banzo bean salad, peaches, called for. whole wheat bread. Thursday, June 16 Ham salad spread, broccoli raisin salad, applesauce, wheat bread. Friday, June 17 June 13-30 Extension Office will be closed during lunch, Turkey pasta salad, please call ahead. please call ahead. Poultry Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., coleslaw, mandarin oranges. June 14 Monday, June 20 Extension Office (Rescheduled from June 6). California Reuberi" spread, June 15 4-H Advisory Council meeting, 7 p.m., pea and cheese salad, fruited Extension Office. jello, rye bread. June 16 Fair Board meeting, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Tuesday, June 21 June 16 Teen Club meeting, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Meatloaf sandwich, pickled June 18 4-H Horse Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. beets, pineapple, whole wheat June 18 Horse stall set-up, Expo Center. June 20 Small Animal Sale Mandatory meeting, 7:30 bread. p.m. Hearty Meals Site and June 23 Rendezvous meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. HDM Noon Meal June 25 Goat Clinic, 10 a.m., at the Tietz family pond, Wednesday, June 15 call Gary for more information 269-795-3591. Zitta w/Italian sausage, June 30 Goat Showmanship workshop, 7 p.m., at the Curtis’, call Leigh Ann for more information broccoli, winter squash, cake. Thursday, June 16 517-852-0772. Sliced turkey w/gravy, July 4 County offices closed - Celebrate Independence mashed potatoes, diced beets, Day. peaches, dinner roll. Friday, June 17 Tuna noodle casserole, California blend, waxed beans, plums. with classes in Medical Massage Therapy Monday, June 20 Chicken and dumplings, * e-Leaming Programs offered carrots, Brussels sprouts, fresh apple. * Convenient funding options available Tuesday, June 21 * Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan Scalloped potatoes w/ham, & Indiana cities spinach, cobbler, dinner roll. Events Click or call for more information Toll Free: 888-285-9989 Wednesday, June 15 www.BlueHeronAcademy.com — Grand Rapids: 285-9999 Hastings, Music with Charlie; card games 12:30­ 2:30. p.m.; nails. Delton, Reminiscence. Thursday, June 16 Hastings, Father’s Day Party; Caregiver’s Support 6 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, June 17- Hastings, Bingo; Oil Painting 9:30 a.m. Nashville, Happy Days Lunch; Nashville 5 11:30 • 25 Years Experience a.m.; Woodland, Visiting. Monday, June 20 • Fully Insured Hastings, crafts; Music with • FREE Estimates______ Sam; beading 5 p.m.; card making 12:30-2:30 p.m. • Roofing • Pole Barns • Siding Delton, • Bingo. H,W,N, • Additions Reminiscence. • Kitchens • Bathrooms Tuesday, June 21 Hastings - Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30­ Nashville 06610390 11:30 a.m. Local EMS gives away a quilt Jeffery Granger and Heather Adams and their daughter, Malaina Marie Granger, who was born May 15, pose for a photo with the quilt which Malaina received from the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Ambulance Service. Sarah Harton and Alicia Alieva, members of the EMS decided that in recognition of EMS Week they would create an EMS themed quilt, which they would present to the first baby born at Pennock Hospital during EMS Week, along with a basket of miscellananeous good­ ies, a First Aid kit and a pillow. xplore a/^|((/direction Patterson Builders SAND & GRAVEL Callfor CALENDAR OF EVENTS Classifieds BANK RUN & PROCESSED LANDSCAPE ROCK LIGHT EXCAVATING 945-9554 or AGGREGATE TRUCKING 1-800-870-7085 RICHARD J. EWING (517) 726-0088 (517) 726-0020 VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN ll/l fl WI !■ Real Esta te Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service P ir i t 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 • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI................................. Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR........................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor....................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 NASHVILLE BRICK HOME -TURN OF THE CENTURY" 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set up as a *2 unit". Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (N-l 11) "FAMILY HOME- IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK NORTH OF M-79 - WEST OF CHARLOTTE ON 2 ACRES 2 story, 4 bedroom farm house. Some natural woodwork, new windows, garage, barn & other buildings. Call Homer. (CH-107) 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 'extra' lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. . (N-101) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, New Construction and Remodeling Phone 517-852-0700 Iif rflit| i|B rt YI ON 2 ACRES 1 HILE OFF M-79 'IN COUNTRY” Two bedroom, ranch home, newer well, septic & furnace, home needs some repair & com­ pletions. Nice yard & circle stone drive. Call Homer. (CH-108) NASHVILLE HOME NEAR 5 bedroc 2 car ga£ K air. surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country'. Great view, close to public hunting & fish­ ing. Lots of birds & wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Modular home. Call Homer. (VL-89) Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water 8t sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-105) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. ;tra lot. YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple (XN-268) woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. (VL-109 Sr 110). § §| �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 14,2005 — Page 10 RESORT,, continued from page 3 with their grandparents when they were kids. This place has a lot of history." Indeed Loughan-Tirrell has an old sepia photo­ graph of the resort, which was take in 1928, approxi­ mately four years after the resort was opened. It shows a gentleman stand­ ing near a boat and wood­ en dock and boat launch on the edge of the lake. "I also found some jour­ nals in the library about a man’s encounter with Indians out here at the lake," she added. "I started reading them one day, but I haven’t been able to get back out there to finish reading them. It was real interesting. "This business has been here a long time, when I first opened it I offered Saubee Lake Resort in Vermontville, as it looked in 1928. everything they used to offer, but I had to close part of it a couple of years ago due to health prob­ lems I had after a car acci­ dent, but this year I want people to know that the whole thing is open gain, said Loughan-Tirrell. "With the exception of a few canoe liveries, this is the only boat livery in Eaton County." Loughan-Tirrell said that she offers discounts on boat rentals Monday through Thursday. The resort is located at 11066 W. St. Joe Highway in Vermontville. For more information, call (517) 652-5060. Glassbrook Endowment offer grants for ag, natural resources education The Glassbrook Endowment has added a pro­ gram for technology grants, providing even more ways to spread agricultural and natu­ ral resources education to Michigan students in grades K-12. New this year, $5,000 is earmarked for grant requests that focus on technology, such as computer software or hardware. “With technology becom­ ing a necessity in the class­ room, we felt it was impor- Good Neighbor. GREAT RATES SAVINGS ACCOUNTS MONEY MARKET ACCOUNTS $0-$24,999 $25,000-$49,999 $> J5U0.,U0V0V0--$99,999 $100,000 + $0-$99 $100-$9,999 $10,000-$24,999 $25,000-$49,999 $50,000-$99,999 $100,000 + 1.50% 1.75% 2.75% 3.00% APY’ APY* APY* APY’ Please talk to your State Farm agent today for more information. 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PD41007 STATE FARM BANK • HOME OFFICE: BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS « statefarm.com® 05/05. tant to meet this demand by providing an additional source of funding for technology projects,” said Kate Power, executive director of the Michigan FFA Foundation, which adminis­ ters the endowment. As in the past, grants rang­ ing from $500 to $5,000 are available for all types of for­ mal and non-formal educa­ tional programs. Recipients do not have to be affiliated with agriculture or natural resources to apply. Last year’s grant cycle helped fund projects that ranged from intercity ele­ mentary students growing their own ingredients for pizza to an FFA chapter rais­ ing pastured poultry and Farm Bureau members adding egg incubators to the Miracle of Life exhibit at the Upper Peninsula State Fair. “The 2004 Glassbrook grant recipients ran the gamut in terms of providing opportunities for students to learn about agriculture and natural resources - often for the first time,” said Powers. “The Michigan FFA Foundation and Glassbrook Grant Committee look for- POOL CARE PRODUCTS 1 H DM ETGWN! * ** " * " J■ f** 111 station LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • 517-852-0882 • www.hometownlumber.com ward to many quality pro­ posals being submitted in the 2005 grant cycle.” Proposals are scored based on criteria such as compati­ bility with Glassbrook Endowment goals, innova­ tiveness and creativity, short- and long-term impact, and promise of program sus­ tainability. Special consider­ ation is given to proposals that include provisions for matching funds, either actual or in-kind. Technology grant requests require matching funds. Grant applications are due July 8 to the Michigan FFA Foundation. Award recipi­ ents will be announced in August. Since grants were first offered in 2000, more than $200,000 has been awarded for agricultural and natural resources education. Pauline Glassbrook, a former state employee for the Michigan FFA office and a longtime FFA supporter, established the endowment more than five years ago with the help of a $500,000 matching donation from the Michigan Department of Agriculture. For a grant application or more information on the endowment, visit the Michigan FFA Foundation Web site at www.michiganffa.org/ foundation or contact Powers at (800) 292-2680, ext. 6569. AAA Strollerthon to help put kids in the right safety seats After a successful debut last summer - during which $54,000 was raised to buy 1,030 child passenger safety seats for free distribution to low-income families throughout the Midwest AAA Michigan will sponsor its second annual AAA Strollerthon, hoping to increase the number of seats donated. The AAA Strollerthon event will take place July 9 at the Detroit Zoo led by AAA Michigan President arid COO Linda M. Woolwine. The AAA Strollerthon will be conducted simultaneously by the six AAA Clubs that comprise the Auto Club Group (ACG) - AAA Chicago, AAA Michigan, AAA Minnesota-Iowa, AAA Nebraska, AAA North Dakota and AAA Wisconsin. AAA employees, members and the public will seek donations and walk or push baby strollers along a marked route around the zoo while viewing wildlife. AAA Michigan is partner­ ing with Michigan SAFE KIDS, Sodexho, Coca-Cola, Dasani, Hertz, WWJNewsradio 950 and FOX TV 2. Money raised will be used to purchase and distribute child safety seats to lowincome families who might otherwise not be able to afford the proper equipment. The AAA Strollerthon will also help build awareness of the important differences between child safety seats and booster seats, and the appropriate use of those seats. Child passenger safety is AAA’s major traffic safety initiative for 2005. “The first AAA Strollerthon showed us that there is great support for this cause,” said Woolwine. “We hope to build on that support to provide more safety and security to those who need it most. The Strollerthon and the funds we raise will ensure that the children in our communities, regardless of family income, are seated, safe and secure in age- and size-appropriate restraint systems.” According to Woolwine, most young passengers between the ages of four and eight need boosters seats to prevent serious injury or death in the event of a crash. Unfortunately, only about 15 percent' of this age group actually uses them. Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20,20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 gssar-. _ .. . _ 06605333 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 14, 2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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Kayak & canoe black, cedar, rentals, rustic camping with natural. STORAGE UNITS AVAIL-King, $150. (517)719-8062 STONE- 1" to 2" landscape ABLE: 10x10, 10x15, 10x20. electric, (517)652-5060. 11066 stone, red lava rock, white (616)374-1200 Space. W. Saint Joe Hwy., Vermont­ Miscellaneous marble,, Merrimack stone, ville, MI. From M-50, take FREE INSTALLED DISH Saint Joe Hwy. 2 miles west Real Estate Western sunrise, Emberlite. NETWORK SYSTEMS: Call SOIL- top soil, black dirt. HOME FOR SALE: 3br, loto the lake. Owned & OperDelivery available. Call cal area. Nice yard, $300 M-66 Tire, (616)374-1200. ated by Kathy Loughan-TirHamilton Black rell. Dirt down, $625 per month. Call LOSE THAT EXTRA FIVE (517)852-1864. (517)627-9457. HOUSE FOR SALE: village POUNDS! TIGHTEN AND FOR SALE: late 1920's Estar o asve 2 bedrooms, erooms 1 FIRM YOUR BODY! GAIN of Nashville, baby grand piano with bath, laundry room, remod- EXTRA ENERGY! YOUR ben ch, very good condition, eled one year ago, $79,000. 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For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 safe al s® a ®-ni ®W® ISM | Ml Kus." tilth fatfijioW dlMs Kt WJ fiSffi ®Tt tataAil aapfot ji Ki,! taffit a al pn ms iff • n»!' ^ninaiiiii^ fail HstiuiW*1-' j d (BMtrtiltff fai i#K>ta sis NOTICE TO THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE 3 MILES NORTH OF NASHVILLE AT 210 M-66: June 16th, 17th & 18th. Anti­ que dishes, ornaments, pictures, buffet, sewing machine, pie safe, clothes small2X, medium clothes closets, desk, stand, bedding, exer­ cise machine, treadmill, game table, camper & many more items. FRI. & SAT., June 17th & 18th, 8am-? Roll-top desk, chairs,, household items, trailer, canning jars, cots, kheater, movies, lots of misc. 7260 W. Kinsel Hwy., Ver­ montville. Rain or shine. 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 8S&SWE! 08571010 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Surveys and information for development of Village Master Plan are available in Village office at 203 N. Main. These surveys are to be filled out and returned by no later than July 15, 2005. These surveys are for the pur­ pose of community input toward the future development of our area. There will be a Master Plan Visioning Session August 2, 2005, at 7:00 at the Village Office at 203 N. Main. Community involvement in this meeting is a necessity. 06610549 Nashville Planning Commission SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm \Ne stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 726-0088 (517) 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa ! Village of Vermontville Notice of Special Hearing Zoning Board of Appeals The Village of Vermontville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a Public Hearing to hear a Dimensional Variance request for property located at 143 E. Forest St. Property code No. 051 -028-201 -250-00. The request is to allow build­ ing of a garage Structure within the 50' front set back line. The hearing will be held at the Village Office at 121 East Side Drive, Vermontville, Mich., on Monday, June 20, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. Written comments will be accepted at the Village Office until 3:00 p.m. on the 17th of June. Nikki Lennox Village of Vermontville Zoning Administrator LEGAL NOTICE The Castleton Township Board met on June 1,2005 at the town­ ship hall. The meeting was called to order at 7 pm by Supervisor Justin Cooley. Board members present were: David DeMond. Loretta Pixley, Justin Coo ley, and Loma Wilson. Board members absent were: Jerry Reese. There were five people from the public in attendance as well. Everyone stood and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Loma Wilson made a motion to approve the agenda as print­ ed, supported by David DeMond. Roll call: DeMond-yes, Wilsonyes, Cooley-yes, Pixley, Reeseabsent. Motion carried. Public comment was opened at 703 pm. 1. Heard concerns on the trea­ surer’s report. 2. Heard concerns on the expense of attending the Michigan Townships Association annual convention and what was the benefit in attending. Public comment was closed at 7:09 pm. The minutes from the May meeting were approved as print­ ed. There was some discussion on the treasurer's report. She was asked if the townships tax account could become part of the monthly report. D. DeMond made a motion to accept the treasurer's report sub­ ject to audit, supported by J. Cooley. Roll call: Wilson-yes, Cooley-yes, Pixleyyes, DeMond-yes, Reeseabsent. Motion carried. D. DeMond a motion to approve paying the bills in the amount of 9129.11, supported by L. Wilson. Roll call: Cooley-yes, Pixley-yes, DeMond-yes, Wilsonyes, Reese-absent. Motion car­ ried. Jim DeYoung was present from Thornapple Manor and gave a presentation on the upcoming millage request for improvements to the facility. They have dropped the senior housing project. He also stated that usually public facilities are higher in cost versus private facilities due to the fact that staffing is greater in a public facil­ ity. Transfer Board Committee report: Board met on May 31, 2005 at Castleton Township Hall at 7pm; minutes were approved; treasur­ er’s report is still in question; approve paying the bills in the amount of 4539.51; heard Brian Scott’s report; signs will be post­ ed for no loitering and no removal of items; tires are becoming a problem; meeting adjourned. The ambulance board will meet on June 6, 2005 and the fire board will meet on June 7, 2005. The following resolution was offered by Loma Wilson and sup­ ported by David DeMond: WHEREAS, by five resolutions adopted on April 6, 2005, the Township Board established the annual salaries of various Township officers, and WHEREAS, a petition seeking a vote by the electorate on the salaries established by resolution was filed with the Township Clerk and accepted by the Township Board, and WHEREAS, the Township Board wishes to certify ballot propositions for the officers' salaries to be voted on at an election scheduled for Tuesday, August 2, 2005. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Township Board hereby adopts Ballot Propositions No. 1-5 for the August 2, 2005 election to read as follows: CASTLETON TOWNSHIP PROPOSITION NO. 1 QUESTION AS TO THE SALARY OF THE TOWNSHIP TREASURER Shall a township Board resolu­ tion providing an annual salary of 12,645.00 to the office of Township Treasurer (in place of all per diem charges for services) be approved? Yes No CASTLETON TOWNSHIP PROPOSITION NO. 2 QUESTION AS TO THE SALARY OF THE TOWNSHIP ASSESSOR Shall a Township Board resolu­ tion providing an annual salary of 15,280.00 to the office of the Township Assessor (in place of all per diem charges for services) be approved? YES NO CASTLETON TOWNSHIP PROPOSITION NO. 3 QUESTION AS TO THE SALARY OF THE TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR Shall a Township Board resolu­ tion providing an annual salary of 6490.00 to the office of the Township Supervisor (in place of all per diem charges for services) be approved? YES NO CASTLETON TOWNSHIP PROPOSITION NO. 4 QUESTION AS TO THE SALARY OF THE TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES Shall a Township Board resolu­ tion providing an annual salary of 3450.00 to the office of Township Trustee (in place of all per diem charges for services) be approved? YES NO CASTLETON TOWNSHIP PROPOSITION NO. 5 QUESTION AS TO THE SALARY OF THE TOWNSHIP CLERK Shall a Township Board resolu­ tion providing an annual salary of 15,351.66 to the office of the Township Clerk to be revisited in six months (in place of all per diem charges for services) be approved? YES NO BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Township Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify the ballot propositions to the County Clerk in accordance with the Michigan Election Law, to publish all notices for such elec­ tion as are required by law, and to take all other action required by law in connection with such election. Certification I hereby certify that the forego­ ing is a true and complete copy of a resolution adopted by the Township Board of the Township of Castleton, Barry County, Michigan, at a meeting held on June 1, 2005, the original of which is on file in my office and available to the public. Public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and In compliance with the Open Meetings Act, Act No 267 of the Michigan Public Acts of 1976. Dated: June 1,2005 Loma L. Wilson, Township Clerk Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Board Comments: 1. David DeMond expressed his views on zoning in Castleton Township; questioned the expense of the MTA Convention; questioned as to why the ceme­ tery program was not finished. 2. Loretta Pixley talked about the MTA Convention and the workshops she attended. 3. Loma Wilson talked about the expense of the May election. 4. Justin Cooley: no comment. D. DeMond made a motion for adjournment, supported by L. Wilson. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Absent: 1. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:03 pm. Respectfully submitted, Loma L. Wilson PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE BOARD MINUTES CON­ TINUE TO BE PUBLISHED IN THEIR ENTIRETY PLEASE CALL THE TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT: 517-852-9479. reaiowa �Jurt Say 'At Advertised tn the Maple Valley News* Tuesday. June 14,2005 — Page 12 Travelers reminded to leave firewood at home during Michigan’s traditional travel season Fines possible for moving, firewood With the summer travel season upon us in Michigan, the Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) Director Dan Wyant is reminding travelers to leave firewfxxl at home during their travels this weekend and throughout the year. Emerald Ash Boer (EAB) is an invasive insect native io Asia, discovered in Michigan in 2002. EAB attacks ash trees in its larval stage, feeding undetected under the bark, which dis­ rupts water and nutrient flow, eventually killing the tree. An estimated 15 million ash trees are already dead or dying in Michigan due to EAB Infestations. Twenty Michigan counties and 19 isolated infestations have been quarantined, mak­ ing it illegal to move hard­ wood firewood or other reg­ ulated articles out of the quarantine into the balance of the Lower Peninsula. In addition, firewood and other regulated articles may not be moved out of the Consumers Energy offers tips for kite flying safety Warming temperatures, blue skies and spring breezes are beckoning kite flyers out­ doors. Consumers Energy offers some advice to help make outdoor activities safe as well as enjoyable. “We urge everyone to fol­ low a few important safety rules when flying kites," said Timothy J. Pietryga. senior public information director for the utility. “When it comes to outdoor fun, look up to identify hazards and obstacles, stay away from overhead electric lines, and stay safe." Kites should never be flown near electric power lines. If a kite gets tangled on an overhead wire, don't try to get it let it go. Adults should caution children to never climb a utility pole, a tree located near a power line or an antenna tower to retrieve a kite. Buying a new kite is the safest course of action. Consumers Energy offers some basic rules to help kite flyers have fun and avoid trouble: • Keep away from all over­ head wires, especially elec­ tric lines. • When buying or making a kite, make sure it is con­ structed of wood, plastic or paper. Never use anything metallic such as aluminum remainder of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, des­ ignated by the quarantine as a “regulated area.” This means No Hardwood Firewood Can Be Moved Into the Upper Peninsula or into surrounding states. Travelers are reminded that if they move regulated fire­ wood, it could be confiscat­ ed, and fines could be issued to prevent the spread of EAB. Michigan quarantined counties include; Branch, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Genesee, Gratiot. Hillsdale, Ingham, Jackson, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, foil or Mylar polyester film; then conduct electricity. • Use dry kite string when flying your kite and never use wire. • Fly your kite in open ares in dry weather. Avoid streets and highways and keep away from television and radio Over 1,300 vehicles are antennas. Consumers Energy, the expected to be exhibited in principal subsidiary of CMS the 24th Annual Father’s Energy Corporation (NYSE: Day Car Show at Historic CMS), provides natural gas Charlton Park in Hastings, and electricity to more than on Sunday, June 19. All cars six million of the state’s must be 1980 or older and nearly 10 million residents in must be driven in under their all 68 Lower Peninsula coun­ own power. No trailered vehicles are allowed. Show ties. hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will include music, delicious festival food, and a swap meet with over 200 vendors. Plus Shipshewana will be in the swap meet area. The awards ceremony begins at 3 p.m. and participants must be Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Saginaw, St Clair, Shiawassee, Washtenaw, and Wayne. To further strengthen efforts to prevent firewood movement into the U.P., a livestock and plant check­ point will officially open this week at the Mackinac Bridge. This checkpoint will help the state protect the U.P. from various livestock dis­ eases and invasive exotic insects, including bovine tuberculosis (TB) and EAB. “If you think you may have inadvertently violated the quarantine, bum the fire­ wood immediately,” added Wyant. “You can also help protect our ash resource by calling the state’s EAB hot­ line at (866) 325-0023 to report any suspected EAB quarantine violation or signs of EAB infestation.” For more information on the Emerald Ash Boer, visit MDA’s Web site at www michigan.eov/eab or visit WWW cmcraldashborer.infp. You can also call the depart­ ment's Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division at (517) 373-1087 or contact your regional MDA or MSU Extension Office. Father’s Day Car Show at Charlton Park Largest Single Day Car Show in Michigan There’s never been a better present to win. This event is sponsored by the Southern Michigan Street Rod Association featuring door prizes, cash prizes, dash plaques for the first 1,200 cars and 42 other awards. Show Car Registration is $15. General Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 5 to 12 and age 4 and under are free. Swap meet and Arts and Crafts spaces are $35 per space. Show cars must access Charlton Park from M-79 only. Finally, nothing may be sold from or near your show vehicle. All sales must be located in the swap meet/arts and crafts area. Charlton Park is a 300acre Barry County Park offering a 17-building, early rural Michigan village, a museum and gift shop, and a swim beach, boat launch, grills, picnic tables, and shel­ ters on beautiful Thomapple Lake. The park is located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. For more information or direc­ tions, call 945-3775. Swim and Save with SOUTHERN MICHIGAN POOL PROS Swimming in days, not weeks New in 2005: • Sun Shelves • Continuous Steps • Water Features • Solar Covers • Winter Covers • Lights & Heaters 10754382 FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Free Estimates Lake Odessa ( 616) 374-7595 X 06610288 Z OPEN 7 DATS A WEEK 6AM - SPM Strength you can rely on Nashville (517) 852-9565 Dale (269) 979-3526 • Tim (269) 317-7048 Clay’s Dinner Bell Nashville’s Family Restaurant 113 N. 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Buy One, Get One JTJNJlLJCjJ With this coupon co,upon r06610768 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-06-21.pdf dd84d4bcfdfa65db0b7d079eea3eff31 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121SCHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 8-1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 25 June 21, 2005 Nashville Habitat House will be dedicated Friday The entire community is invited to attend the dedica­ tion of the Habitat for Humanity home, which has been built at 715 E. Washington St. in Nashville, at 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 24. The home, which will soon be completed for the Curtis-Van Meter family, is among the 232 homes dedi­ cated across the state as part of the Jimmy Carter Work Project in Michigan. Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and executive direc­ tor of Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), will participate in the dedication ceremony. Members of the Barry County Habitat for Humanity Board have said they are to be a part of the Jimmy Carter Work Project. Each year former President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn travel some place in the world for Habitat for Humanity to con­ centrate on an area that needs affordable housing. Louise Hurless, executive director for Barry County Habitat for Humanity, said that one of the reasons that there is a shortage of afford­ able housing in Barry County is that local wages have not increased at the same rate as housing prices. According to a press release from Habitat, approximately 500,000 Michigan households earn less than 50% of their coun­ ty’s median income, which makes finding decent afford­ able housing hard to find. Of these households nearly 75%, or nearly 375,000 fam­ ilies, use more than half thenincome for housing, leaving little money for food, cloth­ ing, healthcare and other necessities. This is the first time the Jimmy Carter Work Project has been a state-wide event. In years past other work projects have included a cou­ ple of cities but never and entire state. However, the Carters will be focusing thenattention on the key hosts cities of Detroit and Benton Harbor, so they will not be coming to Barry County. The Barry County chapter of Habitat for Humanity stretched itself by deciding to build two homes in one year, one in Hastings and the one in Nashville. Part of the cost of the Nashville home is being donated by the United Methodist churches in the Lansing district, which includes Nashville. In Nashville, the Jimmy Carter Work Project is all about providing a home for Morris and Christina Curtis Some of the people who have helped build the Habitat for Humanity home in Nashville, as part of the Jimmy Carter Work Project, include Dave Lubahn, Richard Cobb, Gary Russell, project coordinator; Holly Carpenter, Jerry Reese, Louise Hurless, Barry County Habitat executive director; Don Wiggins and Jeff Seavolt, Maple Valley High School building trades teacher. (Photo by Elaine Gilbert) and their four children. The Curtis/Van Meter family currently lives in a Delton apartment in a drafty house with high utility bills. They will be moving to Nashville, where their chil­ dren will have a large yard to play in and where they will be in walking distance of the elementary school. Christina, 26, will also be closer to her job as a nurse’s aide at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Morris, 28, is a Members of Vermontville GFWC tour Kellogg Manor Members of the General house, an authentic Dutch Federation Women's Club- windmill, a lakeside pagoda See HABITAT, page 4 Vermontville recently left and several beautiful gar­ the village, heading west for dens. their traditional year wrap-up The W. K. Kellogg Manor event, known in years gone takes the visitor back in time by as “Skip Day.” to the gracious days of sum­ Twenty-one members fol­ mer on the lakes. It’s got to work. I’ve been The entire estate was around this stuff too long ... lowed behind organizer Lois I know that if everyone puts Siple and Joyce Rathbum for given to Michigan State an evening of unknown University in 1951 and now in 100%, it will work.” is part of the Kellogg Later, under new business, enjoyment. The first stop was Hickory Biological Station. Superintendent Kim Club member JoeAnn Kramerproposed the com­ Corners to tour the WK. mittee be comprised of 11 or Kellogg Manor House. This Nehmer explained that in 12 members: including one was the “cereal king's” sum­ years past this event was or two appointed chairper­ mer cottage. The Manor was called "Skip Day" and usual­ sons who have experience built in Tudor Revival archi­ ly was done during the day­ with Maple Valley athletics, tecture style, standing 110 time. However to accommiotwo school board members, feet above Gull Lake on a date members who work out­ side the home, it has been two administrators, two 32-acre estate. Also on the grounds were changed to the evening. coaches, two parents of high school athletes, and two a carriage house, with chauf­ Club member don't hold community members who feur's residence, a green regular meetings during the have had experience with house with a potting shed, a See GFWC, page 6 Maple Valley High School caretaker's cottage, a boat athletics and himself. The board members, administra­ tors and coaches who will sit on the committee will be appointed at the regular July or August meeting of the • Nashville hosts 5th annual car show board. After the appoint­ • ASSETS team wraps up year ments are made, the board will make an appeal to mem­ • Maplewood children have seatbelt bers of the community to relay submit their names to fill the • Mini Medieval Fair is a big hit remaining seats on the com­ mittee. Saturday for Nashville The committee would pro­ • Area girls’ teams dominate Bellevue vide the board with a written School board forms athletic committee by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education voted 5-0 last week to form an athletic study committee to look at a variety of issues dealing with the high school’s inter­ scholastic athletic program. The action, taken with the absence of two board mem­ bers, Allison Avery and Mark Shoemaker, was in response to complaints from returning members of the girls’ varsity volleyball team and their parents about Kelly Offrink, who has served as coach for six years. Parents and players who attended the regular May meeting to ask that Offrink be removed from her post, alleging that the coach was not committed to the pro­ gram, had not developed a youth program, freshman program, or team camp, did not attend AAU games, did nothing to further her coach­ ing skills and failed to devel­ op a support network for vol­ leyball in the school and community. At that time school board president Jerry Sessions said that the school district did not have a written policy or philosophy dealing with any high school athletic program, including expectations for the coaching staff, and favored the formation of a committee that would estab­ lish a written policy and phi­ losophy and would establish objective criteria for evaluat­ ing the performance of coaches for all high school sports. “The problem here is that we can’t look at one program ifwe have no philosophy and policy which we can use to evaluate a coach,” he said. Julie Winegar and Tom Olsen, parents of returning varsity girls’ volleyball play­ ers, addressed the board last week during the public com­ ment portion of the meeting. Winegar expressed frustra­ tion that no action had been taken after the volleyball players and their parents came before the school board last month with their con­ cerns about Offrink’s coach­ ing abilities. Winegar also said teachers and administra­ tors at the high school harassed some of the girls who spoke at last month’s meeting. She also comment­ ed that while the girls’ varsi­ ty track team won the state championship, there were no T-shirts available to the girls or the community to com­ memorate the event. Sessions responded that proposed athletic study com­ mittee was the board’s response to their concerns. “We do value everybody’s input,” he added. “There’s always a lot to go over. There’s always two sides. It’s hard on the board; it’s hard on you. I’m sure that all of us here, all we care about is making the valley the best it can be. I want all our kids to have a great four years here, or their entire career really. As parents, as board members, and coaches, we all put in tons of hours and we all suffer every tim,e a kid loses or is hurt... it’s tough on all of us. I don’t know what else to say other than we will keep working at it and if you guys will be gra­ cious enough to keep helping and keep talking and letting us know how you feel, we’ll do our best to make it work. In This Issue.. softball invitational See ATHLETIC, page 12 �M*rv*e and Fm Cate tervrfterw pmk 19^1 rtadwad Mm wi Ttec stem «a Fete «•><■• Oar paMtmiwr *•**&•• Fte wad ter and Marvin mctf 51 year* ^<> when tew wm a car hap aad ha «*aa a cwtear. Tter Arms rateaarwte wa» on the carver of 9 Mite and VaaOyter a *r*» MteA (Fhato by Metea Mateyi Donna and Skylar KteM took at the 1037 Ford Thia model 85 Michigan State Police car ia eight cylinders and 85 horse power. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Amy Steele bring* her children Alexis and Jamie Steele to toe Nashville Car Show. They an checking out the 1993 red Trans Am. It is parked next to a yellow I9&9-70 Iran* Am. (Photo by Helen Mudry) LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Putter toatoytM NaahvNe MBaai Sunday •taatoB.aaaoh teat Rato • Worship 1030 am. esopm, wm atoaw «mqm tor toy* * gM* age* 112 Pastor* OM> a Asas MMDatoM toeaaaei Oto's tow "Whets Everyone It Someone Bpeaa * For Information oaM ito»4Hf ar t <o«a» tans ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH PASTOR GLENN OftMeato BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Church Servtoe Sunday School ............. Bar 1030 aa *kae*nWaawa Ybuth Groups. Bible Study and many other adMBa* Phone (616) 983-7710 MINISTER VIRGINIA HELLER am worship « am P.M. Worship Wednesday Ceeteag Worship REV ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH PASTOR MARCS LMMMTON Phone 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship 8 Church School ................... 11 a.m RritoatoW 7?me After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M 79 Highway Netewtee Morning Celebration .10 *.m Contemporary Servtoe, Relevant m^yato Teaching. Nursery, ONMmw* Ctaaaee. WUOi Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517)852-1783 e-mail grace <fl> gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mNe north of Vermontville Highway on Mullton Road Sunday Mom Worship - 930 am Ortdren * Sunday School - 930 «m Fellowship Tune -1030 am. Adult Sunday School-1030 *m PASTOR KATHY SMITH KA LAMO UNITED METHDODIST CHURCH .930 a.m. 10:45 am Beginning in June Contemporary Worship .11 40 am PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8503 Ctoverdafe Roto ftoawtoaoraaai Sunday School A.M Servtoe P.M Servtoe 10 a.m ............. 11:15am ................. 4pm PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 PMMpe BL. NatovHte Sunday School 94* am A.M Servtoe 11 am. P.M Servtoe ,7pm Wed Service ......................... 7 pm. pastor lester Degroot PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of Worship Service towtoStoaal Worship Servtoe Sunday School . 445 am ...11:15 am PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0885 Church Phone 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8043 E M ite Highway 4 miles west at N mil wide (OO!. M-79 * Berryville Rd.) Sunday Worst tip 9 45 am (Intrude* Children's Sunday School) Other Prayer Walk, U.M Women Bible Study, Mission Project* 8 more Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-052-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearte-Open MindsOpen Door* QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 Weal Bunday School Worship m. m PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (816)945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road .............. 9:15 am Morning Prayer ........... 1140 am. Holy Communion For more Information ca»: 795-2370 or Rt Rev Pa tr iMio* iii rn —it Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all eervtoee RT REV DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Katemo Highway 8 Ionia Rd Sunday A.M Worship 1030 a.m Evening Worship .. 4 pm, Wednesday Evening al 7 pm. Children'* Clause* Youth Group ■ Adull Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT ST. CYRIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashua* Sunday Mae* ............ ,930 am. MtoBRMra STAFFORD A miaelon of Bl Row Catholic Church, Hasting* VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main Bt.. VermotavMe Bunday School ............ .9M am. Worship Servtoe ......... .11 a.m. Bunday Evening Service 4 pm. Wed Evening Servtoe . ..... 7 pm. AWAN 7-030 pm WM PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 100 North Maki Street Children, YouOi and Aduk Sunday School - 945 a.m Sunday Morning Worship1140 am. FMowtop Time - 1240pm. Weekty Bible Studies Youth PuppeVDrama Minrstry �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 21,2005 — Page 3 Tony Smith brings his 1988 Trans Am. He rescued it from a junkyard in March and finished it in May. The 250 horsepower car will do 125 mph. “I am a very big Trans Am fan,” This old timer” welcomes the crowd to Nashville’s 5th Annual Classic & Antique Car Show. Dale Laverty (left) and Jeremy Fisher admire the 1965 Corvette owned by Karen and Gary Welcher. (Photo by Helen Mudry) These cars proudly show they “still have it” and show off their muscle at the show. (Photo by Helen Mudry) The 1934 Ford with the 350 transmission is owned by Art Benett of Battle Creek. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Mamma B’s Southern Breakfast Corner of State & Washington, Nashville, Mich. & Habitat for Humanity OPEN HOUSE There is a wide assortment of cars on display at Riverside Park. ASSETS team wraps up year The Maple Valley Jr ./Sr. ASSETS team held its yearend activities June 3 by spending an hour cleaning up the football field for the graduation ceremony, which was held June 5. The students also enjoyed a pizza party as a year-end celebration. The team consists of approximately 24 student representatives, community leaders, school representa- tives and guidance coun­ selors. Some goals of the ASSETS team are special­ ized school and community projects dealing with such areas as bullying, public relations, community service and communications, among others. Those who attended included: Helena Kirchoff, Adam Zank, Jed Wieland, Mackenzye Acona, Mike Chapman, Patrick Eli, Micah Kopland, David Benedict, Elizabeth Brydges, Meagan Van Engen, Stephanie Sparks, and Aleena Hamilton. Sponsored by... The Men of the United Methodist Church, Nashville Freewill donations to benefit the Nashville Habitat for Humanity House Guidance counselors Valerie Hynes McCaul and Lorraine Benedict are cur­ rently acting as ASETS advi­ sors. Fourth of July Specials! Mulberry FORE J GOLF COURSE BARRY COUNTY RENTERS You CAN own your own home! Good/Bad or No Credit. Call Dale at WEST MICHIGAN FINANCE for a fast FREE and secure mortgage consultation. 1-877-805-1200 x6 Saturday, Sunday & Monday, July 2nd, 3rd & 4th 18 Holes with Cartt 9 Holes with Cart *28«® $1 4 3KOO PLUS Pick a Card to receive a 5% to 25% discount! Mulberry Fere 955 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville *^£7 ”517) 852-0760 • 1-800-450-0760 1-800-450-0760“ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 21,2005 — Page 4 Check it out at Vermontville Township Library The library is gearing up for its annual summer read­ ing program. This year the theme is “Dragons, Dreams and Daring Deeds.” We are planning many fun activities including: a castle building competition, costume mak­ ing, and a medieval faire. These programs will run on Tuesdays from 2 to 4 p.m., beginning on July 19th, and ending with the faire on Aug. 9th. The reading for prizes portion of the program will run consecutively. Sign up for the program begins on July 1. Further information will be coming soon! The library receives new books almost daily so not all of our new books are listed here. If you don’t see a title that you are waiting to read just call the library at 726­ 1362 and ask if we have it. New Books! Adult Fiction * The Black Angel, by John Connolly; Summer’s Child, by Luanne Rice; Dragons of Autumn Twilight, by Margaret Weis; 4th of July, by James Patterson; Table for Five, by Susan Wiggs; Velocity, by Dean Koontz; The Closers,by Michael Connelly; Map of Bones, by James Rollins; Frontier Doctor Trilogy: V.2 Beloved Phy­ sician, and V. 3 The Heart Remembers, by Al and JoAnna Lacy; Wings of Refuge, by Lynn Austin; Rage, by Jonathan Keller­ man; Appaloosa, by Robert B. Parker; Lie by Moonlight, by Amanda Quick; Sons of Texas by Elma Kelton; The Twelfth Card by Jeffery Deaver; Dance of Death by Douglas Preston and Lin­ coln Child; and The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova. Adult Non-Fiction - We Interrupt This Broadcast..., by Joe Gamer; Tutankhumun and the Golden Age of Pharaohs, by Zahi Hawass. Junior Fiction Skippyjon Jones, by Judy Schachner; Maximum Ride: The Angel Experiment, by James Paterson; and Artemis Fowl: The Opal Deception, by Eoin Colfer. Junior Non-Fiction - Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith: The Visual Dictionary, by James Luceno. More than 50 dune buggies and Volkswagens were on display during Jim’s Buggy Parts 10th annual Dune Buggy and VW Car Show earlier this month. Nashville dune buggy Maplewood children have seatbelt relayshow draws crowds Students at Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville learned the importance of buckling their seatbelts during the 4-H Seatbelt Relay. During the relay, children ages 8 to 12 worked with 4­ H teen peer educators to learn how easy it is to “buck­ le up.” Discussions on why wear­ ing a seatbelt is important touched on topics such as “Click It or Ticket,” the police campaign to issue tickets if someone in a car isn’t buckled up. They also More than 250 people their seatbelts,” said Cyndi Mark, Michigan State attended Jim’s Buggy Parts University 4-H program 10th annual Dune Buggy and leader. “Students learned VW Car Show in Nashville that it doesn’t take much Saturday, June 11. There were 38 registered time at all to buckle your cars and 50 dune buggies and seatbelt.” The activity teaches chil­ Volkswagens on display dur­ dren that buckling up doesn’t ing the show, which was held take long and that it increas­ on the Nashville Baptist es their safety when riding in Church’s baseball diamond. Eight trophies were a vehicle. It’s a fun way to learn,” awarded at the event: Best Mark said. “The children get custom VW, Bob Hayes Sr., to see for themselves how South Haven; best original easy it is to buckle up instead of having someone telling them to.” was loved by many of the Michigan State students as a “second mom”. She was voted “Wittie Women of the Week” by the Michigan State Block and Bridal Club. Virginia always had a place at her table for the Michigan State students; her famous Goulash was usually the main course. She loved dancing and playing games with her chil­ dren and friends. Virginia was also a member of the Nashville VFW 8260, and the Okemos Community Church. She returned back to the Vermontville area in 1972. Virginia is survived by her daughters Glenna Thom, Mary White, Judy Fox; son, Larry (Dorothy) Fox. Also surviving are her stay-at-home dad for Hayden lot of time on the Nashville project. Curtis, 2; Ashley Curtis, 4; house. Nashville area busiHabitat Joe Van Meter, 7; and Katelyn Van Second Mama B’s southern Meter, 8. breakfast to benefit Habitat Besides the reg­ ular Habitat volun­ The community is invited to attend Nashville teers, approxiUnited Methodist Church’s second "Mama B’s mately 25 women Southern Breakfast" from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, grandchildren, Ryan Thom, helped install sid­ June 25, in the church’s community room locat­ Roger (Stephanie) Thom, ing on the ed at 210 E. Washington St. in Nashville. Russell Thom, Nichols Nashville house For a free-will offering, people can break (Kendra) Thompson, Kellyduring Women’s their fast with southern country ham, grits, bis­ Lou Fox, Jennifer Kita, Cami cuits with gravy and all the other trimmings of a Andler, Stephen White, Jeff Build Day last traditional, hearty southern breakfast, prepared month. Plus about (Jennifer) White, Kelly by head chef, Jeff Bowden, and the men of the (Patrick) Duggan, and spe­ 20 volunteers from Nashville United Methodist Church. Eaton Rapids cial grand dog Sadie. Free-will donations will be accepted and all Memorial Service was United Methodist proceeds from the breakfast will benefit the held at Vermontville Church worked on Habitat for Humanity Home at 715 E. Congregational Church on the home for a Washington St., Nashville, which is slated for Thursday, June 16, with week and the • dedication at 4:30 p.m. Friday, June 23. Pastor Mark Jarvie officiat- building trades ing. Interment took place at class from Maple the Woodlawn Cemetery in Valley High School spent a nesses and organizations have also helped with the t0 Vermontville. Memorial Contributions can be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship, or the Amos Fox Scholarship at Closing for the season June 25th. MSU. Arrangements were made Thank you for your business this spring. by Daniels Funeral Home in Please come back November 25"’ and 26"' for Nashville. Virginia Fox VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Virginia Fox, age 77, of Vermontville, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2005 peacefully at Thomapple Manor, in Hastings. Virginia was bom in Vermontville, on April 5, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Thelma (Holcomb) Howe. She was raised in the Vermontville area and attended area schools there graduating from Vermontville High School. She married Amos Fox on June 21, 1946 in Vermontville at the home of her parents. The couple lived in the East Lansing area where they raised their family. Virginia was known for her great sense of humor and Aiken; and the participant who traveled the farthest to attend, Joe Steele of Kalkaska. The show was sponsored by Jim’s Buggy Parts, Good Time Pizza, K & M Services, Appletree Automotive and Jim’s Buggy Parts. For more information about the show or Jim’s Buggy Parts call (517) 852­ 9595 or visit jimsbuggyparts.com. talked about how seatbelts can save lives in car crashes. Students participating in the program then were divid­ ed into teams of four to par­ ticipate in the relay, in which the students had to get in a car, buckle their seatbelts and put their hands up as quickly as possible. As soon as they raised their hands, they got out of the car, ran to the next door and continued this until each participant had been in each seat. The fastest time was 52 seconds. “That time was for four people to get in and buckle VW, Kevin LaPena; Best sand rail, Bob Hayes Jr., South Haven; Best tub, Mike Vincent, Battle Creek; Best engine, Mike Vincent, Battle Creek; Middleville; best paint, John Mahoney, Battle Creek; People’s Choice, Don Peirle; Best mini, Jim Whelpley, Nashville; Used and Abused, Todd Schafer, Charlotte; and Best junior, Timothy Steele, Middleville. Awards were also given for the oldest participant, Ed HABITAT, continued from page 1 for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian housing ministry. Volunteers work in partnership with low-income families to build simple, decent homes that are sold at cost and without interest to the families. Homeowners contribute sweat equity and are selected without discrimination according to need, willingness to work and abili- Mary's Country Garden Christmas ’Round the Town The Plain 'n' Fancy Folk will have craft items for you to purchase. Give a memorial that can go on forever 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 VISA (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville & Family Owner/Manager IA 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 BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �using balloons as their target. (Photo by Helen Mudry) me norary lawn is the scene or all manner of violence at Saturday’s Mini Medieval Fair. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Hosey is a regal lady looking over her realm. M//w Medieval Fair is a big hit Saturday for Nashville Jonathon and Kaylee Lethcoe look at the wooden swords for sale on the library’s lawn. (Photo by Helen Mudry). Victoria (left) and Audrey Byykkonen add their art talents for the renaissance picture to be displayed in Putnam Library. (Photo by Helen Mudry) Internationally known preacher to speak here Wizards, knights, kings, queens, ladies in waiting, princes and princesses add a regal touch to the streets of Nashville. (Photo by Helen Mudry) If you see this person on the road, get out of the way! Happy 16th KORY !*■ - ; Youth football league meeting will be June 26 The Maple Valley Youth Football League’s regular board meeting is dated for 7 p.m. Sunday, June 26,. in the Vermontvillevillage office,’ located at 121 Eastside Drive in Vermontville. For more information, call Mark Jorgensen (517) 272-3706. The entire community is invited to attend when internationally known preacher Rick Hagens, from Alabama, brings his message of hope, healing and restoration Sunday, June 26, to the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., in Nashville during special morning serv­ ices. Hagens has “literally walked across America to raise money for shoes for children who have none.” While he doing this, inter­ views with national network news programs have helped raise awareness of his mis­ sion. He has also worked with David Wilkerson, a pastor, author and the founder of Teen Challenge. He is a fre- quent guest preacher at Times Square Church. He has worked with Teen Challenge and inner city youth for more than 25 years. For more information call (517) 852-9819. 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269)945-0526. " 11 ; �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 21,2005 — Page 6 Learn about ash tree replacement at Ag Expo SOCIAL NEWS Esther Gould turns 95h Happy 95th birthday Esther Gould on June 21, 2065. She would enjoy cards at 4612 M-66 Nashville, MI 49073. Love from your fami­ ly. For everything from business cards and brochures’ call J-Ad Property owners looking to replace ash trees that are dead or dying from an emerald ash boer (EAB) infestation can get helpful information at a July 20 presentation at Ag Expo at Michigan Estate University (MSU). “EAB Restoration Strategies and Picking Trees for Michigan” will take place in the College ofAgriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) tent from 5:15 to 6:15 pm. Visitors will learn about what trees to pick to replace ash trees. Woodland owners will also learn what to do with ash trees that are still in their woodlots. • Information will be pro­ vided on how to identify ash trees and EAB infesta­ tions. Visitors will also learn the importance of planting a diversity oftree species and how to plant replacement trees. Educational materials on The family of Juergen and Norma Walliczek would like alternative tree species you to join us in celebrating 40 years of marriage. The and EAB will also be celebration will take place at St. Cyril’s Church Hall in available. Nashville on Sunday, June 26, 2005, 10:30 a.m. to 12 Ag Expo features com­ noon. No gifts, please. mercial farm equipment Walliczeks to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary Popular Battle Creek Garden Tour is this weekend Graphics (269) 945-9554 Seven private gardens on Battle Creek’s south-side make up the 13th annual Battle Creek “Summer Songs in Flower” garden tour hosted by volunteers of Bible Church invites all children that are going into Kindergarten - 6th Grade to Daily Vacation Bible School, called Serengeti Trek: Where Kids Are Wild About God's Love. Each day kids will sing catchy songs, play teamwork games, make fun crafts and learn Bible Truths for their daily living. DVBS Serengeti Trek begins on Sunday, June 26 - Thursday, June 30. Meet at the church each day beginning at 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Vermontville Bible Church is located at 250 N. Main St. in Vermontville. For more information call 517-726-0647. (517) 852-1985 the Leila Arboretum Society, June 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Garden tours are popular throughout the country,” said Committee Co-Chair Cindy Mumford, Battle Creek. “It doesn’t matter whether you are an experienced gardener or just enjoy admiring people’s handiwork.” This year’s tour offers plenty of diversity: Dick and Juanita Kohfeldt, 210 Martha Drive,, removed a swimming pool to create a place for a garden, built raised beds where the pool deck had once been, and accented the layout with a “fairy garden” and “objects d’art.” Fran and John Goudzwaard, 54 Grandview Ct., took on the challenge of an overgrown yard containing black walnut trees. They created winding paths, fieldstone walls, arbors, decks, as well as a footbridge crossing a streambed. Harvey and Linda Shoup, 2061 Oak Lane, loved their shade trees but 501 IN. Main, Nashville, MI Dining • Cany Out • Delivery Hudsonville Ice Cream All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet Sat. 7 am-10 am » Sun. 7 am-11 am needed a shade-loving gar­ den. What to do? Add hostas - 46 varieties and counting. Two mill stones from Mrs. Shoup’s grandfather’s mill connect nature with family heritage. Bonnie and Jim Brown residence, 132 Hilltop (Steamburg Estates), contin­ ued the love for gardening planted 35 years ago by Mrs. Brown’s mother. They installed a stone path, added arbors, a fish pond, and even brought in a carriage house with specially-painted doors. The Browns’ garden even includes a Japanese-style “calm comer” and a natural area reserved for critters. Neglected plantings around an old farmhouse gave Sue arid Ed Stanton, 8475 D. Drive North, a challenge. They tamed the peony garden, lilac bushes, rambling roses, orchard and mature shade trees. A Victorian greenhouse, pot­ ting shed, and a 1900 Sears Kit bam were moved and See GARDEN, page 7 from throughout the Midwest and several Canadian provinces on the 35-acre main exhibition site and the 40-acre field demonstration area. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 19, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 20 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July . 21. Admission to the grounds and parking at Farm Lane and Mt. Hope Road are free. For more information about Ag Expo, call 1­ 800-366-7055 or visit www.agexpo.msu.edu. CALENDAR OF EVENTS June 20-30 Extension Office will be closed during lunch, please call ahead. June 23 Rendezvous meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Goat Clinic, .10 a.m., at the Tietz family pond, June 25 call Gary for more information 269-795-3591. June 30 Goat Showmanship workshop, 7 p.m., at the Curtis’, call Leigh Ann for more information 517-852-0772. June 30 Dog Developmental Committee, 6:30 p.m., at Arby’s Restaurant in Hastings. July 2 Open Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 3 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m, at Bany Expo Center. July 4 County offices closed - Celebrate Independence Day. 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee July 6 Meeting, 7:30 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 11 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 12 Beef & Lamb Carcass Judging, 7 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. PASTOR DI HAS BEEN ORDAINED The community is invited to her open house Wednesday, June 29,2005 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Nashville United Methodist Church' Please come and congratulate her on her a ccom*plishment 06610834 GET YOUR STAFF FIRED UP ABOUT THEIR NEW RETIREMENT PLAN. WE LIVE WHERE YOU LIVE.’ Show your staff how much you value them. And plan for your own future. Ask me about starting art employer-sponsored retirement plan today. Tai Gearhart, Agent 825 S Hanover St Hastings, MI 49058 Bus: 269-948-1284 tal.gearhart.g4ic@statefarm.com UKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR STATE FARM IS THERE.’ Providing Insurant and Financial Scmca Od3m6m2v1o2 0W3 r C°nsu11 your tax or teml advisor lor specific advice. Slate Farm • Home Offices Bwxnington, Illinois • statetarnicom9 GFWC, continued frontpage 1 summer months, however, comm ee memers committee members con con-­ tinue to meet to establish programs and projects for the upcoming year, which starts in September. GFWC Vermontville membership is open to anyone inside or outside the Vermontville area. For more information, call President Sandy Haas at (517) 726-0051. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 & �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 21,2005 — Page 7 “Fraternity, Charity, and Loyalty: Treasurers of the Grand Army of the Republic” Patriotic, political, and extremely influential, the Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) (the veteran’s organization for. the Civil War) is honored in a new exhibition now on display at the Ella Sharp Museum. Fraternity, Charity, and Loyalty: Treasures of the Grand Army ofthe Republic, possibly the largest exhibi­ tion to date focusing on the G.A.R., runs through January 7, 2006. The G.A.R. was founded in 1866 — nearly 20 years after the Civil War ended — in Decatur, Illinois by 13 Union Civil War veterans headed by Dr. B.F. Stephenson. Any honorably discharged Union veteran was eligible to join. Over the years the organization grew to a membership of 410,000, influencing state and federal bills and political candidates. As was common with many organizations active during the Victorian Era, the G.A.R. produced elaborate and colorful ribbons, flags, and other memorabilia. These very Victorian sou­ venirs fill the Museum’s Emmett Gallery, giving modem viewers a glimpse into this vital organization State Police tackle identity theft The Michigan State Police (MSP) Region I Special Investigation Division is now better prepared to com­ bat the fastest growing crime in the nation with the cre­ ation of a full-time Identity Theft Team. “The creation of this Identity Theft Team is an example of the Michigan State Police effectively responding to emerging crime trends with new tech­ niques and new solutions,” said Detective First Lieutenant David Peltomaa, commander of the Special Investigation Section, which oversees the Identity Theft Team. “Identity theft is a national problem, it is hap­ pening here in Michigan and this team is prepared and committed to addressing it.” According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Michigan is ranked 16th < nationwide for identity theft victims (per 100,000 popula­ tion), however, the FTC also believes that less than 20 percent of victims report the crime. In addition, the num­ ber of identity theft com­ plaints in Michigan grew from 6,566 in 2003 to 7,307 in 2004. The state’s identity theft growth rate involving victims over 40 years old exceeds the national average. “As the types of crimes change, Michigan law enforcement must evolve to keep pace,” said Peltomaa. “By being proactive and developing an Identity Theft Team we hope to turn these numbers around and make the identities of Michigan citizens more secure.” The Identity Theft Team investigates cases involving the theft or misuse ofperson­ al identification information to obtain goods, services, BANK RUN & PROCESSED LANDSCAPE ROCK LIGHTEXCAVATING AGGREGATE TRUCKING RICHARD J. EWING (517)726-0088 (517) 726-0020 VERMONT VILLE; MICHIGAN LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE Lee O. Stuart, M.D. Brian W. Swanton, M.D. Erica Scofield, PAC 4294 Laurel Drive Lake Odessa, MI 48849 616-374-7660 ...are pleased to welcome Laurie S. Broker, M.D. Joining Us Wednesday, July 6,2005 Dr. Broker specializes in Family Practice and takes care ofpatients ofall ages. In addition, she will be offeringprenatal care in conjunction with Hastings Gynecology and Obstetrics She enjoys Women’s health care and Pediatrics. Our new office hours starting July 5,2005 will be MondayThursday 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. This is to make us more accessible to you before and after normal working hours. We are accepting new patients. We are also able to provide laboratory testing, X-ray, ultrasound, and bone density testing at our office. Physical therapy and coun­ seling services are also available. vOOluOOc | credit and fraudulent bank accounts or to facilitate other criminal activity. The most common type of personal identification information misused is the numbers from Social Security cards, dri­ ver’s licenses, credit and debit cards and bank accounts. The team’s pri­ mary focus is assisting law enforcement offices and agencies with large scale investigations, as well as investigating cases with out of state victims where the suspect resides in Michigan. Within the first month of the team’s operation, detectives executed search warrants in Jackson and Muskegon where numerous fraudulently items of obtained property were discovered as well as the personal information of over 100 individuals, presumed to be stolen. The investigations have resulted in eight arrests. One of the team’s goals is to make reporting identity theft easier. To accomplish this, the team created a tollfree phone number, 1-877MI-ID-THEFT (1-877-644­ 3843). Citizens can call the number to receive informa­ tion on how to report identity theft when they believe they may be a victim. The team’s web site, www.michigan/gov/identitytheft, contains information and resources to assist few enforcement officers and victims, including forms that will assist with investiga­ tions. On the web site, the team offers tips for avoiding iden­ tity theft including a yearly review of your credit report, monthly review of financial and credit statements; with­ holding identifying informa­ tion during unsolicited offers by phone, mail, Internet or in person; and the shredding or tearing up of identifying paperwork before discard­ ing. By nature, identity theft investigations cross jurisdic­ tional boundaries and require cooperation from multiple law enforcement agencies. To facilitate this, the Identity Theft Team works with rep­ resentatives from local and county law enforcement, as well as the United States Postal Inspectors Office, United States Secret Service, United States .Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Secretary of State Investigation Division and the Social Security Administration, Office of Inspector General. and its era. On Sunday, June 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Museum will open its gal­ leries free of charge to encourage the community to visit this exceptional exhibi- tion. The day is sponsored by the 17th Michigan Volunteer Infantry Association, which will have members on hand in Civil War dress. The local chapter of the Sons of the Union Veterans will also be on hand with information on local G.A.R. membership. For more information call the Museum at 517-787­ 2320. GARDEN, continued from page 6 rebuilt in the yard, and added a pond stocked with 1,5000 bluegills. Donna and Marshall Jaeger, 187 N. 21st St., nur­ tured their garden in to a haven for hummingbirds and butterflies with brightly-col­ ored trumpet vines and sweet-smelling honeysuckle. A flagstone path and statues provide accents throughout the garden. Alta and Alma Weimer, 124 Hilltop (Steamburg Estates), have a sunny setting and as a result have created many large raised beds filled with perennials which they started from seed. They moved trees and shrubs from a former yard and transplant­ ed them to create new bor­ ders. Tickets for the 13th annual Summer Songs, in Flower garden tour are on sale at several locations at a cost of $8 in advance and $10 the days of the tour. Tickets are on sale at Darling and Daughter Variety. Several tour-goers will win door prizes donated by Alfresco in Hastings, Bolton Ornamental Grasses, Concrete by Design, Coralan Communications/Press, Keystone Antiques, the Leila Arboretum Society, Springfield Landscape Material, and Unique Boutique. Refreshments and a Garden Gift Shop will be available at the Weimer resi­ dence along with a live remote broadcast site spon­ sored by News Radio WBCK, 930 AM, Battle Creek. Again this year, the tour enjoys major sponsorship from Springfield Landscape Material, 700 N. 20th St., Battle Creek. (A coupon on the Garden Tour ticket enti­ tles bearers to a 20 percent discount in the store through July. Tour-goers also receive 50 percent off the price of admission to the Children’s Garden, just east of the Arboretum. All earnings benefit the Leila Arboretum Society (LAS) and its many commu­ nity programs. The LAS is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to nurture an appreciation ofnature and the interactions of people with plants, www.LASgarden.org. 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 06605544 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service ""““""“ “’I MLS. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE ss.ss Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, HJJS’ Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS)* Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................. Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR................................................................ Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor............................................................................ Cell 269-838-2884 PRICE REDUCEDII NOW $60.00011 ON 2 ACRE CORNER LOT 1 MILE OFF M-79 'IN COUNTRY" Two bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic & furnace, home needs some repair & com­ pletions. Nice yard & circle stone drive. Call Homer. (CH-108) NORTH OF M-79 - WEST OF CHARLOTTE ON 2 ACRES 2 story, 4 bedroom farm house. Some natural woodwork, new windows, garage, barn & other buildings. Call Homer. (CH-107) ■ NASHVILLE BRICK HOME "TURN OF THE CENTURY" 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set up as a "2 unit*. Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (Mil) -FAMILY HOME- IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 'extra' lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (N-101) ■ NEW LISTING: FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE JUST LISTED: NEAR HASTINGS - SHOWS LIKE NEWII IF YOU ARE THINKING OF "BUILDING" CHECK THIS OUT. 3 bedrooms,, 2 story, new furnace, air conditioning, carpet, repainted thru out, handicap ramp, garage, mature shade. Home hasbeen completely Home refurbished refurbished & & not not lived lived inin since since (like new), new), main (like main floor floor laundry. laundry. Call Call Homer. Homer. (N-112 (N-112 Built in 2000, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, more bedrooms possible in basement (partioned but not completely finished). Central air, first floor laundry, attached 2 car garage & cement drive. Call Rick or Homer for all the details. (CH113) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country". Great view, close to public hunting 6r fishing. Lots of birds & wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. Call Rick. (VU99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Modular home. Call Homer. (VLr89) I I I I I BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer I for more details. (VL-109 & 110)^ �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 21,2005 — Page 8 Kalamazoo Nature Center begins Tall Grass Prairie Planting Project Bobolink, Sedge wren, a wildlife” A typical prairie would be whole suite of grassland planted with seeds gathered sparrows, (Vesper, from all over the county but Savannah, Grasshopper and in this case painstaking care Henslow’s) and possibly the was exercised in finding Northern Harrier which local seed. This future needs large grassland areas Michigan treasure will take to thrive. Along with the around three years to mature many bird species a grande according to Jerry Stewart prairie attracts foxes, turtles, the project contractor. coyotes and countless other “During the first year we will mammals. Wildlife Habitat Christopher see the small plants emerge biologist, with most of the energy Hoving, from The Michigan going into root develop­ Department of Natural ment.” With curious names Resources adds, “Southern such as Rattlesnake Master Michigan historically had and White Wild Indigo the extensive grasslands, and I grasses and flowers will am excited to see a portion of show more top growth in the that landscape restored. second year along with con­ Many of the wildlife species tinued root development in Michigan that are in with above ground growth decline are somehow associbecoming prominent in the ated with large grasslands.” “The DNR is pleased to be third year. With the establishment of able to assist private a true tall grass prairie, natu­ landowners like the Nature ralists anticipate the return of Center to create habitat for declining avian species such rare species.” The tall grass prairie will as the Eastern Meadowlark, be located along Westnedge Ave. at the Kalamazoo Nature Center, a non-profit PROPANE DRIVER NEEDED organization dedicated to We offer competitive wages and insurance bene­ inspiring people to care fits. Must have valid CDL Class B w/Tanker & about the environment by Haz/Mat Endorsements. Dependability a MUST providing experiences that lead them to understand their during winter months. Experienced preferred but connection to the natural willing to train right person. Good working envi­ world. ronment provided. Apply within (no phone calls, For more information, please) DIAMOND PROPANE please call the Kalamazoo 301 EAST BROADWAY', WOODLAND Nature Center at 381-1574 or UOOIllMZ visit www.naturecenter.org The Kalamazoo Nature Center is sowing the first seeds in it’s native tall grass prairie. Eventually covering 130 acres with carefully selected local genotypes of species of grasses and wildflowers, the project has generated excitement throughout the state. The Kalamazoo Nature Center has partnered with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the USDA and the Department of Natural Resources in both the planning and funding of this decade long vision. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s conservationist Edwin Almodovar asserts that, “This prairie restoration site will be a very unique one in Kalamazoo County and it will be of valuable impor­ tance to the wildlife commu­ nity. It will be the biggest prairie project that USDANRCS has worked with in the area. Such a project will delight the public and the Hastings City Bank introduces... A savings account designed especially foryoung people! Benefits: Open an account for as little as .50 cents! Free Online Banking included! Unlimited deposits and withdrawals at any of our six branches. Interest paid quarterly. Quarterly statements. A free Saturday Savers Club savings book. A free Saturday Savers Club Bank! Small change adds up to big dreams at Hastings City Bank! 150 West Court St. Hastings, Ml 49058 269-945-2401 www.hastingscitybank.com Member FDIC - Field hockey is part of the daily activities at the Vacation Bible School put on by Saints Andrew and Mathias Independent Anglican Church of Hastings. Vacation Bible School set at Anglican church Saints Andrew & Matthias Anglican Independent Church of Hastings will be host for its annual free Vacation Bible School from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, June 27, through Friday, July 1. The church is located at 2415 McCann Road iin Irving. This year's school will have the children learn- ing about the Old Testament Bible stories of Noah, Moses, David, Esther and Daniel. All area children from ages 4 to 12 are invited to attend. There will be crafts, color­ ing, singing, painting, and field hockey. Snacks will be provided and at the end of each day there will also be a short evening prayer service. To sign a child up or for more information, please call the Rector, Rt. Rev. David Hustwick, at 269 948-9327 or go to the church website http://trax.to/andrewmatthias. Dairy Expo features two heifer sales Dairy producers looking to expand their herds can come to the Michigan Dairy Expo on July 19 at 6 p.m. That’s when the third annual Michigan 4-H Dairy Replacement Heifer Sale and the Expo 2005 Sale will take place at the Michigan State University (MSU) Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education. The replacement heifer sale will feature six to eight heifers raised by Michigan 4-H members. “This is an opportunity for 4-H members to select, raise, breed, exhibit and sell a heifer at Dairy Days,” said dairy Extension specialist Joe Domecq. “It’s also an extraordinary learning experience and a way to help put some money in the kids’ pockets.” Heifers being sold must meet age, breeding and health requirements. They must have been bom between June and October of 2003, and be due to calve between September and December 2005. The 4-H’ers selling the heifers have raised them for 8 to 9 months to two years. “I hope that as the pro­ gram grows, the kids will raise the heifers on their own for the full two years,” Domecq said. Following the 4-H heifer sale will be the first-ever Expo 2005 Sale, co-man­ aged by the Michigan 4-H Dairy Program and United Dairy Producers. At the sale, 150 to 200 head of open yearling Holstein and Jersey heifers will be sold in groups. The proceeds from this sale will be donated to Michigan 4-H to support its dairy youth program. Domecq says he hopes dairy producers who are looking for heifers will come to these events and see how young people are getting involved in the dairy industry. “Dairy producers can come to the youth dairy show going on throughout the day where over 300 head will be exhibited,” Domecq said. “Then they can attend one of the sales to purchase new heifers for their farm.” For more information on the Michigan Dairy Expo, the 4-H Dairy Replace­ ment Heifer Sale or the Expo 2005 Sale, visit www.webl.msue.msu. edu/anscikids/dairy. html or contact Joe Domecq at 517-353-7855 or e-mail him at domecqjo@msu.edu. Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 SUMMER JOBS Packers ofquality frozen vegetables General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS If you need extra $$$ Days and nights available NEED FOR JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER Call 616-374-8837 ... for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8 am. to 4 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN ST., LAKE ODESSA, MI 06610912 E.O.E �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 21,2005 — Page 9 Ag Challenge utility vehicle test drive returns to Ag Expo An opportunity for farmers to test drive utility vehicles on an outdoor dirt track fea­ turing hills, ruts and other elements was such a popular Ag Expo attraction last year that sponsors are bringing back the Ag Challenge for a second year with one modifi­ cation - a more challenging course. And new this year, kiddies can get in on the action, too, with a Mini Ag Challenge obstacle course sponsored by the Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB). Ag Challenge will be offered during Ag Expo at Michigan State University from July 19-21. Located outside the MFB tent, the approximately quarter-milelong track mimics real-life conditions, complete with a swamp, boulders and logs. It features utility vehicles from different manufacturers 01378302 including John Deer, Kubota, Land Pride and Bobcat. The event is co­ sponsored by MFB and GreenStone Farm Credit Services. Ag Challenge is free, how­ ever, Ag Challenge drivers must register at either the MFB or GreenStone tent, where they will receive a stamp to test drive as many vehicles as they choose. Ag Challenge drivers must be at least 18 years old. All registered Ag Challenge drivers will be entered in a drawing to win a $7,000 cash voucher to pur­ chase a featured utility vehi­ cle oftheir choice. The draw­ ing will be held at the close of Ag Expo. Contestants do not have to be present to win. Inside the MFB tent will be a Mini Ag Challenge obstacle course where youngsters ages 3 to 8 can get behind the wheel of bat­ tery-operated mini utility vehicles designed for chil­ dren’s play. The Mini Ag Challenge course won’t be as extreme as the adult version, said Rogers, but its flat, winding course should be just as entertaining for the small drivers. The Mini Ag Challenge is free; however, parents must fill out registration forms at the MFB tent for their chil­ dren to participate. At the close of the show, MFB wilt give away three mini utility vehicles, with winners drawn from Mini Ag Challenge registration forms. Contestants do not have to be present to win. More information on Ag Expo online at www.agexpo.msu.edu. Alternative education Principal Chris Parkinson, secretary Debbie Baker, and Mothers’ Helpers Childcare volunteers Naomi and Ellen (last names withheld by request) receive a check from Barry Community Foundation program director Jennifer Richards and intern Brandi Waldren. Local child care center wins grant from Barry Community Foundation The Barry Community Foundation last week pre­ sented Mothers’ Helpers, the non-profit child care center for Maple Valley Alternative Education at Kellogg School in Nashville, with a check for $3,000 for the purchase of educational toys for the program which provides free child care for the chil­ dren of teen-age mothers Virginia, is a national non­ enrolled in the school. Mothers’ Helpers was profit organization devoted to advancing recreational started in the fall of 2003 as opportunities for all a pilot program for the Americans. MRPA, the 2003-2004 school year. Michigan affiliate for NRPA, Volunteers Naomi and is a state-based non-profit,, Ellen (last names withheld professional association association by request), offer no-charge founded in 1935 that is com­ day care to the young moth­ mitted to creating communi­ ers, ages 14 to 19 years of ty through people, parks and age with children up to 4 programs by providing pro­ years old, attending Maple fessional development, Valley’s alternative educa­ advocacy, programs, and tion program. The volunteers say their services to Michigan’s park goal is not to simply babyand recreation professionals and agencies. July celebrated as National Recreation and Parks Month Michigan citizens will enjoy an opportunity to cele­ brate their local park and recreation facilities and cre­ ate community through peo­ ple parks and programs dur­ ing National Recreation and Parks Month in July. The National Recreation and Park Association has declared the month ofJuly as National Recreation and Parks Month, and encour­ ages all Americans to cele­ brate a healthy and active lifestyle by getting involved with their local parks and recreation facilities. National Recreation and Parks Month has been celebrated every years since 1956. “July is one of the busiest months of the year for the parks and recreation indus­ try,” says Michael Maisner, executive director for the Michigan Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) in Okemos. On July 4th each year, there are more people in attendance at our nation’s park and recreation facilities than on any other single day of the year. Throughout the rest of the year, more than 75 percent of the U.S. popula­ tion - over 190 million peo­ ple - will take advantage of the essential services provid­ ed by their local parks and/or recreation facility. The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), located in Ashburn, J&D Oostveen Construction Specializing in all phases of your needs. Dick Oostveen, Owner • Licensed & Insured Phone:616-374-7877 Mobile: 517-202-0084 06610857 Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 _ o—fTn sit so the moms can have free time from their chil­ dren, but to help the moth­ ers obtain their diplomas and aid them in giving the best possible care to their children and help the young children by stimulating their young minds and bod­ ies through educational toys, books, music, art and safe outdoor play to exer­ cise their muscles and get the fresh air they may not get at home. The first year, the child care program, which shared a portable classroom with alternative education stu­ dents learning life skills, began with one mom and two children, but grew to four moms and six children by the second semester. This year, Mothers’ Helpers was given a portable classroom of its own and it has grown to eight mothers and 10 chil- dren, with another 19 chil­ dren registered. The mopey from the grant will be used for $2,200 of outdoor materials and play equipment, includ­ ing Little Tykes playground and swing set combo, water and sand play table, sand box with sand and a play­ house. Indoor items, total­ ing $800, include board books, story books, Leap Frog Leap Start table and gym, Fisher-Price Peek-aBlocks, and Learn through Music toys, and dolls and plush animals such as the Fisher-Price Laugh and Learn Puppy. Assistance with assem­ bling both indoor and out­ door toys and equipment will be from volunteers recruited from laid off workers from the GM job bank who live in the Maple Valley area. BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST ■ ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS Blood drive nets 44 pints With 54 potential donors presenting at the Red Cross blood drive held at Mulberry Fore Golf Course earlier this month, the final yield tally was 44 good pints of blood. Richard Hilton and Tim Wells reached their mile­ stones with 12-gallon pins and Gale Wetzel earned his six-gallon pin. Jake Goodnoe was the donor who won the free game of golf with use of cart in the random drawing and all donors were thanked with strawberry shortcake. The strawberries were donated by Shirley’s Chuckwagon and the biscuits were donated by Clay’s Dinner Bell. The next blood drive is scheduled for 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. Root b’eer floats will be served. Donors must be at least 18 years of age, weigh at least 110 lbs. and be in reasonably good health. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... * Pumps * Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician a 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. a Hastings, Ml 49058 | Towing Available CONGRATULATIONS to all the area athletes who earned Athlete of the Week honors in the 2004-05 school year. Look for the Athlete of the Week honor to return as the 2005-06 school year gets underway after the summer vacation. Estimates Available The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 (517) 726-0088 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE §§SI 11 N. Main St. Nashville, Ml FARM BUREAU INSURANCE 06610963 ARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 21, 2005 — Page 10 teams announced Maple Valley’s members of the 2005 All-Barry County baseball first and second teams as chosen by their coaches. Team members are, front from left, Garrett VanEngen, Ben Fox, Chris Morris, Adam Gonser, back, Andrew Ashcraft, David Scurlock, Drew Kersjes, and Rusty Harris. The 2005 All-Barry County girls’ track and field team. Team members are, front from left, Ashley VanderMeer (TK), Rebecca Winchester (TK), Kersta Gustafson (TK), Jessica Flaska (TK), Chaney Robinson (TK), middle row, Lisa Hamilton (MV), Kayleigh Browne (MV), Amy Abbott (MV), Amy Joostberns (MV), back, Ashley Imerzel (DK), Rachael Williams (DK), Kristen Wilfinger (DK), Heather Millard (DK), and Marissa Ingle (DK). All-Barry County honorees were champions at the May 31 Barry County Meet hosted by Delton Kellogg. (Missing from photo are Delton Kellog’s Jessica Elliott and Alex Alaniz and Lakewood’s Kristin Chase and Dana Nichols.) Crunch Classic less than three weeks away The cost is $45 per person, non-golfers must pay a nom­ inal fee of $5 for dinner and dancing at the V.F.W. Proceeds to benefit the college fund of the children of Tony Dunkelberger. For more information call Leroy at (517) 852-9698, Brian at (517) 852-0795, or Shelly at (616) 374-0998. The fifth annual Crunch Classic Golf Outing will be held July 9 at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. The 18-hole four-person scramble will begin at 2:30 p.m., and be followed by din­ ner and dancing. For non-golfers, dinner and dancing begin in the Nashville V.F.W. at 8 p.m. Patterson Builders New Construction and Remodeling • 25 Years Experience • Fully Insured • FREE Estimates • Roofing • Pole Barns • Siding • Additions • Kitchens • Bathrooms The 2005 All-Barry County boys’ track and field team. Team members are, Casey Schrock (LW), Travis Willard (LW), Jesse Schrock (LW), Brad Stroner (LW), Dan Brooks (MV), Jason Beardslee (MV), middle row, Jason Sterkenburg (LW), Travis Wickham (LW), Jarrod Brooks (MV), Mike Hall (MV), Ken Carns (MV), back, Denver Hine (MV), Jason Wood (MV), Adam Lamphere (MV), Nick Archer (DK), and Matt Gordeneer (MV). All-Barry County honorees were champions at the May 31 Barry County Meet hosted by Delton Kellogg. (Missing from photo are Lakewood’s Mike Kuras and Lakewood’s Horse owners, boarders Agriculture and Natural Mike Forman.) Learn Horse Handling Safety at Ag Expo at MSU July 19-21 and trainers who are looking Resources (CANR) tent. for ways to reduce potential Visitors will learn about horse-related injuries can areas of horse facilities and attend a horse risk assess­ horse handling that could ment session at Ag Expo at potentially cause harm to Michigan State University handlers or horses and will (MSU) July 19-21. learn how to prevent acci­ Phone 517-852-0700 The daily presentation will dents. Nashville 06610390 take place in the College of Visitors will learn to iden­ tify unsafe areas of their own jus VMnram ju u jui jta i horse facilities and how to make these facilities safer. The sessions will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. July Conveniently located within 2 miles of three counties'ifw 19 with Christine Skelly, associate professor of animal Barry, Eaton & Ionia. We’re at the intersection of M-43 & M-50. science at MSU; from 10 to 11 a.m. July 20 with Karen 'D'UWl cAmmUm, fa ifadufo 74 (JUM,, $ W oklet Waite of the MSU Departmentt of Animal Science; and from 9:45 to Segment Segment II 10:45 a.m. July 21 with Judy July 11-28,2005 Marteniuk, associate profes­ June 28-30,2005 sor of large animal clinical August 1-18,2005 sciences at MSU. August 23-25,2005 Ag Expo features commercial farm equipmentt from To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 throughout the Midwest and several Canadian provinces Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith on the 35-acre main exhibi­ tion site and the 40-acre field demonstration area. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 19, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., July 20 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 21. Admission to the ground and parking at Farm Lane and Mt. Hope Road are free. For more information about Ag Expo, call 1-800­ 366-7055 or visit www.agexpo.msu.edu. THE TRAFFIC SCENE I Class f Class For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 plore ajRIQ^directioii with classes in Medical Massage Therapy • e-Leaming Programs offered • Convenient funding options available • Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan & Indiana cities Click or call for more information Toll Free: 888-285-9989 www.BlueHeronAcademy.com - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 2005-2006 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on June 27, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. at the Administration ptfice Board Room, the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools will hold a public hearing to consider the district's proposed 2005­ 2006 General Fund, Athletic Fund and Food Service budgets. The Board may not adopt its proposed 2005-2006 budgets until after the public hearing. Copies of the proposed 2005-2006 budgets are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Michigan. 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. 06610832 Allison Avery Secretary �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 21,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale Antiques For Rent $99 AMISH LOG BED w/ ALLEGAN ANTIQUE 2 BEDROOM MOBILE on queen mattress. Complete, MARKET- SUNDAY, JUNE private property. 1 Person or never used. Must sell! 26. 400 EXHIBITORS. RAIN couple, non-smokers. No (517)719-8062 OR SHINE. 730AM- pets, need references, $375/ 4:00PM, LOCATED AT mo. 1st months rent + de­ 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR-THE FAIRGROUNDS, posit due in advance. 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Mobile Homes QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS, FOR SALE: outdoor play-Darrell Hamilton, (517)852- 2001 MOBILE HOME: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, applian­ ground equipment, 2 sepa- 9691. ces included (stove, refriger­ rate sets. One is tower/ Garage Sale ator, stacked washer, dryer, climber with slide, other is cube climber with slide. 2 FREE GARAGE SALE dishwasher, microwave) - all $33,000. Call Good condition, $50 each or signs with your ad that runs newer, best offers. Gan be seen at in any of our papers. rs. Get (269)945-5235 or (269)838­ 235 E. High, Hastings or call them at J-Ad Graphics, cs, 1351 3176. (269)948-2674. N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. SLEIGH BED: queen cherry wood with pillowtop mat­ tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 DRIVER: additional CDL-A drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Good working envi­ ronment. (616)248-7729 «i Matt Gorte (MV). 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(517)852-0067 YERF-DOG GO CART: 6HP, 2 seater with suspen­ sion, runs good, $500. (517)852-0373 PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: AU 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 discrimina­ tion 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. Uris newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our read­ ers 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 toUfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06571010 FOR THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE June 2005 nanta, including synthetic and MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. This report covers the drinking water lessen the risk of infection by volatile organic chemicals, which quality for the Village of Vermontville, Cryptosporidium and other microbial are by-products of industrial (MCL): The highest level of contamiMichigan, for the calendar year 2004. contaminants are available from the processes and petroleum produc- nant that is allowed in drinking water. This information is a snapshot of the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800tion, and can also come from gas MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as quality of the water that we provided to 426-4791). stations, urban stormwater runoff feasible using the best available treat* Sources of drinking water: The you in 2004. Included are details about ment technology. and septic systems. where your water comes from, what it sources of drinking water (both tap N/A: Not applicable ND: Not Inorder to ensure that tap water is contains, and how it compares to water and bottled water) include rivers, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, safe to drink, EPA prescribes regula- detectable at testing limit ppb: parts per springs and wells. Our water comes tions that limit the amount of certain billion or micrograms per liter ppm; and state standards. Your water comes from three ground-from wells. As water travels over the contaminants in water provided by pub- parts per milion or milligrams per liter water wells located at 159 Third St. The surface of the land or through the lic water systems. Food and Drug pCi/l: picocuries pef liter (a measure of wells are in an aquifer about 180 feet ground, it dissolves naturally occurring Administration regulations establish lim- radiation). Action Level: The concentration of a deep in gravel pack. The Village of mineral. In some cases, radioactive its for contaminants in bottled water contaminant which, if exceeded, trig­ Vermontville has a State approved material, and can pick up substances which provide the same protection for gers treatment or other requirements Wellhead Protection Program (WHP). resulting from the presence of animals public health. that a water system must follow. Water Quality Data The company of Fleis and VandenBrink or from human activity. The State allows us to monitor for * Contaminants that may be pres­ The table shown lists all drinking did the work on the program to get it ent in source water include: water contaminants that we detected some contaminants less than once per approved with the State. We have a cit­ * Microbial contaminants, such during the 2004 calendar year. The year because the concentrations of izen advisory panel composed of citi­ as viruses and bacteria, which presence of these contaminants in the these contaminants do not change frezens, Council Members, Township and quently. Some of County Officials. Typical Source of MCLG Our Water Sample Violation MCL Contaminant our data, though * Contaminants Contaminant Y/N Date representative, is and their pres­ Erosion of natural deposits N .005 mgl 11/03/03 None 0.01 more than one ence in water: Arsenic orchards, glass. mgl year old. Drinking water, Discharge of Drilling wastes & N 0.22 ppm Aug 2000 2 ppm 2 ppm Barium including bottled erosion of natural deposits Unregulated con­ water, may rea­ Erosion of natural deposits N .2 mg/l 9/8/2004 .1 mg/l taminant monitor­ 4 mg/l Fluoride sonably be aluminum & fertilizer factories ing helps EPA to expected to con­ determine where tain at least small Unregulated contaminant certain contami­ amounts of some Erosion of natural deposits N nants occur and 32 mg/l 9/8/2004 N/A N/A Sulfate contaminants. whether it needs The presence of to regulate those contaminants Number of Samples Sample Date Our Water(*) Action Level Contaminant contaminants, does not neces­ Over Action Level is our sarily indicate the water system 1 4ppb June 2003 15 ppb Lead water poses a meeting other health risk. More rules that govern 0 0 ppm June 2003 1.3 ppm Coppr information about our operations? contaminants and (*) 90 percent of samples at or below this level The State and potential health may come from sewage treatment water does not necessarily indicate that EPA require us to test our water on a effects can be obtained by calling the plants, septic systems, agricultural the water poses a health risk. Unless regular basis to ensure its safety. EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at We met all the monitoring and reportlivestock operations and wildlife. otherwise noted, the data presented in (800-426-4791). * Inorganic contaminants, such this table is from testing done January ing requirements for 2004. * Vulnerability of sub-populations: We are committed to providing you as salts and metals, which can be nat- 1-December 31,2004. The State allows 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, per­ sons who have undergone organ trans­ plants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune systems disorders, some elder­ ly 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 urally occurring or result from urban us to monitor for certain contaminants stormwater runoff, industrial or less than once per year because the domestic wastewater discharges, oil concentrations of these contaminants and gas production, mining or farming. . ★Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agricultural and residential uses. ★Radioactive contaminants, which are naturally occurring. * Organic chemical contami- safe, reliable and healthy water. We are pleased to provide you with this infor- mation to keep you fully informed about are not expected to vary significantly your water. We will be updating this from year to year. All of the data is rep-report annually, and will also keep you resentative of the water quality, but informed of any problems that may occur throughout the year, as they may some are more than one year old. happen. Terms and abbreviations used For more information about your Maximum Contaminant Level Goal water, or the contents of this report, (MCLGs): The level of a contaminant in contact Monte O'Dell at the Village drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. Garage or call 517-726-1444. �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. June 21,2005 — Page 12 Area girls’ teams dominate Bellevue softball invitational Maple Valley’s Little League Minor Girls’ Softball teams took over the Bellevue Invitational Tournament in the girls intermediate divi­ sion June 11. Of the eight teams, four were from the Maple Valley Little League, and two met in the championship game with Hummell’s Body Shop top­ ping Stonehill Farm Canopies for the title in a steady downpour of rain. Hummell’s Body Shop went 5-0 on the day. The Round-Robin tourna­ ment began shortly after 8 am. with three rounds of games placing the teams for the semifinal and champi­ onship games. After winning its semifinal game, the Hummell’s Body Shop team came over to cheer on the girls from the Stonehill Farm Canopies team. Also participating from the area were the Hastings City Bank team and the Mace Pharmacy team. The tournament also included three teams from Bellevue and one from Grand Ledge. The Hummell’s Body Shop team won the June 11 Bellevue Invitational. Team members are, front from left, Maggie Semrau, Shelby Anderson, Tiffani Allwardt, Hana Hunt, Ayla May, middle, Bryanna Clow, Darcey Turner, Lindsey Mudge, Evonne DeMars, Zoanne Siple, Kari Hummed, back coach Tom Mudge and coach Mike Turner. Missing from photo is Ashley Lesage. (Photo supplied by Michelle Siple) There’s never been a better IME ASK US ABOUT ROTO BRUSH DUCT (I TAXING The Stonehill Farm Canopies team finished second at the Bellevue Invitational Saturday, June 11. Team members are, front from left, Lynzie Trumble, Sydney Khouri, Nichole Burd, Shilo Scott, middle row, coach George Khouri, Chelsea Khourl, Abby Richards, Alivia Johncock, Lauren Trumble, Lydia Richards, coach Ken Trumble, and (back) coach Mike Richards. (Photo supplied by Michelle Siple) to vet an AMONG ATHLETIC, continued from page 1 AIRCONDITIONER FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Strength you can rely on Free Estimates Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 5 COLORS and verbal report to the board at its regular meeting in January 2006 covering the following ten points: 1) a list of recommendations 2) a philosophical statement as to the role athletics are to play in the school system, with regard to both competition and participation, 3) estab­ lish a written job description for all coaches, 4) develop policy and procedures for the hiring and evaluating of coaches and assistants, 5) conducting a community oako arbor u VINYLSIDING Whether you are remodeling or building the home of your dreams, it can involve a lot of decisions. Oak Harbor, however, makes it easy. It takes advantage of the architectural style of your home and conforms beautifully with a brushed woodgrain finish. 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At the suggestion of Tom Olsen, a parent who was in the audience, an 11th item was added to the list: Establishment of policy regarding the use of school facilities by profit and non­ profit organizations for fund­ raising events. Board Trustee Brian Green said he felt it was important that the district have written policy and phi­ losophy in place that clarifies how athletics support the mission of the schools in the district. “So many other issues that you can get caught up in, and have to emotionally make a decision on,” said Kramer. “Unless you have a clear vision and rock, something to stand on as to what you’re all about, then all of sudden it becomes, ‘Well, that’s just your judgment, or you didn’t like this...’ you don’t have anything to root your deci­ sion on. That’s hard. I think you have to have a philoso- phy about what we are all about.” After the vote, Kramer said anyone interested in serving on the committee should submit his or her name to the administration office. In other business, the school board: • Heard a report from Kramer about the proposed budget for the 2005-2006 fis­ cal year. Kramer stated that as it stands with state fund­ ing, the district will be $667,000 in the red, with the potential to be an additional $123,000 in the red if the state does not come through with the promised $175 per pupil. Kramer proposed the board tap into the reserved general fund to balance the proposed budget. A hearing on the proposed budget was set for 7 p.m. Mon. June 27, in the admin­ istration office. • Heard reports from teachers and administrative staff regarding curriculum alignment, the ICT program, • and the district’s technology plan. • Approved the hiring of Karen Locke as the new food service director for the dis­ trict. Locke has experience working for the food service department in the Charlotte school district for a number of years. • Held a second reading and adopted an investment policy for the school district. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-06-28.pdf 8cff92ce37bec1fe207a255db03a6936 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC I iRRipy * 121S CHURCH ST USINGS M4S0H-MI Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 26, June 28, 2005 Nashville Habitat home dedicated Gary Russell presents the Curtis-VanMeter family with the keys to their new home. was one of 237 Habitat by Sandra Ponsetto homes built across Michigan Staff Writer Despite temperatures that as part of the 2005 Jimmy soared above 90 degrees Carter Work. Louise Hurless, director of Fahrenheit and high humidi­ ty, dozens of friends, family the Barry County chapter of members and Habitat for Habitat for Humanity, intro­ Humanity volunteers turned duced the family before the out for the Friday afternoon dedication of their home, dedication of the Curtis- which was the 24 to be built VanMeter family’s Habitat by Habitat in Barry County. After the invocation by for Humanity home at 715 E. Washington St. in Nashville. Pastor Dianne Bowden ofthe The home built by Barry Nashville United Methodist County Habitat for Church, who was instrumen­ Humanity in Partnership tal in bringing about the part­ with the Lansing District of nership between the Lansing the United Methodist Church District of the United Methodist Church and Habitat for Humanity, Sharon Lynd, who received last year’s Habitat home, presented the Curtis VanMeter family with a Bible, a Habitat tradition. “This is a big day,” said Ned Brown, president of Barry County Habitat. “Everyone should feel extremely proud of all the effort which went into build­ ing this house. If it weren’t for the Methodist Church here in Nashville, Pastor Di and the Lansing District of the United Methodist The Curtis Family tansing District of The Curtis-VanMeter family stands on the porch of their new home in Nashville. Church, we wouldn’t have this house here in Nashville today. “You may not realize how See HABITAT, page 12 Local alum earns doctorate, starts non-profit organization Maple Valley High School alumnus Cheri Kay Sessions has graduated from the University of Southern California, were she received her doctorate in physical therapy. She began her education at Maple Valley, graduating in the top ten of her class in 1994. During that, she not only excelled academically, but also in track and field, cross country and gymnas­ tics. These extra curricular activities led her to pursue her bachelor's degree in ath­ letic training at Michigan State University, where she graduated in 1998 and was immediately accepted at the University of Rhode Island, where she obtained her mas­ ter's degree in physical thera­ py in 2001. Sesssion took her first of three trips to Haiti last October. It was there that she realized the great need for physical therapy services, training and education for people in underdeveloped areas. She has since founded a non-profit organization called Ancheri Care (www.anchericare.org) that provides these services. It was also this first trip to Haiti that she began the process of adopting two children, Ecrissa, 2, and Jaryse, nine months. A benefit concert on behalf of Ancheri Care will be held at The Temple Club in Lansing Friday, July 8, to show support for her newly found organization. “I have started a non-prof­ it organization to send thera­ pists and other developmen­ tal specialists to underdevel­ oped countries to help serve these young orphans,” Sessions said. “I will not be able to attend the concert, I am stuck working in Calfomia, but my sister is the brains and the workhorse behind this night. The Temple club has agreed to give the cover to this orgainization and there are quite a few bands playing.” Details of the concert can be seen on the website under the events tab at www.anchericare.org Nashville accepts bid for Lentz St. curbing by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council voted unanimously to approve a bid of $8,700 from Slagel Construction Inc. for the installation of curbing on Lentz Street, which is to be completed before the street is repaved later this summer. The council had received only one other bid for the curbing; from Hoffman Brothers for $12,415. Village President Frank Dunham said that he did not feel it would be "fiscally responsi­ ble" for the council to accept a bid that was nearly $4,000 more than Slagel’s. Trustee Ron Bracy stated that he also felt there would be an advantage to working with Slagel since they are a local company. He also noted that Slagel would sub­ contract the excavation work for the curbing to Hamilton Excavation, another local firm. The final motion approved by the council awarded the contract to Slagel stating that the maximum cost of the project was not to exceed $8,700 and was to be com- See CURB, page 3 In This Issue Cheri Kay Sessions and her two adopted children from Haiti. MVCCOH community garden bene fitting local pantry shelf Local musician to be inducted into Country Music Hall of Fame Old-fashioned 4th to honor veterans Vermontville man honored for role in finding lost boy Heat and fireworks harmful to pets �Just Say y “As Advertised in the Maple p Valley y News" Tuesday, y, May y 17,2005 , — Page g 2 MVCCOH community garden benefitting local pantry shelf Center of Hope (MVCCOH). Indeed, Gary and Barb Clark donated the use of their land, located south of the village of Nashville, and Wayne Rumsey rototilled the plot, for planting the gar­ den, the MSU Cooperative Extension Service donated more than 100 green bean seeds, tomato and squash plants; and Tim Leet, owner of Cherry Valley Greenhouse in Caledonia, donated 57 flats of vegetable plants, and the MVCCOH contracted with the UAW and General Motors Plant in Lansing to allow laid off GM workers to do work for the community. “All the produce grown in the garden will be credited to the South Central Food Pantry in Battle Creek and everything we grow will come back to the food pantry for distribution,” said by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter A community garden is growing in the Nashville area to help those in need in the Nashville area. Donated land, donated vegetable plants from a local greenhouse and seeds from the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service, and donated labor by area resi­ dents add up to a win-win situation for the South Central Michigan Food Bank in Battle Creek, the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf and the people it serves. “It’s unbelievable how things have developed dur­ ing these last few weeks,” said Dianne Bowden, the pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of the Maple Valley Community Bowden. “We’re a little slow get­ ting started, but all the way around this is a win-win situ­ ation,” said Barb Clark. “We have a half acre tilled and with the 57 flats of vegeta­ bles we’ll probably need to till another half acre to get them all in. It’s really nice to have all these plants and seeds donated.” Two weeks ago Clark, her mother Joyce Steward, her husband Gary and their chil­ dren, Katie, Emily, Amy, Heather and Christopher, spent their weekend planting 22 flats ofvegetable plants to get things started. Hoeing, weeding and planting in the garden the following week were four area residents laid off from their jobs at the GM plant, Mary Reid, Bonnie Seitier, Ray Halliwill and Steve VanDenAbeele. They have Need help budgeting your insurance costs? STAN ow you can pay for your personal, and most business insurance protection with an easy-to-handle, monthly payment plan called Flex Bill. This plan, available KELLY from Auto-Owners Insuranc Company, means less strain on your budget. Call us and ask about it today! v4uto-Ownen hsurance Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 Bonnie Seitier, Mary Reid, Roy Halliwill and Steve VanDenAbeele work in the community garden being planted on land owned by Gary and Barb Clark of Nashville. been working lately with the Nashville Department of Public Works (DPW) doing park and cemetery mainte­ nance, painting buildings and repairing roofs. “The GM workers have been working for Darrell (Darrell Clements, Jr. the head of the Nashville Department of Public Works) and I hear that they are all hard workers and the DPW and the village council members are very pleased with all the work they’ ve done,” said Bowden. “Yeah, that Darrell’s a slave-driver,” joked VanDenAbeele. “No, really Darrell’s a great guy to work for he’s very easy-going.” “He’s always willing to do stuff for us,” said Reid. “I’d rather be out here. You can get fat sitting around in the job pool; out here we’re staying healthy and keeping fit for when we go back to working the line,” she added. “We put in eight hours a day out her,e but I like doing this a lot better than just sitting around.” “Yeah, a lot of people aren’t going to be able to keep up with us when we get CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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.rn. 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ ........ 11 a.m. .................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................... 9:45 Morning Worship............................ 11 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 6 .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service....... Sunday School........ ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO .NITED METHODIST U . CHURCH W.orship Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY kitchen that has been approved by the health department, like the one at the church, what we can could be distributed through the food pantry. I’m not sure, though, it’s one of the things we’re looking into. We have to take these things one step at a time.” Clark said the community garden could use more vol­ unteers. Anyone interested in helping with the watering, hoeing, weeding and har­ vesting can call (517) 852­ 0272. SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE SHOWTIMES 6/28 O BEWITCHED (PG-13) ■ 12:00,2:15,4:30,7:20,9:30 ■ O HERBIE FULLY LOADED (G) ■ 11:00,1:30,4:10,7:10,9:20 O BATMAN BEGINS (PG-13) 1:00,4:00,7:05,9:50 MR. AND MRS. SMITH (PG-13) 1:45,4:20,6:50,9:15 ADVENTURES OF SHARK BOY AND LAVA GIRL (PG) 11:20 20oz.DRINK ■ with $2 50 purchase of 46oz bag of buttery popcorn or» per »d O HMnm 4 Exp JULY 3\ 2005 W BEST DEAL in eNewsletter at wywhastingsAcom LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES back,” said Seitier. “And, doing this kind of work is for a better cause,” said VanDenAbeele, who noted that they had done some work at the Habitat for Humanity home that is being built in Nashville that morn­ ing before they came out to the garden to work. “The work we’re doing is helping out and making a lot of people happy,” added Halliwill. “I’m hopeful that we’ll get a lot of produce and feed a lot of people,” said Clark. With rows and rows of beans, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, onions, cucumbers, hot peppers, several types of squash, melons and more, that shouldn’t be a problem if the weather is good. In fact, Clark said there could be a bumper crop of beans. “Once those beans start coming in we’ll have to have people out here every day or two to harvest them,” she said. “We’re looking into getting someone from the Extension Service to come out and teach a canning class at the church (Nashville United Methodist). And, I think if it can be done in a NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service................................... 7 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. . Nancy Fancher, Pastor . Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. 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: 203 N. State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ............... 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .1030 a.m. Evening Worship ........ ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 1130 a.m. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, June 28,2005 , — Page g 3 Local musician to be inducted into Country Music Hall of Fame ■BlW, *®bas, >1 types gf ml mm, ^problem sb sxd |i r ofltffi. Mas sant ilK ■SF UM I ■El! 1 wetohwt iohem I ayijor,, HUUUH ;;bu I। e O. jituh1 a.nt i.nto i wnn I1 m Ac mm him Efflt IHBWI, HEffl 1 UL'illSi isMle toil seal gas; Sr.CffllL1! M*... ..fll1 , W0«* 1 QueiW ... JU, fl '“SJ1 -II by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Don Lincoln will be inducted into the Michigan Country Music Hall fo Fame this Friday evening. Good friend Sandy Salyers, also of Nashville and himself a former country music performer and a mem­ ber of the Hall ofFame since 1997, expressed his admira­ tion for Lincoln and his work over the years. Salyers, who owned an operated Sandyland Park in Nashville from 1977 to 1982, has never lost his flair for promotion. Lincoln who opened the shows at his park for all five years. "This guy has such a good voice, and if you pardon me saying so, I hate to hear him sing songs that anyone else can sing; he’s got a voice that just won’t quit," said Salyers, who nominated Lincoln for the honor. I thought I was good when I was younger, but this guy (Lincoln) has a voice I would have cried for. "He doesn’t try, but he has a voice that tears you up inside. He doesn’t try but he sounds just like Elvis; it’s that vibrato," he added. Lincoln remembers when he first met Salyers. Before I moved here I was doing shows and had made' a record in Tennessee in ’74,” Lincoln said. “I walked into Sandy’ barber­ shop here arid town with my recprd and that was it; I opened all the shows at Sandyland until it closed in 1982.” Salyers recalled, "A cou­ ple of years back when I was running Sandyland, there was a fella named Orion, and his voice print was almost identical to that of Elvis. Their voiceprint was the same. Well, one day we had a group of women from Orion’s fan club come to Sandyland and we had been playing one of Don’s songs and the this woman who is the president of Orion’s fan club said, "That’s Orion," and I said, "No, that’s my friend Don Lincoln, he’s going to be opening the show tonight," said Salyers, warm- ing to his subject "Well they heard Don sing and they thought he was every bit as good as Orion and wanted him to come sing in Milwaukee, Illinois and all over, but he wouldn’t do it "I’m glad I get to speak for this guy because he’s so introverted," said Salyers. Lincoln admits that off­ stage and on he is a man of few words, "I’m just shy." His girlfriend, Linda Smith ofLansing, agrees. "When he’s on stage, he can really put on a show. He sings, he plays lead guitar, rhythm guitar, banjo and fid­ dle. But he hardly says any­ thing and he’s always so modest. I was seeing him for over a year before I knew he did all of this," said Smith of Lincoln’s career in country. "I knew he played with a band, but I had no idea he had made albums and opened shows." When asked how he feels about the honor, Lincoln just smilesed. "I’m really happy, but I guess I’m not really sure what to think about it," he said. Lincoln comes by his musical talent naturally. He was bom in Grand Rapids to Joseph and Audre Lincoln. His mother was a radio gospel singer who turned down a scholarship to become a singing evangelist to marry Joseph. In 1956 the Lincolns moved their family to Indiana. The youngest of three children, Lincoln demon­ strated his musical ability at a very young age. When he was 3 years old he was singing gospel and playing the keyboard. Lincoln was 12 when he got his first gui­ tar at Christmas. He was performing professionally by age 13. At 16 he was, "one of the busiest country music performers in the business." On Fridays after school, Lincoln’s parents drove him to WURD-TV Channel 40 in Noblesville, where he became an audience favorite on the "Country Music Showcase" television show hosted by Walt Riddle. Saturdays he entertained fans with live performances pleted by July 15. In other business the coun­ cil heard a report from the village auditor Kathy Sheldon from the accounting firm of Walker, Fluke and Sheldon of Hastings. Sheldon told the council to, "pat yourselves on the back. Ifyou get nothing out of this report remember you got a clean rating," which means there were no major account- ing and record keeping viola­ tions found during the annu­ al audit. The council also discussed the cleanup of the property located at 115 Reed St., where a derelict mobile home was recently demol­ ished. Council members expressed concern that the cleanup was taking much longer than it should and could become a hazard to The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. I <X X ' ’’•ti1' ■>$ Old-fashioned 4th to honor veterans CURB, continued from page 1 ‘Diana’s D(ace «•? Don Lincoln, a Nashville musician and soon to be inducted member of the Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame, performing at the Delta Rock Festival a couple of years ago. in Tommy Butcher’s Showcase with Jerry Lee vals, benefits and special "Indiana Jubilee" featuring Lewis and Barbie Benton. events. Most recently has Loretta Lynn’s family, the From 1974 to 1977, been the member of two Webbs, Brenda, Crystal Lincoln was the opening act bands, Slim Chance and AJ Gayle, Jay Lee, Donny, for the Fraternal Order of Wilson and the Wittie O’s, Essie Mae, Peggy Sue, and Police shows in Michigan sponsored by 100.7 WITL, a Sonny. and Indiana, sharing the country music station in On Sundays, Lincoln stage with Little Jimmy Lansing. In 2002 they helped broadcast live on a local Dickens, Jim Ed Brown, kick off Common Ground, radio show out of Kokomo, Billy Walker, J.D. Sumner an annual week-long music Ind., along with Kenny Price and the Stamps, and many festival, opening for Phil and String Bean from “Hee others. Vassar, Jamie O’Neal and Haw.”. In 1977, Lincoln opened Sixwire. They also were the On Monday it was back to the very first show at opening act for the Delta school until the next week­ Sandyland Park in Nashville end; Michigan with Marty Lincoln was on the road Robbins as the headline act. for several years with Mary Over the next five years Miller, performing six nights Lincoln opened over 100 a week, opening shows for shows for the likes of some of Country music’s Conway Twitty, George biggest stars, including Strait, John Conley, Ronnie The annual Old-fashioned George Jones, Tammy Milsap, Narvel Felts, Fourth of July celebration at Wynette, and T. G. Johnnie Paycheck, Sonny Charlton park will be held Shepherd. James, the Mandrel Sisters, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. In 1974, Lincoln went to Tom T. Hall, Shelly West, Monday, July 4. Nashville, Tenn., where he David Frizzel, Jack Greene Included will be a- flag cut his first record, “Mamma and Earnest Tubb, to name a raising ceremony conducted Warn Your Daughter” and few. by the American Legion, the “One Way Street.” He also Since Sandyland Park veterans’ chicken and pork performed with Willie closed in 1982, Lincoln has barbecue buffet, old-fash­ Nelson and Roy Clark on been playing at fairs, festi- ioned family games, music Earnest Tubb’s Midnight Jamboree and appeared with Printers Alley. He was also Hugh Hefner’s special guest at the 1975 Playboy Records 1-517-852-9481 R Rocks Festival starring Bobby Bare, they hosted the Blue Grass Festival with Jack Greene and Tommy Cash, and many other events. Lincoln currently sings with the Sagebrush Band and is planning to record a gospel CD in the near future. Looking back over his career, Lincoln said that the highlight was working with Marty Robbins, best known for his No. 1 hit song “El Paso” in 1960 and the 1958 hits “A White Sport Coat and a Pink Carnation” and “Don’t Worry About Me.” "He was just a super nice guy. I got to know him and he was one of the nicest peo­ ple -you’d ever want to meet," said Lincoln. "I remember Marty on stage on night saying, ‘I heard there’s a kid (Lincoln) here who can sing On the Mountain better than me; but I wrote it,’ and he held up his album," said Salyers, remi­ niscing. "Don’s no hillbilly; this guy’s got a voice. He’s a singer, a real professional. You ought to hear him sing ‘Pretty Woman,’ he can real­ ly knock it out," he added. Lincoln and the other country musicians who are being inducted into the Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame in Prairieville. Lincoln will perform after the awards ceremony, which will begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 1. Admission is $5. neighborhood children. Mike Kenyon, a trustee and the chairman of the vil­ lage police committee, said he would talk to Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes and request that he speak to the owner of the property, issue a citation, if war-ranted,and report back to the council next month. The council also discussed and denied a request from Bailey Brothers Circus to set up a one-day event in the vil­ lage park on July 27. Council members said they denied the request because they did not have enough time to look into issues concerning liabil­ ity, etc., before they had to make a decision. However, they said they would enter­ tain the idea of allowing the circus to set up in the village next year if they were given more lead time. jljp and plenty of food. Those who bring homemade baked pies will be admitted free, as will Barry County veterans and residents. General admission is $5 per adult and the buffet’s cost will be $7 for adults and $5 for children in grade school and younger. For more information, call Charlton park at 945-3775. July 4th Holiday Deadlinesfor The Sun and News raiur The People Paper MAPLE VAL?LEY news?; news . . rl pp/• ~ Display Advertising Deadlines ~ i' for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The 'Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Thursday, June 30 at Noon. ~ Classified Deadlines ~ for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be Friday July 1 at Noon. Deadline for The Reminder will b Friday July 1 at 5 p.m. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 28,2005 — Page 4 Elizabeth A. Furlong NASHVILLE - Mrs. Elizabeth A. Furlong, age 72, of Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville, passed away Monday, June 20, 2005 peacefully at her home. Mrs. Furlong was bom in Daryl Battle Creek, on July 8, brother-in-law, LACEY Martha 1981, following 26 years of 1932, the daughter of the (Fenstamaker) Fender, age devoted service. Martha’s Cunningham. Otis and Ruby Martha enjoyed spending late 87, our loving mother, moth­ loving husband, Adam, pre­ er-in-law, sister, grandmoth­ ceded her in death in quality time with her family (McConkey) DeMond. She who dearly loved her and was raised in the Battle er, great-grandmother, and December of 1989. Also, preceding her in will deeply miss her. Further Creek area and attended area great-great grandmother enjoyed cooking, schools there. went home to be with the death were two brothers, Rex she sewing, and crocheting and - She was the wife of Mr. Fenstamaker, Stanley Lord on June 25, 2005. Martha was bom in West Fenstamaker, and one sister spoiled her family with Earl Furlong. The couple was married on homemade treasures that will Mansfield, Ohio on January Rosie Cunningham. June 6, 1954 in Battle Creek, Martha is survived by her be cherished forever. 15, 1918, the daughter of In lieu of flowers contribu-MI. Jane and Floyd Fenstamaker. son Floyd Fender and daugh­ Shortly after being married At the age ofthree, Martha ter-in-law, Janet Fender; tions can be made to the the couple settled in the Fender family. grandchildren, JoAnna and her family relocated to a The family will receive Nashville area where they Martha (Bob) farm in the Woodland area Fender, Morris, Karen (Todd) visitors on Tuesday, June 28 raised their family together. where she was raised. Lisa (John) from 6-8 p.m. at the Daniels The couple celebrated their Martha attended Barnum Gonser, Jill (Ron) Funeral Home in Nashville. 51st wedding anniversary on Country School then gradu­ Emenhiser,, ated from Woodland High Kempf, Floyd (Sabrina) Funeral services will be held June 6, 2005. Fender; 18 great grandchil­ Wednesday, June 29, 1 p.m. School in 1936. Martha married Adam dren; and seven great-great at the Pleasantview Family Fender on January 22, 1937 grandchildren. Also surviv­ Church with Pastor Steve LANSING - Mrs. Thelma and the two lived happily in ing are two brothers, Jim Olmstead officiating. L. (Antcliff) Hagerty, age Funeral arrangements have and the Lacey area all of their (Betty) Fenstamaker 82, of Lansing (formerly of (Phyllis) been entrusted to the Daniels lives. Martha retired from Emery Vermontville), passed away Hastings Manufacturing Fenstamaker; a sister-in-law, Funeral Home. Thursday, June 23, 2005 Company on August 31, Pearl Fenstamaker and a peacefully at the Hospice House of Mid Michigan, in Lansing. PASTOR DI Thelma was born in HAS BEEN ORDAINED Call for Classifieds Smithland, KY on July 10, 1922, she was the daughter The community is invited to her open house of the late Ernst A. and Maggie B. (Stokes) Hill. Wednesday, June 29, 2005 945-9554 or Thelma was raised in the 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Smithland area and attended at the Nashville United Methodist Church a one room country school 1-800-870-7085 called Scotts Chapel School Please come and congratulate her in Smithland Kentucky. She on her accomplishment later moved to the Fowlerville area when her Martha (Fenstamaker) Fender Elizabeth loved the out-Furlong; her grandchildren doors. Together with her Ashley and Ben Fox, and husband Earl, they would Nikki and Kasey Furlong. travel around Michigan Also surviving are several enjoying the fall colors. In nieces and nephews, many the spring they would camp cousins and several aunts in the Cadillac area where and uncles. She was preceded in death they would spend time by her brother Otis Demond together mushroom hunting. She also enjoyed helping Jr. Graveside services were her friends and neighbors, doing puzzles, working with held at the Woodland her grandchildren and feed­ Cemetery on Wednesday, June 22nd, with Pastor Rob ing the birds. She was employed as a VanEngen officiating. Memorial contributions Teacher Aide with the Maple Valley School District for can be made to Nashville Nashville Over 20 years. She spent Library, or Fire countless hours helping Ambulance young children with reading Department or the American and writing at Fuller Street Heart Association. Arrangements have been Elementary. Elizabeth is survived by entrusted to the Daniels her beloved husband of 51 Funeral Home, Nashville. years Earl, her daughter, Anita Fox, her son, Michael Thelma L. 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She is preceded in death by her husband Edmond Antcliff and her youngest son, Edmond Antcliff Jr. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, on Monday, June 27, with Rev. Jerry Reynolds officiating. Interment took place follow­ ing the funeral service at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. Art in the Park will be Saturday The Lake Odessa Area Arts Commission again will sponsor its annual Art in the Park Saturday, July 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain or shine) in Lake Odessa's Village Park. Last summer” s con­ struction on M-50 is com­ plete and it will be “smooth sailing” for traf­ fic through town. Organizer Patti Caudill said the park has new sidewalks around the park and new resurfacing on the paths in the park. !. “Walking should be much k! easier,” she said. The event, now in its 30th year, annually attracts between 10,000 and 15,000 visitors to Lake Odessa. More than 150 artists have reserved their booth spaces this year. Visitors will find a wide variety of quality crafts, including ceramics, pottery, paint­ ing, wood working, dolls, floral arrangements and more. The artists who are invited to participate come from all over Michigan and surrounding states, and are selected from hun­ dreds of applicants. As always, a highlight of the event is the free Give a memorial that can go on forever entertainment all day long, as well as a wide array of food items. Harvest Community Church will be selling smoothies, Center Stage Dance Academy will have turkey legs, St. Edward’s walking tacos, the Lakewood Area Choral Society elephant ears, Friends of the Library brat's, Boy and Girl Scouts drinks, the Lake Odessa Historical Society ice cream and the Lakewood Christian School veggie and turkey wrap. This year's entertain­ ment schedule is: 9 to 10 a.m. — Homer Jones. 10 to 11 Harvest Community Church A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout the county in the a* T”1 Worship Team. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — No Where Band (Beatles style music). 1 to 3 p.m. — Center Stage Dance Academy. 3 to 4 p.m. — Josh Rose (Lakewood science teacher playing folk music). Proceeds from the festi­ val are contributed back into the community to fund such events as con­ certs in the park, art edu­ cation programs for the schools and college schol­ arships. The Village Park is located at the comer ofM­ 50 and Fourth Avenue in Lake Odessa. 'i1 »i m Jamies ^NaiL & diair Qarben 157 S. Main • Vermontville - 517-726-0330 name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral Summer Tanning Special Buy 1 Month, Get Second Month Off! (Offer good through end of July, 2005) director for more information on the BCF or call Jamie’s Welcomes Janelie Certified Massage Therapist • Schedule your massage today! C Client Rewards - Buy 5 and get the 6th Session FREE! ‘V* — (269)945-0526. Haircuts $400 Z Off with Vicki Offer Expires Aug. 30th, 2005 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 28, 2005 — Page 5 Vermontville Twp. Library summer reading to start s?$ fc<s cs s R? s>S’vYi « > sss s M S?S sSb' Iwk »t ,,JH J S*k L Garveys to celebrate 30th wedding anniversary Ray and Char Garvey will celebrate their 30th on June 28, 2005. They were married at Our Lady of Peace Church in Ahmeek, Mich. They have two children, Brandon and Megan. aanniversary -w% iii. % The Vermontville Township Library will once again be sponsoring a sum­ mer reading program for local children. The theme for 2005 is "Dragons, Dreams & Daring Deeds." Signup for the program begins July 1 and ends July 15. Late comers will still be able to participate, but may not receive the initial regis­ tration goodie bag. Pre-readers through age 16 are invit­ ed to participate in the pro­ grams and reading challenge. Readers will record the time spent reading on time sheet and prizes will be awarded according to the amount of time spent reading. Every book read will be recorded and entered eee into o a drawing wg for larger prizes at the end of thoe program. the Reading will begin will Tuesday, July 19, and con­ clude at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13. The programs will begin July 19 with "Discover Dragon's at Your Library,” where dragon legends will be explored, children can create a stained glass picture, make a fire breathing dragon pup­ pet, and enjoy stories about •v* i* w •v *lhs dragons. • On July 26, the program will be "The Library is Your Castle." Participants will cre­ ate their own model castle, which will be judged at the Medieval Faire. • On Aug. 2, the program is "Reading Kingdom,” which will explore the hier­ archy of medieval society and participants will create their own costumes to wear to the Medieval Faire. • On Aug. 9, the reading programs will conclude with “A Day at the Faire." A lance throwing contest, archery, a fortune teller, a puppet show all will be at the Medieval Faire. This program will be held at the Vermontville Village Park beginning at 2 p.m. All programs except for the Faire will be held on the back lawn of the Opera House and will begin at 2 p.m. In case of rain or extreme heat, programs will be held Inside the Opera House. Refreshments will be served at all programs and are furnished by the Vermontville Women's Club. Our family, Randy (Kim) Fowler, Teri (Kirk) Kennedy, Marva (Bob) Shumway, and Jeff Fowler cordially invite family, friends and neighbors to join us for a celebration honoring 50 years of marriage of Ronald and Phyllis Fowler. It will be at Mulberry Gardens, 975 N. Main St., Nashville, Mich, on Saturday, July 16, 2005 at 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. Your presence will be their treasured gift. ‘ I "® Ubr rL?^'' i if W|Ia I uni iliMlji-) l IktolWas ■0 j Wanted: Standing Timber call DSCl rie Mfl-fc rix Sitatob t h)4pi-Mh iW ® L fc t>MM (Jri ® g£ ci® ®iit®*!! Ota W®40®81* j, tt Lj Ik W । Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. Vandivers to celebrate silver wedding anniversary Randy and Debra (Furlong) Vandiver will observe their 25th wedding anniversary on June 28, 2005. They were married at the Family Farm in Vermontville in 1980. They have two children: Hydee (Will) and Bobby Vandiver of Lansing and one granddaughter, Gabby (Charlie). Cards may be sent to 2028 Webster Street, Lansing, Mich. 48911. Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent litOdes* Fowlers to celebrate golden wedding anniversary 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) FREE Quotes on Auto & Home We offer GMAC Insurance If you are an employee or retiree of GM, GM Dealership, GM Supplier, GMAC Auto Loan, GMAC Auto Leases, GMAC, Ditech, GM Demand/Smart Notes, a GM Credit Card Holder or GM Extended Family - you may qualify for discounts. Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net till 269-995-9559 (517) 852-9040 Log with Horses or Skidder Maple Valley High School shop students Craig Clements, Norm Porter and Kyle Hartwell, install the new steel drop box they built for Putnam District Library in Nashville. Shop class builds library’s drop box Always looking for new ideas for challenging and interesting projects for his students, Maple Valley High School shop teacher Billy Sours decided to have his students build a steel drop box for Putnam District Library in Nashville. No one at the school could remember if previous shop classes had attempted a simi­ lar project before and Sours thought it would be a won­ derful experience for stu­ dents like Craig Clements, who got to try his hand at mig welding, said Putnam assistant librarian Sandy Hosey. Fellow students, Norm Porter and Kyle Hartwell built the box along with Clements under Sours’ direc- tion. The students made arrangements for the library’s purchase ofthe steel from Alto Steel, it’s delivery to the high school and dis­ cussed their plans with Sours and the library staff before the began construction. When it was completed, the students poured a concrete slab and installed the new box in front of the library. The new drop box replaces the old one made by Lloyd Priddy years ago, which was beginning to show signs of wear. The library staff have members said they will keep the front of the old box in memory of Dickens, the library’s former resident cat, whose pictured is hand paint-? ed on the box. 06605704 Fourth of July Deals! -­ Mull ?er ?errv forev golf course Saturday, Sunday & Monday, Monday ju|y 2nd, 3rd & 4th Draw a Discount Card and Get 5% to 25% off Our Already Great Rates! 18 Holes with Ca 9 Holes with Cart $J800 00 Must be a 4-some. Must have a tee time. Mulberry Fore 955 N. Main (M-66) Nashville (517)852-0760 1-800-450-0760 56”396 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, June 28,2005 — Page 6 Riders’ annual Fun Show winners announced High Point 4-H Team Officer Brooke Bracy-Flower, Cody Cowell, Jenny Ellison, Team Members Seth Madry, Kalleena Madry, Laura Trumble, Sarah Trumble, Officer Tiffany Cowell and Judge Erica Fancher. Maple Valley Riders annual Fun Show Hi-Point Winners included Jen Hanson, Reserve Hi-Point winners Treasurer Brooke Flower, Recorder-Historian Cody Cowell, Judge Erica Fancher, Vice President Jenny Ellison, Reserve winner Leslie Hammontree, Kerri Hamilton, Secretary Tiffany Cowell and reserve winner Sandy Carrick and (missing from photo) Nicki Carrick. SANJP &GRAVEL Farmers Picnic seeking talent BANK RUN & PROCESSED < LANDSCAPE ROCK LIGHT EXCAVATING AGGREGATE TRUCKING RICHARD JAWING 4 (517)726-0088 (517) 726-0020 VERMONT VILL^MlQIIGAN s j| what do you think? with Barry County 5th District Commissioner Mike Callton The Barry County Transit Millage On August 2nd, 2005, you will be voting on .25 mills or Barry County Transit. This millage The millage would cost the owner of a $100,000 house $12.50 per year. request is the result of State funding cuts. Without the pas­ On the flip side, residents of sage of this millage most county handicap and elderly transit Woodland, Castleton and Maple Grove Townships are not heavy services will be eliminated. users of this service. Below is a list of how many rides each Cuts would include the daily township used last year. runs to Nashville and Woodland, as well as door-to-door pick-ups in the rural areas. Presently, citi­ zens in need of transportation, to doctors or shopping in Hastings, are picked up around Woodland Maple Grove Castleton Hastings 7:30 a.m. and dropped off about So, what do you think? 3:15 p.m. This service has been a lifeline to Nashville and Let me know at... Woodland residents in need of critical transportation. 124 10 194 1114 P.O. BOX 676 NASHVILLE, Ml 49073 517-852-2070 michaelcalltonl 81 @ hotmail.com —Paid for by CommissionerMike Callton 06611333 Pee Wees (ages 9 and under) receiving medals for the Maple Valley Riders Fun The Sunfield Farmers Picnic is looking for local Show. entertainment talent to take the stage during the annual festival in August. Kerry Wilcox, who is coordinating efforts to put on a talent show, said two acts already have signed up, but Camp Weave-a-Hope is a understanding of feelings. special memorial service more are needed. “What a fun show this will weekend camp experience being Additionally, parents will have designed to honor the memory turn out to be,” she said. offered by Hospice of Jackson opportunities to attend special of each campers’ deceased “Everyone always has a and Oaklawn in collaboration sessions on understanding a loved one. For more information on blast. There is always a nice with two other hospices in the child’s grief process. Adult ses­ neighboring counties. The sions will be geared toward Camp Weave-a-Hope or on variety of acts.” The talent is being planned camping experience is being learning how to cope with per­ becoming a staffvolunteer, con­ tact the Grief Support Services for 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, offered to children and adults sonal loss and life change. Recreational events through­ department of Hospice of under the big tent in Sunfield. from ages 5-105, who are grievA fireworks celebration ing the loss of a significant per- out the weekend will include Jackson and Oaklawn 517-841­ wall-climbing, indoor and out­ 6983 or 888-821-3256. also is planned afterward, son in their lives. Camp Weave-a-Hope will be door swimming, waterfront Information regarding the camp beginning at around 10 p.m. Anyone interesting in held at a modem YMCA Camp activities, hiking, group sports, can also be obtained by going to showing off their talents in facility - Sherman Lake crafts, campfires and much our website www.footehealth. org/hospice. Sunfield is asked to call Campground near Augusta, more. from Friday, August 5, through The weekend closes with a Wilcox at (517) 566-8436. Camp Weave-a-Hope • Healing Hearts, Strengthening Memories, and Finding Laughter Harvest Fest seeks crafters and vendors Summer has just begun, but it’s not to early to start thinking about autumn. The organizers ofthe 101st annual Nashville Harvest Festival are looking for artists, crafters and flea mar­ ket vendor for the event slat­ ed for Friday, Sept. 16, and Saturday, Sept. 17. For more information, or to sign up for a booth, call Steve and Cathy Joppie (517) 852-2245. Saturday, August 7 and will include activities designed to meet the unique needs of griev­ ing children and adults. Costs for participation in this camping experience is $80 for the first person, $60 for the sec­ ond and $40 for each additional family. Scholarships are avail­ able for families in need. The unique needs of grieving children, adults and families will be addressed by specially trained staffcounselors, art ther­ apists and volunteers. In the car­ ing environment, children will be taught new coping skills for like changes. Using the creative outlets of art therapy, music, creative writing and drama, chil­ dren will be provided a natural outlet for the expression and Patterson Builders New Construction and Remodeling • 25 Years Experience • Fully Insured • FREE Estimates • Roofing • Pole Barns • Siding • Additions * Kitchens • Bathrooms Phone 517-852-0700 Nashville 06610390 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 28, 2005 — Page 7 Check it Out at the Vermontville Township LibraryLake O Summer reading sign up will begin on July 1, 2005. See related article in the issue. New DVD’s - The Boogey Man (R), Be Cool (PG-13), Hitch (PG-13), Tom & Jerry (NR), Snow Dogs (PG), The Aviator (PG-13), Pooh’s Heffalump Movie (G) and Racing Stripes (NR). Adult Fiction - Large Print Edition’s of the Trade Peterson Series Heirs of Montana, including: The Hope Within, Land of My Heart, The Coming Storm, and to Dream Anew, Awaken Me Darkly, by Gena Showalter; Above and Beyond, by Jim Morris; Cinderella Man, by Marc Cerasini; Hard Road to Heaven, by Mark Henry; The Vanished Man, by Jeffrey Deaver; A Table by the Window, by Lawana Blackwell; Buckskin: Double Action, by Kit Dalton; Forgotten Realms: The Icewind Dale Trilogy: Volume 1: The Crystal Shard, Volume 2: Streams of Silver, by R.A. Salvatore; Dragonback Adventures Volume 3: Dragon and Slave, by Timothy Zahn; Forgotten Realms: Legacy of the Drow (4 volume Collector’s Edition), by R.A. Salvatore; Carpe Demon: Adventures of a Demon­ Hunting Soccer Mom. Adult Non-Fiction Saving Stuff: How to Care For and Preserve Your Collectibles, Heirlooms, and Other Prized Possessions, by CALENDAR OF EVENTS June 27-30Extension Office will be closed during lunch, please call ahead. June 30 Goat Showmanship workshop, 7 p.m., at the Curtis’, call Leigh Ann for more information 517-852-0772. June 30 Dog Developmental Committee, 6:30 p.m., at Arby’s Restaurant in Hastings. June 30 4-H Teen Club Meeting, for time and location call Charles Converse, 269-948-2215. July 2 Open Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 3 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m, at Barry Expo Center. July 4 County offices closed - Celebrate Independence Day. July 6 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 6 Mandatory Youth Celebration Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Court and Law Building. July 11 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 11-12 Poultry Bam set up, 6:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. July 12 Beef & Lamb Carcass Judging, 7 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 14 Goat Bam Set Up, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. July 15 Poultry check in for fair, 12 noon-8 p.m. July 16-23 Barry County Fair. July 16 Beef and Lamb Carcass Judging, 9 a.m., Geukes Market. July 16 Non-Livestock Judging, 9 a.m., Barry Expo Center. July 16 Rabbit/Cavy check in for fair, 4 p.m. July 17 4-H Rabbit/Cavy Show. July 17 4-H Poultry Show. LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE Lee O. Stuart, M.D. Brian W. Swanton, M.D. Erica Scofield, PAC 4294 Laurel Drive Lake Odessa, MI 48849 616-374-7660 ...are pleased to welcome Laurie S. Braker, M.D. Joining Us Wednesday, July 6,2005 Dr. Braker specializes in Family Practice and takes care ofpatients ofall ages. In addition, she will be offeringprenatal care in conjunction with Hastings Gynecology and Obstetrics. She enjoys Women’s health care and Pediatrics. Our new office hours starting July 5,2005 will be MondayThursday 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. This is to make us more accessible to you before and after normal working hours. We are accepting new patients. We are also able to provide laboratory testing, X-ray, ultrasound, and bone density testing at our office. Physical therapy and coun­ seling° services are also available. _066_1_06_6_2 Don Williams; Cracking the GED, GED, by by Geoff Geoff Martz; Martz; Traveling Through Time: A Guide to Michigan’s Historical markers, by Laura Rose Ashlee, Editor. Junior Fiction A Knight’s Story Volume 1: Lake of Skulls, and Volume 2: Joust of Honor, by Paul Stewart, Bad Girls, by Alex McAulay, Animal Ark: Polars on the Path, by Ben M. Baglio; Junia B., First Grader: Shipwrecked, by Barbara Park; Nancy Drew: Where’s Nancy?, by Caroline Keene, Hank the Cowdog: The Case of the Tricky Trap, by John R. Erickson;; Inkheart, by Cornelia Funke; Vision Quest, by Terry Davis; Fear Street Nights: Moonlight Secrets, by R.L. Stine; Lizzie McQuire: All Over It, by Jasmine Jones; The Mystery of the Golden Pearls: A Halloween Adventure in Clarksville, by Amadeus; The Traveling Dog, Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas, by Cynthia Rylant; Looking for Unde Louie on the Fourth of July, by Kathy Whiteheard. Commission idfilj COUHlU on Aging Schedule of Events Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, June 29 Chicken pasta salad, cole slaw, tropical fruit. Thursday, June 30 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple, muffin. Friday, July 1 Sliced turkey, com O’Brien, plums, whole wheat bread. Monday, July 4 Happy Independence Day. No meal delivery today. Tuesday, July 5 Cubed cheddar cheese, pork and beans, pears, Rye Krisps. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, June 29 Turkey noodle casserole, broccoli, winter squash, pud­ ding. Thursday, June 30 Ham w/fruit sauce, whipped sweet potatoes, diced beets, dinner roll. Friday, July 1 Macaroni and cheese, peas and carrots, stewed tomatoes, pears. Monday, July 4 Happy Independence Day. No meal delivery today. Tuesday, July 5 Homemade chili, com, applesauce, crackers. Events Wednesday, June 29 Hastings, Nails, Outdoor Games. Delton, Reminiscence. Thursday, June 30 Hastings, Sam, Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Nashville, TV Time. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, July 1 - Hastings, Bingo; Oil Painting 9:30 a.m. Woodland, Visiting. Monday, July 4 - Fly the flag! Honor Veterans. COA closed. Independence Day. Tuesday, July 5 - Hastings Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fair to run from today to July 2 The Lake Odessa Fairgrounds are filled with dairy cows, beef cattle, trac­ tors, horses, 4-H projects, demolition cars, rides and all events that make for a great small town fair. The parade is tonight at 6 p.m. and the fair concludes with the Demolition Derby and fireworks finale on Saturday July 2. The midway opens today at noon. The heavyweight horse pull is at 2 p.m., the parade at 6, reception for grand marshals Marcia and Art Raffler at 7 and the light­ weight horse pull at 7. Wednesday, June 29, will have dairy judging at 9, mid­ way at noon, harness racing at 1 and antique tractor pull at 7:30 p.m. On Thursday, June 30, the sheep and beef judging begins at 9, midway at noon, harness racing at 1 p.m. and demo scramble track race at 7:30. Friday, July 1, will feature a youth horse show at 10, midway at noon, harness rac­ ing at 1, bobbin lace demon­ stration at 3, mud bog at 6 and talent show at 7. Saturday July 2, the draft horse show will be at 10, midway at noon, harness rac­ ing at 1, puff pedal pull and children’s games at 1, the demolition derby at 7:30 and fireworks at 10. There will be sand volley­ ball competition Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. The tournament for the Sunfield recycle youth division (anyone under 16 years of age) will be held center closed for Thursday June 30. The adult will take place holiday weekend tournament Friday and Saturday, July 1 and 2. The Sunfield Recycle The fair also will feature a Center will be closed July 2 talent show Friday, July 1, and 4 for the holiday. It will beginning at 7. There will be reopen Tuesday, July 5. The regular hours are cash prizes of $150, $100 Monday from 9 a.m. to 6 and $50 for the first three p.m., Tuesday through Friday places. The acts will be 9 to 3 and Saturday 9 to noon. judged not only by their tal­ ent but also by the crowd’s reaction. The entrance fee for the audience is $2 a person or $5 for a family. Entrance fee for the acts is $10. People who are interested in performing or who have questions should call Rachel King at 616-374-0250 by tomorrow, Wednesday, June 29. Sunfield Belles and Beaus to have reunion There will be a reunion luncheon of Sunfield Belles and Beaux square dancers at 1 p.m. Thursday July 14 at the Comer Landing Restaurant on M-66 in Ionia. RSVP to Flo Sayer at 517­ 566-8947. BARRY COUNTY RENTERS You CAN own your own home! Good/Bad or No Credit. Call Dale at WEST MICHIGAN FINANCE for a fast FREE and secure mortgage consultation. 1-877-805-1200 x6 Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MLS. 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, Broker - GRI............................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR................................................................ Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor............................................................................ Cell 269-838-2884 ACRES SOUTHWEST OF 37 & 43 JUNCTION (2+ MILES)SHOWS LIKE NEWII IF YOU ARE THINKING OF "BUILDING" CHECK THIS OUTII Built in 2000, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, more bedrooms possible in basement (partioned but not completely finished). Central air, first floor laundry, attached 2 car garage & cement drive. Call Rick or Homer for all the details. (CH-113) "MOVE IN AT CLOSE'II "FAMILY HOME' IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK OCCUPANCY AT CLOSER COMPLETELY "REDONE'II NEW LISTING: FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 'extra' lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (N-101) 3 bedrooms, 2 story, new fur­ nace, air conditioning, carpet, repainted thru out, handicap ramp, garage, mature shade. Home has been completely refur­ bished & not lived in since (like CHARLOTTE ON 2 ACRES 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set up as a *2 unit'. Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (N-l 11) 'MOVE IN' AT CLOSEI PRICE REDUCEDII NOW $60,00011 ON 2 ACRE CORNER LOT 1 MILE OFF M-79 "IN COUNTRY" Two bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic 8r furnace, home needs some repair & com­ pletions. Nice yard & circle stone drive. Call Homer. (CH-108) 2 story, 4 bedroom farm house. Some natural woodwork, new windows, garage, barn & other buildings. Call Homer. (CH-107) VACANT PARCELS: JUST LISTED: 2.2 ACRES North of Vermontville on main road. Surveyed, modulars acceptable, perked, nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Call Homer (VL-114) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country*. Great view, close to public hunting & fishing. Lots of birds 8t wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Modulars acceptable. Call Homer. (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer available. Call Homer. ( (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each ch 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer . . , (VL-109 L-109 « 1 1O)j jJ for more d,etails. _____________ v J �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday, June 28, 2005 — Page 8 Miniature animals the right fit at area hobby farm This is a one-week-old miniature horse, who when held by Teri Schrock, falls asleep in her arms. by Heather A. Reed Staff Writer When searching for an exotic animal that’s the right fit for a small hobby farm, some people look at the size of the animal, others look at the temperament and rarity, but Teri Schrock of Mini Blessings Farm found all three characteristics. Schrock, librarian at Clarksville Elementary in the Lakewood School District, shares her love of animals and far away places with the children she teaches by showing them some of the animals from Africa, India and New Zealand. She used to have school and other groups out to the farm, but the liability insurance for having children around the animals became too much. On her farm on 76th Street, Schrock has a pair of Mutjac deer named Minnie and Mickey. These deer are from Asia, stand about 18 inches high and are seven years old. They are a breed­ ing pair and Minnie is cur­ rently expecting a bay Mutjac in July. With a gesta­ tion of seven to eight months, the babies are bom weighing around two pounds. “They are so friendly, it’s like having a quiet puppy follow you around.” says Schrock while feeding Minnie some treats. “She is so ready to have her baby, she’s uncomfortable and a little shy. I have raised them and their babies for a while now and they are very much a part of the family.” Also at the farm is an eight year old wallaby named Roo. His small size makes him an easy animal to keep at the farm and Schrock is looking for a female to keep him company. Wallabies are a native marsupial to Australia and New Zealand. The Zedonk named PROPANE DRIVER NEEDED We offer competitive wages and insurance bene­ fits. Must have valid CDL Class B w/Tanker & Haz/Mat Endorsements. Dependability a MUST during winter months. Experienced preferred but willing to train right person. Good working envi­ ronment provided. Apply within (no phone calls, please). DIAMOND PROPANE 301 EAST BROADWAY, WOODLAND not a common sight, she is a asleep in her arms. In pre-historic times, striking animal, smaller then a standard horse with beauti­ small horse breeds were the ful stripes on most of her product of surviving harsh skin. She is very protective climates and limited feed. of Schrock and a bit leery of The earliest written evidence strangers with cameras. refers to mini-horses kept as Schrock has a beautiful companions for the bull Zebu from India which Hapsburg Royalty in the is an ancestor of the modem 17th century. European day Brahma. This short nobility used these horses for stature bull has the typical carts and carriage pulling. hump on his back where they Also, miniature horses were store water and fat to live off used in the shallow coal in the lean times. He is mines because of their stout extremely friendly and loves conformation and the ability to give people “kisses.” to pull weight several times Though rare in the U.S., their own. Schrock is currently looking Centuries of selective for a Zebu cow for a mate for breeding have resulted in him. miniature horses with calm Samson the Zebu lives in dispositions. They may be a pasture with a donkey and the descendants of Shetland, a miniature horse stallion named RC Colla. RC is the See HOBBY, next page Russ Bennett of Vermontville holds the Distinguished Citizen Award he received from the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department. Vermontville man honored for role in finding lost boy Russ Bennett of Vermontville was present­ ed with the Distinguished Citizen Certificate at the Eaton County Sheriff Department’s semi-annual awards ceremony, which was held June 15 during the Board of Commissioners meeting in the Eaton County court­ house. Bennett received the award for his role in find­ ing 3-year old Hunter St. John, the son of Jason and Tracy St. John of Vermontville, when the boy wandered away from his babysitter’s house April 6. The boy was last seen playing with a stray dog in his babysitter’s back yard. This male wallaby was bred in captivity but the origi- He had been missing for nal species is from New Zealand. almost three hours and the Vermontville Township fire and ambulance serv- ice, the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department and local volunteers were searching the village when Bennett scooped up Hunter as he emerged from the woods on the east side of town following the stray dog. "We are incredibly grateful and thankful for Russ taking the time, as did our entire community, in efforts to find our son, Hunter," said Tracy St. John. "It’s comforting to know that you can still trust in small communities to come together in times of tragedy." In addition to the Distinguished Citizen Award, Hunter himself also honored Bennett with a framed drawing that he made of Bennett, his grandson and himself. Farm Bureau Quick Facts • Agriculture is the second largest industry in Michigan. • More than 125 commodi­ ties are produced on a com­ mercial basis, making Michigan second only to California for largest agricul­ tural diversity. • Agriculture contributes $37 billion annually to the state’s economy. • Production agriculture and food processing busi­ nesses employ about 900,000 Michigan residents. One in five jobs in Michigan is relat­ ed to agriculture. • The Michigan farm pay­ roll exceeds $318 million a year. • Michigan ranks in the top half of all states for market value of agriculture sales. • Michigan is home to 10.1 million acres of farmland and 53,315 farmers average 189 acres. • Individuals or families own 90 percent of Michigan’s farms. Source: Michigan Statistical Office ofthe U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) and the Michigan Farm Bureau. Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16,20x20,20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 28,2005 — Page 9 Bioblitz’ takes area fauna, flora inventories by Helen Mudry StaffWriter Small teams of volunteers descended on Charlton Park Saturday for a “Bioblitz,” an inventory of the park’s flora and fauna. Team members prepared for the day’s activities with cameras, insect repellent, sun screen, sun visors, sun glass­ es, magnifying glasses, binoculars, tall boots, bot­ tled water, field guides and paper and pencil. Because of the wide vari­ ety of the park’s habitat, there were inventories of swamps, marshes, wetlands, upland woods and lake shore. There was special interest in plants the Native Americans from this area may have used for medicinal purposes. Some specimens were identified where they were found, some were carried back to the parking lot by hand or in jars where they could be identified using more advanced biology books. Some were brought back digitally, having been captured on a camera’s card. This allowed the volunteers to identify the specimens using a noninvasive method. Steve Allen of Geum Services, Inc. led the bird walk. He and his crew identi­ fied some 44 species, includ­ ing a red headed woodpecker and a juvenile bald eagle. Allen said the eagle probably didn’t nest in the park or even in Barry County, but was just working its way up the Thomapple River sys­ tem. He demonstrated how he used his bird calling talents “piching” to attack a black­ cap chickadee. Allen also led the volun­ teers on a walk to capture butterflies and other winged creatures. Dr. Gary Pierce loaned his botany books and expertise to identify plant life. He and the volunteers found at least 30 species of plants from the different habitats. The results of the BioBlitz will become part of a data base so the park can monitor the health of its habitats. HOBBY, continued from previous page Independent Bank donates check to Vermontville EMS Marcia Grant, ambulance director for Vermontville EMS, receives a check from Kammy Ritchey, manager of the Vermontville branch of Independent Bank. The employees at all Independent Bank branches in West Michigan donate $2 every time they have casual day at work. The money is then donated to the communities the banks serve. ■ Ufcfufo •3ffl WsDipr£ tai utam, ®i3t tfiirtrjjjii’ ? W tat mpi - GOOD 'TIME *■> taiskfE ■.to Mittoiins sBfe sWimiito (517) 852-1985 ■ i oil ■ n Is is ntt ! jrx toiiitolii iiiK idhttWo afrUtaW t g The Mutjac deer is a miniature deer species about the size of a Shetland Sheepdog and just as friendly and lovable, too. Icelandic Ponies, Spanish Horses, Arabs, and other breeds. By the end of the 19th century, Miniature taibRO" BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST ■ ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 s s | ^0^ | Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available 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 06605544 Horses were introduced from England to the USA to work in mines. Before 1960, there was little public awareness of this breed. In 1972 the first registry for the Miniature Horse was created. The vast majority of miniature horses have great dispositions — like lap dogs. They are good and patient with little kids. Miniature horses are bright and quick learners that are eager to please, but should be trained from early in life not to bite and kick. When asked why anyone would have a miniature ani­ mal, Schrock had much to say. “They are all sorts of reasons, some people like the cuteness of the size, some like the ease of transporting and housing the smaller ani­ mals. The food bills are less with smaller animals. They are easier for children to han­ dle and learn about responsi­ bility. Some people like hav­ ing an animal that is uncom­ mon. There are as many rea­ sons as there are animals out there.” 501 N. Hain, Nashville, MI Dining • Carry Out • Delivery Hudsonville Ice Cream All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet Sat. 7 am-10 am • Sun. 7 am-11 am w Dr.GENTLE BRAD MASSE FAMILY DENTISTRY Building A Gorgeous Smile With A Gentle Touch For The Entire Family • Your Comfort Is Our #1 Concern -Virtual Reality Movie Visors With Stereo Headphones • Complete Dental Care Including The Latest Cosmetic Treatments Such As -"Extreme Makeover” I Hour Bleaching -Tooth Colored Fillings • State-Of-The-Art Facility • Highest Quality Treatment <£ The Most Comfortable Anesthetic You’ve Ever Experienced • Same Day Emergency Care • Insurance Billed For You • New Patients Always Welcome • Financing Available • Evening Hours Offered 517.852.9150 730 South M-66 - Nashville, Ml 49073 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 28, 2005 — Page 10 Heat and fireworks hazardous for pets NOTICE TO VILLAGE RESIDENTS The Barry County Humane Society has issued a warning to pet owners about the potential dangers that take place during the summer heat. To avoid such problems, the society says to remember that pets, infants, small chil­ dren and the elderly should never be left in a parked car on warm days. Temperatures can reach 160 degrees inside cars, even if windows are cracked. Temperatures this high can cause suffering, ill- The village would like to remind all village residents that to be in accordance with the Noxious Weeds/Plants Ordinance #1010-68, they must not allow their grass/weeds to grow to more than 12" high. To accomplish this they must mow their grass at least every 2 weeks under normal growing conditions, between May 1 and November 1. If all residents work to keep the village looking nice and keep the mosquito population under control, everyone will benefit. Thank you Nashville Village Clerk 06611254 WATER QUALITY REPORT for Village of Nashville June 2005 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village of Nashville for the calendar year 2004. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water we provided to you in 2004. 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 ground­ water wells located on Sherman Street and Water Alley. The state of Michigan will be performing an assessment of our source water by 2005. We will inform you how to get a copy of this assessment report when it becomes available. * Contaminants and their presence in water: Drinking water, including bottled water, may reason­ ably 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 poten­ tial health effects can be obtained by calling the EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791. * Vulnerability ofsub-populations: Some people may be more vulnerable to contami­ nants 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 peo­ ple should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appro­ priate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1­ 800-426-4791. * 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 pres­ ence 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 treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural operations and wildlife. * Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and met­ als, which can be naturally occurring or result from runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater dis­ charges, oil and gas production, mining or farming. * Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agricultural and urban stormwater run-off. * Radioactive contaminants, which may be natu­ rally occurring or the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. * Organic chemical contaminants, including syn­ thetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by­ products of industrial processes and petroleum pro­ duction, 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 cer­ tain 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 table shown lists all drinking water contami­ nants that we detected during the 2004 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, 2004. The state allows us to monitor for certain con­ taminants less than once per year because the con­ centrations 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. Contaminant Fluoride (mg/l) 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: Pico curies 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. Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level (MRDL): The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drink­ ing water. There is convincing evidence that addi- Regulated Samples Collected from the Wells or Plant Tap Our Highest Violation Water MCL MCLG Date Likely Source of Contaminant Yes or No Results 4 0.2 4 7/27/2004 Water additive which promotes strong teeth; Erosion of natural deposits. No Erosion of natural deposits; Runoff from Arsenic * (ug/l) 0.003 10 10 2/23/2000 No Barium (mg/l) 0.132 2 2 2/23/2000 No 0.4 10 10 7/27/2004 No Nitrate orchards, and glass & electronics production waste. Erosion of natural deposits; Discharge of drilling waste, and from metal refineries. Erosion of natural deposits; Leaching of septic tanks, run off from fertilizer. * These arsenic values are effective January 23, 2006. Until then, the MCL is 50 ppb and there is no MCLG. Radiological Contaminants Sampled from the Wells or Plant Tap Gross Alpha (IRP # 1 & # 2) pCi/l Radium 226/228 (IRP # 1 & # 2) pCi/l <3 15 0 5 0 <1 7/28/2003 No 7/28/2003 No Erosion of natural deposits from certain minerals that are radioactive. ness and even death. If you cannot take the ani­ mal, child or senior adult with you where you are going, leave them at home with proper care. It should also be noted that most pets are extremely frightened by loud, unusual noises, similar to those found in fireworks. The humane society urges owners not to take pets to fireworks dis­ plays or leave them unattend­ ed when fireworks are going off. A scared pet can quickly become a terrified pet, possi­ bly jumping fences, breaking through windows or breaking a leash or chain. Every year on July 5, ani­ mal control facilities are extremely busy with lost, disoriented animals that may be injured or far from home. A few pointers to help pre­ vent problems are: 1) Keep you pet inside with someone, to feel secure. 2) Never leave your pet tied up outside, even in a fenced area. 3) If your pet gets easily upset, consider talking with your veterinarian about med­ ication to use for specific sit­ uations. The Humane Society also has announced that Tammie Fisher is this month’s winner of the $25 drawing. Tammie had her dog Hunter neutered at Green Street Veterinary Clinic and now has credit there to use during the next year for future veterinarian care. The monthly drawing is open to all Barry County res­ idents who have their pet spayed or neutered during the certain month. Erosion of natural deposits. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. ** Unregulated Samples Collected from the Wells or Plant Tap Sodium (mg/l) 15 NA NA 7/27/2004 Erosion of natural deposits. NA Haloacetic Acids 0.001 NA NA 11/3/2003 NA Byproduct of drinking water disinfection. unregulated contaminants are those for which EPA has not established drinking water standards. Monitoring helps EPA to determine where certain contaminants occur and whether it needs to regulate those contaminants. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Regulated Samples Collected from the Distribution System ,39Avg.(rang Maximum Residual e .01 thru Disinfectant (Chlorine) .73) Level (mg/l) Total Trihalomethanes (ug/l) 4 4 2004 No Water additive used to control microbes. N/A Byproduct of drinking water disinfection. N/A 80 NA 11/3/2003 N/A 60 NA 11/3/2003 SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential * Commercial • Farm Haloacetic Acids (ug/l) Contaminant Lead (ug/l) Copper (ug/l) Byproduct of drinking water disinfection. N/A More Regulated Samples Collected from the Distribution System 90th Percentile of # of sites over the Action Level (AL) Date Our Water Action Level (AL) 1PPb 15 0 9/6/2002 234 1300 0 9/6/2002 Typical source of contaminant Total Coliform Bacteria • Pumps * Tanks '• Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies V/UIIUOIUII Ul Household plumbing; Erosion of natural Bacteriological Samples Collected from the Distribution System Contaminant We stock a complete line of... Our # Detected MCL MCLG Violation Yes or No Typical source of contaminant 0 1 positive monthly sample (or 5% of monthly samples 0 No Naturally present in the environment. WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 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. MCLGs 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 tion of disinfectant is necessary for the control of microbial contaminants. Maximum Residual Disinfection Level Goal (MRDLG): The level of drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLG’s do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contami­ nants. 06611218 Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 3 § 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, June 28. 2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale ,i81^ ^ Kfe Kb *S? 'Wat 11 Kit* Witt n •Wifcasiji, ftiUinEju & Utah I'm ttilnha BE ispifi IBBE piifcsBa is. 11*1 ([titeiWiiij'to!tail) liii ia)i ^ii raalta ik ram W num S0G011 Garage Sale For Rent BUY AS CHEAP AS YOU CAN RENT! 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(517)719-8062 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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. 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YOUR HELP IS NEEDED!!! a/T^Wdirection ->nu' • edical Massage Therapy e-Leaming Programs offered Convenient funding options available Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan & Indiana dries ommo Click or call for more information Toll Free: 888-285-9989 www.BlueHeronAcaderny.com - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 Surveys and information for development of Village Master Plan are available in Village office at 203 N. Main. These surveys are to be filled out and returned by no later than July 15, 2005. These surveys are for the pur­ pose of community input toward the future development of our area. There will be a Master Plan Visioning Session August 2, 2005, at 7:00 at the Village Office at 203 N. Main, Community involvement in this meeting is a necessity. 06610549 Nashville Planning Commission WATER QUALITY REPORT FOR THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE June 2005 This report covers the drinking water quality for the Village of Vermontville, Michigan, for the calendar year 2004. This information is a snapshot of the quality of the water that we provided to you in 2004. Included are details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state standards. Your water comes from three 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 Protection Program (WHP). The company of Fleis and VandenBrink did the work on the program to get it approved with the State. We have a cit­ izen advisory panel composed of citi­ zens, Council Members, Township and County Officials. Contaminant * Contaminants and their pres­ ence In water: Arsenic lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800426-4791). * Sources of drinking 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 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 pres­ ent in source water include: ‘ Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which MCL 0.01 mgl MCLG None nents, including synthetic and MCLGs allow for a margin of safety. volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial (MCL): The highest level of contamiprocesses and petroleum produc- nant that is allowed in drinking water. tion, and can also come from gas MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as stations, urban stormwater runoff feasible using the best available treatand septic systems. ment technology. Inorder to ensure that tap water is N/A: Not applicable NO: Not safe to drink, EPA prescribes regula-detectable at testing limit ppb; parts per tions that limit the amount of certain billion or micrograms per liter ppm; contaminants in water provided by pub- parts per milion or milligrams perliter lic water systems. Food and Drug pCi/1: picocuriesper liter (ameasure of Administration regulations establish lim- radiation). Action Level: The concentration of a its for contaminants in bottled water contaminant which, if exceeded, trig­ which provide the same protection for gers treatment or other requirements public health. that a water system must follow. Water Quality Data The State allows us to monitor for The table shown lists all drinking water contaminants that we detected some contaminants less than once per during the 2004 calendar year. The year because the concentrations of presence of these contaminants in the these contaminants do not change frequently. Some of Typical Source of Our Water Sample Violation our data, though Contaminant Y/N Date representative, Is Erosion of natural deposits N 11/03/03 .005 mgl more than one orchards, glass. year old. Discharge of Drilling wastes & N 0.22 ppm Aug 2000 Drinking water, 2 ppm 2 ppm Barium including bottled erosion of natural deposits Unregulated con­ water, may rea­ Erosion of natural deposits N .2 mg/l 9/8/2004 .1 mg/l taminant monitor­ Fluoride 4 mg/l sonably be aluminum & fertilizer factories ing helps EPA to expected to con­ determine where tain at least small Unregulated contaminant certain contami­ amounts of some Erosion of natural deposits N 9/8/2004 32 mg/l nants occur and N/A N/A Sulfate contaminants. whether it needs The presence of to regulate those contaminants Number of Samples Our Water(*) Sample Date Action Level Contaminant contaminants. does not neces­ Over Action Level Is our sarily indicate the water system 1 4ppb June 2003 15 ppb Lead water poses a meeting other health risk. More 0 rules that govern 0 ppm June 2003 1.3 ppm Coppr information about our operations? contaminants and (*) 90 percent of samples at or below this level The State and potential health may come from sewage treatment water does not necessarily indicate that EPA require us to test our water on a effects can be obtained by calling the plants, septic systems, agricultural the water poses a health risk. Unless regular basis to ensure its safety. EPA’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at We met all the monitoring and reportlivestock operations and wildlife. otherwise noted, the data presented in (800-426-4791). * Inorganic contaminants, such this table is from testing done January ing requirements for 2004. * Vulnerability of sub-populations: We are committed to providing you as salts and metals, which can be nat- 1 -December 31,2004. The State allows Some people may be more vulnerable urally occurring or result from urban us to monitor for certain contaminants safe, reliable and healthy water. We are to contaminants in drinking water than stormwater runoff, industrial or less than once per year because the pleased to provide you with this inforthe general populations. Immuno-comdomestic wastewater discharges, oil concentrations of these contaminants mation to keep you fully informed about promised persons such as persons with and gas production, mining or farm- are not expected to vary significantly your water. We will be updating this cancer undergoing chemotherapy, per­ from year to year. Ail of the data is rep-report annually, and will also keep you ing.. sons who have undergone organ trans­ ★Pesticides and herbicides, resentative of the water quality, but informed of any problems that may plants, people with HIV/AIDS or other occur throughout the year, as they may which may come from a variety of some are more than one year old. immune systems disorders, some elder­ happen. sources such as agricultural and ly and infants can be particularly at risk Terms and abbreviations used For more Information about your residential uses. from infections. These people should Maximum Contaminant Level Goal ★Radioactive contaminants, (MCLQsi: The level of a contaminant in water, or the contents of this report, seek advice about drinking water from contact Monte O'Dell at the Village which are naturally occurring. their health care providers. EPA/CDC drinking water below which there is no * Organic chemical contami- known or expected risk to health. Garage or call 517-726-1444. 06611010 guidelines on appropriate means to �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, June 28, 2005 — Page 12 Barnabas Ministries help high risk youth by Molly Benningfield J-Ad Graphics Intern Mentors at Barnabas Ministries of Barry County are working to reach out to high-risk youths by helping them through tough times in their lives. Michelle Bechler said those who are high-risk are usually working with five or more factors, compared to atrisk, which usually finds one-in-four. Factors for being at-risk are many and varied. They range from location, level of income, schooling, divorce in parents or drug and alco­ hol use in either the youth or the parent. Those whom are high-risk don’t often function in groups and are often atten­ tion-getters, Bechler said. Barnabas Ministries start­ ed ten years ago with a Bible study in Holland, and now the group has four locations — in Holland, Zeeland, Allegan and Hastings. The group noticed that Barry County does not have a juvenile detention center. Bechler said the ministry’s purpose was not to step on the toes of other community service groups; they wanted to fit in to help. Since then, the non-profit group has paired adult men­ tors with those who need the most help: 10- to 18-yearolds with high-risk factors. Bechler said most parents come to the group, instead of the other way around. “Our desire is not to say you need help, we’re not here to take away individual dignity,” Bechler said. The group also doesn’t function as a parent substi­ tute. Instead, a mentor is “not a parent, they’re a friend,” Bechler said. “As you go into the teen years, you don’t always want a parent, but still need a parent figure.” Results show this type of mentoring has been quite effective. Barnabas Ministries gives surveys to the parent, mentor and youth; both in pre-test and post-test. Post-test surveys are given at six months and at the yearly mark. The results then are compared and volunteers fig­ ure out the next step. The group is religiouslybased, but does not discrimi­ nate against youths that aren’t Christian, nor does it HABITAT, continued from page 1 teach solely from the Bible. “Our desire is to give kids an encounter with God; we don’t discriminate,” Bechler said. “We’re never going to say, ‘you have to believe in God’.” Bechler also said that becoming religious is not necessarily the thing they’re trying to promote. Rather, it is the idea of involving the youth in something; in this case, going to church. However, she does require the mentors to be Christian and go to church regularly. “Research shows that if a kid goes to church one or two hours a week, it increase pos­ itive behavior,” Bechler said. The need to feel a belong­ ing is something inherent in Habitat homeowner Sharon Lynd presents the Curtis-VanMeters with a Bible for everyone, Bechler said. “When they don’t belong to their new home, a Habitat for Humanity tradition. a community, they can dis­ tance themselves.” many hundreds of people Brown then introduced Church, who had a work For those who would like worked to make this a reali­ Gary Russell, who led the crew out here for a whole to be involved in the process, there will be a meeting on ty,” he added. “The volun­ work crews on the construc­ week; they helped out a lot and all the groups, and indi­ June 30 at 6:45 p.m. in the teers who came out here to tion site. “There were a lot of good viduals, Don, Gary... every­ community room of the work on constructions, the Hastings City Bank. Training groups and individuals who people who came together to one who helped.” for mentorship also will donated their money, their work on this place. It was an “The house belongs to the begin at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 6 at skills and their service to amazing experience, very parents, they will be making the First Baptist Church. make this home a reality. special,” said Russell before the payments, but it is really “We’re certainly proud of he presented the Curtis- the kids who benefit from the work crews that helped VanMeter family with keys this home,” said Brown. build this house; they did a to their new home. “For the first time in their good job. If you look around Christina Curtis spoke on life, they have a place ofper­ you will find that it is as behalf of her entire family, manence. May you have good a quality home as you “We want to thank every­ many, many years of happy will find anywhere,” said body, especially the Eaton life in your new home.” Brown. 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"There’s only so many absent, the Maple Valley The $1,061,393 deficit times you can go dipping Board of Education voted was covered in part by a into that savings account,” unanimously last week to $766,706 reserve fond bal­ Kramer said. “You’re dip­ approve the amended 2004­ ance transfer, leaving a ping into by $400,000 this 2005 general fund food serv­ $294,687 unreserved deficit. year and $200,000 last year, ice and athletic budgets and Capital expenditures dur- the year we just did. You the proposed 2005-2006 ing the 2004-2005 fiscal year can’t keep doing that," he general fond, food service included the board room, said. So what the district is and athletic budgets as pre­ improvements to Kellogg going to be hearing from me sented by business manager School and the purchase of a is, within the course of the Darryl Sydlowski. new bus. next year I will be keeping a The amended 2004-2005 The 2005 —2006 general close eye on where the state budget for the district saw a fond budget adopted by the funding is and unless things $110,002 decrease in pro­ board with $13,141,911 in change, I can’t come back to jected revenues due to antic­ projected revenues and you as a board next year and ipated reimbursements from $13,624,049 in expenditures ask you to transfer another the Eaton County leave a deficit of $482,138 to 400 or 500 thousand dollars. Intermediate School (EISD) be covered by a reserve fond I’ll say, ‘We’re going to for special education and transfer. have to make some adjust­ speech therapy being Superintendent Kim ments in what we do.’ What delayed until next school Kramer noted the district can is that? I don’t know. I’ll year. There was a $237,196 not afford to continue to have to have some input increase in expenditures due keep dipping into the from the staff as to what we in large part to a $244,478 reserved general fond bal- can do if that happens." increase in transportation ance and unless there is an The 2005-2006 general and utility costs, plus salary increase in state funding, the fund budget revenues are increases due to contract set- district would have to look at based on the following tlements and step incre­ making cuts similar to those assumptions: a student blend ments, the retirement rate made by other districts in the of 1,6686, a foundation increasing from 12:99% to area in an attempt to balance allowance of $6,875, 18 mills non-homestead mill­ age, EISD reimbursement for 2004-2005 special educa­ tion transportation and speech costs, and federal grants stay consistent with what they were in 2004-2005. The 2005-2006 general fond budget expenditures were based on the following assumptions: salary increas­ es due to the contract settle­ ment and step increments, an increase in the retirement rate from 14.87% to 16.34%, insurance premiums increas­ ing by approximately 16%, increased gas and utility costs, and proposed capital expenditures, including repairs to the junior-senior high school roof, Fuller Street Elementary parking lot and the purchase of a van. Expenses that were deferred included the pur­ chase of a new bus for $58,000; repair to the roof of Maplewood Elementary, $13,000; storage building at the bus garage, 435,000; new clocks at the high school, $13,000; paving the parking lot at Fuller, $30,000 and technology expenses, $71,500. The amended 2004-2005 athletic budget showed a $19,500 difference between the projected revenues of $64,500 and actual revenues of $45,000 and a $71,872 increase in expenditures from the projected $595,627 to the actual $667,499. The 2005-2006 athletic fond budget projects $52,425 in total revenues, with total expenditures of $298,375, the difference of which will be covered with a $240,000 general fond transfer. The amended food service budget for 2004—2005 shows a difference of $20,8114 between the projected rev­ enues of $545,889 and the actual revenues of $525,075 and a $63,603 increase in expenses from the projected $528,759 and the actual $592,362. The 2005-2006 food serv­ ice budget shows a projected $543,050 in total revenues and $542,042 in projected expenditures leaving a sur­ plus of $1,010. Neighborhood Watch signs up in Nashville Lawbreakers in the village of Nashville can’t say they were not warned, now that the village’s fledgling Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram has posted Neighborhood Watch signs on all the major roads leading into town. The Neighborhood Watch program has been raising money, and will continue to do so, in order to purchase the signs, decals, and logos for the community. Last week Nashville police officer Jerry Schray, and Neighborhood Watch volun­ teers Janet and Jim Jarman installed the first nine Neighborhood Watch signs throughout the village. Dianne Bowden, the pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of the Maple Valley Community Center ofHope, which spear­ headed the formation of the Janet Jarman and Dianne Bowden, the pastor of watch program with the help Nashville United Methodist Church and executive direc­ of the Nashville police tor of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, department, said that it was stand next to one of the Neighborhood Watch signs the goal ofthe citizens in that they, and other volunteers installed around the village of group to have the first signs Nashville last week. installed before July 4. In June, Barry County SheriffDar Leafmet with the Nashville group and spoke about how they can be active participants in the Barry County Neighborhood Watch • Local grad brings athletic training to Program. Pennock position Anyone interested in par­ • Kalamazoo Speedway will host ticipating in the Neighborhood Watch pro­ ‘Good Neighbor Night’ gram can call the Nashville • Road work on M-66 to end Friday police department’s non­ • Community Center plans set hours emergency number (517) 852-9866 to find out who • Lions spend week in sun for more their block captain is. The success come fall block captain will follow up and add them to the team. In This Issue Community Center of Hope to celebrate 1st anniversary The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), located in downtown Nashville at the corner of Washington and Main streets will celebrate its first anniver­ sary with a covered dish dinner at 7 p.m. Monday, July 18, before its annual meeting. All MVCCOH board members, volunteers and interested members of the community are invited to attend. For more information call (517) 852-2043. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday. July 5, 2005 — Page 2 v GOOD TIME PIZZA Don't Be A Fatalist 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 IT £ U/ 0 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK It is sometimes tempting to be a fatalist that is, to believe that events are fated to happen a certain way no matter what we do. There are even popular sayings that express a fatalist ten­ W MS dency, sudi as "when it's your time to go, you're OW going to go." Some may even be tempted to HAPPEN!’ accept fatalism on theological grounds. That is, some people believe that God's perfect knowledge of the future (including what we will do) the notion offree wffl a dubious or illuso­ ry concept But, does the fact that God knows what we will do constrain us to do it? By no means. A parent may know that their child will come home on time, but (hat knowledge alone does not make the child come home on time. God's knowledge ofdie future may be per­ God,give us grace fect and yet not cause us to do what He knows foaraptWi seremh' thuthinj we will do. And, isn't itjust plain obvious that that cannotbe many ofthe things we do contribute to our fates? For example, whether we smoke or engage in I change the tilings other harmful activities affects our health and longevity. In addition, whether we wear our seat [which should be belt and drive safely plays a big role as well wisdom to distin­ God may know die day and die hour ofour guish the one hum death, but God's knowledge doesn't cause our the othe death. On die contrary, depending on die lifestyle choices we make, we may be responsible for our own death. We should try to live in such a way that we prevent unnecessary suffering, insofar as that is possible. 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Worship ......... ....... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship .... P.M. Worship....... ....... 11 a.m. ................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School......................... 9:45 Morning Worship................. 11 a.m. 6 E.vening Worship 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 Church Service .................... 9 a.m.CONGREGATIONAL Sunday School.............. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s 3 Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO .UNITED METHODIST CHURCH W.orship Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road CHURCH (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 a.m. Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 Fellowship Time After Worship PASTOR GEORGE GAY Shus f MS W Chwmm ta 9 202 H. Main St, Nashville, MI 49073 Sun.-Thurs. 6 am-2 pm; FYi. fit Sat. 6 am-8 pm 'V HAPPY TRAILS... THE GARDNERS: SHIRLEY AND RICHARD A A eMi sM Aft. ffn yfr LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE ft 517-852-2500 Insured ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES v NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service..................................7 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 ce............ 9:45 a.m. Worship Servic Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. MACE PHARMACY 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 HOURS: Monday-Friday 9 am to 6 pm; Saturday 9 am to 1 pm @ WOLEVER’S Real Estate Elsie E. Wolver 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Vermontville, MI Res. 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 Broker QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... Worship............................ 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 203 N. State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ............. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .......... 11XX) a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. . Nancy Fancher, Pastor . Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Mlnds-Open Doors rm y 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 11:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �he e Maple ap e Valley a ey News, ews, Nashville, asv e, Tuesday, uesay, July uy 5,2005 , — Page age 3 _ _ Local grad brings athletic training to Pennock position by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Amy Pennington, a 2000 graduate of Maple of Maple Valley High School and a recent graduate of Michigan State University, is just beginning her career as a personal trainer at Pennock Hospital’s Health and Wellness Center in Hastings. Yet she brings a wealth of experience as both a champi­ onship athlete and coach. After four years of eligi­ bility on MSU’s Big 10 championship women’s var­ sity women’s rowing team, sitting in the stroke seat her junior and senior years, Pennington stuck around one more year to serve as a vol­ unteer coach for this year’s MSU rowing team that won the Big 10 championship and went on to place 10th in the NCAA Championships this spring. Thornapple Kellogg High School graduate and Big Ten Women’s Rowing Athlete of Year Erin Robertson was a member of that team. "I just wanted to give something back to the team that has done so much for me," said Pennington, who earned a full-ride scholarship for being a member of the rowing team. Pennington said she also enjoyed traveling around the country with her team com­ peting in Seattle, Sand Francisco, Tennessee, Iowa, Princeton and Philadelphia to name just a few. She added that her parents, John and Kathy, never missed a we’d do weight lifting two days a week and we had indi­ vidual workouts." Rowing is similar to track in that they compete in long distance races in the fall and short distances or sprints in the spring. She said the crew’s only "off season" was November and December, when they would only train about eight hours a week. Pennington said MSU helps its freshman athletes Amy Pennington of learn to balance their athletic Nashville has joined the training and their studies by staff at Pennock Health requiring all freshman athand Wellness Center as a letes to participate in ten personal trainer. hours of structured study hall every week. competition in the four years Pennington’s rowing team she competed. Amy Pennington (wearing bandana, in first seat) with the Michigan State University won the Big 10 Pennington, who played Championships her junior Women’s rowing team during the 2003 NCAA Championship. softball and basketball all year, placed in the top three Pennington currently is four years at Maple Valley was invited to the NCAA High School, had never par­ Championship all four years offering a strength and con­ ticipated in rowing or crew she competed, and took ditioning program for ath­ and had no plans to partici­ fourth in the national cham­ letes 13 to 18 years of age. The program is two hours, pate in sports at MSU until pionship during her sopho­ two days week from mid­ Kalamazoo Speedway Pit gates open at 3 p.m., the rowing team recruited more year. Barry and with practice beginning at 5 July to mid-August. welcomes her. "Ofthe 12 teams invited to Participants will weight Calhoun County residents for p.m. Racing starts at 7 p.m. "Basically they recruit participate in the national train, condition and talk its fourth “Good Neighbor sharp. freshman athletes. They ask championship during the Kalamazoo Speedway, about nutrition for perform­ Night.” you to ‘walk on’ and they past two years, four of them Any Barry or Calhoun located just south of “D” ance. The cost is $55. teach you how to row," she have been Big 10," said County resident (with a valid Avenue on Ravine Road, is For more information call ID or driver’s license) Michigan’s only NASCARsaid. "They start out with Pennington. (269) 948-3139. receives half off admission to sanctioned short track. At about 150 women and then That’s significant, consid­ the track on Saturday, 3/8-mile, it is also the fastest they cut it down to 40. A lot ering that rowing is a sport August 13. The reduced oval track of its size in the of people quit, but I decided that has long been associated admission is $5 for'adults world. I liked it and I was moved up and dominated by the East and $2.50 for children 17 and Opened in 1950, the track to varsity my freshman Coast Ivy League colleges younger. has been under the owner­ year." where crew has long been a Barry & Calhoun County ship of the Howe family The training schedule popular sport. residents will have the since the 2001 season. For could be grueling, according opportunity to see dozens of more information, including Pennington said women’s to Pennington. rowing is becoming more Members of the Maple drivers in all four classes a schedule of races and spe­ "ht the fall we’re on the popular in midwestem col- Valley graduating Class of from their own hometowns cial events, call 269-692­ water six days a week, some­ leges and their crew teams 1970 would like to invite during a full night of 2423 or log on to www.kalamazoospeedway.com. times at 5:30 in the mom- are starting to move up the Maple Valley High School NASCAR 4-in-l racing. graduates from any class, ing," she said. "We’d do ranks. three hours in the water, plus "I guess we’re just com­ current or retired faculty, staff, or anyone living in the petitive," she said. Maple Valley area to attend Combined with bachelor their 35th reunion dance at The Place to Gofor Professional Styling sgK of science degree in kinesol- the Mulberry Fore clubhouse, MR starting Monday, July 18. ogy, specializing in athletic starting at 8:30 MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN at 8:30 p.m. A volunteer will be at the HAIR STYLING community center to answer administration, Pennington Saturday, July 23. Kyle Christopher will be phone and any questions and is using her experience as Open Tuesday — Friday both a championship athlete the DJ for the event. There help community members. S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. The MVCCOH is current- and coach to design fitness will a cash bar and no cover ly conducting a survey or programs for patrons of the charge. Mulberry Fore is |06605469 area residents to determine Pennock’s Health and located at 955 North M-66 Highway in Nashville. what programs and services Wellness Center. are needed and wanted by members of the community that the center and its volun­ teers can provide. Kalamazoo Speedway will host ‘Good Neighbor Night’ Class of 70 reunion dance will be July 23 ^-Diana’s ^Pteoe Community Center plans set hours The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), located at the comer of Main and Washington in downtown Nashville, will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown Hastings on State St. DIGITAL STEREO 945-SHOW 1-517-852-9481 0 No passes Visa & MasterCard accepted Unlimited Free Drink Refills & .25e Corn Refills! 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Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Juat Say *A» Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday July 5, 2005 — Page 4 Duane M. Dietrick NASHVILLE - Duane M 74, of Nashville, died Tuesday. June 28,2005. Mr. Dietrick was bom August 28. 1930, in Charlotte, the son of Melvin and Ethel (Fisher) Dietrick. Duane served in U.S. Air Force and had worked as a Fuel Station Attendant. He enjoyed fishing, golf, tinkering with automobiles Dietnck. Taylor Hamel and traveling. He is survived by his wife Non L. (Atherton) Dietnck; daughters. Sue (Jack) Raymond of Hastings and Diana Dietrick of Nashville; five grandchildren; and brothers, Raymond Dietnck of Leesburg, Florida, Elwyn Dietrick of Woodland; and sisters, Ruth Ann Fosnight of Dimondale, Marlene Helman ofNorth Carolina. A Graveside service was held Saturday, July 2, 2005 at West Carmel Cemetery in Charlotte. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at www .pray funeral. com Community center benefit golf outing FAYETTEVILLE, NC Taylor Hamel, age 10, of Fayetteville, NC, formerly of Hastings, passed away sud­ Saturday, Aug. 6, is the denly Friday, July 1, 2005. Services pending at Daniels date for the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope Funeral Home, Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services; You pick it up & return it Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-108 (MVCCOH) golf outing, which will open with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville. The outing will raise funds for the continued operation of the MVCCOH in Nashville, which is the umbrella organization for the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf and other community-ori­ ented programs. The cost of the golf out­ ing is $50 per person for a two-person team. On the day of the event, the golfers will draw for the other twomember team with which they will be playing. The cost includes 18 holes of golf .and a hamburger luncheon with drinks. Teams should register by Wednesday, July 20. There will be door prizes, raffles and prizes awarded. Organizers are looking for hole sponsors and prizes of fund donations. For more information, to sign up as a team or a spon­ sor or to make a donation, call Russ Keech at (517) 852-9845. Janelie Decker in the new massage room at Jamie’s Nail Garden in Vermontville. Massage therapist joins Jamie’s Nail Garden staff by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Since Nashville resident Janelie Decker joined the staff at Jamie’s Nail Garden in Vermontville, residents no longer have to leave town to enjoy the benefits of a Swedish massage. Decker, who has been offering Swedish massage at Jamie’s Nail Garden since mid-June, earned her certifi­ cation from Olympia Institute in Kalamazoo in January. "It’s great for relaxation, stress relief and it helps with circulation," said Jamie Platte, the owner of Jamie’s Nail Garden. Swedish massage, a term that refers to a variety of techniques designed to relax muscles through the applica­ tion ofpressure against deep­ er muscles and bones, rub­ bing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart, has been credit­ ed with a number of health benefits. Devotees claim that the massage shortens recovery time for muscle strains by flushing the lactic acid, uric acid and other metabolic waste from the tissues as it increases circulation without increasing stress on the heart. They also say to help stretch tendons and ligaments and keep them pliable, stimulate the skin and the nervous sys­ tem while simultaneously soothing the nerves. Advocates also say that mas­ sage reduces both physical and emotional stress. Decker said she got into massage therapy because she wanted to help people. "I’ve just known so many people who have gotten a massage and said that they felt ten times better after­ wards," she said. Decker is offering Swedish massage from 10 a.m. to 2p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Jamie’s Nail Garden is located at 157 S. Main St. in Vermontville. Call (517) 726-0330 for an appoint­ ment. Walk-ins are also wel­ come. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or a ! 1-800-870-7085 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. “Our F il'y'AS,erving 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 (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Managcr Want to know where to get this information? From student loons to buying surplus government property, all kinds of government information are just a click or call away. WANT TO RENEW YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE? FlRSTGOVgov WANT WEATHER FORECASTS? 1 (800) FED-INFO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 5,2005 — Page 5 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Extension Office will be closed during lunch, please call ahead. July 6 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 6 Mandatory Youth Celebration Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Court and Law Building. July 11 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 11 Fair Superintendent Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry County Expo Center. July 11-12 Poultry Bam set up, 6:30 p.m., Barry Expo “Get Ready to Smell the Popcorn July 1-31 Center. Beef & Lamb Carcass Judging, 7 p.m., at Barry Expo Center. July 13 Pop Can Fundraiser Meeting, 7 p.m., Court & Law Bldg. July 14 Goat Bam Set Up, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. July 14 Non-Livestock Judging Set up, 6 p.m., Fair Grounds. July 15 Poultry check in for fair, 12 noon-8 p.m. July 16-23 Barry County Fair. July 16 Beef and Lamb Carcass Judging, 9 a.m., Geukes Market. July 16 Non-Livestock Judging, 9 a.m., Barry Expo Center. July 16 Rabbit/Cavy check in for fair, 4 p.m. July 17 4-H Rabbit/Cavy Show. July 17 4-H Poultry Show. July 12 Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. 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The Calhoun County Road Commission is one of only eight Road Conoemmoissioonnsy s across the State to receive a grant intended to promote the use of blended fuels biodiesel made from soybeans. Over the next year the Road Commission will use a mixture ofa 20 percent blend of biodiesel and 80 percent, petro diesel in several of its fleet vehicles and heavy equipment. The grant funds will cover the additional costs that may occur from using the biodiesel. In return for the funds, the Road Commission will keep detailed cost records of vehicle maintenance and operatCommission CoUlllU on Aging Schedule of Events Commission of Aging Cold Meal Wednesday, July 6 Ham salad spread, marinat­ ed vegetables, peaches, whole wheat bread. Thursday, July 7 Sliced pork w/Swiss, pota­ to salad, mandarin oranges, whole wheat bread. Friday, July 8 Hard boiled eggs, broccoli bacon salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. Monday, July 11 Ham and pasta salad, peas and peanut salad, pineapple. Tuesday, July 12 Roast beef w/cheese, three bean salad, apricots, whole wheat bread. Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, July 6 Baked chicken w/gravy, stuffing, peas, stewed toma­ toes, jello. Thursday, July 7 Shepard’s pie, Brussels sprouts, peaches, wheat bread. Friday, July 8 Turkey salad, Spanish bean salad, fruit parfait, croissant. Monday, July 11 Chicken-broccoli casserole w/cheese, waxed beans, apri­ cots, wheat bread. Tuesday, July 12 Italian pasta salad, marinat­ ed carrots, tropical fruit, cookie. Events Wednesday, July 6 Hastings, Nails, Music with Charlie, Euchre 12:30 p.m. Thursday, July 7 Hastings, Walking Club, Vegas Party. Nashville, TV Time. Delton, Puzzles/ Trivia. Friday, July 8 - Hastings, Bingo; Oil Painting 9:30 a.m. Woodland, Visiting. Monday, July 11 Hastings, Beading, 5 p.m., Music with Sam, July Birthday Party, Card Making 12:30 p.m., Crafts 10 a.m. Delton Bingo. H,W,N, Reminiscence. Tuesday, July 12 - Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m. ing characteristics so the impact of the biodiesel can be assessed. Road Commission Chair Chet Travis said, “This is another example of the Calhoun County Road Commission’s continuing efforts to try new materials and practices in order to make available road funds stretch farther.” Managing Director Dennis Randolph noted “The Road Commission has continually tried out new techniques to try to make our operation more efficient and effec­ tive.” He also noted “This is another in our continuing efforts to support the agricul­ tural business along with our work with the Ag Preservation Board, and our Master Planning to preserve Calhoun County’s farm For land.” Randolph also noted “exhaust from vehicles using the biodiesel product has a popcorn like odor, so citi­ zens will be able to tell when one of our vehicles is using the product.” The Road Commission plans to begin use ofthe soy­ bean based biodiesel (B20) within the next week. Farm Bureau Quick Facts Ice Cream It takes 12 pounds of whole milk to make one gal­ lon of ice cream. Vanilla is America’s favorite ice cream flavor. Nearly 80 percent of supermarket ice cream sales are packaged in half-gallon containers. Ice cream’s origins go back as far as the second cen­ tury B.C. Historians estimate that ice cream evolved from flavoring frozen snow with fruit juices, to what we know know as ice cream, some- where around the 16th centu­ ryFederal regulations say that ice cream must have at least 10 percent milkfat. Gourmet or premium ice cream has at least 12 percent milkfat. Total U.S. production of ice cream and related frozen desserts in 2004 amounted to about 1.6 billion gallons, translating to about 21.5 quarters per person. Source: International Dairy Foods Association. Cobb everything from business Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair cards and brochures Richard Cobb • David Cobb call J-Ad 517-726-0377 Graphics (269) 945-9554 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06605544 Hastings Orthopedic Clinic, P.C. Dr. Dr. Dr. Dr. Kenneth S. Merriman, M.D. Daryl S. Larke, M.D. Eric S. Leep, D.O. James L. Horton, Jr., D.O. 840 Cook Road Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-9520 • 800-596-1005 . . . are pleased to welcome “Mari” Benit, PA-C Mari joined our practice on June 6, 2005 She will be working with Dr. Leep specializing in physical, sports medicine and rehabilitation. Mari grew up in Russia and came to the United States where she attended Grand Valley State University and earned her B.S. and Masters Degrees. Our Office Hours Are: 7:00AM - 4:30PM Monday - Friday We are accepting new patients. We also provide: general orthopedic surgery, X-ray and physical therapy. �Juat Say "A* Advartaod in the Maple Vaftey News' Tiiaariay. July 5.2005 — Pape 6 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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At call (517)852-9948, 5pm-9pm the front counter. or leave message. 80 YARDS/BERBER CARPET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 Coo! offwi th one of our 10% Off I Jrtnlai Your Meat! Oflcr expires 7/19/015 955 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville 517-8524)106 1IIl1I* OA H IHI II P w-PIbb l/IVuffAlilI e I lIe I"bHYi V I <e>na» Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MLS, 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lanslng-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Rick Winegar, Realtor NASHVILLE BRICK HOME •TURN OF THE CENTURY" 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set up as a *2 unit*. Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at dose. Cal) Homer. 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(CH-108) Home 517-726-0223 Home 517-852-5066 Cell 269-838-2884 'FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 'extra' lot. Make an offer. Cal) Rick for more information. (N-101) buildings. Call Homer. (CH-107) VACANT PARCELS: JUST LISTED: 2.2 ACRES North of Vermontville on main road. Surveyed, modulars acceptable, perked nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Call Homer (VL-114) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACMES*. PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country" Great v view, close to public hunting fit Ashing. Lots of birds fir wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. C311 Rick* (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Modulars acceptable. Call Homer. (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water fir sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer k for more details. (VL-109 & 110). Help Wanted DRIVER: additional CDL-A drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A license. Good working environment. (616)248-/729 Miscellaneous LOSE THAT EXTRA FIVE POUNDS! TIGHTEN AND FIRM YOUR BODY! GAIN Y EXTRA ENERGY! YOUR OWN ONLINE PERSONAL TRAINER! www.fullbodycoaching.com Wanted $195 WOOD FOUR POST HUNTING BED (new) with king pillow- WANTED: top mattress set. Cost $1,000. LAND TO LEASE. MA­ TURE SENIOR WITH 60+ (517)204-0600 YEARS OF VALUE, IN­ MEMORY FOAM BED: SURED, FULL RELEASE queen size, original plastic, OF LIABILITY AND POST­ SLEIGH BED: queen cherry Visco foam, still wrapped, ING OFFERED. MANY RECALL MAX, wood with pillowtop mat- never used. Will sell FERNCES. (517)627-9899 tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 $325/best. (517)227-2986 BLACK DIRT 10 yards de­ livered, $110; fill sand 10 yard load delivered, $70 to Hastings, Nashville, Wood­ land; also bulldozing. Call (269)948-2909. DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? rices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. LEGAL NOTICE OAK RAISED PANEL BED: king size, includes pillowtop mattress, box springs, 1 month old. Sell $195. (517)719-8062 Lawn & Garden AQUATIC PLANTS: Water Lillies & LOTUS, Goldfish & Koi, liners, rs, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., Landscapin 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. (616)698-1030. Open MonFri., 9am-5:30pm; Sat., 9am2pm. QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS, FORECLOSURE NOTICE This Darrell Hamilton, (517)852- Real Estate HMS Household HOUSE OF FURNITURE: 4 rooms, living room, dining, bedroom, den, 2 months old. Oak four post bed, colonial table, chairs, misc., drop leaf table. Cost $6,000. Sell $2,500/best. (517)207-0600 Business Services Spirits Available! Bring in thin Ad to Get For Rent firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Shirley M. Wilkins, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc., a Missouri Corporation Mortgagee, dated December 30, 2004 and recorded January 4, 2005 in Instrument No. 1139666 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Three Cents ($82,877.53) including interest 9.8% 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, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM. on Thursday, August 4, 2005. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 5 of Block 10 of Assessor's Plat No. 3 of the Village of Middleville according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 11. Commonly known as 308 Grand Rapids Street, Middleville Ml 49333 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. Dated: JUNE 28, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc. Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo 4 Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 05-35826 ASAP710428 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 „, PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newtpaper I* Muhjccl to the Fair Hornung Ad and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ tion baaed on race, color, religion, aet. handicap, familial xtatun. national origin, age or martial atatut. or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination “ Familial Matin includes children under the age of IK living with parent* or legal cutlodiana. pregnant women and people securing custody of children under IK. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real cMalp which is in violation of the law. Our read­ ers arc hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper arc available on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center al 616-451-2980. The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1 -KOO-927-9275. 9691. 00871010 Attention Kalamo Township Residents Applications for Deferment of Summer 2005 Taxes The Township of Kalamo is currently accepting applications for summer 2005 tax deferments. To qualify, a household Income cannot exceed $25,000. The applicant must also be 62 years of age or older, paraplegic, quadriplegic, eligible service person, veteran, widow or widower, blind or totally and permanently disabled. Those that farm agricultural real property may also qualify. Requests for deferment applications can be made by mail or phone to the Kalamo Township Treasurer, 303 S. Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096, phone: 517-726-1381, or can be filled out at the Kalamo Township Hall on any of the summer tax col­ lection dates. Deferment applications must be filed by September 14, 2005. Summer Tax Collection Dates Kalamo Township Hall Office Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 20, 2005 August 5, 2005 August 19, 2005 September 2, 2005 September 14, 2005 I will only accept payments by mail at my home, no in-person payments are accepted. If you would like a receipt returned to you, please Include a SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE! ______________________ ________ 06611444 For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 5, 2005 — Page 7 Master plan, zoning ordinance presents us with opportunities To the editor: Both Nashville and Vermontville Township are working on master plans for area residents. The following is a story on the Vermontville Township Planning Commission ‘sefforts to improve its master plan. I speak only as a resi­ dent, and not officially as Planning Commission Secretary. There was a great effort made by concerned citizen, to compile a Vermontville Township master plan. That effort was wonderful to a point. The first ever Vermontville Township zon­ ing ordinance is a result of those efforts. Those citizens may have been the greatest minds in the area, but there weren’t enough of them. Only 2% of the entire town­ ship, including villagers, took part in the original sur­ vey. Far too many township residents’ thoughts were never included to make the master plan relevant. I don’t say this to draw a line in the sand between the Village of Vermontville and Township of Vermontville. The Vermontville Township Planning Commission has allegiance only to the non­ village residents. The laws we pass will affect only the non-village residents. The problems we attempt to solve will only be the non-village resident’s problems. The Village of Vermontville has its own identical Planning Commission that is responsi­ ble to the village residents in exactly the same way. As non-village residents, we just want to get our own house in order. That is not to say that we will not share some ofthe same problems and strengths. However, it is to say that without question there will be strengths that have nothing to do with the village. For example, the housing growth in the town­ ship over the last 10 years has been 10 times the growth of the village. The overall population within the township and vil­ lage is approximately 2,000, 40% ofwhich are village res­ idents, compared to 60% township residents. We have an opportunity for a relative­ ly small group of people, 1,400, to decide some of their own destiny through zoning. The master plan is not law. However, the zon­ ing ordinance is required by law to conform to the master plan. Everything stated, implied, and enforced by the zoning ordinance is possible because the zoning ordi­ nance is law. The current Vermontville Township Planning Commission feels that a more informed master plan will provide us with the background to make a great zoning ordinance. We are addressing the master plan at this time with that goal in mind. When I was a service manager, concerning prob­ lem solving, I used to say "Sometimes you have to let the fires bum, and look for the kids with matches.” This is the same. There is too much that needs changing in the current zoning ordinance. We must start with a better master plan. We don’t need five-figure fees from con­ sultants to do it either. I can not overemphasize enough that this opportunity is very rare. The Planning Commission is pledged under oath to enact laws that support the township resi­ dents’ interests. There are only 1,400 residents of all ages at this time. Approximately 950 are vot­ ing age. Less than half of those are property owners. As the population grows, your voice becomes smaller in the crowd. Right now, because the Vermontville Township Board took control of plan­ ning from Eaton County, we have the opportunity to speak very loudly. Prior to the mid 1900s, property owners made all decisions regarding what they owned. Since that time the state and county have made some of the most important decisions for us — where and what may be built, how much can we sell off, etc. Now, for the SUMMER JOBS Packers of quality frozen vegetables General Labor ALL JOB SEEKERS If you need extra $$$ Days and nights available NEED FOR JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER Call 616-374-8837 ... for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS 1315 SHERMAN ST., LAKE ODESSA, MI 06610912 , --.J, first time since the mid 1900s, Vermontville Township property owners can take some of this control back if they speak up. It is not likely that many ofus will ever again have the chance to feel anything like founding fathers. Like a con­ stitution, the work we do on the master plan and zoning ordinance sets ground rules for future generations. If we do it right, it will be many generations before changing needs will require significant change to the master plan and zoning ordinance. If we do it wrong, the costs to Vermontville Township residents will be staggering. Huge amounts in attorney’s fees paid by resi­ dents and government alike will continue to leave the area with increasing speed. Indeed, every penny it costs the "government" to defend itself will come from your pockets eventually. That hurts twice. Every dollar flowing out of the Township defending rights will be money that will never be spent to make improvements at home or municipally. Opportunities will never reach us from skittish outside investors. And the worst pos­ sible forecast of doom would happen if we fail to protect what is good about our lives in Vermontville Township today. Here is what we are doing today to develop a better Vermontville Township master plan. One, with the summer tax mailing, we are including a survey form to only the non­ village residents of Vermontville Township. We are asking each resident to list up to ten things that they find most important about living in Vermontville Township. We will compare the answers and count the similarities. For example, if you put ten people in a room and ask about the most important things in their lives many answers will be similar. The answers don’t need to be in the same order; however, most people will mention health, family, happiness, church, friends or money. Some people may mention other things with less fre­ quency; for example, a good dental plan, an interesting job, a new car. When you add up the number of each similar answer you could be shocked to learn money doesn’t make it into the top three. Instead of your personal lives, we are asking for the most important things about living in this area. The cur­ rent master plan states that the original survey identified rural character and agricul­ tural development to be number one in interest. Economic development is the second largest interest. There is no right or wrong answer. It is important to have the largest resident input possible. Ifthe laws we pass reflect what people want, then there will be less complaining at every turn. If we know what people want, then we know the residents will stand behind us in any challenge. The things we don’t want can only be held legally at bay if the residents stand up with unity and describe what they do want. I suggest that residents with special interests take this opportunity to meet, organize and clarify what is important to them as a group. Some of these groups are Amish, horsemen, farmers, home based businesses, churches, maple syrup pro­ ducers, historical society, hunting and fisherman, hik­ ers and bikers, realtors, con­ struction trades. We won’t be organizing these groups for you. You will have to band together on your own and make a list of what is important to you. This will insure your group’s needs and input are reflected in the Vermontville Township zon­ ing ordinance. I look forward to your input. Blair J. Miller, Vermontville Township From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Jordan Lake Association wants real flood solutions To the editor: In response to the June 28 article in the Lakewood News, and the meeting ofthe Little Thornapple Drain Board on June 23, I would like to offer some further opinions on the past flooding events on Jordan Lake and downstream, First of all, as the meeting was billed as informational, it is hard to understand why the Drain Board needed to invite its attorney. The law­ suit referred to in a rather negative light was filed by some residents on Jordan Lake and the Jordan Lake Association for the sole pur­ pose of requesting the court to reopen the 1958 court order which established the dam. The lawsuit is seeking four basic procedures for the rea­ sonable operation of the dam. These include opening a minimum of four gates when the lake level reaches 811.33. Doing such within four to six hours of notifica­ tion closes the gates after the lake returns to the 811.0 mandated summer level and verifies the accuracy of the gauge at the dam. The law­ suit was filed only after repeated attempts to obtain an operational agreement from Drain Commissioners Tom Doyle and John Bush. The property owners of Jordan Lake realize that the proposed operation of the dam is only the first step to achieving some control over the flooding of homes and property on the lake. We do realize the Brown Road culverts and others downstream need to be addressed as part ofthe over­ all solution. Reasonable operation of the dam is only the first step. The Jordan Lake Association and concerned property owners on Jordan Lake do intend to take the necessary steps for the initia­ tion of corrections to the downstream culvertsUnfortunately, we did get the impression at the meeting that any effort may be in vain as the downstream ramifica­ tions could negate our then nice new curbing is efforts. good. We don’t have to drive I and other Jordan Lake on that. residents will continue to It’s like we pay for side­ work with whomever neces­ walk upkeep, but we don’t sary to protect our homes and have sidewalks. property, especially in light What the hell is wrong ofthe very real solutions pre­ with the big wigs in this sented by the Spicer Group at town anyhow? • this recent meeting. Margaret Mitchell, Michael Cary, President, “Nastyville” Jordan Lake Association Side streets get ignored in Nashville To the editor: I read in the Maple Valley News about new curbing for Lentz Street, but not one word for our side streets that we have to drive on every day. They jar the hell out of our car and so who cares? Washington Street is worse than most gravel roads, but EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential * Commercial • Farm LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE I Lee O. Stuart, M.D. Brian W. Swanton, M.D. Erica Scofield, PAC 4294 Laurel Drive Lake Odessa, MI 48849 616-374-7660 ...arepleased to welcome Laurie S. Broker, M.D. Joining Us Wednesday, July 6,2005 We stock a complete line of... * Pumps * Tanks Plastic & Steel Pipe Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Dr. Broker specializes in Family Practice and takes care ofpatients ofall ages. In addition, she will be offering prenatal care in conjunction with Hastings Gynecology and Obstetrics. She enjoys Women’s health care and Pediatrics. Our new office hours starting July 5,2005 will be MondayThursday 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. This is to make us more accessible to you before and after normal working hours. (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE s 1 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa We are accepting new patients. We are also able to provide laboratory testing, X-ray, ultrasound, and bone density testing at our office. Physical therapy and coun­ seling services are also available. 06610662 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 5, 2005 — Page 8 Ducks Unlimited banquet planning already underway Planning has begun for second annual Maple Valley Ducks Unlimited banquet and auction Sept. 10. The local Ducks Unlimited Banquet and Auction com­ mittee has only just started to meet. Mulberry Fore has yet again donated the use of its banquet facility to help raise fnoney for wetland and wildlife preservation. At last year’s banquet many attendees said they’d like to be a part of the com­ mittee. It’s next meet is Tuesday, July 12, at 7 p.m. at the club room of Mulberry Fore. Help of any kind is appreciated. “There are many jobs so if one doesn’t sound good I’m sure another one will,” a spokesperson said. “One of the most amazing benefits of being a Ducks Unlimited Volunteer is to know that you have helped to save part of our heritage. It’s a great feeling to know that you are part of an organization that has saved 46,000 acres of wetland in the state of Michigan at an investment of $12.6 million since 1985 and nationally, 11.2 million acres since 1937 at an investment of $2.1 billion. “Ducks Unlimited is a ter­ rific organization that I have been involved in for many years. This organization’s goal is to save as much wet­ land as possible for our The Maple Valley High School football team camp participants get together following their four days of practice waterfowl. Think what it would be like if our great- in the summer sun. A group of 40 players participated, including 13 seniors, 12 juniors, seven sophomores, and grandchildren had to be eight freshmen. shown a picture of a duck or a goose or crane because there were no live ones left. We as human beings some­ times tend to take things like this for granted until it’s too late.” Anyone who would like more information about the banquet or the committee should call Sue Bowers at 269-758-3062 or Stephanie Stanton at 269-758-3888. Lions spend week in sun for more success come fall MVHS Class of 65 Reunion The Maple Valley Class of 1965 will be holding a reunion on Saturday, August 13. The reunion, starting at 5 p.m., will be at Mulberry Gardens in Nashville. For further details c o n t a c t_ D _ a v e_ M y e r s_ at 9 4 8-1332. __ __ __ ___ ____ __ _ _____ ___J __ ___ _ ___ ___ ___ __ 0661145 Maple Valley assistant coach Don Roscoe goes through defensive drills with play­ ers at the Lion football camp, that ran from June 13-16. Other coaches helping with the camp included head varsity coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, Gary St. Onge, Trent Harvey, Joel Mittelstaedt, Steve Hopkins, Brandon Hopkins, and Bryan Carpenter. BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 I I | Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 MW 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085* Towing Available There’s never been a better TIME to get an ARMSTRONG ASK US ABOUT ROTO BRUSH DUCT <! CLEANING AIRCONDITIONER. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Free Estimates Lake Odessa ( 616) 374-7595 ; 06610286 Strength you can rely on Nashville (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-07-12.pdf dd3dc3a309ddecb8b32a1bc3bb957f93 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLE Y Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 28, July 12, 2005 Two county-wide millage questions to be on ballot by David T. Young Editor Barry County Transit Director Joe Bleam and Thomapple Manor Administrator Jim DeYoung tried to explain to a First Friday crowd of about 25 why their millage requests Aug. 2 should be approved. The two issues will go before voters throughout the county, and both men and their supporters have been attempting to get their mes­ sage to the public for the past couple of months. Thomapple Manor is ask­ ing for an average of .67 mill over 20 years to update, expand and remodel the almost 50-year-old facility to better accommodate more privacy and a rehab unit. If approved, the new levy would replace the .85 mill levy already in place for the next five years. Barry County Transit is new to the process of asking for public support. The pub­ lic transportation service, one of the very last in Michigan to operate without local tax support, Jias finally reached the point where it must ask for a quarter of a mill for 10 years or face the prospects of shutting down. DeYoung stressed that the idea for a millage didn’t hap­ pen overnight. It was the result of a nearly three-year process in which a strategic planning group recommend­ ed the facility expand and remodel to gain a rehab unit, an Alzheimer’s unit and increase the number of pri­ vate or semi-private rooms while eliminating the current four-bed wards. DeYoung noted that Thomapple Manor now has 88 patients living in four-bed rooms, making the facility somewhat less than family and visitor friendly. The administrator said the committee’s major goals with the changes are “priva­ cy, dignity and quality of life” for its residents. Thornapple Manor was constructed in 1958 as a nursing center, but the busi­ ness of care for the elderly has changed in the last 47 years. The plan is to go from 16 to 96 private rooms and 21 semi-private rooms to serve 42 patients, so it would con­ tinue to house the same num­ ber of 138 residents. Right now, 88 of the residents are housed in four-bed rooms and the only private rooms are for those who are in med­ ical isolation. Also included would be a rehabilitation area for clients who are not residents, but need to stop in frequently for physical therapy. “Right now we’re seeing a tremendous need for more outpatient services,” DeYoung said. “We’d rather have clients come here than go to other communities for these services.” Another idea is installing playground equipment in the courtyard area for children of visiting families to play in while their parents are chop­ ping in on elderly patients. DeYoung admitted, “It (Thomapple Manor) is not a real family friendly place to visit right now. It’s hard to have any kind ofprivate con­ versation (in a four-bed Jim DeYoung (left) of Thomapple Manor makes a point while Barry County Transit Director Joe Bleam (center) and the transit campaign chair, David Hatfield, listen. room) without somebody overhearing you.” Another consideration is repair to the roof of the building, which DeYoung said leaks considerably. Furthermore, Thomapple Manor does not have cable or telephone lines running through the center. “We’ve maintained the facility well through the years, but it’s 1958 technolo­ gy, which is not very effi­ cient in the 21st century.” He explained that remodeling and updating the center is critical most of all because ofthe role it plays in the lives of Barry County’s oldest cit­ izens. “Thomapple Manor is likely to be die last place our See MILLAGE, page 8 Storm topples tree in Nashville The severe thunderstorm that swept through southwest Michigan June 30, bringing heavy rain and high winds, toppled this tree, which landed on the porch and roof of this house on the south end of the village of Nashville. A crew of workers cut up the tree last week and removed the debris from the yard of the home. (Photo by Barney Silsbee) Sunfield area couple's horse believed stolen The area’s horse commu­ nity is asking people to be on the lookout for two miss­ ing (stolen?) horses. Deb and Pat Rogers in Danby Township northeast of Sunfield have reported their pregnant mare Madge has been missing since Wednesday, July 5. She has the following markings: blaze, white on lower lip, socks on both hind legs, pin fire marks on both hind legs-just below hocks, old incision scars on inside of both hind legs just below hocks, roan patch of hair on mare’s left hip, some white hairs on both front knees and dent in right side of her chest. She is sorrel (brown) color with flaxen mane and tail. She has a foal that is not with her, but foal was still nursing and she was producing milk as of last Tuesday. Call the Rogers (517) 627-6667 or Kendra Ackerson at (517) 543-1050 or by e-mail at KAckerson@hgbhealth.co m Ackerson reported that on Monday evening, July 4, Rogers went out to feed her brood mare Madge, her foal and a pony that was out with them. “Everyone was just fine,” she said. “At 6 a.m. Tuesday morning, Madge was gone and baby and pony were still there.” The horses were all in a pasture right behind the Rogers’ house... you could see where the horse went out (but didn't break) the high tinsil fence and walked (you can tell by the tracks) a perfectly straight line across the bean field toward the road. The road grader had gone through... so no more tracks. We flew the area with an airplane for several hours and we've tracked by foot, quad and horse for miles. “She is still missing and we’ve contacted neighbors, vets, auction bams, animal control and been out to file a report, etc.” It is just extremely unusual that a mare would leave her foal like that, “so foul play or something very out of the ordinary” is sus­ pected Perhaps a related devel­ opment, a gelding, Tucker, has been reported missing from the St. Johns area, Clinton County. Tucker is a bay quarter horse gelding with a reached mane and forelock. He has white on his left hind leg and white star on his forehead. He was stolen on Saturday, July 2, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. The owner had purchased him about a month ago from St. Louis Horse Auction. Her neighbors saw a black track and silver horse trailer and heard it rattling down the road: Tucker did­ n't have a halter on and was easy to catch. “He is a gelding, but acts studdy and can be top dog among other horses he is turned out with,” said owner Chris O’Connell. Call her at 989-224-2465 or cell 989-529-5663 with any information. In This Issue • Dinner, auction, golf to benefit Eric Chase’s surgery • M-66 road work finished • Vermontville Village to mull set backs for different zones • Local grad takes 2nd at ‘Skills USA’ contest • Sunfield recycling needs magazines �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News”, Tuesday, July 12, 2005 — Page 2 Teen hopes to walk again Dinner, auction, golf to benefit Eric Chase’s surgery He will undergo the oper­ ation in Portugal July 29, and there has been a flurry of activity from kind and gener­ ous folks to help him reach his goal to walk. There’s still time and plenty of opportunities for other people in the area to contribute to the cost of Eric’s pre-surgery physical therapy, surgery in Portugal and post-therapy, say friends and relatives. More teams are being wel­ comed to play in the benefit golf outing for Eric on either Friday, July 15 or Saturday, July 16 at the Hastings Country Club. They are hop­ ing to have 10 more teams Friday and eight more teams on Saturday. Confirmations to date show 30 four-person teams signed up for July 15 by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Eric Chase has only one chance to possibly walk again, and people from all over Barry and Ionia coun­ ties and as far away as Germany, Florida and Colorado are making efforts to raise the financial help he needs to make that happen. The 18 year old son of Kyle and Robin Chase, Eric has been a quadriplegic since Aug. 9, 2003 when he was injured in a dirt bike acci­ dent. Currently, Lisbon, Portugal is the only place in the world where Eric can have experimental surgery which may regenerate his damaged spinal cord and possibly enable him to walk again. and 32 teams for July 16. The cost is $300 per team or $75 per person. The first place team on each day will receive a $400 prize. In addi­ tion, there will be a variety of contests such as closest to the pin, longest drives, longest putt. Shot gun starts are at 9 a.m. both days. To register, call Ron Stevens, 269/795-9675 or Ray Shaffer, 269/367-4340. A few more hole sponsors also are being welcomed. A Benefit Pork Roast (all you can eat) Dinner, open to the public for a freewill donation to benefit Eric, will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 16 at St. Edwards Catholic Church, 531 Jordan Lake Rd., Lake Odessa. There will be indoor and outdoor seating. Your homeowners policy Eric Chase comes with something extra... STAN eal people. Hometown people who will help you through the details ofbuying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies KELLY 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. vfuto-Owners Insurance Life Mome Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 BETTY Volunteer Deb Geiger is coordinating the dinner. A live auction also begins there at 8:30 p.m. Guekes Market, Woodland Ag Services and Phil Higby have donated all the pork and many venders are supplying food. Many volunteers will be preparing and serving the meal. There will be live enter­ tainment, including Bows n’ Buddies, ait the event. A raffle will be held that evening too. During the dinner, a Powerpoint presentation of slides listing all the contribu­ tors and a thank you from Eric will be shown continu­ ously on the wall. The live auction features some unique items such as a deer blind, an outhouse and even a golf towel from 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 Someone 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 ....................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service..... Sunday School...... ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) g | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service.. :30 a.m. Sunday School.... 0:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45a A.M. Service................................... 11 a P.M. Service.................................... 7 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. Germany. The golf towel was sent from Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany and it includes the words “Woodland G.C. (a Golf Club in Germany).” To donate to Eric’s fundraiser, the Community First 4-H Swine Club of Middleville has built a cam­ ouflage deer blind that has a shingled roof and Plexiglas slider windows. The deer blind will be delivered to the highest bidder. The outhouse has been donated by Eric’s Class of 2005 at Lakewood High School. Though his residen­ tial address is rural Hastings, he attended school in Lake Odessa. To raise funds for Project Graduation, the class constructed a large outhouse and placed it in the yards of See CHASE, nextpage HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown Hastings on State St. DIGITAL STEREO 945-SHOW Q No passes Visa & MasterCard accepted! Unlimited Free Drink Refills & -25c Corn Refills STADIUM SEATING ■ SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE ■ SHOWTIMES 7/12 ■ 7/14 ■ ©FANTASTIC FOUR (PG-13) ■ 11:10.1:30, 3:50, 6:50. 9:10 ■ 0 DARK WATER (PG-13) H 11:00.1:20,4:00.7:10.9:25 a o WAR OF THE WORLDS (R) _ 11:20,1:40,4:20,7:20,9:35 " CINDERELLA MAN (PG-13) ■ 1:10,4:10,7:00,9:50 20oz.DRINK with $2.50 purchase of 46oz bag of buttery popcorn 0nanr«dOftannm4 E<> SEPT 30 2005 "M1 BEST DEAL in eNewsletter at — wwwhastings^com __ _ QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. m. X PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH . 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 203 N. State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH .............. 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 PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects . and more. . Nancy Fancher, Pastor . Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors various people and those who discovered the outhouse in their yard had to pay to have it removed. The class decided to donate the out- 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 11:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 12,2005 — Page 3 CHASE, continued fromprevious page house to Eric’s auction because several people have expressed an interest in pur­ chasing it. Other auction items include a vacation at Kissimmee, Florida (one mile from Disney) March 5­ 12 at the Westgate Vacation Villas (accommodations for eight); golf passes, gift cer­ tificates from area business­ es, golf bags, a Stihl weedwacker, a one night stay for two at the Bear Lake Manor Bed & Breakfast and nine holes of golf for two, a rug from Thompson Interior, toy tractors, two tickets to a Lions home football game, shirt, key ring; a quilt made by the ladies of Woodgrove Parish, a Mary Kay basket, handmade afghan by Betty Curtis, two wood carvings from Jim and Mary Ellen Hund, a beveled mirror, books, four black suede coats and many more items too numerous to mention. Auction items are still coming in and it’s not too late to donate by calling Deb Geiger, 616/374-1504. In addition, people who can’t attend the dinner or golf outing may make a monetary donation to the Barry Community Foundation. To make a donation through the Barry Community Foundation, mail a check to the Foundation (with Eric Chase on the memo line), 629 W. State St., Suite 201, Hastings, Mich. 49058. Abby Chase, Eric’s cousin, also is selling blue bracelets for $3 each and the profits will go to Eric’s sur- gery and therapy. The bracelets say, “Cure SCI” (spinal cord injury). In addi­ tion to helping Eric, the bracelets promote spinal cord injury awareness. They will be sold at the Barry County Fair, at Eric’s golf outing, Union Bank Drive­ Thru window in Lake Odessa and Larry Neil’s Farm Bureau office. “We’ve had individuals, businesses and anonymous things that have come in that are just all given from the heart,” said Eric’s aunt, Dena Chase. “We’ve had $1,000 come from Colorado from feed companies. They are shirt-tail relatives or whatev­ er who have heard (about Eric). We’ve had people from Florida make contacts with friends here to supply Ludwick donuts for two days at the golf outing.” A local business recently donated $5,000 and a Middleville couple have con­ tributed in many ways and have encouraged their busi­ ness associates to donate. “That amazes us... What a generous community; no one has declined a request,” Dena said. “We appreciate it.” Eric’s surgery requires a 10 to 14-day stay in Portugal. During the surgery, Eric’s nasal stem cells will be implanted in his damaged spinal cord to stimulate regeneration of neural con­ nections, relatives said. The operation has not been approved in the United States yet, and because there is a small window from the date of an injury to having the surgery, Eric and his family made the decision to forge ahead by going out of the country. They have been buoyed by the support of family, friends and strangers who are helping to pay the costs. “Eric is in pre-op therapy right now and he’ll be in therapy afterwards. We don’t know how long afterwards. It will be a minimum of six months and up to three years,” said Ev Manshum, golf outing organizer and long-time family friend. The cost of that physical therapy, which has to be done on the east side of the state, is $1,080 per week. Eric’s insurance will not pay for the therapy, he said. Eric also had to have leg braces, with a price tag of $15,000, to wear during ther­ apy and that’s another expense that hasn’t been covered by insurance. The committee sponsoring Eric’s fundraisers had a chance to see a video of Eric in therapy with his leg braces. “I had tears in my eyes...,” Manshum said as he watched Eric go through a therapy session. “It’s three-hour intense therapy twice a week,” said Dena Chase, who is spear­ heading efforts with other volunteers for the benefit dinner and auction. Some encouraging news, she said, is “They have found a hip reflex working on its own in, I believe, his left leg. This is pre-surgery (therapy) to get him moving upright and so forth to see what he has... so afterwards they can jump right in with therapy.” Manshum said, “This whole thing is going to cost in the hundreds of thousands The Place to Gofor Professional Styling Bg probably before it’s done and no insurance. It’s sickening.” MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN Probably some people HAIR STYLING wonder if it is worth it for Open Tuesday — Friday Eric to go through all the '< S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. therapy and surgery because of all the unknowns and no |06605469 guarantees. “Put your own child there. Is it worth it?, Dena Chase said. The answer has to be yes “when it’s your one and only shot, and it is his one presents: and only shot. By the time this surgery came to the states, he would be past the time to be able to do it, and that’s part of the reason for going to Portugal. He would not be a candidate anymore at Maple Valley High School. when it gets here. It is his Cost: $25.00 per athlete one and only shot. There’s (includes a T-Shirt) nothing else out there (to help him) except this to get 3rd-5th grade: 6th-8th grade: Sign in: 7:45 - 8:00AM Sign in: 12:45 - 1:00PM anything back from his Pick-up at 12:00PM Pick-up at 5:00PM injury.” Eric is so positive and Sessions include: excited about the surgery, • Tumbling • Stunting Manshum said. “He won’t • Dance • Jumps / Precision . give up. This boy is just Clinic registration and fee deadline: July 22, 2005 determined that it will work. Jr. Cheerleading Registration for the That’s part of the considera­ tion when they (the medical 2005 Football Season is available! staff in Portugal) accepted Registration Cost: $15.00 him for the surgery.” (due by August 15, 2005) Criteria for being accepted Practices begin August 2, 2005 for the surgery included a commitment to have physi­ For more information / register for the cal therapy before and after­ Spirit Clinic or Football Season contact: wards, a positive attitude, April Wagner at 517-852-0568 ‘Diana’s D^ace 1-517-852-9481 n Maple Valley Jr. Cheerleading Spirit Clinic M-66 road work finished Just a few orange barrels sitting at the comer ofBranham Road and M-66 are left to remind motorists ofthe Michigan Department of Transportation’s recently $150,000 construction project, which often tied up traffic while workers resurfaced five miles ofM-66 from Brumm Road to Coats Grove Road near Nashville. faith, date of the injury and type of injury, they said. “A young man in Battle Creek (who had the same surgery in Portugal) is actu­ ally crawling,” Manshum said. “It’s amazing.” Dena noted that a young woman in Detroit who had the same surgery in Portugal also is making progress toward walking. The full results of Eric’s surgery won’t be known until two to three years after the operation. Even if Eric can’t walk again, any improvement in his current condition from the effects of the surgery would elevate his quality of life, family and friends said. Almost all who have had the surgery have seen improvement in func­ tion, they said. As an opportunity to wish Eric a bon voyage blessing and help him celebrate his 19th birthday, a cake and punch reception will be held at his church, the BrethrenWoodgrove Christian Parish, from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, July 24. The reception is a time for Eric and his family to thank everyone” for their help, so “no presents or contributions should be given that day, Dena said. “It’s on his birth­ day, and it’s the Sunday before he leaves (for Portugal.) Everyone is invit­ ed to attend and send Eric off to Portugal with your bless­ ings.” The church is located at 4887 Coats Grove Rd., Hastings. A Web site has been set up about Eric so interestedpeo­ ple can have daily updates when he and hisfamily are in Portugalfor the surgery. The Web site is www.ericchase22.blogspot.com. Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16,20x20,20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. n. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes es Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE Lee O. Stuart, M.D. Brian W. Swanton, M.D. Erica Scofield, PAC 4294 Laurel Drive Lake Odessa, MI 48849 616-374-7660 ...arepleased to welcome Laurie S. Braker, M.D. Joining Us Dr. Broker specializes in Family Practice and takes care ofpatients ofall ages. In addition, she will be offering prenatal care in conjunction with Hastings Gynecology and Obstetrics. She enjoys Women’s health care and Pediatrics. Our new office hours starting July 5,2005 will be MondayThursday 7am-7pm and Friday 7am-5pm. This is to make us more accessible to you before and after normal working hours. We are accepting new patients. We are also able to provide laboratory testing, X-ray, ultrasound, and bone density testing at our office. Physical therapy and coun­ seling services are also available. 06610662 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, July 12,2005 — Page 4 LeRoy G. Harvey Taylor R. Hamel NASHVILLE Miss Taylor R. Hamel, age 10, of Fayetteville, NC. (formerly of Hastings), passed away Thursday, June 30, 2005 at Sparrow Hospital from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Taylor was bom in Battle Creek, on March 27, 1995, the daughter of Jeremy Sandin and Shawna (Hamel) Wigginton. She attended Hastings and Bellevue schools before re-locating with her mother and step-father to the Fayetteville North Carolina area. While in North Carolina Elam L. she attended E. E. Miller Elementary school. Taylor loved to spend her free time swimming, collecting Brat Dolls, and coloring Fuzzy Felt Posters. She was very fashion conscious and did not like to do dishes. Taylor especially loved to spend time playing with her new baby brother Logan, and her step-sister Jessica. Taylor is survived by her parents Shawna (Michael) Wigginton, and Jeremy Sandin; her brother Logan M. Wigginton; grandpar­ ents Anne Staup, Louis Hamel, Charlotte and “Rocky” Rockwell CHARLOTTE - Elam L. “Rocky” Rockwell, age 59, of Charlotte, died Saturday, July 9,2005. Mr. Rockwell was bom January 22, 1946 in Hastings, the son of Elam M. and Doris (Gusey) Rockwell. He worked as a pipe fitter for General Motors for 31 years until his retirement. He spent eight years on the Maple Valley School Board and was a member of the Nashville Masonic Lodge #255 F&AM, Pheasants Forever and was a commit­ tee member for Ducks Unlimited. He enjoyed restoring tractors, attending tractor shows and was espe­ cially interested in John Deere single cylinder “hit and miss” engines. He was an avid hunter and loved keeping his prop­ erty and garden in immacu­ late condition. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. 'He is survived by his wife, Diana (Graham) Rockwell; son, Kevin (Michelle) Rockwell; grandchildren, Travis and Heather; and sister, Audrey (David) Starr. He was preceded in death D “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 VISA Donald Austin, James Sandin and Barry and Linda Wigginton. Also sur­ viving are her step mother Mary-Lou Kral, and step sister, Jessica. Friends were invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of the Great Oaks Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 6, with Father O’Leary officiating. Memorial Contributions can be made to Taylors family. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, with Pastor Bill Briggs offi­ ciating. Interment will be in Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo Township. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or Eaton Community Hospice. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information available at www.prayfuneral.com GLADWIN - LeRoy G. Harvey, age 93, of Gladwin died May 21, 2005 at home following a short illness. He was bom in Berry County on Sept. 2, 1911 to James and Matilda (Childs) Harvey. He married the former Florence Peters in Angola, Indiana on Jan. 2, 1937. He retired from Dow Chemical in 1967 where he was employed as a head operator; he was also a self­ employed farmer with his brother Joe Harvey . He lived in Gladwin County since 1946 having previously resided in Vermontville. Surviving are his wife, Florence Harvey of Gladwin; his daughter, Sharon (Richard) Walters of Grand Blanc; his grandchil­ dren, Scott (Dawnn) Walters of Burton, and Rebecca Walters of Grand Blanc; his Great-grandchil­ dren, Derek Walters and Gabriel Walters, both of Grand Blanc, and Jordan Walters and Payton Walters, both of Burton. He leaves one dear sister and friend, Margie “Dollie” Joppie, of Vermontville who is cele­ brating 101 years and 9 months of life. He leaves many nieces and nephews that he cared for deeply. He was predeceased by his parents; three brothers, Gale, Frank and Joe; and two sisters, Helen Potter and Sarah Channell. A funeral service was conducted on Tuesday, May 24 at Hall Funeral Home in Beaverton with Rev. Harold Owens officiating. Pallbearers: Dick Walters (son-in-law), Scott Walters (grandson), Jordan Walters (great grandson), Derek Walters (great grandson), Joe Harvey, Larry Shance and Randy Shance (nephews), Jim Babcock and Dick Brushaber (friends). Burial took place at Tobacco Township Cemetery in Beaverton fol­ lowed by a dinner provided by friends, neighbors and Dale Methodist Church, of which Mrs. Florence Harvey is their oldest mem­ ber. Cleon Lee Brown HASTINGS - Cleon Lee Brown Sr., age 65, of Hastings, died Sunday, July 10, 2005 at Thomapple Manor in Hastings. Cleon was bom June 4, 1940 in Sunfield, the son of Clinton L. and Esther M. (King) Brown. He graduated from Lake Odessa High School in 1959. Cleon’s employment included, construction work, Nashville Gravel Co., Commercial Fisherman in Okeechobee, Florida, and seven years at Maple Valley High School. He married Judy A. Hunter on August 16,1969. His hobbies were fishing, hunting and trapping. Cleon Was preceded in death by a daughter, April; a son, Brian; and his parents. Surviving are his wife, Judy of Vermontville; daughter, Robin (Dale) Wight of Coldwater; son, Cleon Brown Jr. (Bobbie) of Hastings; daughter, Rhonda Brown of Vermontville; step-sons, Dewey Price Jr. (Linda) of Delton, Mike (Isabella) Price of Hastings; several grandchildren; sister, Sandy (Terry) Bullion of Bellevue; brother, -Cleo --(Lillian) Brown ofNashville, Larry (Sue) Wilson of Sparta, many nieces and nephews. No visitation will be held, a private family service will be held. Memorials can be made to the Vermontville Bible Church Missionary Fund. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. A BIG THANK YOU from Jeff& Laurie at Little’s Country Store to... • Royce Demond of Family Fireworks • Thornapple Trading Post • Pleasant Shores Lake Assoc. • Montiel Dull • Castleton, Maple Grove, Nashville Fire Dept. • Camp Thornapple • Route 66 Car Show Committee • PM I Products • Little’s Country Store Employees & All the Individuals who Donated Thanks againfor helping make the _ | 2005 Thomapple Lake Fireworks such a huge success! f DONATIONS FOR 2006 ACCEPTED AT LITTLE’S COUNTRY STORE 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. rcosie# ^uneiiat ^Home 'Mapes/fallen Chapet dedicated to PentonaC and Sin cette Senvice 517-566-8141 193 Jackson St. Sunfield, Michigan Serving All Faiths Serving Sunfield and surrounding area David D. Rosier �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 12,2005 — Page 5 Vermontville Village to mull setbacks for different zones ’s k? la. . W T?kM kwM(kk 1 **2 *^ z * <^ I3£M Lj ” ** ^talJn KQllhx Gwn ■•tUBiOmljhL WiWWi WW<ht in'jfeiM'Mfcj IjkteUitfrty jbMfrtotate i<UintaiyteM« thMiiiiwi tjraro®:!#® UtAi^l ontheBCM by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Village of Vermontville Planning Committee will discuss set­ backs within the village lim­ its during its regularly sched­ uled meeting at 7 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, July 12, in the village office. Committee members said they would look into the set­ backs required for its R-l residential, R-2 residential, residential/agricultural and commercial zones. "We have a master plan, but it is far from perfect," said village council trustee Tom Williams. "We have to be patient it will take a while to get everything fine-tuned; now that we have our zoning, we’re just going to have to tweak it." Williams made the com­ ment after the council approved the request of Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Chairman Mark Jorgensen to refund the Spencers, who own the prop­ erty located at 143 East Forest, the $240 zoning vari­ ance application fee, which they paid when they request­ ed permission to build a pole barn oh their property. "I don’t feel a resident should be charged (the vari­ ance application fee) , when their original request was reasonable and should not have been turned down," said Jorgensen, who noted the ZBA said the Spencers were allowed to build their pole bam as long as it was set back at least as far as that of the house. Village President Doug Kelsey noted that the Spencers’ property was zoned residential/agricultural, and that is why it had a 50-foot setback. "We have different set- backs in different zones. I think the setback is 25 to 30 feet in R-l residential zones." A village resident who owns three lots at the comer of 4th Street ‘near the base­ ball diamond said current village zoning requirements regarding lot size and set­ backs could prohibit him from building on the lots. However, he said, if the vil­ lage was interested he would be willing to sell the lots to the village for use as a park­ ing lot or to expand the ball­ park. Kelsey said he would refer the matter to the village building and grounds com­ mittee for their considera­ tion. In other business, the council approved a motion to reimburse Eaton County $575 for the asbestos inspec­ tion of the derelict building located at 171 South Main St., next to the syrup festival stage, which the village recently bought, and has been slated for demolition. Kelsey also proposed that, while the council was not legally obligated to do so, it approve paying the county an additional $500 to cover some of the legal expenses it incurred during the condem­ nation process. Williams objected to pay­ ing the additional $500 to cover legal fees because the county is responsible for condemning derelict build­ ings. "It’s the county’s job to condemn buildings, that’s part of what we pay taxes to cover. We already pay taxes, so I don’t think we should pay the county again," he said. Nikki Lennox, the vil­ lage’s ordinance enforce­ ment officer, who was in the audience, said she felt the council should approve the additional $500 to cover some of the county’s legal fees. "I don’t want to do any­ thing that would get the county mad at us. Five hun­ dred dollars is such a mini­ mal amount I’d hate to see them get mad at us because we are on such good terms with them right now," she said. Trustee Garry Patrick con­ curred, I pay taxes to the vil­ lage and to the township, but they were both incapable and impotent to get that building condemned. The county helped us when we couldn’t get that building condemned. We wanted that building condemned because it was an eyesore and nuisance, and it was a possible death trap for children. We were impo­ tent, but the county was able to do it for us. I think we should pay them the $500 to cover their legal fees because we may need their help again in the future." Patrick made the motion that the village should pay the county an additional $500 to cover its legal fees. The motion died for lack of support. Trustee Sue Villanueva suggested the council wait and see how the county reacts to its reimbursement for the asbestos inspection before it makes a decision regarding the possibility of further payment. The council also discussed taking bids for the position of village attorney, which is currently held by Robert Deitrick from Charlotte. M00-ville serving up summer treats Lindsey, Cassidy and Jared Fisher of Nashville enjoy ice cream cones while sitting on the porch of Moo-ville Creamery, located at the intersection of M-79 and M-66 south of Nashville. The new creamery, owned and operated by the Westendorp fam­ ily, had a soft opening last month. The creamery currently offers soft serve and hand dipped Ashby ice cream. Once the milk processing facility is up and running later this summer, MOO-ville will offer its own milk, cheese, soft serve and hand dipped ice cream. The creamery offers tours for school and other groups and has a room avail­ able for parties, meetings, showers and other special events. MOO-ville is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday. Correction: Janelie Decker, the mas­ sage therapist at Jamie’s Nail Garden in Vermontville, is available for appointments or walk-ins from 10 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Jamie’s Nail Garden is closed ori Sunday. Goodwill hires BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE ■ EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS ■ TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) Nashville native k Nashville VFW 8260 laco ALL-VOV-CAN-EAT FRIDAY, JULY 15, 2005 5;30-7:00PM__ Adults ~ $6.00 • Children under 12 ~ s3.00 Air Conditioned oeenooi Home For Sale By Owner 9712 Bivens Road , Nashville Country brick home, on paved road, with 2 acres, barn, garage. Beautiful setting. New furnace, a/c, water heater and more. $142,900. 517-652-3520 Michigan Heartland Goodwill Industries has announced the hiring of Sheila McDiarmid as the organization’s contracts manager. McDiarmid will oversee production at Goodwill’s ISO-9001:2000 registered manufacturing facility in Battle Creek’s Fort Custer Industrial Park. She also will oversee the start-up and pro­ duction of a manufacturing operation in Charlotte. "Sheila came highlyrecommended, and her positive approach will enable Goodwill to increase busi­ ness, thereby creating more opportunities for serving people with vocational barri­ ers," said Kurt Voissem, Goodwill’s senior vice presi­ dent of operations. McDiarmid, a graduate of Maple Valley High School Towing Available o WATS o (QUAUDS o Callfor a FREE quote Very aggressive companies—several to choosefrom Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net 01534957 Sheila McDiarmid and a resident of Nashville, earned an associates degree in business management from Kellogg Community College. She has more than 20 years’ experience in the manufacturing field. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb $ 517-726-0577 27° N- PeasaRdVermontville mom4 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, July 12,2005 — Page 6 W.K. Kellogg Manner House Tours available comers. Tours are offered Monday through Friday at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.. through Labor Day, and closed on Step back in time during a tour of the W.K. Kellogg Manor House located on picturesque Gull Lake near Hickory holidays. Tour fees are $4 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and students ages 6 to 18 years. CALENDAR OF EVENTSYouth football Extension Office will be closed during lunch, meeting slated July 6-31 please call ahead. Poultry Bam set up, 6:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Beef & Lamb Carcass Judging, 7 p.m., at Barry July 12 Expo Center. Pop Can Fundraiser Meeting, 7 p.m., Court & July 13 Law Bldg. Goat Bam Set Up, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center. July 14 Non-Livestock Judging Set up, 6 p.m., Fair July 14 Grounds. Poultry check in for fair, 12 noon-8 p.m. July 15 July 16-23 Barry County Fair. Beef and Lamb Carcass Judging, 9 a.m., Geukes July 16 Market. Non-Livestock Judging, 9 a.m., Barry Expo July 16 Center. Rabbit/Cavy check in for fair, 4 p.m. July 16 4-H Rabbit/Cavy Show. July 17 4-H Poultry Show. July 17 July 12 The Maple Valley Youth Football League will have its next regular meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, at the Vermontville Village Hall, located at 121 Eastside Dr. in Vermontville. For more information, call Mark Jorgensen at (517) 726­ 0491. Local student graduates at Spring Arbor Built in 1925-26, the Kellogg Manor House is a classic example of Tudor Revival architecture with leaded glass bay windows, quarter-sawn oak coffered ceilings, a hand-carved stairway and beautiful Rockwood tile fireplaces and bathrooms. Built 110 feet about Gull Lake, this 32-acre estate includes a carriage house, with chauffeur’s cottage, a boathouse, an authentic Dutch windmill, a lake­ side pagoda and several beautiful gardens. Through generous fund­ ing from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Kellogg Manor House has been restored to its origi­ nal grandeur and takes A Nashville woman was Commission 5dfilJ COUHiU among the graduates who on Aging received degrees May 14 at Schedule Spring Arbor University’s of Events commencement. Lonetta Tait, of Nashville, Commission of Aging was granted a bachelor's Cold Meal degree in family life educa­ Wednesday, July 13 tion. Seafood pasta salad, com LICENSED & INSURED Spring Arbor is a four-year and tomato salad, mandarin ROOFING Scott Mueller, owner Christian liberat arts college oranges. NEW CONSTRUCTION Eniad scottworksOnerv net located eight miles west of Thursday, July 14 RE-ROOF Jackson with an affiliation Peanut butter and jelly, TEAR OFFS with the Free Methodist pickled beets, pears, English Church. 06611832 muffin. Friday, July 15 Cheese/macaroni salad, cucumber salad, tropical Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service salad. Monday, July 18 Chicken pasta salad, carrot MLS, 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE raisin salad, fruited jello. Tuesday, July 19 Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Cottage cheese, Spanish Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI bean salad, mixed fruit, din­ H1Y1S EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES ner roll. MUELLER onsibuciion hfe. 1269) 948-R00F Multiple Listing Service (MLS) * Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR................................................................ Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor............................................................................ Cell 269-838-2884 'MOVE IN* AT CLOSEI PRICE REDUCEDII NOW $60,00011 ON 2 ACRE CORNER LOT 1 MILE OFF M-79 'IN COUNTRY* Two bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic at furnace, home needs some repair St com­ pletions. Nice yard St circle stone drive. Cail Homer. (CH-108) NASHVILLE BRICK HOME 'TURN OP THE CENTURY' 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set up as a '2 unit*. Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (N-l 11) ON 2.6 ACRES NEAR HASTINGS SOUTHWEST OF 37 ar 43 JUNCTION (2+ MILES) - SHOWS LIKE NEWII IF YOU ARE THINKING OF 'BUILDING* CHECK THIS OUTII Built in 2000, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, more bedrooms possible in basement (partioned but not completely finished). Central air, first floor laundry, attached 2 car garage fit cement drive. Call Rick or Homer for all the details. OCCUPANCY AT CLOSEII COMPLETELY “ "MOVE IN AT CLOSE'II FAMILY HOME* IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK re ainted thru out, handicap ramp, garage, mature shade. Home has been completely refurbished & not lived in since (like new), main floor laundry. Call Homer. (H-112 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 'extra' lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (N-l 01) NORTH OF M-79 ■ WEST CHA new ; 'garage, barn & other tidings. Call Homer. (CH-107) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRES North of Vermontville on main road. Surveyed, modulars acceptable, perked, nat. gas avail- able, rolling with some trees. Call Homer (VL-114) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country*. Great view, close tp public hunting St fishing. Lots of birds at wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit Call Rick. (VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. Modulars acceptable. Cali Homer. (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water St sewer available. Cail Homer. (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer K for more details. (VL-109 8t 110)j Hearty Meals Site and HDM Noon Meal Wednesday, July 13 Salisbury steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, fruit crisp. Thursday, July 14 BBQ chicken, cauliflower, spinach, pineapple, com­ bread. Friday, July 15 Baked fish, rice pilaf, broc­ coli, winter squash, sweet treat. Monday, July 18 Roast turkey with gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, fresh apple. Tuesday, July 19 Beef stew, broccoli, bis­ cuit, fruit compote. Events Wednesday, July 13 Hastings, Nails, Euchre 12:30 p.m. Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton, Reminiscence. Thursday, July 14 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Cancer Support 7 p.m. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, July 15 - Hastings, Bingo; Oil Painting 9:30 a.m. Woodland, Visiting. Nashville, Happy Days Lunch. Monday, July 18 Hastings, Music with Sam, Card Making 12:30 p.m., Crafts 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 19 - Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30; Bocce Ball 10:30 a.m.; Alzheimer Support 1 p.m. guests back to the gra­ cious days of summer on the lake. The W.K. Kellogg Manor House is located at the MWU Kellogg Biological Station’s Education Center near Hickory Comers at 3700 East Gull Lake Dr. from M-89, take 40th St. north of B Ave. Follow B Ave. one mile west. For more information, please contact Ann Spezia at 671-2416 or e-mail: manorhouse@kbs.msu.ed fl. Additional information about Manor House spe­ cial events can be found on the web at: www.kbs.msu.edu. Local grad takes 2nd at ‘Skills USA’ contest Maple Valley High School graduate Dustin Powers, now a student at Lansing Community College, took second place in the sheet metal contest last month at the 41st annual National Leadership and Skills Conference and “SkillsUSA” champi­ onships, which was held in Kansas City Mo. in June. The SkillsUSA champi­ onship competition is con­ sidered the largest single Dustin Powers day of corporate volun­ teerism in America and school and college-level valued at $25 million in students who are members industry support of donat-of SkillsUSA. More than ed time, equipment, cash 4,600 students from every and material. All contests state and three territories are run by and judged by competed in 80 contests in industry using industry technical, skilled and servstandards for employment. ice occupations including More than 1,000 industry health occupations this judges participated this year. year. In order to qualify for All winners receive the te national natona competition, competton, medallions and frequently the students competed in receive tools of their-trade local and state contests. and/or scholarships to fur­ The state gold medal win­ ther their careers and edu­ ners advanced to the cation. The SkillsUSA national SkillsUSA cham­ championship is for high pionships. Wanted: Standing Timber can Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 12,2005 — Page 7 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS SAND & GRAVEL CALL... The Maple Valley News ____ BANK RUN & PROCESSED LANDSCAPE ROCK LIGHT EXCAVATING (269) 945-9554 For Sale For Rent Garage Sale 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR­ PET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 NASHVILLE FOR RENT: Large 4bd apartment. Includes utilities, $650 plus dede posit. No pets. Call (517)543 7811. 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. AGGREGATE TRUCKING RICHARD J. EWING (517) 726-0088 (517) 726-0020 VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN AMISH DROP LEAF NASHVILLE: very nice 2 KITCHEN TABLE with 3 bedroom apartment. Help Wanted chairs, in excellent condition, (517)852-9386 DRIVER: additional CDL-A $500 obo. (269)948-0502 drivers needed. Looking for Household dependable customer service HOUSE OF FURNITURE: 4 rooms, living room, dining, $195 WOOD FOUR POST oriented person with chaufbedroom, den, 2 months old. BED (new) with king pillow- feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A liOak four post bed, colonial top mattress set. Cost $1,000. cense. Good working envi­ ronment. (616)248-7729 table, chairs, misc., drop leaf (517)204-0600 table. Cost $6,000. Sell MEMORY FOAM BED: $2,500/best. (517)207-0600 queen size, original plastic, SLEIGH BED: queen cherry Visco foam, still wrapped, wood with pillowtop mat­ never used. Will sell tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 $325/best. (989)227-2986 OAK RAISED PANEL BED: king size, includes'pillowtop AQUATIC PLANTS: Water mattress, box springs, Lillies & LOTUS, Goldfish & month , olbdo. x Sseplrli ngs$,1 951. old. Sell Koi, liners, pumps, filters. (517)719-8062 Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. Business Services (616)698-1030. Open Mon.Fri., 9am-5:30pm; Sat., 9am- BLACK DIRT 10 yards delivered, $110; fill sand 10 2pm. yard load delivered, $70 to QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS , Hastings, Nashville, Wood-l Darrell Hamilton, (517)852-, land; also bulldozing. Call 9691. 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M-43 Hwy., All real estate advertising in this news­ Hastings. paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. BARRY COUNTY Mr lH I ■ You CAN own your own home! Good/Bad or No Credit. Call Dale at WEST MICHIGAN FINANCE for a fast FREE and secure mortgage consultation. and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 1-877-805-1200 x6 106611726 t-'epjll# Whitmore O open Hou H epQ Kimand Barb celebrated their )) J 25 2th1 W2e0d0d5in g i Annlivberstiary ofn thi ,.. in celebration of this event, a SUBEEiSE op™ bouse will be held on July 17th from 4 to 7 at their residence. Kim and Barb have one son jason, and one daughter Jennifer, mho passed in 2OO1. Mm is employed mith atize^ Elevator in Veimontuille and Barb is retired from Care Free Products. pleasejoin us on the 1 ?tb. For more information, call 517-543-9461 or 517-543-6604. Attention Kalamo Township Residents EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Applications for Deferment of Summer 2005 Taxes The Township of Kalamo is currently accepting applications for summer 2005 tax deferments. To qualify, a household income cannot exceed $25,000. The applicant must also be 62 years of age or older, paraplegic, quadriplegic, eligible service person, veteran, widow or widower, blind or totally and permanently disabled. Those that farm agricultural real property may also qualify. Requests for deferment applications can be made by mail or phone to the Kalamo Township Treasurer, 303 S. Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096, phone: 517-726-1381, or can be filled out at the Kalamo Township Hall on any of the summer tax col­ lection dates. Deferment applications must be filed by September 14, 2005. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential • Commercial • Farm Summer Tax Collection Dates Kalamo Township Hall Office Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 20, 2005 August 5, 2005 August 19, 2005 September 2, 2005 September 14, 2005 We stock a complete line of... • Pumps * Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. I will only accept payments by mail at my home, no in-person payments are accepted. Matthew D. Ewing Owner If you would like a receipt returned to you, please include a SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE! GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 06611444 Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE s s Now accepting MasterCard & Visa For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Shirley M. Wilkins, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc., a Missouri Corporation Mortgagee, dated December 30, 2004 and recorded January 4, 2005 in Instrument No. 1139666 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Three Cents ($82,877.53) including interest 9.8% 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, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM. on Thursday, August 4, 2005. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 5 of Block 10 of Assessor’s Plat No. 3 of the Village of Middleville according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, oh page 11. Commonly known as 308 Grand Rapids Street, Middleville Ml 49333 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. Dated: JUNE 28, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc. Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 05-35826 ASAP710428 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 INVENTORY CLEARANCE SALE PLUS NO INTERST - NO PAYMENTS FOR 12 MONTHS ** HURRY IN! THREE UNITS ONLY Great Savings On a True Commercial Grade John Deere Model 737 Zero Turn Mower 54" Mower Deck Cutting Speeds Up to 11 MPH Industry Leading Durability and Quality Premium Kawasaki 23 HP V-Twin OHV Engine 2900 NORTH BROADWAY HASTINGS 269-945-9526 John Deere PROUD TO BE A JOHN DEERE GOLD STAR DEALER Advertised price represents reduction from manufacturer’s current list price for comparable models. Financing available to qualified personal use buyers through John Deere Credit. Finance offer ends Oct 28,2005. See dealer sales stafffor details and other special finance programs. �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday, July 12,2005 — Page 8 MILLAGE, continued from page 1 residents ever will live in,” he noted. DeYoung added, for baby boomers and beyond, we now have an opportunity to take Thomapple Manor into the 21st century. And some of our residents have told us they’d like to see this happen in their lifetime.” Barry County Transit, meanwhile, is not looking to expand its service, it’s attempting to save it. The service began more than 20 years ago and was able to offer public transportation to students, the elderly and peo­ ple without cars and trucks. Bleam said when the pub­ lic transit service was begun there were four businesses that were consolidated into one and 13 buses were reduced five with one spare. He estimated that about 1.6 million people have been transported since, of course, may of them repeat riders. What has happened since then in terms of finances mirrors what has happened to a lot of government serv­ ices in the last two decades — they’ve been reduced in the wake of tax cuts and budget cuts. The state and federal government both have scaled back support, particularly in the last sever­ al years. “We were one of the last transit services to operate with no local funding,” Bleam said, “but we’re pret­ ty much at the sunset of that period.” He pointed out that the state provided as much as 60 percent of the transit ser­ vice’s funding as late as 1997, but that figure went as low as 38 percent last year and now it very well could dip below 30 percent in 2006. Bleam said Barry County Transit has had to reduce its service levels and perform other budget reductions since 1999 because of the shrink­ ing support from the state and federal governments and it’s likely it will survive with a barebones operation this year and next, but after that the future of transit is uncer­ tain without local millage support. The one quarter of a mill countywide would generate about $403,000 annually, Bleam said. It would cost a citizen with a home assessed at $100,000 about $12.50 extra per year. 06605624 BOND’S “If we don’t need it all,” he said, “we don’t anticipate levying the full amount (of the millage), only what we would require.” He pledged that if the millage is passed Aug. 2, Barry County Transit will make a serious effort and providing more services to people in rural areas, particu­ larly those who want to come into Hastings to shop, go to Pennock Hospital, the Commission on Aging Center or the community recreation center and pool. “We get a feel for what people go through if they don’t have a ride,” Bleam said. He noted as an example that when a motorist is hav­ ing his or her car repaired and doesn’t have a “loaner,” that person is at the mercy of the kindness of someone else. “That’s what it’s like rou­ tinely for public transporta­ tion users,” he said. “Barry County Transit serves senior citizens, students, single par­ ents, the poor... it’s all about freedom and independence for those not capable of get­ ting around.” Citizen Kenneth Miller asked Bleam is the service has considered using small and more fuel efficient vehi­ cles. Bleam replied that it has a mini-van and two other smaller vehicles, but adding to the fleet would increase insurance costs. “We do it when we can, we’re trying to get it down to become more cost efficient,” Bleam said. One woman in the audi­ ence said she feels the more rural areas of the county feel Preserve your wood one TIME® every 7 years. 2-Year-0ld Deck—400 Square Feet Including Ordinary Railings & Spindles One TIME* The Leader in Wood Protection ($69.99/Gal.) Year! $69.99 Year 3 Year 5 Year 7 Ordinary Deck Treatment (SI 5.99/Gal.) TOTAL $191.88* $69.99 left out ofthe transit service. Bleam said there has been a vehicle in Delton and in Nashville, and there used to be shuttling to and from the old Baby Bliss plant in Middleville. “Yes, perhaps the outlying areas have been slighted, that’s why with this proposal we would upgrade rural serv­ ices. We’re trying to right the wrongs of the past.” He also said Barry County Transit must do a better job of marketing its services to people in the rural areas. DeYoung chimed in that he and Thomapple Manor employees and officials are supportive ofthe transit mill­ age request. “I hope the people realize how much this will bring into the county.” He did a little math and noted the transit and Thomapple Manor millage requests combined add up to less than a mill per year (.92 mill) and is only a slight increase over what already exists (.85) as an approved millage levy. “So it’s really a pretty good deal,” DeYoung remarked. Dr. V. Harry Adrounie, chairman of the Health and Human Services Commission, said, “Both of these (millage requests) are needed in the county. If you own a $100,000 house, you’ll spend only an extra $45 a year.” Adrounie, who just recent­ ly turned 90 years old, quipped, “One of these days I’m going to join the senior level and I’ll need these serv­ ices... I think you should vote for both these millages. I’m going to.” Also lending support at the forum were David Hatfield, CEO of MainStreet Savings Bank and chairman of the Transit Millage Committee, and Dr. James Atkinson, who has spear­ headed such community efforts as a new public library and the recreation center. “Both of these entities serve the most needy, most vulnerable part of our popu­ lation,” Atkinson said. “It’s a small amount of expense for each person. Both are work­ ing for the people we really need to help.” Miller echoed the support, but explained that it’s always a good idea to ask questions about any proposal, which he was doing during the First Friday forum. Sunfield recycling needs magazines The Sunfield recycling are separated,” the spokes program needs magazines. person said. “We ask people “We need four to eight to put the recycling material gaylord boxes to shop a load. in the right boxes that are Then we can pour cement,” a mark for that item and only spokesperson said. that item, if it has no caps Sunfield Townships/Boy and flatten, then please Scouts recycling centers remove the caps and flatten. hours are every Monday, 9 There will be a attendant, a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday (except one hour near lunch through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 time), there to help the sen­ p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to iors and anybody else on noon. It is located north of able to carry items.” M-43 and First Street (blink­ Sunfield now is taking er light in Sunfield), off of computers, magazines, First Street on the west side newspapers, aluminum, tin of the road, just past the cans (no labels, and flatten), water tower. 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Virginia Tobias read a let­ ter to the Nashville Village Council Turdsay, indicating she and her husband had written to both Darrell Clements Jr., the head of Nashville’s Department of Public Works (DPW) and the members of the council. In that letter they stated that while they appreciated the alley being paved because it eliminated the dust, potholes filled with standing water, they felt the drainage for the alley and their street now is "totally inadequate." "Where we only occasion­ ally had flooding of our property, it is now a regular occurrence with any heavy rain. You only need to see how the slant of the blacktop brings water to the drain from every direction possi­ ble," they wrote. • To illustrate their point, Virginia Tobias presented the board with photographs that showed the backyard, front yard and back porch of their home flooded after the storm on June 30, which Madge was found about a half mile from home but way off the road in a fence row that was very thick and brushy. When looking for her, volunteers had been through that very area sever­ al times earlier in the search. “It didn't appear that she was ‘hung up’ in it in any way, but she had definitely been thrashing some by the hair missing on her side, etc. They said it was hard to tell if there were any injuries caused by something like an animal or something because she was pretty scraped up in general and obviously had been there since the Fourth. “They know it had to be something out of the ordi­ nary for that mare to leave , , dumped more than an inch of water in the Nashville area in less than an hour and left 30 caused rainwater to seep many homes and businesses under the back door and side in the area without power or door of their home and seeped through the siding to telephone service. flood the back porch and In their letter, the Tobiases said that earlier when it Richard’s business office, became apparent that flood­ which he had to close for two ing was going to be a prob­ days. They asked the village to lem, they obtained sandbags from the Department of Public Works, which they used to try to prevent flood­ ing from the alley. However they said the sandbags did not alleviate the problem, plus they were difficult for them to lift, as they weigh by Sandra Ponsetto more than 50 lbs. each. Staff Writer The Tobiases said the The Maple Valley Board flooding from the storm June of Education elected its pres­ ident, vice president and other officers during its annual organizational meet­ ing last week. The board also appointed representatives to the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) and her baby like that; perhaps other state and local educasomething chemical/physical tional support organizations. such as a brain tumor or such With two board members or possibly an animal after absent, Mark Shoemaker and her . . . I'm sure they will Tim James, the board voted unanimously to re-elect probably never really know. “Pat and Debbie asked if I incumbent board President Sessions, would be please let everyone Jerry Vice Tim know they had found her... President James, and to please thank everyone Secretary Allison Avery and from the bottom of their Treasurer Wayne Curtis. The board also unanihearts for all they have done over the past couple of mously approved the followweeks to try and help them ing appointments: Andrea Montgomery, legislative rep­ locate her. “As all of us know as resentative MASB, Allison horse owners, when you've Avery, representative for the had one as long as they had Maple Valley Scholarship Board Madge, it's not just a horse, Foundation of she was a part of their fami­ Directors, Mark Shoemaker, ly, not to mention an incredi- representative for the Eaton ble horse.” County School Board Association, and Brian Missing Sunfield area horse is found dead The missing horse Madge, who belonged to Pat and Debbie Rogers, was found dead last week. Madge had been missing since the Fourth of July. Last week’s Lakewood News reported Madge, a pony and her nursing foal were in a pasture right behind the Rogers’ house on July 4. The next day, July 5, Madge was missing. The Rogers searched the area with an airplane for several hours and tracked by foot, quad and horse for miles. Katrina Ackerson kept an e-mail update of the missing horse for friends. Last week she sent an e-mail update about finding the dead horse. According to the e-mail, , Heavy rams from the storm that _u_p_ro_o __te_d__t_re__e_s and. .interrup*tedj power and..te.lephone service in areas of Maple Valley June 30 flooded the backyard of Richard and Virginia Tobias in Nashville with eight to ten inches of water. reimburse them for the cost of having the water removed from their carpeting and dry­ ing out the room. After Virginia Tobias fin­ ished reading the letter, Village President Frank Dunham noted the rain June 30 was abnormally "That was a lot more water than we normally get," he said. Clements noted that at one point Nashville got a 1 1/2 inch reading ofrain injust 20 minutes. See FLOOD, page 2 Jerry Sessions re-elected president of school board Green and Andrea Montgomery, District School Improvement Team representatives. In other action the board set 7 p.m. on the second Monday of each month as the time and date of the board’s regular monthly meetings for the 2005-2006 academic year. All meetings will be held in the board­ room of the district’s admin­ istration office, located at 11090 Nashville Highway in Vermontville unless other­ wise noted. The board also approved the district’s membership in the Michigan Association of School Boards and the School Equity Caucus and the following business arrangements: Hastings City Bank is designated as the districts’ bank of deposit, administrative personnel are authorized to sign checks, the local millage rate for 2005-2006 remains at five mills, Yeo & Yeo remains the district’s auditors and Thrun Law firm P.C. will provide the district’s legal services. See BOARD, page 6 In This Issue • Nashville Assembly plans special events • Nashville youth earns Shorthorn Show places • Two abandoned dogs’ lives saved by local vet • Iraq War veteran glad to be back with Nashville family �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, July 19,2005 — Page 2 FLOOD, continued from page "But one or two days later their house and their yard is still wet It isn’t right and it isn’t fair to them, " said trustee Mary Coll. Trustee James Dunham asked Virginia Tobias if any of their other neighbors were also experiencing flooding problems. She replied that the man who owned the duplex next door had com­ plained that he was getting some flooding in his base­ ment. “I realize that paving the alley is very expensive, but your engineer is responsible for the inadequacy of that drain," said Virginia Tobias. Richard Tobias, who entered the meeting after his wife had read the letter and presented the board with the photographs, added that he also believes the engineer was at fault. "The water gushes past that one drain and comes down to ours.-f caitt under­ stand why the engineer did­ n’t see that,"the said. After further discussion among board members and the Tobiases regarding the level of the Tobiases proper­ ty, whether it was built on a slab or a basement and the abnormal amount of rainfall during the storm, Trustee Mike Kenyon broke in. "I know an engineer can’t just come in and wave his magic wand and things get fixed; but, let’s just take care of it. Let’s fix it," he said. "The person who repaved the alley wasn’t intending for that to happen, you certainly didn’t want that to happen, nobody’s at fault. We were like, let’s repave the alley. Yahoo! Yeah... Uh, oh! Rats! Well, golly, let’s just take of it!" Clements said that even if a larger (12-inch line) had been installed in the new drain* there still would have been an overflow because the'drain that that one emp­ ties into is only eight inches in diameter. "It’s like trying to dump a five gallon pail into a two gallon pail," said Frank Dunham, trying to clarify Clements’ statement You’re going to have overflow. It wouldn’t take it," said Clements. "I’m not going to try to convince anybody that I know how to fix drains, you (Clements) have forgot more than I will ever know," said Kenyon. "Again, not to be over simplistic, I know you can’t just say, ‘There you are, you’re fixed,’ but..." "It just has to be fixed, said trustee Kimberly Knoll. Clements said that the whole system might have to be enlarged and that, "would be the engineer’s call." "That’s not just for this We offer good-student insurance discounts! 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James Dunham said he agreed with Coll and Kenyon and Knoll that, without affix­ ing blame, the village needed to look into what could be done to prevent the flooding problem in the future. "We have to think that if this was our home, we would be as upset as these two are," said Coll. Though the council took no formal action, Dunham said the DPW and the engi­ neering firm hired by the vil- Nashville Assembly plans special events The public is welcome to attend a variety of special services and events at the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St. in Nashville. On Sunday, July 24, Michelle Mahoney, a med­ ical missionary, and Diane Eckland, a missionary to Russia will be speaking dur­ ing the regular morning serv­ ice at 11 a.m. The following week, from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 30, the church will hold its annu­ al “Day in the Son” picnic and pig roast, featuring a concert by GHF. GHF, which stands for God Has Forgiven, is a min­ istry focused Christian rock band, comprised of three of LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship............ ........ 11 a.m. .................. 6 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 6 E.vening Worship 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 of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service....... Sunday School........ ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) sg | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities, Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH W.orship Service.. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1X2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School ’........................... 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY lage would look into correct­ ing the matter. In other business Thursday night, the council: • Heard reports from the DPW and police department. Clements said volunteers from GM’s community serv­ ice program were a great help to his department and that he had received a lot of positive feedback from the community about how much maintenance work was being done in the village, and he attributed it to the extra help. He also noted that the water tower was once again up and running after its routine inspection and cleaning. Officer Jerry Schray from the Nashville Police Department reported that the lot on Reed Street near the comer of Main, where the derelict trailer had been removed, was nearly cleaned up. At last month’s regular meeting, the council request­ ed that Police Chief Garry Barnes look into the matter and report to the council at last week’s meeting. • Heard a request from NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 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.,im. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 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. the original members of the well-known band Petra. Greg Hough, Bill Glover and John DeGroff have decades of combined musical experience between them, and are listed in the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. They have a live CD available which was recorded during in August 2004. The project, titled “Honestly Live,” con­ tains original material as well as some Petra classics. Sunday, July 31, Accolade, a local music artist, will perform a concert at 6 p.m. at the church. For more information, call Patti Branham (517) 852­ 9819. HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown Hastings on State St. DIGITAL STEREO 0 No passes 945-SHOW Visa & MasterCard accepted! 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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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ............... 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 PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects . and more. . Nancy Fancher, Pastor . Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors Dianna Baker, a resident of Queen Street, about a sign of some sort warning drivers to slow down because there are children in the neighborhood and she fears that if drivers persist in speeding around the comer, children playing in the area could be hurt. Clements said he would find and install a "Slow children playing" sign near the cor­ ner. • Accepted the resignation of Jim Mater from his posi­ tion as a part-time DPW worker effective July 11 and approved the appointment of Amy Robinson to the board of directors for Putnam District Library. The council also accepted the resignation of zoning administrator David Newman and appoint­ ed Bracy to serve in the interim until a replacement could be found. • Approved quarterly pay­ ment of $4,000 to the EMS service and $1,000 to trans­ fer recycle. However, after going into closed session to discuss litigation against the fire board, the council returned to open session and voted unanimously to with­ hold the quarterly payment to the fire department until the first meeting in next month, which is slated for Aug. 11. 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 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 11:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �Tmmhueu Miiviap viapliiec c Vvan vanllc ec yy iNi wwew& w&s,(( iN iNads dshnv nviiiliilie, ie, Tii uet uetsKKdJJady, dy, jJ jui uily y 1i»i»9,,,2005 — — — rPr ay ayguue o 3o School board hears update on possible ’06 bond issue JvN Jw JvNJw *>ZS S' Sv by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education heard an update on a proposed 2006 bond issue from David Martin and Earl Frasier from Kingscott, the architectural and engi­ neering firm hired by the district. Kingscott’s task is to look into the possibility of a separate middle school building and/or adding onto or remodeling exist­ ing buildings to create more instructional space to meet the current and projected future needs of the district. Martin reminded the board that with Michigan’s new election consolidation laws the bond issue could only be put before the voters in the Maple Valley School District on one of four dates in 2006. “The state limited it to four dates in the year... those dates are February, May, August, or November. If we are look­ ing for a bond in 2006, we have those four dates.” Martin and Frasier pre­ sented the board with enrollment information and preliminary financial information provided by the district’s financial consultant. Martin outlined the time line the board would need to follow in order to meet the state’s criteria for put­ ting a bond issue before the voters on any one of the dates mentioned earli­ er. He noted that the board would have to set a treas­ ury meeting 120 days before the vote, a board meeting 100 days before the vote, a department of treasury meeting 90 days before the vote and anoth­ er board meeting 70 days before the vote. Kim Kramer, the super­ intendent of the Maple Valley School District, clarified for the board that according to the state the board had to begin the process to put the bond issue on the ballot four months ahead of the elec­ tion date. “Ifyou’re going to hold the election in May of 2006 you need to start the state’s processes in February,” concurred Martin. In order to pursue a bond issue the district would have to obtain an enrollment projection report from one of two independent consulting firms in the state, either Middle Cities Education Association or StanFred Consultants. Martin said the firm would base its projection on the 2005 fall enrollment. The district klisd Una ■Bn.® w»>u ‘■Mh'i ■IB3?; H HIIRI Dylan Kennedy (second from right) from Nashville placed fourth in the Prospector I Herdsman Quiz contest. Shown with him are (from left) Haley Alden, Mo Mitchell Smith, Ind.; Adrianne Trennepohl, from Indiana.; Dylan Kennedy, Michigan.; Matthew Fogg, from Indiana. JI.C® IT CATHOLIC^ 5j®*s B“ jaBUdSW dSW1* ... jj H *1 *0 •a Nashville youth earns Shorthorn Show places Dylan Kennedy of Nashville won fourth place in Prospector I Herdsman Quiz and fifth place in Prospector I Livestock Judging at the 2005 National Junior Shorthorn Show and Conference (NJSS), held in Harrisburg, Pa., June 28 through July 2. Justin Kennedy from Nashville also participated in the show and conference. More than 350 junior exhibitors learned they were the "Keystone to the Future" by participating in the 2005 event. Juniors took part in contests including Speech, State Booth, State Scrapbook, * State Herdsmanship, Team Fitting, Team Salesmanship, Arts Etc., Promotional Poster, Photography, Herdsman Quiz, Beef Cook-Off, High Point Award, and Livestock Judging, evoking friendly LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE Lee O. Stuart M.D. Laurie Braker, M.D. Mrr * » ■>$ rdJ Brian W. Swanton, M.D. Erica Nyman, P.A.C. 4294 Laurel Dr. P.O. Box 578 Tel: (616) 374-7660 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 Fax: (616) 374-0270 New Office* Hours: Monday thru Thursday 7:00 am to 7:00 pm; Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm competition and camaraderie between individuals and states. More than 500 head of cattle were paraded before the judges at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex. Participants then assisted in electing new members to the American Junior Shorthorn Association (AJSA) Board of Directors and crowning the 2005-2006 Shorthorn Lassie Queen The American Junior Shorthorn Association, head­ quartered in Omaha, Neb., promotes personal develop­ ment through youth activities and educational events. With more than 3,000 members, the AJSA is dedicated to the betterment of its members, promotes valuable skills and fosters friendships that will last a lifetime. also would have to pro­ vide the firm with a fiveyear history or enrollment, and growth. Martin said his firm could use that information in its analysis and recommended that the district go ahead and hire one of the consulting firms to begin the enroll­ ment projection report soon. “They typically get fair­ ly busy in the fall as a lot of districts are going for the count.” State guidelines for the planning portion of the bond issue include the fol­ lowing class size to teach­ ing station ratio of 20:1 for K-2 grade; 25:1 for grades 3-5; 22.5:1 for grades 6-8; and 21.25:1 in grades 9-12. The state also requires a maximum of five years anticipated growth when constructing the projected enrollment, a building use of 85% or higher, and maximum new construction costs of $149 per square feet. “Using the state guide­ lines we took a look at your current buildings and how they are configured to calculate what the state would say you need in terms of... what your buildings could hold in terms of students,” said Martin, who noted that without the consulting firms projected enroll­ ment, his firm used a flat line for growth projection, “No growth, no decline, just using the numbers that you have for 2004 -2005’s enrollment and projecting those out at 115% in terms of what the state will allow in terms of teaching stations in terms of what you currently have.” Martin said that accord­ ing to state guidelines, teaching stations are rooms where classes are held on a regular basis. Gymnasiums in high schools are considered teaching stations, but not in elementary schools, where they often serve more than one function. Special education class­ rooms, portables and media centers also are not included as teaching sta­ tions. “There is definitely a need for adding additional stations,” he said, noting that moving third grade from Fuller Street Elementary, which cur­ rently serves grades K-3 to Maplewood Elementary, which cur­ rently serves grades 4-6 is one option under con­ sideration. Kramer said he inter­ prets the data to suggest that the state would say the district would be justi­ fied to build an additional 11 classrooms district- wide. “The state would say you are justified in build­ ing 11 rooms. There are all kinds of things that have to be considered when we determine the final options, and that’s the construction costs, will they equate appropri­ ately, operational costs... can you afford to operate and additional 11 class­ rooms, if your enrollment and state funding stay the same?” said Martin, who noted they had to consider enrollment. “There are a lot of things that ultimate­ ly play into what the options should be. We’re real preliminary about that at this point. The bottom line, what we’re saying is that the state would see no problem in what we have discovered at this point in justifying the bond issue.” Martin noted that the numbers currently don’t appear to justify the build­ ing of a new, separate middle school, from the state’s perspective. However, he noted that his firm was not ruling out that possibility at this point. Martin’s review of the district’s preliminary funding analysis, prepared by Stauder, Barch Associates in June, show that the current tax levy is scheduled for rollback August 2006. Preliminary revenue options include: levying five mills (no increase, no rollback), which would generate $6.6 million, six mills (a one mill increase), which would generate $9.9 mil­ lion, or 6.5 mills (a 1.5 mill increase), which would generate $11.5 mil­ lion. “The state would say that a brand-new middle school... the cost of that building would be sub­ stantially more than we could generate, even at the 6.5 mills,” he said. “I don’t think we can afford it. I don’t think we can justify it. “You’ll have to help us decide where you want to go with the financing for the bond application,” Martin told the board. “Approximately 80% of the money we generate from the bond is for the bricks and mortar, the other 20% goes for the sales of the bonds, fees, permits, those kinds of things.” Martin told the board that Kingscott was cur­ rently working on a plan based on allowable con­ struction limitations, con­ firming desired grade level reconfiguration, how to fit the project within the district’s budget constraints, guiding and review and selection of options by the district and evaluating the operational cost impacts. They would also help the district’s board of education and administrators determine the process for selecting an option and determining an appropriate election date. Martin also said that many districts involve parents, PTOs and other community groups as part of the decision making process, “You decide how the option is arrived at,” he said, “if the board wants to involve high school students in the selection of options, that’s all right with us, That has been tried many times in other districts.” “Sometime in the future this board will need to select a process to make decisions on these things,” said Kramer. “You need to think about how are you going to like going about doing this.” School board member Brian Green said he felt it might be easier for the dis­ trict to get the bond issue approved by voters the first time it is on the ballot if they involve members of the community in the decision making process See BOND, page 9 Neighborhood Watch meeting set for tonight Everyone is welcome to attend Nashville’s Neighborhood Watch meet­ ing at 7 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, July 19, at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) located at 233 N. Main St. in Nashville. Block captains have been named and they will be working with volunteers in their area to set up schedules. Officer Jerry Schray from the Nashville Police Department will be on hand. For more information, call (517) 852-0664. ^Diana’s cPfcce The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 06605469 1-517-852-9481 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 19,2005 — Page 4 Edith Cogswell Brenda Carpenter NASHVILLE - Mrs. Brenda Carpenter age 42 of Nashville, passed away on Saturday, July 16, 2005 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. Brenda was bom in Charlotte, on October 9, 1962, the daughter of Raymond and Charlotte (Eldrige) Carmoney. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools there graduating from Maple Valley High School in 1981. On March 25, 1989 in Grand Ledge, she married Darryl Carpenter. The couple lived in the Nashville area for the early part of their lives together. They moved to the South Haven area for nine years before returning to Nashville in 2004. Brenda enjoyed doing puz­ zles, reading, and visiting with her friends and neigh­ bors. Together with her hus­ band Darryl the couple enjoyed travelling to Maryland. Brenda is survived by her beloved husband Darryl; her daughter, April Carpenter, her son, Derek Carpenter; step daughter Heather (Dustin) Kamrowski; step son, Dustin (Jessica) Carpenter; and her brother Bruce (Kathleen) Carmoney. She is also survived by her father- and mother-in-law Bruce and Janet Carpenter and her brother-in-law, Steve (Martha) Carpenter. Brenda was preceded in death by her grandparents, Eddie and Nellie Ramsey, Lavem and Eloise Carmoney; her brother-in­ law, Bradley Carpenter, and her cousin, John Jane Jr. The family will receive visitors on Thursday, July 21, beginning at 12:00 noon. Funeral service will be held at 1:00pm on Thursday, July 21; 2005 at the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville, with Pastor Duane Royston officiating. In lieu offlowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to to the family. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Dorothy (Gardner) Mahar VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Dorothy (Gardner) Mahar, age 86, of Vermontville passed away Friday, July 15, 2005 peacefully at the Eaton Community Hospice, Charlotte. Mrs. Mahar was bom in Dowling, on August 9,1918, the daughter of the late Donald F. and Cecile A. (VanSycle) Weeks. She was raised in the Dowling area and attended both Dowling and Martin Country schools. She was the widow of Howard Gardner. On September 21, 1935 Dorothy married Howard Gardner in Hastings. The couple spent the early years oftheir marriage living the in the Nashville and Hastings areas. They later moved to the Vermontville area where they raised their family. After Howard passed away in 1976 Dorothy married Mr. Robert Mahar. The couple was married for 17 years when Robert passed away in and Brandon Harmon; 19 1995. Dorothy was a member of great grandchildren; four the First Congregational great great grandchildren; as well as several step grand­ Church of Vermontville. Dorothy is survived by her children. daughters, Helen Dorothy was preceded in (Raymond) Bond, Shirley death by her husband of 41 (Rodney) Harmon; sons, years Howard Gardner who Robert (Lois) Gardner, passed away on October 29, Forrest (Elaine) 1976. And also her second Gardner,Roger (Diane) husband of 17 years, Robert Gardner; stepdaughters, Mahar who passed away on Nora (Francis) Peake, Mary December 3, 1995, and her (Kenneth) Custer, Lois sister Ora Johnson (Robert) Gardner, Janice Funeral service was held at (Everett) Swift, Lee (Bill) on Monday, July 18, 2005 at Joppie; stepsons, Darwin the Daniels Funeral Home in (Kay) Mahar, Michael Nashville with Pastor Rich (Jeannie) Mahar; sisters, Mitterling officiating. Reatha (Charles) Humphrey, Interment took place imme­ Mildred (Albert) (Lawrence) diately following the funeral Parrott Sixberry, Theda service at Woodlawn (Kenneth) Gardner, and Lila Cemetery Vermontville. (John) Cochran; and brother, In lieu of flowers, memori­ Bernard (Norma) Weeks al contributions may be She is also survived by her made to Barry-Eaton grandchildren, Peggy and Hospice or Vermontville Scott Rathbum, Pat Gardner, Congregational Church. Cheryl Rathbum, Allan Funeral arrangements have Gardner, Denise Scramlin, been entrusted to the Daniels Karen Hulsebos, Steve Funeral Home in Nashville. Gardner, and Chris, Jason OurFamily 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 (5-a1. 7/ )/ 852-9 7 1 2 W J ? / Jl^ 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & Family HASTINGS Edith Cogswell, age 75, of Hastings, died Wednesday, July 13, 2005, at Thomapple Manor. Mrs. Cogswell was bom on March 11,1930 in Kassel, Germany, the daughter of Wilhelm and Maria (Frigger) Bachmann. She was raised in Germany and attended schools there. She came to the United States/Hastings, in December 1956. She was married to George H. Cogswell on July 24, 1957. They lived at their farm home on East Center Road all their married lives. Edith was a homemaker, enjoyed cooking and baking cookies, which she loved to share with family and friends. She loved to dance, crocheted many afghans for family, playing cards. She and husband George win­ tered in Lake Placid, FL for over 20 years. She was a member of Pennock Hospital Guild #42 where she volunteered many hours. Mrs. Cogswell is survived by her beloved husband, George; sister, Use (Wolfram) Fechner of Ft. Pierce, FL and Helga (Roderick) Scobey of Hastings;' brothers, Klaus (Maria) Bachmann of Blissfield and Guenter Bachmann of Kassel, Germany; nieces, nephews and cousins; sister-in-law, Greta Endres of Lake Odessa; brother-in-law, Clarence Curtiss ofHastings; and a host of friends. Preceding her in death were her parents and one brother. Services were held Saturday, July 16, 2005 at Wren Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Michael J. Anton officiating. Burial, was at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Disease Foundation. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings (www.wren-funeral-home.coih). Everett Lee Cranson----------He spent his married years VERMONTVILLE Everett Lee Cranson, age 85, as a dairy and crop farmer of Vermontville Township, until his retirement in 1992. died Friday, July 15, 2005. He was a faithful Christian Mr. Cranson was born and member of Charlotte February 10, 1920 in Church of Christ. Highland Park, the son of Mr. Cranson was preceded Paul and Mary (Parsons) in death by his parents, two small siblings, Paul Jr. and Cranson. He grew up mostly in the Barbara, and sister, Kathleen Detroit area and graduated (Cedric) Root. from Ferndale High School He is survived by his wife, in 1938. Gloria; daughter, Julia (Tom) Mr. Cranson served four Haynie; son, Cary; son, years in the Army Artillery Dennis; and daughter, during World War II, partici­ Rosemary(Doug) pating in Normandy Beach Lautzenheiser; 10 grandchil­ head (D-Day plus one) and dren; 12 great grandchildren the Battle of the Bulge, and three step great grand­ returning afterward to the children. Vermontville area where his Funeral services will be parents had relocated. held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, There he met the former July 19,2005 at Pray Funeral Gloria Carey and they were Home. married December 19, 1947. Memorial contributions may be made to Charlotte Church of Christ or American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte;"" Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneralcom. Berneta E. McDonald NASHVILLE Mrs Berneta E. McDonald, age 75, ofNashville passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 17th, 2005 at Pennock Hospital, in Hastings. Berneta was born in Hastings, on February 8, 1930, the daughter of the late David F. and Elsie (Mead) Cogswell. She was raised in the Hastings/Nashville area and attended area schools graduating from Maple Valley High School in 1947. On January 24, 1968 she married Mr. Jack McDonald at the Nashville United Methodist Church. The cou­ ple spent their lives together in the Lansing area then returned to Nashville in 1988. Berneta enjoyed doing cross word and jigsaw puz­ zles, and being outdoors. She and her husband Jack would spend their summers at a cottage on Little Pine Lake fishing together. In the spring time she also enjoyed hunting for mushrooms. Berneta is survived by her husband Jack, her daughters, Susan (John) Hook-Haley and Kqy (Rex) Hook; a step daughter, Becky McDonald; her step sons, Patrick McDonald, Michael (Edwin) McDonald, and Jeff (Mary) McDonald; her brother, Wayne (Penny) Cogswell; her grandchildren, Jamie (Jamie) Brighton, Bobby Joseph, and Austin HookHaley; her great grandchil­ dren, Andrew, Jacob, & Mikayla Brighton. Also sur- viving are several step grand' and great grandchildren, neices and nephews. She will be missed dearly by all including her beloved dog “Peanut.” Berneta was preceeded in death by her parents, her sis­ ters Annabelle, and Marjorie, and her brother Maurice. Tne family will receive visitors at the Daniels Funeral Home on Tuesday July 19, from 6-8 p.m. Funeral service, will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2005 at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels funeral Home, Nashville. Call Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. anytime hr Maple Valley News Aetiei-ais! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 19,2005 — Page 5 Bond issue vote is Aug, 2 Residents and employees say expansion and renovation needed at Thornapple Manor n, In i? *tt SS'S SS iS1 ■W I* (f n, fecui j,, 3 a;, B«i it htihQa ilato. Mniman Tan, I nips KX® six caewtar be al Mnkfe ■ss kiiWto lit tot hiBSdta ahtt feta nd lEM [i)h) [Si)tahtye) [i)hy) ; i 111,1 State, jgidt & I# ftd- \ijdt On Tuesday, Aug. 2, Barry County voters will be asked to approve a 20­ year bond issue for reno­ vations and expansion of Thomapple Manor, the county-owned skilled nursing facility in Hastings. Construction of the original facility was completed in 1958. The 138-bed Thomapple Manor will be expanded, if the millage passes, to provide enough space to increase the num­ ber of private rooms from the current 16 to 96. That change would eliminate the current four-bed wards. The remaining rooms would be semi-pri­ vate, and all the rooms would be new or com­ pletely renovated with telephone, television and Internet availability. All rooms would have their own bathrooms too. “We conduct on-going family and resident satis­ faction surveys,” said Administrator Jim DeYoung, “and we con­ sistently hear that resi­ dents would like private rooms due to a roommate being disruptive or noisy. The residents don’t like four-bed wards. They want their privacy.” Smaller, decentralized dining areas are incorpo­ rated into the proposed renovation plan as well as small living rooms for family members to visit their loved ones. “The renovation will create a more home-like environment for residents and their families,” DeYoung said. “In many cases, Thomapple Manor truly becomes home, not only for our residents, but for their family members as well. Being able to visit or dine with a family member with privacy is extremely important.” Heather Walton, dietary manager and a 13 year employee at Thomapple Manor, testifies to that and the need for private rooms. When her grandmother was a resident at Thornapple Manor, Walton said her children enjoyed spending time there to visit, but it would have been nicer to have more space. “There wasn’t any­ where we could go to have a private visit with my grandmother, and we always included her roommate - a very nice lady - and they did the same when her family came. But, there just isn’t a place you can go and grab a cup of coffee and shoot the breeze,” she said. “A lot of times (weather permitting) you can go outside and enjoy the gazebo. In fact, my son built that gazebo for an Eagle Scout project. I’m so proud, and I’m so proud to work here. I just can’t say enough nice things. It’s just wonderful. “When my grandma passed away, it was diffi­ cult to have anywhere to go as a family,” Walton PROPANE SERVICE TECH/ DELIVERY DRIVER NEEDED Full-time w/benefits. Experience preferred but willing to train the right person. Must be dependable, honest and customer service ori­ ented. Apply within (no phone calls, please). DIAMOND PROPANE 301 E. Broadway (M-43 Hwy.) * Woodland 06612441 gji? flk. Come and enjoy the fun at the Where God is at the center and the love never ends! Be a part of the adventure at the Circle G Ranch Vacation Bible School at Nashville United Methodist Church, Comer of State & Washington Streets August 1st- 5th, from 9 am until noon. Come and ask, seek and knock on the door to a deeper relationship with God. Each adventure is filled with a powerful Bible story and fun crafts, games and music, and much more. Lasso some fun with your friends at the Circle G Ranch! For information call 517-852-2043. 06612458 said. “We have a very large family, and it’s very important that each of us were here. Everybody (on staff) did such a great job. It’s hard at the end of life, and I think our end of life care is wonderful. I felt I was in the way. My grand­ mother was in a two-bed ward and they are very small.” She has heard oth­ ers say that too. Walton’s daughter, Emily, won an award for writing an essay about her grandmother at the nurs­ ing home. “My kids have spent a lot oftime here... and have really enjoyed coming out here,” Walton said. Lucy Heckman, a Thomapple Manor resi­ dent for nearly 12 months, said there is a need for “more room, more private rooms and more bath­ rooms. I think that would help everyone,” she said and make daily life more comfortable. “I’m in a room with four right now, and I like all the people, but oh, it is so crowded,” Heckman said. “You have to move furniture when you go to go to bed and when you get up and when you come in out of the room. It’s miserable.” “The bathroom facili­ ties would be so much bet­ ter” if the millage passes, she said. The renovation plan also includes the creation of a 20-bed rehabilitation wing with its own separate entrance to serve both inpatient and outpatient clients requiring physical, occupational or speech therapies. “We’ve focused on therapeutic services for the past 10 years,” DeYoung said. “Our onstaff therapists provide excellent service and are allowed to spend more time with our patients than you will find at facilities using contract therapists who are basically ‘on the clock’ to treat a specific billable condition. “The only concern we hear of via our surveys is that the people coming in strictly for therapy don’t care to be put into a fourbed ward with general nursing home population. This renovation creates a separate wing to provide for their needs. It will have a separate parking lot and entrance, separate dining area and 20 private rooms with showers and restrooms. This will tran­ sition these folks to return to their homes.” Vemice Babcock said, “I think that would be a good idea.” She has been at Thomapple Manor for about a month while she receives short-term thera­ py. Babcock said she is doing very well and plans to go home in a week or two or to her son’s home. Of Thomapple Manor in general, she said, “I think it’s doing pretty good, but I suppose there are improvements they need to make.” Physical Therapist Assistant Matt Williams, a five year employee at Thomapple Manor, said, “I think it would be a lot more convenient to have all our therapy patients on one hallway. We would have a lot more rapport with the aides and do more training... Currently, they (therapy patients) are all in different areas and usually in rooms with more complicated nursing home patients and a lot of people don’t like that. I get a lot of comments that ‘I wish I was in a room by myself.’ “...We also have plans to possibly have an apart­ ment so when someone is about ready to go home, we can have them stay in that apartment for a cou­ ple of days and monitor them,” he said. “We would have a little kitchen set up and so the person could make little meals and do your laundry and stuff like that,” he said of preparing a person to go home. “People think they are ready to go home, and ize I had to do all of that,” he said. Walton is “very opti­ mistic” that the millage will pass. “My family is support­ ive of the millage, and in fact my mom is thinking down the road and if she ever needs therapy how nice it would be to be in with a group of people that are here for the same reason. That has to be good for your overall well being,” she said. “It can be sad, I think, for some peo­ ple to come out here (and be in rooms with more medically complicated long-term residents).” Should the bond pro­ posal pass, Thomapple Manor is offering to can­ cel its current 10-year cap­ ital and operating millage of 0.85 mill, approved by voters in 2000, De Young said. The estimated cost of the expansion/renovation project will be 0.67 mill over the 20-year life ofthe bonds or $33.50 per year for a homeowner with a $100,000 home. “That is $9 a year less than the millage passed in year 2000,” DeYoung said. “This ballot proposal is the culmination of three years worth of long range planning efforts to ensure we maintain Thomapple Manor as a valuable com­ munity resource well into the future. This is good for our residents, their fami­ lies and Barry County as a whole.” Kylie Tobias, a five year employee who is a nursing assistant, said, “I think... the residents would probably be more comfortable as far as pri­ vacy and a home-like atmosphere. I think a lot more patients wouldn’t be depressed when they have See MANOR, page 9 July) Sale 15° off ! s /O QUILT BOOKS (excludes sale items) Sale Ends July 30, 2005 QUESTIONS ASK US... 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; 06612071 Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station Food Plot Field Day Hog Roast Fresh Food Initiative to change hours Beginning next week, the hours for the Fresh Food Initiative (FFI) distribution, which is held each Tuesday morning during the summer in the open area outside behind the Commission on Aging in Nashville, will be from 10 to 11 a.m. rather than from 10 a.m. to noon. FFI recipients are request­ ed to note the time change and plan accordingly. Call the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) if other arrangements need to be made at (517) 852-0664. to come to a nursing home. Rehabilitation would probably be a lot faster for those who are here for just rehab. “I think it’s a good place to work and a good place for people to come for therapy and long-term care,” she said. “The turnover rate for patients here is always high,” she said. “They come and go so fast. They get better quicker,” Tobias said. Irma Gene Baker, 79, president of Thomapple Manor’s Residents’ Council, said “I can’t wait” for the millage to pass and renovation to begin. “I think we need it real bad. It’s so crowded; that’s the main thing.” She has lived at Thomapple Manor for two years and says, “I’m here for good.” Baker said she looks forward to more bath­ rooms and bigger bath­ rooms if the millage pass­ es. Private rooms are need­ ed too, she said. “When you have four people in a room (current­ ly), it’s awful crowded. We just need a bigger place.” Administrator Jim DeYoung said Baker told Saturday, July 23 n1 d a:s0 mal0 l dis-h 4to p:as0s, r0 efreshPme.nM ts av.ailable) T P Learn the benefits of creating your own food plots, land management, and other 0 habitat improvement ideas to increase your hunting quality. | Observe several established food plots ranging from Bio-Logic, Imperial Whitetail Clover, Tecomote, Brassicas & Rack Maker. Presentations by: jfc ’.Food Plot agd Habitat Specialists Perry Russo (www.ebosslog.com) • Charlie Morse (www.morsenursery.com) and • Ed Spinazzola (author of “Food Plots...Easy as 1-2-3”). Seed and mineral available for purchase. Contacts: Chuck Elliston (269)838-0656 Brian Elliston Natwdle M-66 M-79 Mason Rd M-79 (517) 541-0191 Mark Hewitt (269) 838-7005 Eric Howard (269) 838-2474 Chadone Fact Hwy | X �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 19, 2005 — Page 6 BOARD, continued from page 1 In other business, the board: • Approved the hiring of the following staff mem­ bers: Janet Adams, high school social studies; Tonja Hewitt, Jr./Sr. high school English/computers; Trina Imes, Maplewood instructional paraprofessional; Janice Bignail, Jr./Sr. high school instructional para­ professional; Tamara Matheson, Jr./Sr. high school instructional para­ professional; Eugene Jarrard, 4-hour custodian; Darlene Kirwin, second shift custodian at Fuller Street Elementary. • Heard the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation’s (MVSF) annual report from Dorothy Carpenter, one of the foundation’s founding members, along with Junia Jarvie. Carpenter noted that May 2006 would mark the 20th anniversary of the scholar­ ship foundation that start­ ed in 1986 with $131.57 and now oversees $637,638.79 in funds. Carpenter also solicited volunteers from the board for umbrellaing and work­ to assist with the founda­ ing with the foundation tion’s annual pig roast for the past 20 years. • Heard a report from fund-raiser slated for 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, Kramer, in which he stat­ before the Maple Valley’s ed that he has received home football game many nominations for against Hillsdale. She appointments to the ath­ noted that the fund-raiser letic department study typically raises $500 to $800 per year, which is used for office supplies and mailings. by Betsey Acker Carpenter said the foun­ J-Ad Graphics Intern dation’s largest fund-rais­ and Heather A. Reed er is its annual Christmas Staff Writer mailing, which nets Dr. Linda Robinson of approximately $200,000 Hastings recently saved to $400,000 each year, the lives of two two dogs “Otherwise, all the rest of who otherwise would what comes in is usually have died slowly and gifts after someone has painfully. passed away.” “Wiggles,” a pitbull ter­ During the past 20 rier puppy, was left in the years, the MVSF 322 outside kennel at Barry Maple Valley alumni and County Animal Control current graduates have Shelter in June with a very benefited from sharing the swollen right front leg $608,800 in scholarship with a makeshift plaster money the foundation has cast on it. After being xdistributed. rayed at the Green Street “That’s over a quarter Veterinarian office, it was of a million dollars we determined that he had a have given away so far; fractured elbow and the that’s pretty stupendous,” cast actually was making said Carpenter who the injury worse and more thanked the school board painful. The leg was so badly committee. He said he would be calling those who have been nominated to determine who is indeed interested in serv­ ing on the committee and hopes to recommend a list of people to the board for approval at the regular meeting in August. • Approved motions for the district’s continued membership in the Michigan High School Athletic Association, revised administrative regulation 4510-R which deals with the use of tech- nology and equipment in the district, and the use of district property (laptop computers) by board members during their term of office and adopted textbooks for the alterna­ tive education program. Two abandoned dogs lives saved by local vet ’ ^^^ MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service ""■"' MLS, 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, Broker - GRI........................................... Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR......................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor......................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 OCCUrANC 'MOVE IN AT CLOSE'II "FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus "extra' lot. Mk an offer. Make ff . Call C ll Rick Rik for f more information. (N-l 61) ING: OM IN NASHVILLE OME 3 bedrooms, 2 story, new fur­ nace, air conditioning, carpet, repainted thru out, handicap ramp, garage, mature shade. Home has been completely refur­ bished Bt not lived in since (like new), main floor laundry. Call Homer. (N-l 12 "MOVE IN" AT CLOSEI PRICE REDUCEDII NOW $60,00011 ON 2 ACRE CORNER LOT I MILE OFF M-79 "IN COUNTRY' droom farm house. Some natural woodwork, new windows, garage, barn & other buildings. Call Homer. (CH-107) Two bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic & furnace, home needs some repair & completions. Nice yard & circle stone drive. Call Homer. (CH-108) NASHVILLE BRICK HOME "TURN OF THE CENTURY" 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set up as a *2 unit". Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (N-l 11) ON 2.6 ACRES NEAR HASTINGS SOUTHWEST OF 37 & 43 JUNCTION (2+ MILES) - SHOWS LIKE NEWII IF YOU ARE THINKING OF "BUILDING" CHECK THIS OUTII Built in 2000, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, more bedrooms possible in basement (partioned but not completely finished). Central air, first floor laundry, attached 2 car garage & cement drive. Call Rick or Homer for all the details. (CH-113) VACANT PARCELS: building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country". Great public hunting Bt fishing. Lots of birds fit wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. (VL-99) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked 4Modulars ACRES:acceptable. Black top road, north of Call Homer. perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water fit (VL-105) sewer available. available Call Homer. Homer damaged that it had to be amputated. Dr. Linda Robinson did the surgery and neutering of Wiggles for free at her office. Since then he has been getting along well on his remain­ ing three legs. Wiggles is a very friendly dog, about five months old and despite his careless treatment, he is not shy around people. He is housebroken and plays well with other dogs-and cats. He is looking for a more permanent home. Anyone interested in adopting is asked to call Green Street Vet. Break-ins of 2 golf course clubhouses reported recently 2.2 ACRES North of Vermontville on main road. Surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable, nat. gas available, roiling with some trees. Call Homer (V^| 14) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) Call "Ric*k*. Danny (left) and Wiggles are two lucky dogs saved by Green Street Vet Dr. Linda Robinson. YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer ^for more d details. (VL-109 & 1 lOh Employees reporting to work at the Hastings County Club last Saturday found that break-in had occurred some­ time after midnight on July 8. The suspect(s) disabled an alarm system and pried open a back door to gain entry into the building. Once inside, the suspect(s) went through sev­ eral cabinets and entered an office, taking an undisclosed amount of cash. There was another golf course near Nashville that was reportedly broken into the same date that appears to be related. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with any information about the break in is being asked to contact the Hastings Police Department at (269) 945­ 5744. “Danny Boy,” a coon­ hound was found helpless and bleeding in a Nashville resident’s front yard with several inches of arrow sticking out of his chest. When the resi­ dent called Barry County Animal Control, the offi­ cer was unsure if the dog would make it back to the shelter. The arrow and surrounding wound was cov­ ered in maggots and other bugs. The hole where the arrow was removed by Robinson was jagged and very deep. The arrow was distinctive and had razor sharp serrated edges like those used for hunting deer and other large game. It was buried ten inches into Danny’s chest. “Whomever shot Danny was possibly hunting ille­ gally, but is also guilty of animal cruelty. With his last bit of strength, he wagged his tail,” said Robinson, “so we decided to go for it.” After three surgeries, Danny was adopted by a good Samaritan resident in Nashville who found him in the front yard. He is doing well and plays with his new brothers and sisters. “Danny” and “Wiggles” were recovering at Green Street Vet at the same time and got to know each See DOGS, page 10 STUCK IM THE 60s - WOODSTOCK REVISITED - �m The e Maple Maple Valley Valley News. News.Nashville, Nashville, Tuesday. Tuesday. July July 19.19. 2005 2005- -Pagege 7 7 mm Wheat crop this year reported to be good Jerry Garlinger makes the final adjustment to his tractor before he begins the wheat harvest on his field near Coats Grove Road on M-66. Paul Holland sweeps the wheat off the grate at Woodbury Grains. by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Most of Lakewood’s wheat has been combined and safely stored in bins, ele­ vators or is on its way to the mills. Staff at Woodbury Grains and Caledonia Farmers Co­ op in Lake Odessa report a good harvest this season. Tim Marlin, grain manag­ er at Caledonia, said the quality is excellent. “This is the best I have seen in 25 years. It is as good as Kansas.” Ross Thomas from Woodbury Grains said, “This is the best test weight I have seen. The weight is good with a bushel weighing a full 60 pounds.” Jerry Garlinger, who farms near Coats Grove Road and M-66, reported his The combines have been busy harvesting the record quality wheat harvest in the Lakewood area. Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION FOR FALL 2005 SOCCER DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JULY 22, 2005 GRADES: K - Sth RETURN YOUR REGISTRATION SHEETS OR MISS OUT ON THE FALL SOCCER SEASON THERE WILL BE NO SIGN-UPS AFTER SCHOOL BEGINS QUESTIONS, CALL: Brenda Green 517-852-1626 SPY’s plan car show, ‘Barbecue Challenge Sunfield Area Sponsors of Meat will be supplied by Programs for Youth (SPY’s) Will’s IGA of Sunfield. will have a classic car show “Plan to bring a lawn chair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the family for a day of Saturday, July 30, at great food, cool cars and VanBuren Park, Sunfield. great company,” Smith said. Featured will be a “The car show will include a “Barbecue Challenge,” with People’s Choice award, so a $150 entry fee per team, plan to bring your dollar bills which includes meat costs to vote for your favorite There is a $10 entry fee, with ride.” Proceeds from the day’s trophy and cash prizes. The SPY’s is a non-profit event will be going to sup­ organization whose purpose port the SPY’s, which this is to provide opportunities year awarded $10,000 in scholarships to local graduat­ for area youth. “This is the first of what ing high school seniors. we hope to be an annual Along with funding all fund-raising event that will Sunfield area youth sports be fun for the whole family,” programs, the SPY’s also said Cheryl Smith, one ofthe have provided classroom organizers. “Cooking and computers for Sunfield barbecuing is becoming a Elementary, and helped with and favorite pastime for both parks playground men and women of all ages. improvements. The organization and its Just like you see on the Food Channel teams will be members also support com­ cooking up their best recipes munity projects such as for pork and chicken and pre­ March into Reading Month, senting their finished product Cub Scout Pinewood Derby, to our panel ofjudges for the Project Graduation and the Lakewood Community grand prize trophy.” Entries will be judged on Council Christmas Basket taste, texture and presenta-Project. tion. Area organizations, For more information, call including the Sunfield Area Bob Bumgardner at (517) Lions and the Sunfield Boy 566-8687, call Phil Smith at Scouts, will be serving up (517) 566-8461 or Sheryl food and beverages for the Smith at (517) 543-1360 car show participants and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. spectators. The wheat stirs up a lot of dust as it is dumped from the truck at Woodbury Grains. wheat shafts are a little short this year because of the dry spring, but the heads are full. Marlin said this year’s spring was dry and the plant’s energy went into pro­ ducing a bigger blossom head and not as much straw. This is good for the farmers who grow the wheat for the seed and not as good for farmers who grow the wheat for the straw. The moisture is low at 13 percent, so the fanners don’t have to pay for drying. Thomas said there has been no vomit toxin problem this year. Vomit toxin is a mold that makes the grain unfit for human use, but it can be used for livestock feed. Last year, there was a big vomit toxin problem because of a wetter spring. Marlin said some farmers lost money and decided not to plant wheat this year. The yield has run from 50 to 70 bushels an acre. The price is nearly identical to last year’s, at $2.83. Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 _____________ ____________ ,------------- 06BQS333 what do you think? with Barry County 5th District Commissioner Mike Callton The Thornapple Manor Millage On August 2nd, 2005, you will be voting on a millage for Thornapple Manor renova­ tions. This millage is the cul­ mination of Thomapple Ma­ nor's proactive strategic plan­ ning. The renovations would do a great deal to improve the resident's living conditions, rooms that crowd four people would be eliminated, leaving only one-person and twoperson rooms. Floor space would nearly double. There would be smaller, more personable community areas that will al­ so make visiting families more comfortable. dignity of both the residents and their families. On the other hand, these renovations will cost 18.65 million dollars, and with inter­ est over the twenty years the real cost would be 31.53 mil­ lion dollars. A $100,000 house would pay $895.79 over the twenty years, based on a 3.12% inflation rate (the twenty year average). That's an average of $44.79 per year. So, it comes down to dig­ nity for dollars. what do you think? Let me know at ... P.O. BOX 676 NASHVILLE, Ml 49073 These improvements would do a great deal for the 517-852-2070 michaelcalltonl 81 @ hotmail.com —Paid for by Commissioner Mike Callton 06612212 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 19, 2005 — Page 8 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Cruelty to animals intolerable, illegal To the editor, An article appeared recently in the Banner about a family dog being shot and killed on Strickland Road in Carlton Township on June 12 by an unknown person or persons. This past week, we became aware of a stray dog, picked up by animal control on June 22 in Nashville, on Main Street (M-66), near the golf course. The dog, a coon­ hound, had a serious wound, which was covered with maggots. Animal control took the dog to veterinarian Dr. Robinson, who, upon performing surgery for the wound, discovered a 7-inch piece of arrow imbedded in the dog. The arrow, with a camouflage shaft, was a Gametracker brand Broadhead, erminator Serrated Model 1130, which had three serrated "wings"" attached near the point, which caused major muscle tearing and damage. Currently "Danny" has had three surgeries and will need one more. This past week, veterinari- an Dr. Long treated a cat hard enough to have sickness who had been shot. This cat, or an accident take a pet's a‘gray and white male, was life, but to lose that mend found July 2, dragging itself because of someone's inten­ across Ryan Road due to tional cruelty is unaccept­ 75% paralysis. Two good able. We share in the family's Samaritans brought the cat grief in the death of the dog for medical treatment and are who was shot to death. The Barry County now caring for this unfortu­ Humane Society offers a nate creature. These three occurrences $500 reward for information speak volumes about a leading to the conviction of a deeply alarming lack of person or persons involved empathy and respect for liv­ in animal cruelty. Ifyou have ing creatures. Not only are any information on any of these incidents revolting these cases (or any other ani­ when we think about the suf­ mal cruelty case), please call fering (and death in the one the Humane Society at 945­ case) the animals experi­ 0602 or 945-3994. A civilized society knows enced, but research also has proven that persons who that animal abuse should not engage in animal abuse and and cannot be tolerated. cruelty, even at a young age, Animal abuse is a punishable will often progress in their crime. Help bring the people, intentional cruelty and ulti­ who were involved in these mately use physical violence despicable acts to justice. Dawn Koning, President against children and other people. This progression is Kathy Wiggins, referred to as "the link" and Coordinator, must be taken seriously. Barry County Humane We, at the Barry County Society Humane Society, understand how sad it is to lose a family pet, which can be a loved member of the family. It is 9712 Bivens Road, Nashville Country brick home, on paved road, with 2 acres, barn, garage. Beautiful setting. New furnace, a/c, water heater and more. $142,900. To the editor: Well over a month has passed since our 2005 alum­ ni banquet. It was well attended, but the continued dearth of Maple Valley grad­ uates after consolidation remains a puzzle? Past alumni officers have done their best to get them involved, but to little avail. After consolidation the administration and some board members seemed to Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville Habitat encroaches on wildlife site presents: Spirit Clinic 005 On July 30, 2005, at Maple Valley High School. Cost: $25.00 per athlete (includes a T-Shirt) 3rd-5th grade: Sign In: 7:45 - 8:00AM Pick-up at 12:00PM 6th-8th grade: Sign in: 12:45 - 1:00PM Pick-up at 5:00PM Sessions include: • Tumbling • Stunting • Dance • Jumps / Precision Clinic registration and fee deadline: July 22, 2005 Jr. Cheerleading Registration for the 2005 Football Season is available! To the editor: Here in Nashville, I have noticed over the last couple of years that some of the clergy seem to be trying to make a name for themselves. They sponsored a Habitat house, gave it to a couple, two years later,it is sold. They start a food pantry and while I don’t know the qualifications to draw from there, some of the recipients drive pretty good cars, and don’t look like they have missed to many meals. Then one of them makes a statement about how the mill pond should be cleaned up so boating, water skiing, fish­ ing, can go on like it used to. The mill pond was never used for that. It is a sanctuary for wildlife. Leave it alone. Now, with the help of volun­ teers, and greedy real estate agents, they build a Jimmy Carter Habitat for Humanity house and give that away. What is next? Steve Toman Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) 269-945-9554 1OTWKW 0 WATS » WA©S Callfor a FREE quote Very aggressive companies—several to choosefrom Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net 01534957 THE TRAFFIC SCENE i! Call for Classifieds plan. * In response to these ideas, it was learned that the speed limit is the jurisdiction of the Michigan I State Police. Speed signs are not posted on gravel roads, due to the ever-changing road conditions. In my opinion, it is never safe enough on Scipio Highway to travel the speed limit of 55 mph. * The tall grasses on the shoulders are mowed on the main roads first and second­ ary roads are maintained only ifthe budget lends itself or if someone brings up a safety issue. As far as upgrading the maintenance plan, that would depend on the budget. * It is unlikely that a guard-railing system would be installed at the Scipio Creek crossing. Wet condi­ tions surrounding the creek would make it difficult to install the railings. Also, the road is so narrow already that no allowance could be afforded to support a railing system without major reno­ vation to widen the road. It haunts me to think of a car traveling out of control and ending up in the creek. It is inevitable that there will be another accident on Scipio Highway. Apparently, our wheel hasn't been squeaky enough in the past to spur interest in bringing this roadway up to current road standards. The best time for safety is now- before there is another accident or fatality. Let's give God's angels a break on Scipio Highway and make positive changes to promote a safer road to trav­ el! Sally Bentley, Vermontville Tobias Insurance Agency 06611883 Maple Valley Jr. Cheerleading Registration Cost: $15.00 (due by August 15, 2005) Practices begin August 2, 2005 For more information / register for the Spirit Clinic or Football Season contact: April Wagner at 517-852-0568 make Scipio Highway a safer road to travel! Moving to Vermontville Maple Valley has many in 1999 posed many chal­ gravel roads; however, none lenges; however, none was as varied with dangerous greater than adapting to the obstacles as Scipio Highway. road conditions on Scipio Dangers to consider include Highway. huge washboard areas, giant There was no escape, as potholes with ruts, deep our home was being built on washouts on the sides of the a private road oIT of the road, tall grasses over four highway. It didn't take long feet high on the shoulders to develop a huge respect for and intersections that hide this dangerous road and deer/wildlife and traffic, adapt with caution to the abundance of trees too close ever-changing road condi­ to the road, roller coaster­ tions. type hills and an extremely Unfortunately, on June 20, narrow passageway. Add three local teenage boys rain to the equation to (including my son) were increase the instability of the traveling west on Scipio road or a little ice and you Highway (just before Mason have dangerous conditions Road). In a blink of an eye, 10 challenge even the most the vehicle hit a deer and the experienced driver. boys proceeded to roll offthe My phone call on June 28 road. There is no doubt that to the Eaton County Road angels protected the boys Commission resulted in a that night, as there was only friendly and informational one serious injury. This acci­ conversation with Blair dent has prompted me to take Ballou, engineer-manager. action by writing letters of He was advised of the recent concern to the Eaton County accident and my ultimate Road Commission, the Eaton desire to make Scipio County Sheriffs Department Highway safer. I requested and the Michigan State an investigation and assess­ Police. My intent is to pro­ ment of the roadway and an mote a current investigation upgrade in the general main­ and assessment of the many tenance plan. Mr. Ballou safety issues plaguing this stated that Scipio Highway gravel road and to ultimately was developed by local farmers years ago and it would take a considerable amount of money to bring the road up to current road standards. Unfortunately, this project is not in the practice a divisiveness and budget at this time. one wonders if that attitude Ideas to make Scipio was instilled in students as Highway safer include well? reduce the speed limit, keep Be that as it may, we now the tall grasses mowed on the have forward looking admin- shoulders & intersections, istrators and board members install a guard rail system at (whose goal is education, not the Scipio Creek crossing, & politics), so I urge all Maple most importantly, to upgrade Valley grades to get behind the general maintenance your new president (a Maple Valley grad) and support us. Jim Erwin Nashville/MV grad To the editor: Maple Valley grads needed for banquet Home For Sale By Owner 517-652-3520 Driver Beware: Angels Working Overtime on Scipio Highway We go the extra mile so you don’t have to! Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 Dttoa edaeato*fa tfaduto 14 Segment I Class J August 1-18,2005 Filling Fast... Call Today! September 12-29,2005 f w aUen Segment II Class August 23-25,2005 October 4-6,2005 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 19,2005 — Page 9 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library: '1^ .SS SS SZ sss s <JS *<MiS <MiS ii ssWSy.SJjs SJjs *$ J%1 ।। t;';«**C5J 5J» 5J*» * ‘ C *‘«i« *» ^k* U ^k* Ui MhH ^®^ifc«l '* ‘PWI^ "" k «*>!! »•» ai kufeiim-iff® t tiatsKtej : *• li!®WlB6| *B nhkqii&i •sn nsEwta X» :®lilM» su Mftah, I Bt Vffltii a^W11 i j This year's summer read­ ing program, “Dragons, Dreams and Daring Deeds” will start Tuesday July 19. There is still time to sign up and join in the fun. Those who register will be given an initial book bag with assorted goodies. Those who do not pre-register are welcome to join in but may not receive the starter bag of goodies. The first program, Discover Dragons at Your Library begins at 2:00 July 19th. Cheryl Sheridan will be here to help with this and we look forward to her sharing her knowledge and lore of dragons. BOND, continued Toddler Time continues to be a fun-filled adventure Thursday mornings. We nave up to 19 toddlers along with their parents singing songs, doing simple craft projects and having a great time. The volunteers who run the program do an outstand­ ing job and we a grateful for their continued efforts. Attention: Students using the AP English reading list. We have 42 of the 59 selec­ tions on the list, and we plan to.acquire as many more of these titles as possible. Please call or stop by the library to see what is avail­ able. New Books: as part of an advisory long as the community to look at the possibility of Adult Fiction: Always committee. rallies and fights to sup­ a separate middle school Time to Die by Elizabeth Martin noted that in the port and sell this, it will at this point, if only to Lowell, Killing Time by past, members of the citi­ go. It’s how hard the com­ enable them to answer Linda Howard, Home Fires zens advisory committee munity is willing to work questions from the public by Luanne Rice and The have often become mem­ and how committed you *as to why that option was Nosy Neighbor by Fem bers ofthe campaign com­ are as a board to selling abandoned. Michaels. mittee and can help this.” “One of the things we New DVDs are Miss answer questions from Frasier said that his are committed to is to not Congeniality, The Pacifier people in the community firm’s goal is to help dis­ bring you a dream that and Hide and Seek. regarding why the board tricts meet their educa­ you can’t achieve,” said and administrators have tional goals for their stu­ Frasier. “It is our goal to chose a particular option. dents, “What are the edu­ work hard and show you “Those people are very cational benefits? How are options that fit your valuable to transfer over if we going to meet the finances and operational you’re going to keep that needs of the future better costs and help your school continuity,” said Martin. because ofthe changes we district succeed.” “I have confidence that make at Maple Valley Kramer said that he had we can sell this and meet Schools?” asked the representatives our goals if we can find a Martin added that he from Kingscott to make way to stay within the no believes that, “The cur­ their presentation to the tax increase, just not roll­ riculum should drive the board because he wanted back,” said Kramer. “As building, not the reverse.” board members to be “But, the implications informed about every step July 19-31 Extension Office will be closed during lunch, are that it may not be of the process so if and please call ahead. July 16-23 Barry County Fair. financially . feasible to when they proceed with July 19 Open Class Flower Entries, 8-11 a.m., Expo. have a separate middle the bond issue all mem­ July 19-20 Youth Horse Judging, 8 a.m., Horse Arena. school,” said Kramer. bers will be on board and July 19 Youth Swine Judging, 9 a.m. Show Arena. Frasier noted that unwavering in their sup­ Rosenow-McLean July 19 Youth Cat Judging, 10 a.m., Variety Tent. Kingscott would continue port. him she wanted to reserve July 19 Rabbit Live Meat Judging, 6 p.m., Rabbit Bam. Robert and LaWana a renovated room. July 20 Youth Beef Judging, 9 a.m., Show Arena-fol­ Rosenow of Prescott and lowed by Open Class Beef Show. She enjoys serving on Alan and Sheryl McLean of the Residents’ Council, July 20 4-H Rabbit skill-a-thon, 10 a.m., Rabbit Bam. Twining, announce the which provides a demo­ July 20 Youth Dog Agility Class, 6 p.m., Show Arena. engagement of their children, cratic process for those July 21 Open Class Goats, 9 a.m., Goat Bam. July 21 Youth Dairy and Open Class Judging, 9 a.m., Tricia C. Rosenow and Reed who reside at the Manor. Young people 17 years of younger also will be given a A. McLean. Show Arena. “Somebody needs to age and under, accompa- free Greenwing member­ An August 13, 2005 wed­ July 21 Small Animal Sale, 5:30 p.m., Show Arena. ding is planned, in Prescott, speak up for the residents, nied by an adult, are invited ship. July 22 Livestock Sale, 1 p.m., Show Arena. Besides building a wood­ at the Judson Baptist Church. and I’m not afraid to talk,” to attend Maple Valley July 23 Show of Champions, 8:30 a.m. Baker said. “I don’t want Ducks Unlimited’s first en duck box, the young July 23 Youth Fair Awards Celebration, 12:30 p.m, to be nasty about it, but if annual Greenwing event people will learn about the Variety Tent. armers cnc something something is is wrong wrong II like like from from 99 a.m. to 1 p.m. importance of waterfowl July 23 Barry County Fair Speed Show, 1 p.m., Horse crafters sought to see it fixed - not just for Saturday, Saturday July 30, at and wetland conservation. Arena. July 23 4-H Dance, 8 p.m., Variety Tent. me but for everybody Mooville Creamery, locat- They also will have the The Sunfield Farmers else. Aug. 3 Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., ed at 5875 M-66 in opportunity to meet the Picnic Committee is inviting Expo Center. DeYoung said Baker Nashville. Greenwing state chairman area crafters to come and be was responsible for getting Aug. 4 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. The cost of the event is and talk to a representative part of this year ’ s activity Aug. 6 Open Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo a second “step machine” $5 per person, which from the Michigan Friday and Saturday, Aug. 19 Center. in the physical therapy includes lunch, a tour of the Department of Natural and 20. Aug. 7 Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Reserve a spot in the craft department. She wrote a creamery and materials to Resources. Center. corridor at Van Buren Park to letter to him and the Board build a wood duck box. For more information, Aug. 8 Small Animal Sale Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo feature your homemade cre­ to let them know the need. There also will be prizes call Sue Bowers at (269) Center. (Assistant Editor Elaine and a silent auction. All 758-3062. Aug. 20 Pop Can Fundraiser, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Barry ations and specialties. 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Bloomington, Illinois 61710,1-800-447-4930 Please read the prospectus and consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses and other information it contains about State Farm Mutual Funds carefully before investing. Consult your lax. legal or investment atMsor for specific atMce. P02988___________________________________________06612320 C-1 u �Say "Ao Advertised m the Maple Valley News* Tuesday July 19. 2005 — Page 10 DOGS, continued from page 6 other. They were recently reunited for a photo tession where they happily played and licked each 'rfher all over While the Barry County Humane Society has a fund for animah from the shelter who need medical treatment. Robinvon has refused to accept any of the fund's money or treat­ ing Danny and Wiggles. “It's an act of love and kindness to return these two dogs back to heal th as best I can ~ said Robinson. “If anyone would want to donate to the Humane Society in the name of either dog or their own pet. they can call me to find out how” There have been no leads as to who injured the dogs No one saw the vehicle of the person who dumped Wiggles at the Shelter Anyone with informa­ tion is asked to cal 1 Green Street Vet at (269) 945­ 9400. Barry County Silent Observer at (800) 310­ 9031 or the Hastings Reminder at (269) 945­ 9554. Trio of Lions and Panthers earn MIAA academic honor Half a dozen local ath­ letes have been named to the 2004-05 Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Academic Honor Roll. Delton Kellogg gradu­ ates Kyle Williams, Monique Hoyle and Shannah Fisher and Maple Valley grad’s Kenneth Lackscheide, Eric Smith The Maple Valley those hours to answer the telephone and fax num­ and Matthew Thome all Community Center of phone, to answer ques­ bers: phone (517) 852­ made the list as recently Hope, located at 233 N tions about the center’s 0664 and fax (517) 852­ announced by MIAA orth Main St. in Nashville various programs and pro­ 1753. Commissioner David will now be open from 10 vide and assist applicants Neilson. a m. to 2 p.m. Monday for the programs with The honor roll recog­ paperwork, if necessary. through Friday. nizes scholar-athletes who A volunteer member In addition, the MVCachieve a minimum 3.5 will be on hand during COH now has its own grade point average for the entire 2004-05 aca­ demic year. A student Baker College of Owosso has awarded an Commission associate degree to on Aging Schedule Cassaundra Hager of of Events Vermontville. Hager is a recent gradu­ Residential • Commercial • Farm Meals Site and Meals on ate of the graphic commu­ Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Wheels Noon Meal nications program. Sales - Service Wednesday, July 20 ChcC s salad, macaroni 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair salad, apricots, ambrosia. Call for Classifieds Thursday, July 21 Richard Cobb • David Cobb Sausage, country potatoes, 945-9554 or peaches, French toast sticks, apple juice. 1-800-870-7885 270 N. P ea se Rd. Friday, July 22 h. Lie. #23-1748 .V, erm. o.n.. tvlle Cheese ravioli, corn, Italian blend, pudding. Monday, July 25 Chicken fricassee, parsley noodles, Brussels sprouts, waxed beans, cookie. Tuesday, July 26 Spaghetti w/sauce, meat­ Jk balls, asparagus, carrots, fresh orange. Community Center sets regular hours Vermontville woman earns degree at Baker cobb 517-726-0377 needs to have won a varsi­ ty letter in a sport to be eli­ gible. Maple Valley grad’s Lackscheide and Smith teamed up on the Olivet football team last fall. In his senior season as the Lion punter, Lackscheide kicked the ball away just 18 times, averaging 35.4 yards per punt and pinning oppo­ nents inside their own 20yard-line on two occa­ sions. His longest punt of the season went 62 yards. Just a sophomore last fall, Smith led the Comets in solo tackles from his defensive backfield posi­ tion with 33 and was sec­ ond on the team in total tackles with 47. Smith also broke up four pass attempts by opponents’ quarterbacks. Thorne earned his sec­ ond varsity letter in his second season with the Hope College football team as a senior last fall. This is the third time Williams has been hon­ ored with the award, the second for Hoyle, and the first time for the other four. Williams, who just fin­ ished his junior season at Hope had the top times in two distance events for the Flying Dutchmen’s Men’s Track and Field squad during this spring’s out­ door season. His best time in the 3,00 meter run was 9:01.73 and his 3,000-meter Steeplechase best was 10:05.30. Hoyle was a member of the 2004 Hope Women’s Cross County team which won the program’s first conference title in 15 years, and looking for­ ward to her junior season in the fall she has been named one of the team’s three captains. As a freshman last fall, Fisher played in all 20 games for the Olivet College Women's Soccer Team getting 16 starts. She scored eight goals and had one assist, including two goals in a 2-0 victory over Alma Nov. 2 at Olivet. The MlAA’s Academic Honor Roll Program was initiated in 1990 to recog­ nize students at MIAA member colleges who excel both in athletics and in the classroom. Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. 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KWLNMM OPPORTUMITT 06571010 DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Shirley Wilkins, to M. Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc., a Missouri Corporation Mortgagee, dated December 30, 2004 and recorded January 4, 2005 in Instrument No. 1139666 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred Seventy-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Three Cents ($82,877.53) including interest 9.8% 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 Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM. on Thursday, August 4, 2005. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 5 of Block 10 of Assessor’s Plat No. 3 of the Village of Middleville according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 11. Commonly known as 308 Grand Rapids Street, Middleville Ml 49333 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. Dated: JUNE 28, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc. Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 05-35826 ASAP710428 7/5,7/12,7/19,7/26 6,1462 For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on July 21,2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council cham­ bers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a variance request to build: a garage at 808 Washington. The sections of the Zoning ordinance that are in question are Section 5.04 (13) and 5.02 (Fl). If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by July 21; 2005, and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. 6612371 NOTICE The Township of Kalamo is currently accepting applications for summer 2005 tax deferments. To qualify, a household income cannot exceed $25,000. The applicant must also be 62 years of age or older, paraplegic, quadriplegic, eligible service person, veteran, widow or widower, blind or totally and permanently disabled. Those that farm agricultural real property may also qualify. Requests for deferment applications can be made by mail or phone to the Kalamo Township Treasurer, 303 S. Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096, phone: 517-726-1381, or can be filled out at the Kalamo Township Hall on any of the summer tax col­ lection dates. Deferment applications must be filed by September 14, 2005. Summer Tax Collection Dates Kalamo Township Hall Office Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 20, 2005 August 5, 2005 August 19, 2005 September 2, 2005 September 14, 2005 no in-person payments are accepted. The Village of Nashville is looking for someone to serve as the Zoning Administrator for the village. The salary is $2,000 per year, and the hours are variable, as needed. The applicant should live within a reasonable distance of the village, have some knowledge of zoning issues, and work well with people. Anyone wishing to apply can bring or send your resume and application to the Nashville Village Office which is located at 203 N. Main St, P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073 on or before 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2005. Application shall become the property of the Village of Nashville and will be public information unless oth­ erwise requested. All resumes shall be held on file for one year and shall only be returned to the applicant at their request. The village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applica­ tions. The Village of Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you would like a receipt returned to you, please include a SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE! 06611444 LEGAL NOTICE CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD The Castleton Township Board meet on July 6,2005 at the town­ ship hall. The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by Supervisor Justin Cooley. Jerry Reese, David DeMond, Lorna Wilson, Justin Cooley, and Loretta Pixley, board members were all present. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk There were three people from the public in attendance as well. L. Pixley made a motion to approve the agenda as printed, supported by J..Reese. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried. Public comment was opened at 7:01 p.m. Heard concerns on: 1. The audit - it .shows the PARCEL 2: ALSO THE N 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF treasurer doing her job. 2. Managing expenditures. SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, 3. Concerns of layoffs from EXCEPT A PARCEL SOLD TO CONSUMERS POWER COM­ various -companies and what PANY AND RECORDED IN effect it will have on the township. 4. Legal fees that are being LIBER 307 OF DEEDS ON spent at the ambulance dept. PAGE 449 AND DESCRIBED AS 5. The possibility of e-mailing A STRIP OF LAND 311 FT WIDE election results in the future. ACROSS THE SW 1/4 OF THE Public comment Was closed at SW 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 27, 7:09 p.m. AND DESCRIBED AS FOL­ L. Pixley made a motion to LOWS: TO FIND THE PLACE approve the minutes from the OF BEGINNING OF THIS June meeting as printed, sup­ DESCRIPTION COMMENCE AT ported by J. Reese. A discussion THE SW CORNER OF SAID followed on why the minutes SECTION, RUN THENCE S 89 were being printed in their entire­ DEG 46’05” EAST ALONG THE ty, the costs, etc. A person from S LINE OF SAID SECTION the public thought it was a good 871.05 FT TO THE PLACE OF idea. Ayes: All. Nays: None. BEGINNING OF THIS Motion carried. L. Wilson made a motion to DESCRIPTION, THENCE CON­ TINUING SOUTH 89 DEG 46’05” amend the budget 101-101-803 E ALONG SAID S LINE OF SAID from 500.00 to 2500.00 and to SECTION 317.64 FT, THENCE reduce the general fund balance N 11 DEG 30’15” W 1345 FT TO by like amount, supported by J. THE S 1/8 LINE OF SAID SEC­ Cooley. Roll call: Reese-yes, TION; THENCE N 89 DEG DeMond-no, Wilson-yes, Cooley46’32” W ALONG SAID S 1/8 yes, Pixley-yes. Motion carried. L. Wilson made a motion to LINE OF SAID SECTION 317.63 amend 101-210-980 from FT, THENCE S 11 DEG 30’15” E 1500.00 to 2000.00 and to 1345.01 FT TO THE PLACE OF reduce the fund balance by like BEGINNING. ALL IN SECTION amount, supported by L. Pixley. 27, T1N, R9W, BARRY TOWN­ Roll call: Pixley-yes, Reese-yes, SHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHI­ Cooley-yes, DeMond-yes, GAN. The redemption period Wilson-yes. Motion carried. shall be 12 months from the date The treasurer made the state­ of such sale unless determined ment that the Trust & Agency abandoned in accordance with Account will appear on the 1948CL 600.3241a, in which monthly treasurer’s report. D. DeMond made a motion to case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such accept the treasurer's report sub­ sale. DATED: July 19, 2005 ject to audit, supported by L. Robert A. Tremain & Associates, Wilson. Roll call: DeMond-yes, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Wilson-yes, Pixley-yes, CooleyAvenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, yes, Reese-yes. Motion carried. A discussion followed on the Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: WASHINGTON MUTUAL chloride application. D. DeMond made a motion to BANK F.A. Assignee of Mortgagee For More Information approve paying the bills in the amount of 71,832.10 (less the Call: (248) 540-7701 chloride bill). There was no sup­ ASAP712065 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9 port. J. Cooley made a motion to LEGAL NOTICE CORRECTED NOTICE Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt collector and .we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mort­ gage made by ERIC A RECK, A SINGLE MAN to AMERIFIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION , Mortgagee, dated February 26, 1999, and recorded on March 04, 1999 .as Instrument No. 1026045, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned by said mortgagee to WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F.A., on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of eighty four thousand one hundred three and 97/100 Dollars ($84,103.97), including interest at 7.500% 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 mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on August 18, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: EXHIBIT A PARCEL 1: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2 OF THE N 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, LYING WESTERLY OF THE CONSUMERS POWER COM­ PANY PARCEL, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 307 OF DEEDS PAGE 449 AS RECORDED IN BARRY COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS AND LYING EASTERLY OF THE CENTERLINE OF HIGHWAY (BROOKLODGE ROAD), RESERVING THE WESTERLY 33 FEET FOR ROAD HIGHWAY PURPOSES. Applications for Deferment of Summer 2005 Taxes I will only accept payments by mail at my home, OPEN POSITION 06612366 Attention Kalamo Township Residents 06612016 approve paying the bills in the amount of 77,652.10,; supported by J. Reese. Roll calkWilsonyes, DeMond-no, Reese-yes, Pixley-yes, Cooley-yes. Motion carried. L. Wilson made a motion to approve the quarterly appropria­ tions payments in the amount of 20,250.00, supported by D. DeMond. Roll call: Cooley-yes, Pixley-yes, DeMond-yes, Reeseyes, Wilson-yes. Motion carried. Dixie Stadel-Manshum was present and gave a presentation on the Barry County Economic Alliance. She talked about busi­ ness retention, getting new busi­ ness started, working with agri­ culture, schools, getting students the skills that they need. There was no unfinished busi­ ness. Committee reports were given. Transfer Board: Approved the minutes; - accepted the treasur­ er’s report; approved paying the bills; everything seems to be going all right; sign has been made that states no loitering and no removal of items. Fire Board: approved the agenda; there was no public comment; approved the minutes; approved paying the bills in the amount of 2788.18; there were 8 runs for the month; hose testing is being done; discussed training sessions and how they are han­ dled; discussed risk manage­ ment. • Ambulance board will meet on July 11, 2005. There was no new business. D. DeMond again asked why the cemetery records were not on the computer. J. Reese made, the statement that it is no easy task to do because so much ver­ ification needs to be done. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. J. Reese discussed the town­ ship exchange. There will be no exchange. There was no board com­ ments. J. Reese made a motion for adjournment, supported by D. DeMond. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Loma L. Wilson, Clerk PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE BOARD MINUTES CONTINUE TO BE PUBLISHED IN THEIR ENTIRETY PLEASE CALL THE TOWNSHIP OFFICE AT 517­ 852-9479 06612454 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News Tuesday. July 19, 2005 — Page 12 Iraq War veteran glad to be back with Nashville family This photograph was taken of an Iraqi palace. The Nashville family of Derek Ranshaw (far left, front row) is proud of his service in Iraq and glad to have him home. Spending time with Ranshaw while he is on leave is important to his mother, Barbara Pruden (front row center), his sister Nichole Ranshaw (front row right), his brother Tom Ranshaw (top row from left) and Phil Sager. by Marcie Westover Staff Writer It’s been more than a year since Derek Ranshaw returned from his service in Iraq and his family couldn’t be more proud or happy to have him back. Among those welcoming Ranshaw home is his mother Barbara Pruden ofNashville, and his grandparents Bill and Betty Ranshaw, who reside in the Northern Michigan town of Barryton. His siblings, Nichole and Derek Ranshaw left in 2003 to serve in Iraq, where he spent time in many locations, including near Baghdad. Ranshaw said his experience in Iraq was not bad and that he did want to go back to serve. The dust storms and friendly Iraqi citizens are some of the memories Ranshaw continues to carry with him. “(An Iraqi citizen) He used to bring us tea, cut up vegetables, sometimes his wife would make buns and cook camel meat,” he said, “It was really, really good; he was a great guy.” Ranshaw now draws from many proud memories and Tom, are also glad to see their brother. Ranshaw, now stationed in the Army at Fort Gordon in Georgia, is spending much need leave time with his family. He joined the Army in order to travel and walk in the footsteps of other family members who have served. Ranshaw’s grandfather, Bill, served in the Army and was also at Fort Gordon, but at that time it was called Camp Gordon. great friends, including Staff Sgt. Jason Geunther, who received a purple heart for his efforts in the war. “I really like being in Iraq and I really enjoyed being here,” he said. The adjustment in coming home was not easy for Ranshaw, even though he enjoyed his service in Iraq and wanted to go back. Being able to see his family and friends has been important for him while on leave. Before entering the Army to work in satellite commu­ nications, Ranshaw spent some time at Ferris State University. In the fall of 2007, he plans go back to college, possibly back to Ferris, for optometry. ME The landscape of Iraq is filled with many unique natural and manmade structures. CertainTeedH Fiberglass Insulation AMERICA’S CAUNETMAKER* Cabinets Guardian Fiberglass Insulation Plywood z Lumber n.Conic .oomnec.to quality Andersen. USG □ . Plumbing Supplies Oak Pine % Molding Drywall z Ceiling Tile pflini Paints Hand & Power Tools qak Crete & Supply Vinyl Sidin ng Marque-Line World Leader in Specialty Building Products. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 30, July 26, 2005 Refusal to disclose legal fees info prompts ire in Castleton by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Castleton Township resi­ dent Don Wiggins says he fears township officials may be trying to hide something by not disclosing why they spent nearly $1,750 on attor­ ney fees in connection with the Aug. 2 election. Wiggins, who spearhead­ ed a petition drive to put the issue of salary increases for Township Board members on the ballot next Tuesday, requested under the Freedom of Information Act, a copy of the complete bill for legal services totaling $1,745.22 from Law Weathers & Richardson of Grand Rapids. Wiggins said he became concerned when he learned at the July 6 Castleton Township meeting that the board, which usually sets aside $500 for annual legal fees in a budget line item, approved a motion to pay $1,745.22 for legal advice regarding the ballot issue. In response to his FOIA request, dated July 8, Wiggins received a letter from Township Clerk and FOIA coordinator Loma Wilson, dated July 18, and a redacted (edited) copy of the requested bill (see accompa­ nying photos). When asked who redacted (blacked out information on) the bill, Wilson replied that she did so with help from the township’s attorney. "We (township officials) are just trying to our jobs the best way we know how. We responded to the FOIA request according to the law. When the request came in, I contacted the lawyer to see what could be released and what could not; the parts that were redacted involved attor­ ney-client privilege" said Wilson. She noted that while the Michigan Township Association attorneys can offer their opinion regarding ballot issues, they recom­ mend township officials to seek legal advice from lawyers versed in municipal law for their questions about ballot issues. "The Only reason we con­ tacted our attorney was to draw up the ballot language so we were certain that it was legal and there was no misin­ formation involved," she said. "I would guess that. every township consults their attorney regarding ballot proposals. I know the county used their lawyer to draw up the proposal for the Thomapple Manor ballot issue." Wiggins said he believes that if township officials have nothing to hide in con­ nection with his FOIA request, they should provide the information he asked for. That would have been the best way to silence his criti­ cism of the expenditure. J-Ad Graphics editor David T. Young agreed, say­ ing, "Michigan Press Association Attorney- Dawn Phillips-Hertz has told us that what the township has done is certainly not illegal. They have a right to attor­ ney-client privilege. However, she agreed that if the township had nothing to See LEGAL, page Castleton voters to decide salary issue The salaries in question are treasurer $12,645 (Loretta Pixley); assessor $15,280 (Jud Cooley); super­ visor $6,490 (Jud Cooley); trustees $3,450 (Jerry Reese and Dave DeMond); and clerk $ 15,351.66, to be revis­ ited in six months (Loma Wilson). • The issue was put on a ballot after a group of citi­ zens, lead by township resi­ dent Don Wiggins, filed a petition to put the matter before the voters in the upcoming election. Wiggins explained, "I feel that they have really forgot­ ten who they are working for; they are working for the taxpayers.” He maintained that many of those taxpayers are strug­ gling because of the current economic climate in Michigan. "I don’t think it’s right for township officials to vote themselves raises when many of the people they serve are not getting raises. If they (township officials and trustees) are not making enough money, perhaps they need - to look elsewhere. Storm damages Putnam Park pavilion The roof of the picnic pavilion in Putnam Park in Nashville sustained damaged when a storm with heavy rain and gusty winds blew through town last Wednesday, July 20. Workers from Nashville’s Department of Public works had cleared away most of the debris and were starting on repairs by the weekend. RECEIVED 7 Should township officials get raises? by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Besides county-wide bal­ lot proposals to support Barry County Transit and expansion of Thornapple Manor, Castleton voters will be asked to decide next Tuesday whether township officials will get to keep the 2.3% raises they gave them­ selves in April. The voters may vote “yes,” in favor of letting the officials keep their raises, or “no,” (rolling back the salary increases) for each of six positions. LAW WEATHERS & RICHARDSON These are not meant to be full-time jobs. "That’s another thing too," added Wiggins. "When I was at the township meeting April 6, I asked them how many hours they worked and they couldn’t tell me. I think we should pay people for what the job requires. Let’s say they’re job requires that they work 15 hours a week, then they should be paid rea­ sonable compensation for 15 hours a week." Both Pixley and Reese said that with their petition the people of the township have expressed their desire to determine whether or not their elected officials receive salary increases and affirmed that it is the people’s right to do so. Wilson and Cooley agree, but defend the salary increas­ es. " I think it was justifiable increase. It was just 2.3% and an additional $600 (per election) for the clerk because the election consolidation, which is due to changes in the state law, which almost insures that we will have four elections a year. We’ve already had three elections this year and we will probably have anoth­ er one in November," said Wilson. "Even for people in the private sector, when their responsibilities go up, so does their compensation." Cooley said, "The only thing I’ve got to say is that the total of all six increases is only $1,900 and that aver- See SALARY, page 12 This is the first page of the itemized $1,745.22 bill from Law Weathers & Richardson, which Castleton Township citizen Don Wiggins’s received from the clerk’s office when he requested a copy under the Freedom of Information Act. Great Lakes Longbow Invitational XXI conies to Charlton Park August 12,13 and 14 The Michigan Longbow Association (MLA) will be holding its third annual Great Lakes Longbow Invitational (GLLI) at Historic Charlton Park in Hastings Friday through Sunday, August 12, 13 and 14. 14. The Great Great Lakes Longbow Invitational, the world’s largest longbow event, is in its 21st year, while the MLA is celebrat­ ing its 22nd anniversary. Historic Charlton Park is a new location for the GLLI, which has previously been held in Marshall, Brighton, Berrien Springs and Grass Lake. The GLLI is a weekend full of longbow shooting, browsing the traditional archery vendors’ displays, eating and carousing with other longbow enthusiasts. There will be shooting events for all ages and skill levels. Attendees can partici­ pate in the Silver Arrow Shoot - based on the old “Robin Hood” style tourna­ ment; the Clout Shoot - a distance and accuracy event; three 3D courses for fun, or try their luck at one of the two Turkey novelty shoots. There is a range set up just for young longbow shooters. A variety of food vendors will be on hand, and archery vendors will have new and used bows, arrows and all of the traditional archery sup­ plies on hand to get prepared for the upcoming hunting season orjust some backyard See LONGBOW, page 10 In This Issue • GM volunteer mans desk at MV community center • Nashville police join program to look after senior citizens • Nashville girl is contestant for Miss Teen of Michigan • Vaulters called to Valley for camp and competition �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, July 26,2005 — Page 2 Nashville United Methodist sets vacation Bible school Nashville United Methodist Church in Nashville is inviting all chil­ dren in grades 2 to 6 are to attend Circle G Ranch vaca­ tion Bible school, “where God is the center and the love never ends,” from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Aug. 1, to Friday, Aug. 5. The children are invited to, “Come, seek, knock and draw closer to God each day” and participate in a variety of activities, includ­ ing crafts, music, visits with farm animals, a picnic at a ranch (weather permitting) and more. For information, call 517­ 852-2043. GM volunteer mans desk at MV community center Cindy Sears, like many of her co-workers who were laid off from the General Motors plant in Lansing, prefers to do something with her time other than sitting in thejob pool at the factory. So she is volunteering with at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope through GM’s com­ Western themed decor like this will set the stage for Circle G Vacation Bible School at Nashville United Methodist Church. If you’re 50 or older, you’re in the money! STAN hen you insure your home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we’ll save you money! Statistics show that your age group experiences fewer, less-costly KELLY . losses, allowing us to pass the savings on to you. Contact our agency today for a customized proposal on your KEN homeowners insurance protection. ^uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business DEBBIE No 06612694 TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 munity service program. Sears, who has lived in Nashville for 12 years, will be at the community center, located at 233 Main St. in Nashville, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday to answer questions, pass out information about the cen­ ter’s many programs, help with paperwork and more. Sears, who enjoys embellishing shirts and decorative items with punch embroidery, has offered to teach a free punch embroidery class. I’ll set the dates and times as soon as I have enough people signed up, she said, "Punch embroi­ dery is so easy and there are no ends to cut and tie off, it is so durable that the clothes they are embroi­ dered on often wear out before the design does. When that happens you can trim the design off and sew it on something else; it’s that durable." LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1.806. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville 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 Sendee ........ :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) Church Service.... Sunday School ..... ....... 9 a.m. 0:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) g 8 Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service . :30 a.m. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE F^IGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road • (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. A.M. Senrice 11:15 a.m. P.M. Senrice ......................... 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.m. 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 Volunteer Cindy Sears embellishes a shirt with a punch embroidery design. Sears added that the community center is also looking for other crafters, perhaps those who work with quilting, ceramics or other media who are will­ ing to donate their time and expertise to teach free classes at the community center. For more information, to sign up for a class or to volunteer call (517) 852­ 0664. SHOWS & SHOWTIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE ■ SHOWTIMES 7/26 ■ 7/28 ■ ■ _ " ■ Q THE ISLAND (PG-13) 11:45,2:30,6:50,9:50 O BAD NEWS BEARS (PG-13). 11:20,1:40, 4:00,7:20, 9:40 O CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE ■ FACTORY (PG) ■ 11:30,2:00,4:30,7:00, 9:30 ^FANTASTIC FOUR (PG-13) QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass ................ 9:30 a.m. 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: 203 N. State, Nashville 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH ............ 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ......... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ................ 11:15 a.m. For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more: Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Mlnds-Open Doors ■ 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August » At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 11:30 am. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 26,2005 — Page 3 Nashville police join program to look after senior citizens Police in Nashville, have accidents such as Neighborhood Watch along with members ofthe falling down or slipping in member to check on the local Neighborhood the tub and are not able to welfare as requested. Watch group, are working get to the phone or call for There is no charge for together to try to make life assistance. What we are this service, and it can be a little easier for senior trying to do is to just canceled any time a per­ citizens and medically check on some of our citi­ son may choose. challenged people in the zens to make sure that “We just want to assure community. “It has come they are doing well and that all our citizens are to the attention of the don't need immediate cared for and looked out police department that assistance of any kind. It for,” the spokesperson some of our senior citi­ is our hope that we can said. “Nobody should zens live alone and have become a good neighbor have to be left alone, espe­ no one checking on them or friend to someone who cially when there are citi­ periodically to assure their needs just a little bit of zens in the town who are welfare,” said a assistance from a caring willing and able to assure Neighborhood Watch friend or helper.” their safety and well spokesperson. “Because Those who would like being.” the police are concerned to participate and have Those interested in find­ A group from Ren on the Run and the Blue Dragons out of Kalamazoo will get into for these individuals, they someone assigned by the ing out more about this the medieval spirit at Putnam Library (back row, from left) Lady Sandy, Lady Julia, have begun working iin police department check­ new program should com­ Lady Cindy, Sir Richard, Merlin, Knight Sir James, Sarah Pash (center) and (seated) conjunction with the ing on them can complete plete the form and mail it King Allen and Queen Ellen. Neighborhood Watch a special formand mail it to or drop it off at the group to visit these indi­ to the Nashville Police police station in town. viduals on a daily or Department at 208 N. One of the local officers weekly basis. Main St. P.O. Box 327, then will contact the client “This is not being done Nashville, MI 49073. The to set up an appointment to monitor these folks; it is police will contact the to get together with some­ being done as if a good sender to determine what one who is willing to be a Council. close neighbor was watch- kind of assistance is being good neighbor and check The second of three adults can be chess pieces. Sarah Pash, a member ing out for their welfare. asked for and then will on the person’s welfare events planned at the Refreshments will be Sometimes older folks assign an appropriate from time to, time. Putnam District Library served. of the Youth Advisory for its summer reading The first event was a Council, was on hand with program will be a game* medieval fair June 18. her younger sister, Anna, day held at 1 p.m. Friday, More than 100 guests enjoying the festivities. July 29. attended the event, which The third event will be Games being played featured knights, ladies, held at 10 a.m. will be Pall Mall, which is lords, Merlin and a king Wednesday, Aug. 10, an older version of what and queen. All of these when magician Jim Autumn Rose Branham, for the title of Miss Teen Sixty percent of the judg­ we know now as croquet events were sponsored by Merrill will be at the daughter of Glenn and of Michigan at the 2005 ing involves written A large chessboard will be a $2,000 grant awarded to library teaching juggling. Patti Branham of State Pageant July 22-24 resumes and testing, with painted on the library the library by the Barry Nashville, will be among in Mount Pleasant. the strongest single cate­ lawn and children and County Youth Advisory the candidates competing The winner of the pag­ gory being the interview eant competition will with the judges." receive 'a $1,000 cash The state pageant finals scholarship and a $500 will be held at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to Hope officially opened in Some of the services and items for golf and raffle U.S. Savings Bond. In Sunday, July 24, in participate in the first our present location in programs pro'vided by prizes and to sponsor addition, her high school Warriner Auditorium on annual Maple Valley October of last year after MVCCOH, working in holes. will receive $250 from the the Central Michigan Community Center of much remodeling. The partnership with a variety "We haven’t contacted Miss Teen of America University campus in Hope (MVCCOH) Bring support of the community of other groups and organ­ all of the businesses yet, scholarship and recogni­ Mount Pleasant. Two, Draw Two 4-Person was outstanding. We have izations throughout the but we’ve had a really tion program. The event is open to the The new state titlehold­ public, and tickets will be Scramble Golf Outing spent much of the year county and state, include good response so far," said er also will be eligible to available for purchase at Saturday, Aug. 6, at planting the seeds of pro­ the Maple Valley organizer Russ Keech. Mulberry Fore Golf grams and watching them Community Fresh Food Ice cream sundaes, road compete for the national the door. Special guests Course, 955 N. Main (M­ begin to grow. Initiative, the Maple atlases, a $10 gift certifi­ title of Miss Teen of will include the current 66) Nashville. “We have also learned Valley Community Pantry cate from Hometown America and vie for addi­ reigning Miss Teen of Tarryn scholarships, Michigan, The cost is $50 per per­ that because of previous Shelf, Employment Lumber, a $25 gift certifi­ tional Hartman of Saline. son for a two-person team, attempts by other groups to Readiness program, men­ cate from Hamilton Black awards and prizes. Branham’s sponsors are Each state candidate which will be paired with start things in Nashville, toring individuals, work­ Dirt, two car vacuums and another team in a random we had to earn the trust of ing with area schools, pro­ a digital camera from will be scored in six judg­ FIA Foster Care Agency draw on the day of the the community. They viding a place for commu­ Vermontville Hardware, ing categories, including and staff, Good Time Dr. Michael event. Registration begins needed to know that we nity service work through golf balls, and four passes scholastic record, achieve­ Pizza, Enduring at 8:30 a.m. and there will weren’t just going to come the Barry County Drug for 18 holes of golf with ment and service to school Callton, Wheeler’s be shotgun start at 9 a.m. in and start something and Court, serving as a coordi­ cart from Mulberry Fore, and community, personal Designs, Hamilton The entry fee covers 18 then leave. That trust is a nating agency for GM are just a few of the prizes development of talents Marine, holes of golf, a cart and an fragile commodity and workers in the community that have been donated so and skills, general aware­ Blackdirt, Musser Service, all-you-can eat luncheon. cannot be purchased, it service program, the far by local businesses and ness written test, personal­ Styles R Us, Rousch’s ity projection in formal Sidewalk Cafe, Swanson There will be prizes must be earned. Jimmy Carter Work merchants. Commercial Foods, Tickets for the raffle are wear, and interview. awarded for both men and "Your support of this Project 2005-Habitat for National Director Trumble Agency, Dynasty Nashville’s three for $5 and are avail­ women for the longest golf outing will allow us to Humanity, drive, closest to the hole continue our efforts to Neighborhood Watch pro­ able at Mace Pharmacy, Warren Alexander said, Buffet and Hastings City and longest putt. There determine and meet the gram and Better Kids Kent Oil and Hometown "This pageant truly repre­ Bank. Lumber or by calling Carol sents the young women of also will be a raffle for needs of the people of the workshops. Future plans include: Galinger at (269) 838­ the twenty-first century. prizes donated by local Maple Valley area by serv­ management, 6728. businesses and merchants. ing as a resource agency financial The cost of sponsoring a All proceeds from the working to coordinate the adult literacy, anger man­ charity event will directly programs and opportuni­ agement, parent and family hole is as follows: gold, benefit the community ties that are available in education, arts and cultural $100, silver $50, bronze. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling center and its programs larger areas. They are just events, computer media $25. Golf teams should sign and allow it to stay in its not close enough to be of training and production, a MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN current location at 233 N. assistance to our neighbors newsletter and support, up for the event by HAIR STYLING in many instances. If you marketing and training for Monday, Aug. 1, at the Main St. in Nashville. Open Tuesday — Friday Mulberry Fore clubhouse area arts and crafts people. have additional questions A prepared press release S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. Organizers are still look­ or by calling Jerry Reese at from the board of directors please feel free to contact (517) 852-5066. ing for businesses, groups said, “The Maple Valley the enter and we will work 1-517-852-9481 n |06605469 or individuals to donate Community Center of to share our vision." Putnam Library to go back to medieval times on Friday Nashville girl is contestant for Miss Teen of Michigan Golf outing to benefit MV community center '-Diana’s ^ace �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 26,2005 — Page 4 CALENDAR OF EVENTS July 26-31 July 28 Dorothy (Gardner) Mahar VERMONTVILLE - Mrs. Dorothy (Gardner) Mahar, age 86, of Vermontville passed away Friday, July 15, 2005 peacefully at the Eaton Community Hospice, Charlotte. Mrs. Mahar was bom in Dowling, on August 9, 1918, the daughter of the late Donald F. and Cecile A. (VanSycle) Weeks. She was raised in the Dowling area and attended both Dowling and Martin Country schools. She was the widow of Howard Gardner. On September 21, 1935 Dorothy married Howard Gardner in Hastings. The couple spent the early years oftheir marriage living the in the Nashville and Hastings areas. They later moved to the Vermontville area where they raised their family. After Howard passed away in 1976 Dorothy married Mr. Robert Mahar. The couple was married for 17 years when Robert passed away in 1995. Dorothy was a member of the First Congregational Church of Vermontville. Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Helen (Raymond) Bond, Shirley (Rodney) Harmon; sons, Robert (Lois) Gardner, Forrest (Elaine) Roger (Diane) Gardner; stepdaugh­ ters, Nora (Francis) Peake, Mary (Kenneth) Custer, Lois (Robert) Gardner, Janice (Everett) Swift, Lee (Bill) Joppie; stepsons, Darwin (Kay) Mahar, Michael (Jeannie) Mahar; sisters, Reatha (Charles) Humphrey, Mildred (Albert) (Lawrence) Parrott Sixberry, Theda (Kenneth) Gardner, and Lila (John) Cochran; and brother, Bernard (Norma) Weeks She is also survived by her grandchildren, Peggy Rathbum, Scott Bond, Pat Gardner, Cheryl Rathbum, Allan Gardner, Denise Scramlin, Karen Hulsebos, Steve Gardner, and Chris, Jason and Brandon Harmon; 19 great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; as well as several step grandchildren. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years Howard Gardner who passed away on October 29, 1976. And also her second husband of 17 years, Robert Mahar who passed away on June 13, 1995, and her sister Ora Johnson Funeral services were held at on Monday, July 18, 2005 at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville with Pastor Rich Mitterling officiating. Interment took place imme­ diately following the funeral service at . Woodlawn Cemetery Vermontville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to Barry-Eaton Hospice or Vermontville Congregational Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. home on Sherman Street. He was a founding member of the Southern Michigan Lock and Keys Association and collected locks and keys from all over the world as well as ornamental door­ knobs and Post Office mail­ box doors. His lock collec­ tion was once featured on a segment ofWOTV’s “On the Michigan Road” with Dick Evans. His collection of Post Office doors was donat­ ed to the Marshall Post Office Museum in Marshall, where it is on permanent dis­ play. Homer was preceded in death by a daughter, Julie, in 1971 and his wife, Tecla, in 1991. Homer remarried on December 4,1992 and is sur­ vived by his current wife Mary (Emerson) Snow of Nashville; sons Robert (Yung-Mi) Snow of Hastings, Larry Snow and Kim Overmyer of Edwardsburg, Randy (Darlynn) Snow of Kalamazoo; daughter Barbara (Jerry) Mitchell of Apache Junction, AZ; eight grandchildren, Sue (Zurface), Tony, Samantha, Andrew, Adam, Eden, Aaron, and Abram Snow and two great-grand children, Bailey and Nathan Zurface. He is also survived by step­ sons Gary (Jean) Ticer and Bruce (Kimberly) Ticer; XX/ . Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Aug. 3 Wednesday, July 27 Hot dog, German potato salad, Com O’Brian, spiced Aug. 4 apples, bun. Aug. 6 Thursday, July 28 Turkey ala king, rice, Aug. 7 California blend, yellow squash, sweet treat. Aug. 8 Friday, July 29 Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed Aug. 20 potatoes, mixed vegetables, peaches, wheat bread. Monday, August 1 Chicken fettuccini, peas, stewed tomatoes, apricots. Tuesday, August 2 Cheeseburger pocket, broc­ coli, com, cookie. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, July 27 Ground bologna, marinated vegetables, mandarin oranges, whole wheat bread. Thursday, July 28 Chicken salad, potato salad, fruited jello, muffin. Friday, July 29 California reuben spread, sweet and sour carrots, pears, rye bread. Monday, August 1 Cheese cubes, pea and peanut salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, August 2 Italian pasta salad, marinat­ ed carrots, tropical fruit. Henry and Charlotte (Belson) Cowell observed 50 Events years of marriage on July 24, 2005. An open house will Wednesday, July 2/ be held on Saturday, August 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Hastings,, Nails, Euchre VFW Hall, Nashville. 12:30 p.m. Delton, Delton They have five children - Sheila (Danny) Dunn, Birthday Party; Kenneth (Sue), Steven (Teresa), Rebecca (Steve) Reminiscence. Thursday, July 28 Gallimore and Kelli Cowell. They also have seven Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30 grandchildren. a.m.; Last Day Summer Picnic Sign Up. Nashville, TV Time. Delton, Puzzles/ Trivia. Friday, July 29 - Hastings, Two local women were Secord, 52, ofNashville. Both drivers were airlifted Bingo; Oil Painting 9:30 a.m. injured in a serious two-car Woodland, Visiting. traffic accident Tuesday, to hospitals in Kalamazoo Monday, August 1 July 19, on Nashville and Grand Rapids with seri­ Hastings, Music with Sam, ous, but non-life-threatening Card Making 12:30 p.m., Highway. Eaton County Sheriffs injuries. The drivers both Crafts 10 a.m.; August authorities said Elizabeth were the only occupants in Birthday Party. H,W,N, White, 21, of Vermontville their vehicles. Alcohol does Reminiscence. Delton, backed out of a driveway off not appear to be a factor in Bingo. Tuesday, August 2 Nashville Highway into the the incident. path of an oncoming vehicle The accident remains Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m.; Bocce Ball. driven by a Sharon Gidner- under investigation. SOCIAL NEWS Two women hurt in crash stepdaughters Pamela (Tint) Johnson and Carol Staup; nine step grandchildren and 14 step great grandchildren. Homer was also preceded in death by brothers, Howard Snow of Glendale, Arizona, Harold Snow of Olivet and sister Marion Johnson of Charlotte. He is survived by his brother Hugh Snow and sis­ ter Marguerite Wallace, both of Nashville. Funeral services will be at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville Friday, July 29 at 11:00 AM. Internment will be at the Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Visitation will be Thursday, 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM. Memorial contributions can be made to the VFW Post 8260 in Nashville or the Alzheimer Research Foundation. 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. on Aging Schedule of Events Cowells observed 50 years of marriage Homer Snow HASTINGS - Homer W. Snow, age 80, died on July 25, 2005 after a 5-year battle with Alzheimers and Parkinson’s disease at the Thomapple Manor. He was bom on October 23, 1924 to Willis H. Snow and Christina (Brown) Snow and was a lifelong resident of Nashville. Homer served in the Army Air Corps with the Mediterranean Allied Air Force during World War II and was stationed in Naples, Italy. It was during this time that he met his future wife of 44 years - Tecla. A year after Homer returned from Italy, Tecla came to the United Stated by boat and the two were married on April 6, 1947. Homer worked for the E.W. Bliss Company in Hastings for over 35 years as a universal lathe operator, but over the years he main­ tained several second jobs. In the 195Qs he operated the Snow Archery Shop out Of his home on Sherman Street in Nashville. He was also a founding member of the Nashville Boat and Sportsman Club. In the 1960s he sold ceme­ tery markers for the Eaton Monument Company in Charlotte. From the mid 1970’s to the late 1990’s, he operated Snow and Son Locksmiths, also out of his Extension Office will be closed during lunch, please call ahead. Teen Leaders Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Open Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. Open Speed Horse Show, 9:30 a.m., Expo Center. Small Animal Sale Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center. Pop Can Fundraiser, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Barry County Courthouse Lawn. Commission icIIfU COUIllQ Night Vision Goggles Enhance Special Enforcement Operations The Michigan State Police (MSP) Emergency Support (ES) Team is now better equipped to respond to situa­ tions involving hostage res­ cue, barricaded gunmen and counter terrorism with the addition of night vision gog­ gles, because night vision capability enhances officer safety, as well as response. The ES Team is currently learning to use Sensor Technology Systems’ Low Profile Night Vision goggles, with binocular and monocular abilities. The binocular goggles provide night vision to both eyes with a wider field of view than typical night vision gog­ gles, as well as a Heads Up Display feature that allows users to access thermal imag­ ing, GPS information and a camera. The monocular gog­ gles provide night vision sight to one eye allowing the other eye to see in normal vision, which is valuable in situations where lighting conditions change rapidly. “With advanced night vision goggles, our abilities to counter terrorism and spe­ cial enforcement operations are significantly improved,” stated Lieutenant David Bower, commander of the ES Team. “By combining multiple technologies, such as night vision and thermal imaging, we are able to enhance officer safety and gain greater access to poten­ tially critical information.” Created in 1974, the ES Team is more commonly known as the MSP SWAT team. Members of this statewide team are specially trained to provide tactical support during high-risk crit­ ical incidents, such as barri­ caded gunmen, hostage res­ cue, high risk warrant servic­ es, and Regional Response Teams support for a potential weapons of mass destruction incident. The ES Team is comprised of 41 tactical members, 14 negotiators and two behavioral science psy­ chologists. ES Team mem­ bers are assigned to full-time positions with MSP and are activated according to their proximity to the location of the request. In 2004, the ES Team responded to 128 calls for service. You are invited to attend Honey Tree Contemporary Worship at the Kalamo United Methodist Church 1475 S. Ionia Road, Vermontville, 11 o’clock Sundays Designed to communicate the Gospel through music, drama, video & other means. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 26,2005 — Page 5 VOTER ALERT for CASTLETON TOWNSHIP If you have not yet decided how to vote on August 2 on each of the Castleton Township Propositions, let’s compare Castleton and Woodland Township compensation for Supervisor, Assessor, Clerk and Treasurer, using salary information from the audited financial statements for year ending March 31, 2004, filed with the Michigan Department of Treasury by Castleton Township (audited statements for March 31, 20Q5 are not yet available to the public). The reason for comparing these two townships relates to the fact that they are fairly comparable from a statistical perspective and the data provides a benchmark for evaluating whether Castleton Township offi offi-­ cials’ compensation, which follows, is reasonable or not. Our Supervisor, Jud Cooley, earned 7.82% ($6,160/$5,713) more than the Woodland Supervisor. Our Assessor, Jud Cooley, earned 28.89% ($14,500/$11,250) more than the Woodland Assessor. Our Clerk, Lorna Wilson, earned 35.71% ($14,800/$10,906) more than the Woodland Clerk. Our Treasurer, Loretta Pixley, earned 97.64% ($12,105/$12,397) of the amount earned by the Woodland Treasurer. If you believe the increases, approved by those Township Board members who receive the pay increases, should be rolled back, vote NO on each Castleton Township Proposition on the August 2, 2005 ballot. (Paid for by concerned taxpayers of Castleton Township) WANT TO APPLY FOR STUDENT LOANS? WANT TO CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS? WANT TO RENEW YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE? Want to know where to get all this information? From Social Security benefits to buying surplus government property, all kinds of government information are just a click or call away. FlRSTGOVgov 1 (8 00) FED-INFO �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 26, 2005 — Page 6 Vaulters called to Valley for camp and competition by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Fishermen aren’t the only one’s carrying poles around all summer long. Summer is also a great season for pole vaulters, and many of the best from around the area, the state and beyond will be at Maple Valley High School in the coming weeks. Some ofthe best are there on a regular basis anyway. The Lions will be hosting a pole vault camp on Saturday, July 30, from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The Lions’ objective, “To run a POSITIVE, ENERGETIC, FUN FILLED environment by offering you vaulting’technique proficiency, video analysis, drills you can actually use, and lots of vaulting to improve and correct skill mastery and readiness,” says the website t a www.landonathletics.com which is the place to find registration forms for the event and another one com­ ing up at Maple Valley - the Moon Vault The Moon Vault is a oneday competition being held for the second time, Aug, 6, at MVHS to try and help raise funds for new vaulting standards for the school’s track and field program which has been one of the best in the state the past few seasons. Leading the charge for many of those Lion squads have been the pole vaulters, who are headed by coach Jerry Sessions. “He is probably one of the top pole vault coaches in the state, if not the Midwest. We’re really lucky to have him here,” said MVHS athletic director Mike Sparks. With the help of some Lion athletes Sessions held H jnUE U H ER ■CONSTRUCTION I - HI LICENSED & INSURED SURED ROOFING NEW CONSTRUCTION RE-ROOF TEAR OFFS Email: scoitworks@iierv net 1269) 948-RO 0 F the Moon Vault a year ago, and nearly 50 participants showed up. Rain hurt the event a bit. “We kind of lost money last year, but we won’t give up. We’ll earn ‘em sooner or later,’’ said Sessions. “We bought too many T­ shirts. We learned a lot from last year.” Some of Sessions’ star pupils will help run the camp the final week ofJuly, including MVHS graduates Miranda Farr and Tara Gordenski and Portland star Tommy Stomant. Farr was a national champion and three time all-american vaulting for Lansing Community College where she still takes courses. Gordenski graduated from MVHS this spring and was a medallist at the Division 3 State Finals. She plans to vault at University in Liberty Virginia during her college days. Stomant, who Sessions helped tutor, was a state champion in division 3 as a junior in 2003, and was sec­ ond in the state the follow­ ing year despite adding a foot to his final height of the season - from 14-6 to 15-6. He currently vaults at Michigan State University. Cost to participate in the camp is $40, and it will be limited to the first 25 appli­ cants in an effort to keep an effective vaulter-to-coach ratio. Sessions suggested that participants be entering at least the sixth grade. Athletes do not necessar­ ily have to have pole vault­ ing experience. “We’ll teach people that have never jumped before,” said Sessions, “but it’ll probably be a little tougher for them.” It is highly recommended that athletes bring their own poles, for one to make sure that there are enough to go around and so coaches can give the most accurate instruction to competitive vaulters. It would probably take more than that one day of vaulting for anyone to be ready for the Moon Vault. Pits will open for warm­ ups at 6 p.m. and competi­ tion will begin around 7 in five divisions 14-andunder, 15-16, Masters, 1718, and College. The entry fee is $25, and all competi­ tors receive a T-shirt. The fee also goes to help cover the cost of awards which include Moon Pies and trophies for all the division winners. Sessions has been helping teach pole vaulters since he got out of school, and has been an official assis­ tant coach with the Maple Valley varsity girls’ track and field team for 16 years. The Lions have a long string of sending vaulters to the high school state finals. “I don’t think I can remember a time (when a Lion wasn’t pole vaulting at the state finals),” said Sessions. “It hasn’t happened in quite a while. There might have been a time, but I can’t think of one.” “I have a good time. The best thing about it is when other coaches and people see our kids and they won­ der how they get a long so well together,”” well together, said Sessions. “It’s because they practice so much together.” 06611832 ...to all ofthefollowing merchants — withoutyou we wouldn’t be able to have such a successful outingfor the Dunkelberger Scholarship Fund: Nashville C Store Hometown Lumber Riverside Oak Furniture Mace Pharmacy Weatherwax Farm Market Something Special by Kathy Kountry Treasures Enduring Designs Family Chiropractic Hamilton Landscape Hastings City Bank Olivet College Styles R Us Shirleys Restaurant Eaton Federal Savings Bank Mulberry Fore Carl’s Supermarket Roushs Sidewalk Cafe Nashville Locker Kent Oil V.F.W., Nashville' Trumble Agency Vermontville Hardware Vermontville Grocery Vermontville Independent Bank Jamies Nails Kelly Fuel M.V. High School Purple Rose Massage Vermontville Syrup Assoc. Wal-Mart of Charlotte Road Runners Nashville Syrup Assoc. Angel Christopher Country Cross Roads Applebee’s of Hastings Ken’s Standard Hobday Inn Alpena Thunder Bay Golf Resort Ben Page Jeff Rigs A special thank you to the Nashville V.F.W^, Kyle and Angel Christopher, Dick Chaffee for his great cooking of the barbecue. Thank you to Megan, Jessica, Jessilyn, LuAnne, Sam, Ruth, Lacy, Juliie, Stephanie and Rory Starks, Gayle and Brian Chaffee. The meal was put on by Linda, Patty, Margy and Alberta. Last but not least, thank you to all of the golfers who participated, making the Crunch Classic a classic. 06612556 Thankyou!! The Family andFriends ofTony Dunkelberger Recent Maple Valley graduate Lisa Hamilton cheers on teammate Tara Gordenski as she gets ready for a vault at this spring’s Division 3 State Finals. Both earned state medals in their senior season. Gordenski will be one of the coaches at the July 30 pole vault camp hosted at Maple Valley High School. 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FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Servic strength you can rely on Free Estimates ARMSTRONG Jk Slrtngth you can roly an Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Nashville (517) 852-9565 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 26,2005 — Page 7 LEGAL, continued from pa This is the second page of the itemized bill for attor­ ney’s fees from Law Weathers & Richardson, which Don Wiggins’s received from the township clerk’s office when he requested a copy of the complete bill under the Freedom of Information Act. hide, they should share the information with the pub­ lic to avoid any appear­ ance of impropriety.1' The attorney fees expenditure was noted after petitions were filed for five ballot issues Aug. 2, in which voters will be able to decide whether pay raises should granted to Township Supervisor Justin Cooley, Clerk Loma Wilson, Treasurer Loretta Pixley and Trustees David DuMond and Jerry Reese. The board members voted to grant themselved the increases earlier this year, but Wiggins successfully led a petition drive to put Correction: -N---ashville Assembly plans special events The public is welcome to attend the Nashville In last week’s edition of Assembly of God’s annual the Maple Valley News “Day in the Son” celebra­ there was an error at the tion from 3 to 5 p.m. conclusion of the Saturday, July 30. There will be a picnic Nashville Village Council story. The council went and pig roast and a concert byGHF. into closed session to dis­ GHF, which stands for cuss litigation against the God Has Forgiven, is a EMS, not the fire depart­ ment It was therefore the ministry-focused quarterly payment to the Christian rock band, com­ EMS service that was prised ofthree of the orig­ withheld until the first inal members of the wellmeeting in August, not the known band Petra. Greg Hough, Bill quarterly payment to the Glover and John DeGroff fire department. have decades of combined musical experience between them, and are listed in the Gospel Music Hall ofFame. They have a live CD, recorded during in August 2004, available for purchase. The project, titled “Honestly Live,” contains original material as well as some Petra clas­ sics. On Sunday, July 31, Accolade, a local music artist, will perform in con­ cert at 6 p.m. at the church. For more information, call Patti Branham at (517) 852-9819. New items and new summer hours at Putnam District Library Fiction - High Plains Tango by Robert James WAller; The Mermaid Chair by Sue Monk Kidd; The Ezekiel Option by C. Rosenberg; keynote speaker for Joel by James Gideons International, Lifeguard Patterson and Andrew will be guest speaker Sunday, Aug. 7, in the 11 Gross; Cross Bones by a.m. and special 2 p.m. Kathy Reichs; Always service. Gatling is a Time to Die by Elizabeth retired Dow Midland bio­ Lowell; The Traveler by chemist who speaks John Twelve Hawks; throughout the Midwest. Looking For Peyton Place The public is welcome to by Barbara Delinsky. Juniors - Harry Potter attend. Chester Gospel Church and the Half-Blood Prince is located 1/4 mile east of by J.K. Rowling. Romance - Oceans of Chester Road on 3744 W. Fire by Christine Feehan; Vermontville Highway. Any questions may be Lie by Moonlight by answered by calling the Amanda Quick; Black church at (517) 543-5488. Rose by Nora Roberts; Blue Dahlia by Nora Chester Gospel plans vacation Bible school ’Missionaries Al and Melissa Torres of Rural Bible Mission will be at the Chester Gospel Church the week of Aug. 1-5. They will be conducting a daily vacation Bible school from 9;30 a.m. to noon each day. Their emphasis will be on things that happened “In the Beginning.” • All children pre-kindergarten through sixth grade are welcome to attend. Stories, songs, crafts and games will accompany this presentation. Sterling Gatling, that question on the Aug. 2 election ballot. Roberts. DVD’s - Hostage; The Toy; Strange Bed Fellows; Goin’ South; White Chicks; Napoleon Dynamite; The Pacifier; Coach Carter; Miss Congeniality 2; Hitch; Diary of a Mad Black Women; Life Aquatic; Mr. T; National Treasure. Starting July 19 on Tuesdays the library will open from 3-8 p.m. on Fridays the library will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This will run through Sept. 30, 2005. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Come and enjoy the fun at the 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 Where God is at the center and the love never ends! 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Annual Percentage Rates (APR) are based on a loan amount of $100,000 and are as follows: 30 year fixed based on 360 monthly payments of $591.54; 20 year fixed based on 240 monthly payments of $702.08; 15 year fixed based on 180 monthly payments of $817.08; 7 year balloon based on 83 monthly payments of $552.43 and one final payment of $88,948.45; 5 year balloon based on 59 monthly payments of $537.04 with one final payment of $92,367.08; 1 year ARM based on 360 monthly pay­ ments of $568.03 for the first 12 months, then interest rate and pay­ ments are variable; 30 year construction perm, rate with one point based on interest only payments for first six months (payment will vary based on loan balance) with 354 remaining payments of $595.45. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, July 26, 2005 — Page 8 Fire dept, quarterly payment not withheld the litigation against the Ambulance Board. I am outraged that the reporter stated that the council withheld the fire quarterly payment and that the liti­ gation was about the fire board. First, the Maple Valley News showed me how irresponsible its people are when it comes to reporting the facts. There was an agenda that showed what was going to be discussed that night. The closed session was added on while the To the editor: After speaking to J-Ad Graphics Vice President Fred Jacobs last week, I feel I owe the people of Nashville and the fire department an explanation of the bad reporting that took place in the July 19 issue of the Maple Valley news. The Village Council’s quarterly payment of $4,000 was withheld from the ambulance service, not the fire department. I, myself, called for the closed session to discuss Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) • HEALTH INSURANCE INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP • LONG TERM CARE • MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTS • H.S.A. Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net oeeizras -v/ 5*^. Iwf O flk IilmI lBHi YI nil fl Ml reporter was there. Why wasn’t that written down? Did the reporter just not pay attention, or simply want a story? The reporter also knows that the fire and ambu­ lance are two separate units, so that reason Mr. Jacobs gave me, that some fire and ambulances are one unit, is unacceptable. The Maple Valley News discredited the fire department. How are you going to fix it? But, after showing me how irre­ sponsible you people are, I will take care of it myself. So, to all the people who read the Maple Valley News, I want to say there is no litigation against our fire depart­ ment or fire board whatso­ ever. The quarterly pay­ ment of $5,250 that the department gets from the village is not being with held. I am very proud to have such a well run, highly respected fire department in our village, and one of the best in Barry County. To all our firemen and Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate 227 N- MA,N ST., NASHVILLE |L 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, Broker - GRI............................................. Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR................................................................. Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 Top Row of Houses Offer Occupancy at OCose! NASHVILLE BRICK HOME "TURN OF THE CENTURY" 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Presently set. bp as a "2 unit". Natural woodwork throughout. 2 blocks to stores. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (N-111) 'MOVE IN AT CLOSE'II 'FAMILY HOME' IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 'extra' lot. Make ah offer. Cail Rick for more information. (N-1O1) firewomen, I want to apol­ ogize for the bad, misin­ formed, and irresponsible reporting by the Maple Valley News. Mary L. Coll, Nashville Village Council ■Member Fire Board Member Ambulance Board Member Editor’s Note:,As a policy for the Maple Valley News, a correction deal-, ing with the error is pub­ lished elsewhere in this edition. Road work was wasted To the editor: Thanks to the people of western Vermontville Township, the efforts of the Eaton County Road Commission has been undone. They seal coated Vermontville Highway on July 12 and put signs up to drive a 35 mph speed limit. But due to the peo­ ple who didn't adhere to that speed, we now have a very bad situation. The pea stone is off the right lane, and come winter, you bet­ ter watch out. It's going to be slick! I am one of the first to check the Road Commission, but this is the fault of the citizens who are in too big of a hurry to heed the signs. The money the Eaton County Road Commission put into this project is nearly wasted and it is these people’s tax dollars that is wasted. Ken Conkey, Vermontville Township "MOVE IN" AT CLOSE! PRICE REDUCED!! NOW $60,0001! ON 2 ACRE CORNER LOT I MILE OFF M-79 "IN COUNTRY" Two bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic at furnace, home needs some repair & com­ pletions. Nice yard & circle stone drive. Call Homer. (CH-108) OCCUPANCY AT CLOSEII COMPLETELY J' NEW Lil T TfVO I C I 31 IJIM^yJwJstory, new furn<i_Jr Sdr conditioning, carpet, repainted thru out, handicap ramp', garage, mature shade. Home has been completely refurbished & not lived in since (like new), main floor laundry. Cali Homer. (N-1J2 VACAINT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRES **^TViI/YVAjLrLA*^/iain erked modulars as avail v^fJTnVl^iiIC/YTVreAejsL. rCLaAll *H^o/mia in road road. Surveed Surveyed, perked, modulars accetable acceptable, nat nat. gas avail-­ able, rolling vfJnl^iCTrees. Call Homer (VH ]4> 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park; Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCED!! Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country". Great view, close to public hunting & fishing. Lots of birds Be wildlife. Some restrictions. Has driveway permit. Cal1 Rlck(VL-99) 4 ACRES: Black top road, north of Modulars acceptable. Call Homer. perk, natural gas available, all surveyed. (VU89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-I05) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 2 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the properly (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer ^for more de details. (VL-109 & 110)j Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Vote ‘no’ Aug. 2 to stop pay raises To the editor, Before the 2.3% increase in the amended budget was added to Castleton Township elect­ ed officials' base salary on April 6, they had already received increases over a two-year period of 6.64% for Supervisor Jud Cooley; 6.71% for Assessor Jud Cooley; 47.1% for the Clerk Loma Wilson; and 35.82% for Treasurer Loretta Pixley. When the 2.3% increase is added to compensation, over the same time period, the change is 9.1% for Cooley; 9.14% for him as the assessor; 67.76% for Wilson; and 38.96% for Pixley. These increases in com­ pensation should be rolled back by voting “no” on each of the five Castleton Township propositions on the Aug. 2 ballot. Ifypu are still not ready to vote “no” on the Castleton Township propositions, I will share the budget numbers that were slated to be adopted before township officials learned opposition to the budgeted increases would be raised on the public behalf at the April 6 Castleton Township meet­ ing. Supervisor Jud Cooley was scheduled to receive a 3% raise; Assessor Jud Cooley was scheduled to receive a 7% raise; Clerk Loma Wilson, was sched­ uled to receive a 19.75% raise; and Treasurer Loretta Pixley was sched­ uled to receive a 3.16% raise. When these differ­ ing percentages are fac­ tored into the mix for the same two-year measuring period, discussed in the first paragraph of this let­ ter, the percentage changes are as follows: Supervisor, 9.92%; assessor, 14.29%; clerk, 76.2%; treasurer, 40.11% Now do all these facts support the statement, in the June 14 edition of the Maple Valley News, by Jud Cooley, "...The major­ ity of the township board has the best interests ofthe township in mind, not their own..."? You should review these numbers with your acquaintances and com­ pare your own family's experience in making a decision whether or not to reward the Castleton Township officials for their financial decisions over the past several years. Make your decision using the facts developed by our elected officials, not by me, and paid for by all the taxpayers in Castleton Township. Vote what is in your best interest Aug. 2 as a taxpayer, rather than what's best for the wallets of our elected officials. Donald M. 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FlRSTGOVgov 1 (800) FED-INFO Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16,20x20,20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Donner, 517-726-1084 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 26,2005 — Page 9 USDA to extend conservation reserve program contracts Bruce Weir, State Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced that farmers and ranchers with certain Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) con­ tracts expiring this year may extend their contracts for one year. “The expiration affects approximately 16,1653 acres now protected by the CRP in Michigan,” said Weir. “Extending certain existing contracts will ensure that CRP’s environmental bene­ fits are preserved.” The extension option applies to CRP participants with contracts scheduled to expire on Sept. 30, 2005, and whose original contract with the extension will not exceed 15 years. Michigan offices of USDA’s Farm Service Agency will notify eligible CRP participants of their option to modify and extend their CRP contracts. About 7,000 contracts are affected. Fresh Food Initiative to change hours TOM j® ® WU Iflij'ni.mjpitt, [S ill lii nip® j t I itytt Wiipi teuasWti lisfip, nfa fc taw itfsksibM tat hi ofwWB hHb MJlfe The hours for the Fresh Food Initiative (FFI) dis­ tribution, which is held each Tuesday morning during the summer in the open area outside behind the Commission on Aging in Nashville, will be from 10 tol 1 a.m. rather than from 10 a.m. to noon. FFI recipients are requested to note the time change and plan accord­ ingly. Call the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) if other arrangements need to be made at (517) 852­ 0664. The deadline to apply for this extension is Sept. 2, 2005. The extension will not change participants’ rental rates. All or a portion of the acreage under contract may be included in an extension, but no new acreage may be added. Obligations and responsibilities under the original contract continue to apply to contracts that are modified and extended. USDA is not planning to. offer a general CRP signup in fiscal year 2005. However, producers may continue to enroll relatively small, highly-desirable acreage, such as fiber strips and riparian buffers, in the continuous CRP at any time at their local FSA office. The CRP is a voluntary program available to agricul­ ture producers to help them safeguard environmentally sensitive land. Producers enrolled in CRP plant long­ term, resource-conserving covers to improve the quality ofwater, control soil erosion, and enhance wildlife habitat In return, FS A provides participants with rental pay­ ments for 10- to 15-years and cost-share assistance to establish the practice. 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Please contact: Cindy Bass at 517-726-0535 or 517-712-7550 e 06612761 J • Calendars • Business Cards • Greeting Cards • Big Prints & Posters • Folding & Laminating • Custom Rubber Stamps • Plastic Binding and more! 1351 N.Broadway (M-43) Hastings (-n the 269.945.9105 ^Barn OPEN MON - FRI 8:30 - 6:00 • SAT 8:30 -1:00 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 26, 2005 — Page 10 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library The first episode of the summer reading program “Dragons, Dreams and Daring Deeds” was enjoyed by 60 children and their parents. Cheryl Sheridan pre­ sented an informative and interactive program on dragons. She also created personalized laminated “Official Dragon-ologist” licenses for everyone. TeensTabitha Harwood, Jeremy Whitney, Darin Reid and Ashlin Finn were ready and able helpers. The next program, “The Library is Your Castle,” will take place today, Tuesday, July 26. Participants will be build­ ing their own castles, which will then be entered into the Castle Contest. The contest will be one of the many events to take place during our Medieval Faire Aug. 9. Vermontville Village President, Doug Kelsey, has agreed to be “King of the Village” for the day of the Faire and he will pick the castle he likes the most. In between July 26 and the Faire Aug. 9 will be the third program, “Reading Kingdom” on Aug. 2. During this pro­ gram, the participants will craft their own costumes to wear to the Faire! Newest additions to the library: Adult fiction: Volume #3 in the Hidden Faces series, Dead of night by Brandilyn Collins, The Dark Elf Trilogy ( Homeland, Exile and Sojourn ) by R.A. Salvatore. Glimpses of paradise by James Scott Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 Bell, Love’s Haven by Catherine Palmer, Homesong and A Gathering Place by Thomas Kincade and Katherine Spencer. With the addition of the following seven titles, the library now can offer 50 of the 58 titles listed on the AP English Reading List. The awakening by Kate Chopin, Sister Carrie by Theodore Dreiser, Heart of Darkness and The Secret Sharer by Joseph Conrad, The Dubliners by James Joyce, Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury, The Scarlet Letter and The A good crowd of children and their parents gathered on the lawn at the library to House of Seven Gables by hear about dragons. Nathaniel Hawthorne, The Fixer by Bernard Malamud. Junior Fiction: Book 7 in the Diadem Worlds of Magic series, Book of War by John Peel and Garfield Makes It Big by Jim Davis. We have only two copies of the new J.K. Rowling book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, so anyone who requests that a copy be put on hold will receive a Harry Potter Sorting Hat bookmark (while supplies last). Some of the children at the library program took active roles in the dragons program. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters We would like to begin by saying thank you to all of the individuals and local businesses for their continued support and donations over the last year. Without you, we would not be able to accomplish our goal in making student athletes’ high school sports experience enjoyable and memorable. We are hoping to be able to maintain a monthly article. The purpose of the article would be to help notify and inform the community members on what the Boosters are working on and some of the goals we wish to accomplish to continue supporting our student athletes. By doing this, we feel more of the community will want to come and join us in whatever possible way. It has been a great tradition at Maple Valley for the athletic boosters to work with the administra­ tion and support the coaches and student athletes in numerous ways. We want to continue and improve in any way possible. One of the most recent and memorable events was last fall when the area experienced the Micro Burst (tornado) that damaged the high school and new athletic facilities. Many felt that the football home opener at the football field was going to be postponed due to the damage to the field. However, thanks to the volunteers from the athletic boosters, the school mainte­ nance staff and administration working together, the field was ready for the home opener to be held at the new facility. To most, this was a great accomplishment. Now for this upcoming year, we are going to start off with a different kind of fundraiser that we were introduced to last winter. Many of the neighboring schools have already participated in this fundraiser and have had very good success. This new fundraiser is called Reverse Raffle. The proceeds will be collected by our athletic boosters. We are really excited and looking forward to hosting it. It is going to be held Saturday, October 1, 2005 at the Ramada Inn in Montpelier, Ohio. Montpelier is approximately one hour and twenty minutes from Maple Valley High School, just off the Ohio Turnpike. The buffet and open bar begin at four o’clock in the afternoon with the drawing to begin at five o clock in the afternoon. The buffet and bar will remain open during the drawing which will last about four hours. Tickets for this fundraising event will be $100.00 per person. This event will make for a great afternoon and evening with a lot of chances to win your money back and maybe more. Please be looking for more detailed information to come in a future article. Although, if you are inter­ ested in purchasing tickets now, only 240 available, please contact one of the following boosters mem­ bers, John Boss (517) 388-4638 or Craig Lackscheide (517) 726-1148. In addition to the Reverse Raffle, we will be continuing our fundraising efforts through a few ffundraisers that we have consistently. For instance, a golf outing, 50/50 raffle tickets and the sale of Maple Valley apparel. We feel that all of these fundraisers have positive support that allows us to con con-­ tinue to raise money to purchase equipment and help our student athletes. Many people do not real­ ize that Maple Valley High School is one of the few high schools still operating our athletic program WITHOUT a pay to play policy and we, the boosters, hope to help continue to make this possible for our student athletes. Last year we were able to purchase some equipment for our athletic programs. One of the pur­ chases we made was for new floor mats for the weight room and a Makoto Machine, which is a reacreac­ tion training device. Recently we contributed to the purchase of a Shoot Away Machine for the bas­ ketball program. We also made some donations to help send some student athletes to camp that could not afford to go. We also helped out individuals and teams that went to state competitions. Our next meeting will be held August 3, 2005 at 7 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. At this meeting, we will be planning and preparing for the upcoming year. Any suggestions and/or ideas are welcome. We are also going to be electing new offi­ cers at this meeting so please come and join and show your support for Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. Come be part of a great tradition that is supporting the young athletes in this community. Thanks again for all the past and future support. It is very much appreciated. -Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 06612755 LONGBOW, continued from page 1 shooting. The GLLI is an all-week­ end event, so you can come out to the park, camp and enjoy the whole experience, orjust come for the day to get a taste. Either way, if you are planning to shoot, this is a longbow and wooden arrow event, so please leave your other bows at home. The MLA believes in passing on the tradition of archery and has loaner equipment for kids and also allows children to shoot recurve bows. Plus, children 16 and under shoot for free! Camping is $6 per night before Thursday, and $6 for the weekend. There is a $5 per adult gate fee for the weekend. 3D shooting is $7 per round, $10 unlimited, and $25 for weekend. The Silver Arrow Shoot and Clout Shoot are $3 each; however, there Cheryl Sheridan presented an informative and inter­ will be times available to try active program on dragons. the Clout Shoot for free. For more information, the MLA website is michiganBRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS ■ TRANSMISSIONS longbow.org./ or call MLA Council Member Ken Scollick at (248) 634-0845. Historic Charlton Park is AUTO SERVICE, INC. located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M­ 79 between Hastings and Nashville. For more informa­ Jeff Dobbin, Owner tion on the park, visit ASE Master Technician , www.charltonpark.org or I 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. I phone (269) 945-3775. Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available | JEFF DOBBIN’S 269-945-0191 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 26,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale Household Real Estate Garage Sale 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR-$195 WOOD FOUR POST 2 FREE GARAGE SALE PET: beige, brand new BED (new) with king pillow- signs with your ad that runs (bought, never used). Still on top mattress set. Cost $1,000. in any of ourr papers. Get roll. New $800 - sell $295. 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The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06571010 LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: Shirley M. Wilkins, to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc.,, a Missouri Corporation Mortgagee, Business Services BLACK DIRT 10 yards de­ livered, $110; fill sand 10 yard load delivered, $70 to Hastings, Nashville, Wood­ land; also bulldozing. Call (269)948-2909. 4 BUILDING SUES: 2.2 to 8.6 acres. 3 with north branch of Thomapple River frontage. Approximately 5 miles northeast of Hastings. $49,900-$62,900. Land con­ tract terms available. (616)891-8982. KALKASKA: 5 beautifully wooded acres near Torch Lake, camping or home site. County blacktop road, un­ derground electric & tele­ phone, natural gas, $39,900, $1,000. down, $450 month, 11% land contract. www.northemlandco.com. Northern Land Company, 1­ 800-968-3118. Fann SCOTTISH HIGHLAND CATTLE FOR SALE. (517)726-0443 PUBLIC HEARING The Vermontville Township Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a pub­ lic hearing on August 5, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the Vermontville Opera House. Purpose: To accept public discussion regarding a variance request, to replace a porch at 7111 W. Vermontville Highway. The porch replacement will violate Agriculture District Section 5.5-E-2, front setback requirement, of the Vermontville Township Zoning Ordinance. If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request, you must do so by August 3,2005. Comments to be sent to Vermontville Township Government, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, Ml 49096. dated December 30, 2004 and recorded January 4, 2005 in Instrument No. 1139666 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of Eighty-Two Thousand Eight Hundred' Seventy-Seven Dollars and Fifty-Three Cents ($82,877.53) including interest 9.8% 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, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM. on Thursday, August 4, 2005. Said premises are situated in Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Lot 5 of Block 10 of Assessor's Plat No. 3 of the Village of Middleville according to the recorded plat thereof as recorded in Liber 3 of Plats, on page 11. Commonly known as 308 Grand Rapids Street, Middleville Ml 49333 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. Dated: JUNE 28, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems lnc.‘ solely as nominee for Crevecor Mortgage Inc. Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 05-35826 ASAP710428 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 06611462 Attention Kalamo Township Residents The tax collection date of Friday, August 5, 2005 Has been changed to Monday, August 8, 2005 Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Carla Rumsey Kalamo Township Treasurer NOTICE OPEN POSITION The Village of Nashville is looking for someone to serve as the Zoning Administrator for the village. The salary is $2,000 per year, and the hours are variable, as needed. The applicant should live within a reasonable distance of the village, have some knowledge of zoning issues, and work well with people-. Anyone wishing to apply can bring or send your resume and application to the Nashville Village Office which is located at 203 N. Main St, P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073 on or before 5:00 p.m. on August 5, 2005. Application shall become the property of the Village of Nashville and will be public information unless oth­ erwise requested. All resumes shall be held on file for one year and shall only be returned to the applicant at their request. The village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applica­ tions; The Village of Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 06612366 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Attention Kalamo Township Residents Applications for Deferment of Summer 2005 Taxes The Township of Kalamo is currently accepting applications for summer 2005 tax deferments. To qualify, a household income cannot exceed $25,000. The applicant must also be 62 years of age or older, paraplegic, quadriplegic, eligible service person, veteran, widow or widower, blind or totally and permanently disabled. Those that farm agricultural real property may also qualify. Requests for deferment applications can be made by mail or phone to the Kalamo Township Treasurer, 303 S. Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096, phone: 517-726-1381, or can be filled out at the Kalamo Township Hall on any of the summer tax col­ lection dates. Deferment applications must be filed by September 14, 2005. Summer Tax Collection Dates Kalamo Township Hall Office Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 20, 2005 August 5, 2005 August 19, 2005 September 2, 2005 September 14/2005 I will only accept payments by mail at my home, no in-person payments are accepted. If you would like a receipt returned to you, please include a SELF ADDRESSED STAMPED ENVELOPE! 06611444 Real Estate Help Wanted MUST SELL: Buyer default- FORKLIFT MECHANIC: ed, lovely country home. 3+ MANPOWER of Hastings is acres, 3/4 bedrooms, 2 currently accepting applibaths, 2-Three-Season porch- cants for a forklift mechanic es,, children's children's playhouse, playhouse, atat- in in the the Hastings Hastings area. area. QualiQualitached garage, deck, hard-fied candidate MUST have wood floors, custom oak at least 3 years experience kitchen, large foyer, field- repairing and maintaining stone fireplace, paved road, forklifts (certification is not city water, lots of storage, required). Must also possess priced to sell below apprais- extensive knowledge of the al at $143,000. Will consider electricall maintenance/ reall offers. Cash or mortgage. pair 'aspects of a forklift. Call (269)623-5345 or 877- Hours are M-F from 8am623-5345 to schedule ap- 5pm. Pay will be between pointment. $12.00-$18.00 based on expe­ rience. An updated resume VACANT LAND AVAILA­ is required for consideration. BLE in Vermontville. 8 par­ Contact MANPOWER today cel from 1.57 to 2.5 acres.. Pri­ for more information... vate road off Scipio Hwy. Set (269)948-3000 EOE. up with natural gas, under­ ground electrical and easy GENERAL LABOR/MAperk. Neighborhood associa- CHINE OPERATORS: tion. Call Trista at 980-5237 MANPOWER of Hastings is for info. RE/MAX Capital currently accepting applica­ tions for upcoming positions Help Wanted at FLEX FAB. Qualified canCAREGIVER WANTED didates MUST be available FOR FEMALE: If interested for ALL shifts, have previplease call (517)852-1718 af- ous industrial experience, be ter 4:30pm. drug free, have a stable/steady work history DRIVER: additional CDL-A and have a high school di­ drivers needed. Looking for ploma or GED. Positions are dependable customer service very physical/heavy work. oriented person with chauf­ Pay rates start @ $8 (will in­ feurs; CDL-B, or CDL-A li- crease to $8.50 after 90 days cense. Good working envi- of successful work history). ronment. (616)248-7729 Contact MANPOWER today MANPOWER OF HAST­ INGS is currently accepting applications for drivers who possess a Chauffeurs license. Position is full time long term with the possibility of hire. Must have experience for more more information... (269)948-3000 EOE, Wanted BUYING ELECTRIC GUI­ TARS: All kinds, all shapes. We Weeconpay S pda cash on the spot. d Hand Comers, driving and have a clean downtown Hastings. driving record. Hours will (269)945-5005 be 9am-6pm but may vary depending oh schedule. Pay CASH PAID FOR all your will start @ $9.00 per hour. used unwanted lawn tracAn updated resume is re- tors, go carts, snowmobiles, quired for consideration. minibikes and Please contact the MAN- motorcycles/cars and boats. POWER office today for Any condition accepted. more information... (269)948- Please call (616)299-9894. 3000 LEGAL HOTICE CORRECTED NOTICE Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORT­ GAGE -SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mort­ gage made by ERIC A RECK, A SINGLE MAN to AMERIFIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION , Mortgagee, dated February 26, 1999, and recorded on March 04, as Instrument No. 1999 1026045, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned by said mortgagee to WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F.A., on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of eighty four thousand one hundred three and 97/100 Dollars ($84,103.97), including interest at 7.500% 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 mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on August 18, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: EXHIBIT A PARCEL 1: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2 OF THE N 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, LYING WESTERLY OF THE CONSUMERS POWER COM­ PANY PARCEL, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 307 OF DEEDS PAGE 449 AS RECORDED IN BARRY COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS AND LYING EASTERLY OF THE CENTERLINE OF HIGHWAY (BROOKLODGE ROAD), RESERVING THE WESTERLY 33 FEET FOR ROAD HIGHWAY PURPOSES. PARCEL 2: ALSO THE N 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OFSECTION 27, T1N, R9W, EXCEPT A PARCEL SOLD TO CONSUMERS POWER COM­ PANY AND RECORDED IN LIBER 307 OF DEEDS ON PAGE 449 AND DESCRIBED AS A STRIP OF LAND 311 FT WIDE ACROSS THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 27, AND DESCRIBED AS FOL­ LOWS: TO FIND THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION COMMENCE AT THE SW CORNER OF SAID SECTION, RUN THENCE S 89 DEG 46’05" EAST ALONG THE S LINE OF SAID SECTION 871.05 FT TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION, THENCE CON­ TINUING SOUTH 89 DEG 46’05” E ALONG SAID S LINE OF SAID SECTION 317.64 FT, THENCE N 11 DEG 30’15” W 1345 FT TO THE S 1/8 LINE OF SAID SEC­ TION; THENCE N 89 DEG 46’32” W ALONG SAID S 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 317.63 FT, THENCE S 11 DEG 30’15” E 1345.01 FT TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. ALL IN SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, BARRY TOWN­ SHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHI­ GAN. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. DATED: July 19, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F.A. Assignee of Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) 540-7701 ASAP712065 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9 06612016 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, July 26, 2005 — Page 12 SALARY, continued from page 1 ages out to $318 apiece, numbers to 9.10%, 9.14%, that’s not all that much," 67.76%, and 38.96%, said Cooley. "But, the respectively. While Wiggins said he people filed a petition and that’s fine with me, but I has no evidence and does can’t see the reason for not believe there has been people to object to a $318 misuse or misappropriate of funds, he questions increase." Wiggins said he does some of the decisions not dispute Cooley’s fig­ being made by township ures and while he says he officials. "I learned at the last feels the compensation for trustees and the treasurer township meeting that the approved the are not out of line when board compared to other $1,745 in legal fees, that Michigan townships of seems a bit high for a similar size. However, he township that usually has noted that the board has legal fees as a $500 line voted increases for them­ item in their annual budg­ selves over the past two et," he said. Township trustee Dave years totaling 6.64% for supervisor, 6.71% for the DeMond said he also assessor, 47.1% for the questioned the board clerk, and 35.82% for the spending $1,745 on attor­ treasurer. The 2.3% ney fees if they were only increase pumps those seeking advice on ballot language. He also ques­ tioned the wisdom of his fellow board members spending a total of $1,780 ofthe taxpayer’s money to attend the recent Michigan Township “Most of the time I feel like a mushroom. I’m kept in the dark and fed a lot of horse manure. I think, and this is just my own opin­ ion, that we look very foolish and greedy. I’m here to give back to my community; I’m not here for the wages." — Trustee Dave DeMond Association convention in Detroit. "I wasn’t asked and I wouldn’t have gone if I had been asked," he said. "They came back and they were all glowing and said that they learned so much, but I can’t justify spend­ ing that much money for them to spend two days at the Marriott. I’m embar­ rassed. We’re a rural township, I think spending that much money on a convention is quite a reach. Castleton Township is traditionally a poor township with a State Equalized Value (SEV) of around $78 mil­ lion." DeMond and Wiggins questioned why the amount spent on chloride, which is used to keep down dust on unpaved roads, was cut in half. 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"I understand that it was board I asked, ‘what is my Mr. Cooley who decided job?’ and I was told, to spend $5,500 on chlo­ ‘don’t give away the ride for the roads this farm.’ Well, I think that’s year, as opposed to the what we’re doing. I think $11,000 that was spent we have overstepped what is decent and fair. But, "The only thing I’ve they can do what they got to say is that the want and keep on doing total of all six increases that until someone steps is only $1,900 and that up and says, ‘what’s going averages out to $318 on?’ But, when that hap­ apiece, that’s not all that pens they had better be much. But the people able to defend their posi­ filed a petition and that’s tion," he said. "Most of fine with me, but I can’t the time I feel like a mush­ see the reason for peo­ ple to object to a $318 room. I’m kept in the dark increase." and fed a lot of horse — Supervisor Jud manure. I think, and this is Cooley just my own opinion, that we look very foolish and last year," said Wiggins. greedy. I’m here to give "Early in the conversation back to my community; at the board meeting, ‘it I’m not here for the was said that the county wages. road commission had "I think (the board) has short changed the town­ gone to far and if no one ship on chloride, but then challenges the leadership, it came out that Jud had then everything will made the decision to remain status quo. I don’t spend half of what was think there have been any spent in the past. When questions asked that were you consider that you’re inappropriate and I think buying only half of what petitioning to have this you did in the past, then issue put on the ballot you factor in the probable sends a message to the price increases for spread­ board that the people are ing the chloride, you’re in favor of recalling our getting less than 50% of wages and I believe that what you had before. the voters have the right to "If the township is hav­ decide," said DeMond. ing budget problems, they The polls will be open shouldn’t spend their from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on money on salary increas­ Tuesday, Aug. 2. es," he added. DeMond agreed. VISA 219 S. State in Nashville 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com Barry-Eaton District Health Department 1033 Health Care Drive Charlotte, Ml 4'8813 Attn.: Personnel EOE � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-08-02.pdf 88808dcb48434277385ced64f4d8e98f PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad G hics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 31, August 2, 2005 Bring Two, Draw Two golf outing to help local community center It’s not too late to sign up will be paired with another for the first annual Maple team in a random draw on Valley Community Center of the day of the event. Hope (MVCCOH) Bring Registration begins at 8:30 Two, Draw Two 4-person a.m. and there will be shot­ scramble golf outing slated gun start at 9 a.m. for Saturday, Aug. 6, at The entry fee covers 18 Mulberry Fore Golf Course, holes of golf, a cart and an 955 N. Main (M-66) all-you-can eat luncheon. Nashville. There will be prizes awarded Teams can sign up for the for both men and women for event at the Mulberry Fore the longest drive, closest to clubhouse or by calling Jerry the hole and longest putt. Reese at (517) 852-5066 all There also will be a raffle for the way up to the day of the prizes donated by local busi­ event. nesses and merchants. All The cost is $50 per person proceeds from the charity for a two-person team, which event will directly benefit the community center and its programs and allow it to stay in its current location at 233 N. Main St., Nashville. According to a press release prepared by the board of directors, “The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope officially opened in our present location in October of last year after much remodeling. The sup­ port of the community was outstanding. We have spent much ofthe year planting the See GOLF, page 5 Nashville woman walks 3 days in breast cancer fund-raiser Walk some more, walk some more, We can be the answer! Walk some more, walk some. We can beat breast can­ cer! Christina Bush, a Nashville resident and a breast cancer survivor, was the captain of "Team Big Feat," a group of four state employees who participated in the 2005 Michigan Breast Cancer 3-Day July 15-17 in suburban Detroit to raise funds for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The goal of the Komen Foundation is to eradicate breast cancer as a life threat­ ening disease. One of the extra-curricular activities, for those who had the energy left, on the first night of the walk, was karaoke. Bush said she changed the lyrics to "Summer Nights" from the hit musical "Grease" to better fit the event, but decided after singing the song that she had better keep her day job. 3-Day walkin', did it last year. Signed up to do it again, I’m showing nofear. I've got spirit, the spirit of Some of the organizers for the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope Bring Two, Draw Two golf outing are Pastor Dianne Bowden (front), Don Wiggins, Carol Garlinger and Jerry Reese (back row). Nashville woman concerned about Queen Street dangers by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer There’s a fist-sized hole in the vinyl siding near the front window of Dianna Baker’s home on Queen Street in Nashville. She said it was caused by a rock thrown by a car when a driv­ er came careening around the comer near the lumberyard at a high rate of speed. "I’m just glad no one was sitting in the chair when he came around the comer like that; they really could have been hurt bad," said Baker, Nashville resident Christina Rose Bush and team- indicating the canvas direc­ mate Linda Dykema participate in the 2005 Michigan tor’s chair just below the hole in her siding. "I’ve lived Breast Cancer 3-Day. on Queen Street for seven Bush, who participated in years and this has always 3, Got some good friends the 2004 Michigan 3-Day, been a problem. I bought this was joined this year by house because I thought this walkin’ with me! 3-Day Team, we are friends Linda Dykema, Amy would be a quiet street. Was I mistaken! I have cars and supreme, and we, we will trucks speeding through here walk on. See CANCER, page 9 all day and all night. Voters to decide bond, millage and pay raises The polls will be open until 8 p.m. as voters throughout the county take to the polls to determine the fate of two millage propos­ als, one for the Thomapple Manor Medical Care Facility and the other for Barry County Transit. Closer to home, Castleton Township voters will decide a referendum on pay raises township board members and officials approved for themselves in April. The first millage proposal is for Thomapple Manor which is asking for a .21 mill increase for the first year, then an average of .69 mill over the next 19 years for the expansion, remodeling and updating of the medical care facility, which currently operates on a .8116 mill levy. If approved, the new levy will replace the current .one. The remodeling and expansion of Thomapple Manor would include the addition of a rehabilitation wing, and while maintaining the number of beds at 138, would eliminate four-bed wards and replace them with private and semi-private rooms. The 10-year, .25 mill pro- posal for Barry County Transit would raise about $400,000 each year to help pay for public transportation services for senior citizens, handicapped, those who can­ not drive, and any other citi­ zens who may need a ride. In Castleton Township ■voters will decide whether or not board members and offi­ cials will keep the 2.3% See VOTE, page 3 "Maybe it’s because it’s the end of a street at the edge of town they think they can get away with it; I don’t know," she added. "It’s not just kids doing it; it’s men and women too." Baker said she is appalled that people who should know better are putting themselves, their children, the neighbor­ hood children and anyone else who happens to be on or near the street at risk with their careless driving. She told about seeing a man floor his truck, fishtailing down a half of a block of Queen Street, only to pull into a driveway. "When he stopped, I went over to talk to him about the way he was driving and there was a little boy not more than 2 years old in the truck with him and he wasn’t even wearing a seat belt," she said shaking her head. "I read him the riot act and he was very apologetic and said he wouldn’t do it again, but still there are so many out there who just don’t seem to care." Indeed, other drivers Baker has confronted have yelled at her, cursed at her and made obscene gestures. "I don’t care," said Baker. "My grandchildren come to visit a lot, but I won’t even let them ride their bicycles on the sidewalk unless I am out there with them. And there are a lot of other chil­ dren in this area and handi­ capped people who walk or ride their bicycles, I want people to realize how dan­ gerous this is and slow down before someone gets hurt or killed." Baker is not the only one who has expressed concern over the way people drive See QUEEN, page 3 In This Issue.. • Bellevue Community Theater announces dates for auditions • Nashville Village Council creates new committee • Nashville woman, man arrested for having meth lab • Top Lightweight learns his trade in Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA One of the most difficult of human 501 North Main, Nashville who have hurt us. Our hurt feelings challenges can be forgiving those usually incline us more toward 852-1985 revenge than forgiveness. 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Worship ....................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................... 7 9:45 a.m. 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship................... 11 a.m. 6 p.m. E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Church Service...................... 9 a.m. Sunday School............... 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) § g | | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAM0 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service............9 :30 a.m. Sunday School.............. 1 0:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 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 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service................................... 7 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 Servic e............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. 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: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam 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 ............... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ........... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. . Nancy Fancher, Pastor . Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 203 N. State, Nashville VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 11:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 3 QUEEN, continued from page 1 Dianna Baker points to the hole in her vinyl siding caused by a stone that was thrown up when someone sped around the corner of Queen Street near her home. around the comer at the end of Queen Street. "I have a neighbor who has lived here for 28 years and has complained to the Village Council several times, but nothing was ever done," said Baker, noting that she isn’t going to give up until something is done to make the comer safer. She herself has gone before the council at least twice this year to ask if a lower speed limit could be posted or another sign to warn people to slow down. “I asked that they post a sign for 15 miles per hour, but they said they couldn’t do that because it would mean changing the ordi­ nance, which sets the speed limit for all residential streets in the village at 25 miles per hour," she added. "If that’s what it takes, then I think the ordinance should be changed at least for this area of Queen Street." While the council said it could not post a reduced speed limit near the comer, they said it would be possi­ ble for the Department of Public Works to post a "Slow Children Playing" sign near the comer, in hopes that it would warn drivers to use caution when driving in the area. A lot of people come around the comer too fast and loose control and start to swerve when they hit the loose gravel and stone where the pavement is all broken up. I’ve asked the council about that too but they said they didn’t have the funds to repair secondary streets," she added. "All I know is that something needs to be done before someone gets hurt." Nashville police officer Jerry Schray, who is organiz­ ing Nashville’s ’s new Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram, was at the council meeting the last time Baker was there. Schray said he has also received similar com­ plaints from residents on Reed and Sherman streets, but promised to put a memo on the board at the police sta­ tion to let the officers know they should step up patrols in that area as a possible deter­ rent. Schray added that resi­ dents like Baker who are concerned about reckless drivers in their neighborhood should not try to intervene themselves but should rather train themselves to take down detailed information which they can turn over to the police department. "Instead ofjust saying that cars are speeding all the time, they should note the date, time, color, make and VOTE, continued from page license number and a description of the driver, if f possible," he said. "Then, if we happen over someone for another violation, and their vehicle fits the description we can warn them that we’ve had reports of a vehicle sim­ ilar to theirs being driven recklessly in town and they need to start driving more carefully." Schray said the more peo­ ple get involved in the Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram and start documenting and reporting these types of violations, the sooner the police department will be able to crack down on offenders. "If we start to see pattern, we can step up patrols in a certain area and at certain times and hopefully catch some of these offenders," he said. "And sometimes, just getting the word out that people are watching can be a deterrent." Baker, who now keeps a note pad and pencil handy at all times to take down information about the vehicles she sees careening around the comer and swerving down the road at all hours of the day and night, said that on a recent Sunday evening she took down the descrip­ tion of no less than six vehi­ cles. "I’m not going to stop until something is done." Nashville plan panel to have vision session Wilson. Voters will be able to determine the fate of the salary increase for each offi­ cial and board member individually. A "yes vote will Residents of the Village of allow the official or board member to keep his or her Nashville are invited, to the Planning annng increase, a "no" vote will roll attend Visioning back their pay to the same Commission Session Workshop, which level as last year. will start at 7 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, Aug. 2, in the vil­ lage hall located at 203 N. Main St. Planning Commission Chairman Ron Bracey said xTx the commission is hoping to The Place to Gofor Professional Styling get feedback from the com­ MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN munity. HAIR STYLING There will be a report and discussion on what the com­ Open Tuesday - Friday mission has accomplished so S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. far, and the results ofthe sur­ 1-517-852-9481 vey which it recently con­ 106605469 ducted. annual salary increases they approved for themselves in the spring. The salaries, as approved in the spring, are as follows: $12,645 for treasur­ er Loretta Pixley, $6,490 for supervisor Justin Cooley, $15,280 for assessor Justin Cooley, $3,450 for both trustees, Jerry Reese and David DeMond, and $15,351.99 for clerk Loma ‘The Convincer’ encourages use of sealt belts in vehicles The gears clicked as "The Convincer" moved slowly backward and upward, with Eaton County Commissioner Jeanne Pearl-Wright strapped to it. It reached the top and then let go, picking up speed before it came to an abrupt stop at the bottom of its track, jar­ ring Pearl-Wright and triggering a miniature airbag in front of her. The commissioner had just been "convinced" of the importance of wearing a seat belt, even in a 5mph simulated crash. Also being convinced: Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines and hundreds ofEaton County fairgoers. Eaton County’s 4-H Seat Belt Safety Team and the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department took The Convincer to the Eaton County Fair in mid­ July as part of a program to increase seat belt use, especially among youth. In late June, several mem­ bers of the 4-H team also took their message to a group of agriscience teachers during their annual conference, having them perform skits, using eggs to demonstrate impact and participate in a seat belt "relay race" that had the teachers dashing around trucks and laugh­ ing as they tried to fasten seat belts as fast as possi­ ble. "Eaton County is work­ ing with three other coun­ ties to create seat belt safety materials and activ­ ities that other counties will be able to use to launch their own seat belt programs, said Becky Henne, 4-H youth devel­ opment educator with Eaton County Michigan State University Extension and leader of the seat belt safety team. "Young people don’t always use their seat belts, especially teen-age boys, a Cooperative Extension spokesperson said. “We’re hoping this pro­ gram encourages them to buckle up every time they get in a car." Seat belt safety is just one of several safety and health programs youth may participate in through 4-H. Other programs emphasize exercise, nutri­ tion, tobacco use preven­ tion, sun safety and stress management. To find out more about 4-H health visit Bellevue High School audi­ programs, torium. The children’s http://webl .msue.msu.edu "munchkin" chorus will /cyf/youth/health.html on only rehearse one or two or the Web. To learn more those nights each week. about Eaton County’s Directing the production seatbelt safety program, is Bill St. Andrew of call the Eaton County Charlotte, with music direc­ MSU Extension office at tion by Alan Stulberg of (517) 543-2310. Battle Creek. For more information or to make alternate audition arrangements, please call Bill St. Andrew at (517) 541-8259, or e-mail Bellevue Theater at bellevuetheater@yahoo.com. Performances are sched­ uled for Oct. 14-16 and Oct. 21-23 in the Bellevue High School auditorium. Please visit the website at www. geocities .com/bellevuetheater for more infor­ mation about this show and other Bellevue Theater events. Bellevue Community Theater announces dates for auditions Bellevue Community Theater has announced audition dates for its upcoming musical The Wizard of Oz. Adults are invited to audition at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7, in the Bellevue High School auditorium. Children (ages 7 and up) are invited to audition at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, also in the Bellevue High School auditorium. Bellevue High School is located at 576 Love Highway. Please use the stage-door entrance at the rear of the building for the auditions. Those auditioning will be expected to sing and read from the script that will be provided. Rehearsals will begin the week of Aug. 14 and will typically be held Sunday through Thursday, from 7 to 10 p.m. in the We have “No Problem | saving you money STAN hen you insure both your car arid home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, KELLY we'll save you money! Stop in, or call us today for a “No Problem” insurance check-up. cDiana’s cP#ace vluto-Owncrs Insurance Lite Home Car Business ThtNofM&mfa/A' DEBBIE TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 4 Methodist VBS slated this week Judith A. Jarman NASHVILLE Mrs. Judith A. Jarman, age 56, of Nashville passed away peacefully on Friday July 29, 2005 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. Judith was bom in Bellevue on July 13, 1949, the daughter of William and Coral (Bailey) Wakefield. She was raised in the Bellevue area and attended area schools there graduating from Bellevue High School in 1967 She was the husband of Dick Jarman. The couple were married on February 14, 1970 in Bellevue. Judith and Dick lived together in the Nashville area. Judith loved cows; she especially enjoyed decorat­ ing the couples home with cow memorabilia. Judith is survived by her beloved husband Dick, her mother Coral (Bailey) Wakefield; her sisters, Carol Slocum, Janet Abbott, Connie Underwood, Leslea Boyd. She was preceded in death by her father William Wakefield. A Memorial Service will be held at the Maple Grove Township Hall at 2pm on Saturday, August 6th, with Pastor Dianne Bowden offi­ ciating. A private family burial has taken place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to The family of Judith Jarman. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Farm Bureau Quick Facts Dry. Beans Michigan is internation­ ally’ known as an excellent supplier ofhigh quality dry beans. Michigan’s climate with rich, well-drained loamy soil, moderate daytime temperatures and cool evenings are suited for bean cultivation. More than half of Michigan beans are exported throughout the world. Whether you are using dry-packaged or canned beans, the following tips will ensure the best tasting beans: • Before cooking, soak dry-packaged beans to help soften and return moisture to the beans and reduce cooking time. Most beans will rehydrate to triple their dry size, so be sure to start with a large enough pot. Hot soaking helps dissolve some of the gas-causing substances, making the beans easier to digest. For each pound of beans, add 10 cups hot water and set aside for one to four hours. • Drain soaking water and rinse beans- before cooking. Cook in fresh water. In general, beans take 30 minutes to two hours to cook depending on variety. • When cooling, keep beans in cooking liquid to prevent them from drying out. • Canned beans are a great convenience since they are prespaked and precooked. Always drain and thoroughly rinse canned beans before adding them to a recipe. National and international expert bodies, including Cornwell’s Turkeyville the National Research Council, the World Health U.S.A, Organization, the World Cancer Relief Fund, the National Heart, Lung and For some old-fashioned Blood Institute and the country fun, attend the fol­ U.S. Surgeon General have lowing events in August! reviewed scientific evi­ This month is filled with dence and concluded that excitement, especially with eating beans can be an the start of our next Dinner importantly ally in main-Theatre Show! “Singin’ in taining health and may the Rain" opens up on reduce the risk ofheart dis- August 4 and runs through ease and certain cancers. the end of October! This is a Other studies suggest classic musical where it will on stage! the beans are useful in manag- rain ing diabetes, may cut risk, Performances take place Saturday for high blood pressure and Tuesday thru may help in losing weight. Matinees - 12:00 dinner and 2:00 show and Wednesday thru Saturday Evenings 6:00 dinner and 8:00 show. • 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 B (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • N'ashville 06605509 _______________________ It’s not too late for youngsters in grades 2-6 to join in the fun at "Circle G Ranch" Vacation Bible School, which is being held from 9 a.m. to noon at Nashville United Methodist Church through Friday. At Circle G Ranch, "Where God is in the cen­ ter and the love never ends," the children are invited to, "come, seek, knock and draw close to God each day," as they participate in a variety of activities including crafts, music, visits with farm animals, a picnic at a ranch (weather permitting) and more. For more information, call (517) 852-2043. Scott A. Daniels & FamilY Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. will show you a good time in August and make your reservations now! Then on August 6 and 7 there will be an Antique and Flea Market. Have some old time country fun as you look f great deals and while you for enjoy a delicious turkey sandwich! Then on the 13 th of August, for one day- only, we have our next Arts and Crafts Fair. There will be over 50 vendors with unique crafts outside. We are also giving out ribbons for the best booths! Finally on August 20 there will be our last Community Yard Sale of the Year! Anyone can bring anything they want to sell at the Community Yard Sale. Anyone can bring anything they want to sell at the Community Yard Sale. You’re bound to find some­ thing you like. Remember that on the 13th and 27th the Michigan Railroad will be running their trains! Lots ofgood deals and good fun in the month of August! To top offthe month of August visit Cornwell’s regularly and enjoy an oldfashioned country dinner! Looking forward to seeing you soon! Pastor Dianne Bowden and Barb Clark ham it up with one of this year's mascots for Nashville United Methodict Church's vacation Bible School program. From Our Renders Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Center of Hope helps community To the editor: I’m writing in response to the letter written last week by Steve Toman. I’m doing volunteer work at the community center in Nashville. See first hand what is being accomplished here. We have needed this cen­ ter for a long time, regardless what Mr. Toman thinks. This center has and will have a lot to offer in the future. The people who are using the food bank are our neigh- bors, and they are thankful it’s here. I challenge Mr. Toman to come to the center and vol­ unteer. This way he can see for himself what’s going on. Then perhaps if he writes another letter he can get his facts straight! The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope is here for everybody. Stop in and say Hi! Cindy Sears, Nashville ^niiunn^^g, - s. You are invited to attend Honey Tree Contemporary Worship at the Kalamo United Methodist Church 1475 S. Ionia Road, Vermontville, 11 o’clock Sundays Designed to communicate the Gospeil through music, drama, video & other means. • MEETING NOTICE • Maple Valley Athletic Boosters Wednesday, August 3*7 PM Maple Valley High School We will be planning and preparing for the upcoming year. Any suggestions and/or ideas are welcome. We are also going to be electing new officers at this meeting so please come, show your support and be part of a great tradition of supporting young �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 2, 2005 — Page 5 SOCIAL NEWS Hosmers to observe golden wedding anniversary Robert and Alyce (Johnson) Hosmer will observe 50 years of marriage on August 7, 2005. They have four children, Teresa Timmer, Rob, Bill and Jeff Hosmer; 10 grandchildren; three stepchildren; four foster children; two step-great-grandchildren and a third one on the way. They have housed 18 Foreign Exchange students and they will have their 19th one this year. They’re planning a trip to Germany. G seeds of programs and watching them begin to grow. “We have also learned that because of previous attempts by other groups to start things in Nashville, we had to earn the trust of the community. They need­ ed to know that we weren’t just going to come in and start something and then leave. That trust is a fragile commodity and cannot be purchased, it must be earned. “Your support of this golf outing will allow us to continue our efforts to determine and meet the needs of the people of the Maple Valley area by serv­ ing as a resource agency working to coordinate the programs and opportunities that are available in larger areas. They are just not close enough to be of assis­ tance to our neighbors in many instances. If you you have have additional additional “If questions, please feel free to contact the enter and we will work to share our vision.” Some of the services and programs provided by MVCCOH, working in partnership with a variety of other groups and organi­ zations throughout the county and state, include the Maple Valley Community Fresh Food Initiative, the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf, Employment Readiness program, mentoring indi- This photo shows the thriving community garden which Dianne Bowden, the direc­ tor of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, told the Nashville Village Council about during their regular meeting last week. viduals, working with area schools, providing a place for community service work through the Barry County Drug Court, serv­ ing as a coordinating agency for GM workers in the community service pro­ gram, the Jimmy Carter Work Project 2005-Habitat for Humanity, Nashville’s Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram and Better Kids workshops. Future plans include financial management, adult literacy, anger man­ agement, parent and family education, arts and cultural events, computer media training and production, a newsletter and support, marketing and training for area arts and crafts people. Organizers are still look­ ing for businesses, groups or individuals to donate items for golf and raffle prizes and to sponsor holes. “We haven’t contacted all of the businesses yet, but we’ve had a really good response so far,” said organizer Russ Keech. A signed print by local artist Sue Trowbridge, ice cream sundaes, road atlases, A $10 gift certifi­ cate from Hometown Lumber, a $25 gift certifi­ cate from Hamilton Black Dirt, two car vacuums and ■r 1 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Extension Office will be closed during lunch, please call ahead. Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Aug. 3 Expo Center. Aug. 4 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Aug. 6 Open Pleasure Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Center. 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Check us out on the web at www.stepntimedancestudio.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 2, 2005 — Page 6 Nashville Village Council creates new committee by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer With two council mem­ bers absent and one vacant seat, the Nashville Village Council took no action dur­ ing last week’s regular meet­ ing, but discussed and estab­ lished a new committee, based on Michigan Municipal League (MML) guidelines dealing with health, safety and loss pre­ vention. Village President Frank Dunham presented those council members who were present with results and rec­ ommendations from the MML’s recent evaluation of operations in the village. Dunham said that the MML suggested that: 1) the village improve its docu­ mentation regarding training, procedures, etc. for the Department of Public Works (DPW), police department and office and conduct a reg­ ular loss control survey, 2) form a motor vehicle acci­ dent review board, which would review accidents and look for trends or anything that may prevent future acci­ dents, 3) conduct a regular self-inspection of all village facilities on a quarterly basis, 4) establish survey guide­ lines for department heads, 5) the installation of fire detection devices in facilities which house most of the vil­ lage assets such as the vil­ lage hall and the DPW garage, 6) familiarize them­ selves with MIOSHA proce­ dures. The council members present, Ron Bracey, Mike Kenyon and James Dunham, all said they thought it would be a good idea to implement the MML’s loss prevention, health and safety program and set the first meeting for the new committee com­ prised of council members, department heads and Clerk Cathy Lentz for 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, in the vil­ lage hall. During the public com­ ments portion of the meeting the council heard from Virginia Tobias, who approached the council last month about the flooding problem at her house at 210 S. State St., which she and her husband attribute in part to the paving of the alley behind their home. Dunham replied that the Darrell Clements Jr., the head of the Department of Public Works, had met with engineers and discussed the problem and had indicated to him that something could be done with the storm drains in that area that would help alleviate the problem. Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and executive direc­ tor of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), also addressed the council. She told the council members that the community center had received a grant from the United Way for an "extreme make-over" at Putnam Park. The money for the grant would be used to replace the slide and what was left over would be used for other ren­ ovations. At least twelve volunteers, six in the morning and six in the afternoon, from various United Way programs would provide the labor Thursday, Sept. 15. Bowden also updated the council on the community There’s never been a better TIME to vet an ASK US ABOUT ROTO BRUSH DUCT CLEANING ARMSTRONG AIRCONDITIONER FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Free Estimates 06612692 Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Strength you can rely on JL Strength you can roly on Armstrong Nashville (517) 852-9565 garden, which she said is producing a bumper crop of fresh vegetables such as tomatoes and squash, for dis­ tribution through the Nashville Community Pantry Shelf, one of the many services of the MVCCOH. "Every time I turn around another door is opening. We have been very blessed," she said. Bowden also reported that the community center is now open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, said that people are starting to stop in a suggest different programs and activ- The Nashville Neighborhood Watch volun­ teers earlier this- month decided to help resurrect the "The Great Way to Start the Day" program, a before school program designed to provide a safe, warm and stimulating environment for elementary-aged children. The program was launched because parents and residents said they were concerned about small chil­ dren they often saw walking the streets in the early morn­ ings of school days. The program was founded at Kellogg School in Nashville two years ago by the Nashville United Methodist Church with help from a grant from the United Methodist’s Bishop’s Fund for Children in Poverty, and served 40 to 70 children each morning. The program was halted last year, however, when not enough volunteers could be found to continue the pro­ gram. The Neighborhood Watch volunteers said they wanted to restart and volunteer then­ time for the program because it gives children a safe place to go before school instead of standing alone outside the schools or at a bus stop I the cold and dark. Many Neighborhood Wed.- Thur.- Frl. 4:00 to 6:00 pm Sat. & Sun. 12:00 to 4:00 pm 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences from 1016 s.f. to 1690 s.f. starting at $128,900.00 For information on availability, sales and viewing contact Michael Nosko at 616-676-9961 or e-mail at michaelnoskoinc@aol.com New Residences or view us on the web at www.crabapplecove.us Located at the Corner of Bowes Rd. and Valley Vista Dr. in Lowell 06612905 Frank Dunham agreed, "It used to be there’d be 10 or 11 kids on a team and a busi­ ness would sponsor a team. They’d buy their team base­ ball caps or a T-shirt that’s all, no fancy uniforms. All the kids needed was their own glove." Bowden said she liked the idea and was sure she would be able to find funding to buy bats and balls to start the program next year. Anyone interested in vol­ unteering as a coach or spon­ soring a team can call the community center (517) 852­ 0664. Neighborhood Watch to help ‘Great Way to Start the Day’ Model Open A Quiet Community of 18 ities they would like to see the community center offer. Trustee James Dunham said that he would like to see community softball and baseball leagues and tourna­ ments established once again. "I remember how impor­ tant sports used to be for me when I was growing up and I think they had a large part in making me who I am today. I think it’s sad that we don’t have the local teams like we used to have before because a lot of parents can’t afford the traveling teams that kids are involved in now." Watch volunteers said they would be willing to be at Kellogg School from approximately 7to 8 a.m. Monday through Friday when school is in session to walk with the children, help them catch their buses and distribute the protein snacks such as cheese and crackers, pigs in blanket and string cheese. Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes said he was willing to volunteer 30 min­ utes a day, three days a week. Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of the MVCCOH said the Great Way to Start the Day program needs a minimum of six volunteers every morning. Anyone interested in volunteering for the program or joining the Neighborhood Watch should call the community center (517) 852-0664. Neighborhood Watch vol­ unteers also are looking for adults to keep watch in front of Kellogg School in the afternoon from 2 to 3 p.m. on school days when children are getting offbuses or trans­ ferring from one bus to another. Nashville police officer Jerry Schray who is organiz­ ing the Nashville Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram told the group that Liz Lenz, from Barry County Substance Abuse and deputies from the Barry County Sheriffs Department would give a presentation on methamphetamine aware­ ness at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20, at Mulberry Gardens. "We want people to know what meth looks like, smells like and what to look for," said Schray. "People are still cooking meth around the county, but the more semi­ nars we have, the more peo­ ple will be aware ofwhat this drug is and how dangerous it is. We don’t want people to intervene, we just want them to learn how to be our eyes and ears so they can report this stuff to us (law enforce­ ment officers) and we can take care of it." Barnes reiterated that when people call in tips to the Nashville police depart­ ment they should do it by calling 911 rather than leav­ ing a message on the answer­ ing machine at the police sta­ tion. He said it is important to do so because it allows for a quicker response and cen­ tral dispatch knows that an officer has been sent to investigate. The group also discussed creating a form which elder­ ly residents or shut-ins can fill out and turn in at the vil­ lage office, requesting Neighborhood Watch volun­ teers to watch their home or check in on them on a regu­ lar basis. The next Neighborhood Watch meeting has been set for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, at the MVCCOH, located at 233 Main St. in Nashville. TfutikAfwf ~ PontWrit 8 Schedule Your Bach-to-School HairAppointments Today! 517-852-1757 siyijs-r-is 226 N. Main Street, Nashville �N I $5" 5w bM >5 SX R>X S N S X S, %S SuX? u '*■ •• * life The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 7 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library: The second program of this year’s summer read­ ing program was enjoyed last week by dozens of kids and their parents. The children were divided into teams and had to cooperate with each other to construct a castle. These castles will now be painted a uniform gray. Then the castles go on to be judged by King Kelsey at the Medieval Fair scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 9. “We will be transform­ ing the Vermontville Park into a medieval gathering place where fun, food and entertainment can be enjoyed,” said Library Director Katie Sharpe. “There are over 90 chil- dren registered for our summer programs so it should be quite festive.” Children of all ages are enjoying the castle that is in the junior section of the library. Assistant Director Carla Rumsey made the castle at the library, using donated materials and a great deal of imagination. Next week the children will use donated fabric to make costumes to wear to the fair. All programs start at 2 p.m. Young children must be accompanied by an adult. Support from the Vermontville Women’s Club and the Maple Syrup Association made it possi­ ble to provide the drinks and snacks served at the library programs. The Vermontville Library has earned the QSAC certificate for essential services from the Library of Michigan. QSAC stands for Quality Services Advisory Committee. Two years in the making, QSAC repre­ sents the work of more than 100 library directors, trustees and the staff members that together produced a survey to measure the level of serv­ ices provided by libraries in Michigan. Vermontville Library was the first Class 1 library in the state to achieve the certificate. Judy Rogers, Joe Batdorff and Rachel Batdorff. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. * '1 K5s Ei^ OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP t6Th^u f c ^bu . 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Application should be made to the Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 12-- 2005 06613142 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 8 Putnam, Vermontville Township libraries earn ‘essential’ awards Putnam District Library in Nashville and the Vermontville Township Library in Vermontville have been granted "essen­ tial" certification by the Library of Michigan. They join the ranks of the more than 10% of state’s 382 public libraries that have earn the certifi­ cation. Essential certifica­ tion is the first level ofthe Library’s Quality Services Audit Checklist (QSAC), which was introduced last summer as a way for the state’s public libraries to evaluate their current level of service and aspire to even higher levels. The underlying goal of the program is to provide a shared vision for library service and to give libraries a framework by which to display achieve­ ments and educate the public about the value and opportunities that libraries bring , to their communi­ ties. Last week, acting State Librarian Nancy Robertson announced that, just one year later, more than 40 of the state’s public libraries have done the heavy lifting and implementing of changes that have earned them QSAC "essential" certification. Robertson said "essential" is the first Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 Rates are moving down , You’re moving in! Great Rates for Refinance or New Purchase •FREE 30 day lock on rates! Mortgage Type: 30 Year Fixed....... 20 Year Fixed....... 15 Year Fixed....... 7 Year Balloon..... 5 Year Balloon..... 1 Year ARM.......... 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"By offering these different quality benchmarks, the Library of Michigan hopes to make it easier for libraries of all types and sizes to achieve the best in cus­ tomer service. After insur­ ing that core services are being provided, libraries can then focus their energy on the ‘enhanced’ and ‘excellent’ measures that really define a quality library." Robertson said though the QSAC measures were introduced last year, the planning and collaboration that went into the prpcess began in February 2002 when a committee of 22 librarians and trustees (Representing every area of the state and every size oflibrary) was created. By researching other states’ quality measures, theoreti­ cal articles on quality measures, and brand-new ideas for improving cos­ tumer service, the QSAC framework began to take shape. In 2003, the final measures were field-tested by 30 libraries statewide. Library of Michigan Quality Services Audit Checklist certifications are valid for a period of five years, after which time libraries must apply for recertification. Vermontville Township Library Director Katie Sharpe said she is "very pleased" that Vermontville Township Library received "essen­ tial" certification. "Even the director of the (QASC) program said she thought it would be hard for a class 1 library to achieve certification, so I was very pleased to learn that ours was the first class 1 library to be certi­ fied," she said. "Ever since I became the direc­ tor ten years ago, it has been my goal to provide quality service, so it’s very nice to have this certificate that validates our efforts. Putnam District Library was the seventh Class 2 library, out of 76 in the state to earn the essential certification. "This is just the first level established for the QSAC, it means that we offer things like a book mobile, summer reading programs and serve the community," said Putnam Head Librarian Brenda Shoop. "We may never get to the next level of certification because we are in a historic building and there are things we cannot change; so we’re just happy to get the essential certification." The library of Michigan is part of the Department Nashville woman, man arrested for having meth lab Library, of History, Arts and Carnegie Libraries (HAL). Clinton-Macomb Public Brandon Dedicated to enriching the Library, quality of life life. for Township Public Library Canton Michigan residents and (Ortonville), strengthening the econo­ Public Library, Hart Area my by providing access to Public Library, Roseville information, preserving Public Library, Jackson and promoting District Library, Ypsilanti Michigan’s heritage and District Library, Spies Library fostering cultural creativi­ Public ty, the department also (Menominee), Devereaux Crawford includes the Michigan Memorial Library Historical Center, the County Romeo Mackinaw Island State (Grayling), Park Commission, the District Library, McBain Library, Michigan Council for Arts Community and Cultural Affairs and Milford Public Library, Community the Michigan Film Office. Hillsdale For more information visit Library, Howe Memorial Library (Breckenridge), www.michigan.gov/hal. Besides Putnam and St4reling Heights Public Vermontville, the follow- Library, Delta Township ing libraries have District Library, Hesperia achieved the QSAC Community Library, "essential" certification: Bridgeport Public Library, Genesee District Library Northville District (Flint), Orion Township Library, Berrien Springs District Library (lake Community Library, Orion), Public Libraries of Homer Public Library, Saginaw, Sanilac District Delton District Library, Library (Port Sanilac), Oscoda County Library Hamburg Township (Mio), Dexter District Library, Salem-South Library, East Lansing Lyon District Library, Public Library, Brighton Rauchholz Memorial District Library, Three Library (Hemlock), Rivers Public Library, Rawson Memorial Auburn Hills Public Library (Cass City), West Library, Crystal Falls Bloomfield Township District Community Public Library, Plymouth Library and Tecumseh District Library, Ironwood District Library. 13476324 An active methampheta­ mine lab was found on Thornapple Lake Road near M-66 Highway Wednesday, July 20. Troopers from Michigan State Police, Hastings The Sunfield Farmers post, served a search war­ Picnic Committee is look­ rant on the property and ing for volunteers for the arrested a 3 3-year-old festivities Friday and female and a 31-year-old Saturday, Aug. 19 and 20. male, both residents of Help is needed for the Nashville. Their names were not family yg. games. People p are being asked to cut water-release due to an ongoing melon for the eating con­ investigation. test, pass out prizes and a few other tasks. “There is always some­ Featuring a complete menu thing you could do to help 5 nights a week. us out,” said organizer Jami Oesch. Phone her at Open Monday - Friday 517-566-2029 or e-mail at 3:30pm to 9:30pm jamioesch@yahoo.com. “Running around the park on a scavenger hunt, watermelon eating contest, bale tossing, sack races — how fun to watch your kids participate in these games every year at the Farmers Picnic,” Oesch added. “Like many other events, this one takes a lot of manpower and plenty of Featuring over 40 items with volunteers. Even if you "made to order" Omlets. don’t actually want to par­ ticipate in the games, we 955 IL Man IM-99)* could really use .some 517-852-9105 extra help.” Farmers Picnic needs volunteers Mulberry Restaurant Join us for our Grand Opening Week (ill 269-995- 9559 aaytiae hr Mtflt Valley Mens Htthi-tisi Starting August 7th, Sunday Brunch 10 am - 2 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 9 CANCER, continued from page 1 Perbeck and Deb Mackenzie-Taylor to form "Team Big Feat." To participate in the event each walker needed to raise a minimum of $2,100. In order to do this, the team brainstormed on ways to raise the funds: collecting pop bottles, holding Mary Kay sales, Tupperware sales, Beaner’s merchandise sales, collection canisters in coffee and bread shops, and styling salons, holding garage sales, bake sales, and soliciting donations. I logged on, set up my HQ, Went out shopping to get the right shoes, Met my coach, her name is Pam: She says, "FOCUS!” We say, "Yes, ma’am!” ”3-Day train in the sun or the rain!” And we, we will walk on. Along with the fund-rais­ ing, training was very impor­ tant. Team Big Feat had to The 2005 Maple Valley Lions’ 10-and-under baseball team. Team members are, front from left Cody Wilmath, Bo Johnson, Cody Sivyer, Devan Greenfield, Dylan Kennedy, back, coach T.R. Myers, Austin Gonser, Tyler Hickey, Tommy Mudge, Tanner Myers, Garrett Miller, Kyle Brumm, and coach Adam Brumm. Lion team finishes 2nd in league, then heads to district BIH, IM Maple Valley’s 10-andunder travel baseball team wrapped up its season on July 7 in Marshall at the dis­ trict playoffs. The team lost its first game to the Oakland Heights Whitecaps, the winners of the Marshall bracket. In their second game the Lions got a forfeit, which sent them into round two of the playoffs. The young Lions played the Branch County Hurricanes. In the end the Lions came up short and were knocked out fTIME FOR A JOHN DEERE I TEST DRIVE John Deere NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE" DRIVE THE GREEN WITH ZERO INTEREST FOR TWO FULL YEARS.1 STARTING AT‘139 A MONTH* •200 OFF TWO OR MORE IMPLEMENTS' ON SELECrcOMPACTUTtllTV TRACTORS. WHEN YOU KrtACOMMCt UTILITYTRACTOR. TEST DRIVE THE BEST AT YOUR JOHN DEERE DEALER—NOW! 00612075 www.JohnDeere.com Fillmore HOURS: Mon.Ttm.Wwf. Fri 7M- fcM Thursday 7.00- 6:00 2000 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings Satire 200 (269)945 9528 EQUIPMENT, INC mtUCMTW OsquriOpportrityLendBr of the playoff bracket. Winners of the districts move on to regional play and then to the Little League World Series. This was the first year this team had played together and to make it to district playoffs is a huge accomplishment. The team was made up with boys from the Maple Valley area. Most of the teams in districts are All-Star teams with boys from all over the county. In the regular season the team finished with an 8-3-1 record to take second place in the Southern Capital League. Maple Valley was the only team to beat the league champs, the Marshall Indians. Other teams in the league included Olivet, Charlotte, Albion, Spring Port, and Field of Dreams. The team also played in a tournament in Olivet June 25 and 26 with other teams from around Mid Michigan. The Lions played three games and ended with a 1-2 record. The team won its first game with an awesome come from behind victory over a very good Delton team. They then lost to Charlotte and Marshall. The team will be moving up in the age bracket next spring. Players who will be 12-years of age or under on April 30 and would like to be considered for a spot on the team are invited to attend an open tryout at 10 a.m. on Aug. 20 at the Maple Valley High School. Participants are asked to bring a glove, cleats and a good attitude. This team does travel and a commitment from the play­ er and parents is required. toughen them for what would turn out to be an extremely grueling event They hit the treadmill and the pavement before work, after work, and during a break at work Longer walks took place at the Lansing Riverwalk across Michigan State University's campus, on the North Country Trail in the Yankee Springs State Recreation Area, and on the Henry Thomapple Trail between Hastings and Middleville. Here we are, we’ve start­ ed the walk! Cheering crowds cry, "Baby, you rock!” We’ve got more- than 2,000folks: Lot’s of babes but not many blokes! 3-Day feet feeling the heat, and we, we will walk on. About 1,700 walkers par­ ticipated in this year’s event. A crew of 300 to 400 volun­ teers provided support by moving camp every day, cheering the walkers on, and otherwise doing all the work except the walking itself. "She transmitted her ener­ gy to the walkers and buoyed exhausted spirits," said Bush. The weather for this year’s 3-Day was a big change from the abnormally cool August weekend oflast year’s event. Friday and Sunday saw heat indexes approaching or pass­ ing 100 degrees. Even though walkers were provid­ ed water, sports drinks, and snacks, several suffered from heat exhaustion or heat stroke and required intra­ venous fluids and, in some cases, hospitalization. The heat from the sun reflecting off the pavement caused many to suffer from "road rash" similar to sunbum on exposed legs. The tempera­ tures barely cooled off in the evening, making sleeping in tents uncomfortable. On Saturday the remnants of Hurricane Dennis arrived mid-morning. The suburban Detroit area received its average monthly allotment of rainfall for July in about three hours, causing more trouble for - the walkers. Those who were not wearing rain gear were drenched in seconds and shoes and socks were soaked. Because of the Friends and family members came to the route to show their love and support. Here and there, someone would be handing out candy, chocolate or frozen Popsicles. Best of all, according to Bush, there was the Dancing DJ," a 25-year breast cancer survivor who, along with a friend, drove along the route, pulled off intermittently and boogied to the tunes of Kool and the Gang, the Pointer Sisters, the Village People, and more. I1l1f I fl U CTv threat of lightning, 3-Day organizers closed the route, bringing all the walkers together inside the sthool that was the next lunch stop. Several people who had to wait to be brought to the school by bus or van came in with hypothermia and were treated by the medical crew. While the walkers waited for the route to reopen, event organizers handed out lunch and dry T-shirts. The "Dancing Lady" strutted her stuff and got a few others to join in the dancing as well. It was during this time that Team Big Feat decided to leave the course for the rest of the day and get warm and dry. They said they felt if they tried to finish the route that day in wet clothes and shoes, they might not be able to finish the event on Sunday, and they all wanted to cross the finish line on their feet Pit stop’s cornin', gotta hydrate, Get a snack, butfirst uri­ nate! Most of us are feeling unfazed; But some ofus are lost in See CANCER, page 11 BRAKES • OIL CHANGE ■ EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician SIS 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. 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Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. (VL-109 fir 110L �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 10 top Lightweight learns his trade in Vermontville Lansing native Tyrone Hill (left) and his Vermontville manager Gary Brandenberg show off the Global Boxing Union belt Tyrone won this summer fighting in the Pacific Northwest, in their Fists of Fury gym in Vermontville. (Photo by Brett Bremer) by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Everyone knows the clas­ sic line, “there is no crying in baseball.” Traditionally, there is no crying in boxing either but for one Vermontville family the sport extends well beyond the ring. It has come down their winding dirt lane on the Southeast side of town and landed in their home and FMberry Fore 9' FORE > GOLF COURSE Mulberry Mondays and Two for Tuesdays Sunday, August 7th - W GET YOUR TEE TIME $OE 18 holes and a cart..... 06613122 filled their lives. time, and the rest is boxing “If tears ofjoy were nick­ history. “If feel that (Smith) is els, I’d be a millionaire,’’ says boxing manager Gary more than a brother to me, and Tyrone is more than a Brandenburg. Brandenburg has been a son,” said Brandenburg. As an amateur, Harris life-long boxing fan watch­ ing fights here and there recorded 139 wins and 15 when he had a break from his “questionable” losses. “In all honesty, his trainer job as a prison guard at the Bellamy Creek Correctional says he did lose two of those Facility in Ionia. Little did he fights,” said Brandenburg. know that one day that job “The rest were hometown would lead to him managing decisions.” Harris is a three-time one of the top young light­ weights in the United States, Michigan Junior Golden Lansing 24-year-old Tyrone Gloves Champion, a two­ time Michigan Senior Harris. Harris won the first belt of Golden Gloves Champion, his career last Friday, as the and the U.S. National Global Boxing Union’s, Champion in 2000. Brandenburg joined Intercontinental Champion, with a TKO of Richard “Team Tyrone” as manager, Fuentes at the Northern taking over everything that Lights Casino in Anacortes, happens outside the ring, Wash. He is now 11 -0 with 9 after his first professional knock outs in his short time fight. Smith is Harris’ Chief Second, meaning he controls as a professional boxer. Brandenburg’s eyes fill what happens in the gym and with tears often as he offers under the bright lights in the glowing praise of Harris, and ring. Tyrone Harris shows off some of the power that has The gym, Fists of Fury, is the story of how their part­ Brandenburg’s garage in helped him score nine knockouts in his 11 professional nership came to be. Harris’ father, Wayne Vermontville. From outside fights. He is currently 11-0. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Smith, works as a prison it looks like your average guard with Brandenburg in rural home, stained wood gloves Harris wore in his ofthe peace and tranquility,” Ionia. Unhappy with the tra­ siding, with decorations such first professional fight. said Brandenburg. Harris ditional management in the as tin punch lanterns, hunt­ Harris gave them to also trains at the Crown Gym area, Smith sent up a prayer ing trophies, and antique Brandenburg as a show of in Lansing, a facility that one day at work looking for tools decorating the exterior. support before the two even normally caters to amateurs guidance for his son’s career. It takes a short walk through began working together. but made an exception for Walking through a door, he the kitchen, a modest laun­ “Team Tyrone” in him. dry room, and out the back Vermontville saw Brandenburg. includes, “I didn’t think it was The boxing world can be a door to get into the garage. Brandenburg, his wife Patty, going to turn out this good,” shady one, as Harris learned Three vehicles are parked and Brandenburg’s mother said Harris. “I thought it early in his career, and Smith in the driveway, because Wanda a.k.a. Mavoo, who would be years before I saw Brandenburg as an hon­ their home has been filled her son calls the oldest would be fighting for a title. est man who would do right with a ring, a speed bag, a Tyrone fan in the world. I just trusted what my dad by his son. heavy bag, a medicine ball, She’s 76-years-old. said.” Brandenburg wasn’t con­ photos of Harris, boxers he’s “She’s our mascot,” said His dad said, Brandenburg vinced easily. At first he beaten, promotional materi­ Patty. would be the best for him. saicf, “no”. But when Smith als including one on the edge Wanda didn’t care for That didn’t stop Harris persisted during a shift at the of the ring with a photo that boxing until Harris came into from being a little apprehencorrectional facility, reminds Harris part of what their lives. Now, she pays sive on his first long ride Brandenburg relented and he’s fighting for - his three- her own way to all his fights, from Lansing to a long prisaid that if Harris called and year old daughter Ziann and which are most often held in vate dirt road in asked him he would not say his one-year-old son (Little the Pacific Northwest home Vermontville. “no” again. Ty) Tyrone. of his promoter Patrick Now his days in Harris made the call last There is also another thing Ortiz. Vermontville often begin spring, speaking to that brings tears to the eyes Patty, Harris’ mother with a 6-mile run, occasion­ Brandenburg for the first of Brandenburg - the pair of Annette, and Harris’ wife ally using the Maple Valley Vera were all there at the High School track when its beginning. They were made free, followed by 1,000 sitto sign a contract before their ups, six to eight rounds husbands would begin build­ worth of a Marine crawl, as ing a championship caliber well as work on the various resume. punching bags, and Smith “We made them sign a dropping a 12-pound medi­ contract, because we knew cine ball on his six-pack ab’s how much hard work, time up to 25 times from seven and effort this was going to feet up in the air. take,” said Gary. Harris says he has yet to Soon, Harris was working be hit by an opponent as hard out three or four days a week as that medicine ball hits him at Fists of Fury. in the gym. “Tyrone likes to work out here in Vermontville because See BOXER, next page Prestique® High Definition ELKBP Premium Roofing www.elkcorp.com Premium Roofing 8 Colors In Stock to Choose'From - 30 Year Warranty ~ s4619per square flHOMSTOWMj| VISA 219 S. State in Nashville i TH LUMBER & HARDWARE 06613138 Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm I517-852-0882 www.hometownluinber.coin Cobb 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 Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06605544 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 2,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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(517)726-0324 and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275., SSSSiSSSR 065710W “I love to fight,” said Harris. “The training... I don’t really enjoy it, but I really like the results.” “Fighting is the easiest part of your sport,” added Brandenburg. Harris is off this month, but expects to have fights in September, October, and November of this year. He’s already fought six times this year. His contract with Ortiz For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad says that the promoter needed to find him six fights a year. That’s why team Tyrone likes the partnership with Ortiz so much. For Harris to move up the rankings he needs to fight. He is currently the 122nd ranked Lightweight in the world, and 24th among U.S. fighters. If they can find a champion willing to risk fighting him, they expect to have a World Boxing Council or World Boxing Organization title fight with­ in the next couple years. “He is the smartest fighter in the ring fighting today,” said Brandenburg, “and probably one of the top ten defensive fighters fighting today. I don’t want to com­ ment on his punching power, because it scares people off.” He didn’t want to, but couldn’t contain himself, comparing Harris’ power to The tax collection date of Friday, August 5, 2005 Has been changed to Monday, August 8, 2005 Graphics (269) 945-9554 Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. 06612530 a haze! 3-Day crew will see us through, and we, we will walk on. Aspirin, acetaminophen and ibuprofen were very popular during event, help­ ing to ease the aches and pains. Blisters were drained and dressed and road rash was treated with hydrocorti­ sone. The army of walkers did what they could to carry Date Correction August 5, 2005 In error The Vermontville Township Zoning Board of Appeals will con­ duct a public hearing on Wednesday, August 10, 2005 at 7:00 p.m., in the Vermontville Opera House. Purpose: To accept public discussion regarding a variance request from David & Dena Lowndes, to construct a new porch at 7111W. Vermontville Highway. The new porch proposal will vio­ late Agriculture District Section 5.5-E-2, front setback require­ ment, of the Vermontville Township Zoning Ordinance. If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request, you must do so by August 10, 2005. Comments to be sent to Vermontville Township Government, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, Ml 49096. 06612975 —VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE— Notice of Special Hearing Zoning Board of Appeals The Village of Vermontville Zoning. Board of Appeals will hold a public Hearing to hear a Dimensional Variance request for property located at 159 W. Second St. Property code No. 051-000-625-120-00. The request is to allow building of a garage structure within the 25’ rear set back line, and the 15’ side set back. The hearing will be held at the Village Office at 121 East Side Drive, Vermontville, Ml on Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. Written comments will be accepted at the Village Office until 12:00 noon the day of the hearing. 06613073 on, whether it meant slowing down the pace, resting a little longer at the pit stops, or tak­ ing the sweep vehicles to the next stop. So we've finished our 60 miles With blistered feet and tired smiles. We’ve done a great thing; there is no doubt: "Changing Lives” is what it’s all about! 3-Day’s done. Boy, we hadfun! But (sigh) just wait ’til nextyear! As the walkers approached the State Fairgrounds at 8 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue, they were awed by the sheer num­ ber ofcars waiting to get into the fairgrounds’ parking lot. After crossing the finish line and being welcomed by the cheering crew members, other walkers and loved ones, participants picked up their T-shirts for closing cer­ emonies and rested. Once all the walkers had arrived, family and friends were directed to gather around the stage. Group by group, the 3-Day walkers victoriously entered the arena. First the orange T-shirts, designating the road safety, marched in. Once they were in their assigned area, they turned to help welcome the medical crew who were wearing red shirts. The "ordinary crew" crew came next, dressed in white. Then came the "regular" walkers, those who have not had breast cancer, in navy blue T-shirtS; Then, as a sea ofpink entered the arena, the participants who had preced­ ed the survivors took off their shoes and raised them in salute to those who were hailed as the "true heroes" of the walk. Ten thousand people cheered, whistled and , applauded. Emotions were at a fevered pitch and tears washed many faces as spokespersons for the event offered congratulatory speeches for those who participated and leant their support to the event, which grossed $4.8 million. Then, the people returned to their normal lives. The blisters and road rash healed, the sore muscles loosened up and participants slept in their own beds, used real toilets, and weren’t awash in sweat by 8 a.m. Meanwhile, breast cancer, detected earlier, treated suc­ cessfully, and a life that could have been negatively touched by the disease was instead positively changed because of three days and 60 miles. Bush said she appreciates all those who supported them financially, emotionally, and spiritually in her quest and through her earlier struggles with the disease. Walk some more, walk some more, We can be the answer! Walk some more, walk some more, We can beat cancer! Hea that of Tommy Hearns, “He hits like a Heavyweight,’’ said Brandenburg. “Other than that, everything’s a secret” Mavoo’s eyes light up and she can’t help but get into the conversation. “Get ’em early,” she says as she describes his style. “That way they can’t hit him back.” Harris doesn’t get hit back very often, but as his career continues he and Brandenburg plan to give back. Harris already has a motivational speaking engagementplanned at a Lansing area school next month. Eventually, the two would like to open free gyms for youth in Lansing and Vermontville. “If tears ofjoy were nick­ els” they probably already would have. Attention Kalamo Township Residents CANCER, continued from page 9 PUBLIC HEARING Nikki Lennox Village of Vermontville Zoning Administrator BOXER, continued from previous page Carla Rumsey Kalamo Township Treasurer LEGAL NOTICE CORRECTED NOTICE Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by ERIC A RECK, A SINGLE MAN to AMERIFIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION , Mortgagee, dated February 26, 1999, and recorded on March 04, 1999 as Instrument No. 1026045, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned by said mortgagee to WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F.A., on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of eighty four thousand one hundred three and 97/100 Dollars ($84,103.97), including interest at 7.500% 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 mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at ■ 1:00 PM on August 18, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: EXHIBIT A PARCEL 1: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2 OF THE N 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, LYING WESTERLY OF THE CONSUMERS POWER COM­ PANY PARCEL, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 307 OF DEEDS PAGE 449 AS RECORDED IN BARRY COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS AND LYING EASTERLY OF THE CENTERLINE OF HIGHWAY (BROOKLODGE ROAD), RESERVING THE WESTERLY 33 FEET FOR ROAD HIGHWAY PURPOSES. PARCEL 2: ALSO THE N 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, EXCEPT A PARCEL SOLD TO CONSUMERS POWER COM­ PANY AND RECORDED IN LIBER 307 OF DEEDS ON PAGE 449 AND DESCRIBED AS A STRIP OF LAND 311 FT WIDE ACROSS THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 27, AND DESCRIBED AS FOL­ LOWS: TO FIND THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION COMMENCE AT THE SW CORNER OF SAID SECTION, RUN THENCE S 89 DEG 46’05" EAST ALONG THE S LINE OF SAID SECTION 871.05 FT TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION, THENCE CON­ TINUING SOUTH 89 DEG 46’05” E ALONG SAID S LINE OF SAID SECTION 317.64 FT, THENCE N 11 DEG 30’15" W 1345 FT TO THE S 1/8 LINE OF SAID SEC­ TION; THENCE N 89 DEG 46’32” W ALONG SAID S 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 317.63 FT, THENCE S 11 DEG 30’15” E 1345.01 FT TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. ALL IN SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, BARRY TOWN­ SHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHI­ GAN. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 32, August 9, 2005 Castleton Township post-election meeting features personal attacks by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The first regular meeting of the Castleton Township board after the election that rolled back salaries for town­ ship officials and trustees was marked by heated dis­ cussion amongst members of the board and the audience. The first portion of the meeting was routine with the approval of minutes from the regular July meeting and treasurers report. But when it was time for the payment of the bills for July, a motion was made by Reese to approve the payment of bills as presented totaling $9,968.78. When Supervisor Jud Cooley asked if there was any discussion, when Trustee Dave DeMond moved to amend the motion to $9,799.26, leaving off legal fees for Law, Weathers & Richardson totaling $169.52. DeMond’s motion died from lack of support and the board and the board approved the previous motion 4-1 with DeMond casting the dissenting vote. According to my numbers we’ve paid lawyers $1,914.74... Do we have a limit as to what we’re going to do? Or, do we keep doing this?” asked DeMond Prompting his remarks was citizen Don Wiggins’ starting a petition drive that put the salary issue on last week’s ballot and submitting a Freedom of Information request for last month’s lawyerbill totaling $1,745.22 when he heard that it was incurred regarding the ballot proposal). “If Mr. Wiggins or the community decides that they want to pursue further what was discussed on the lawyer bill, do we say we’ve tied up enough money, or do we stand and fight?” DeMond asked. “I understand what we’re dealing with, the freedom of information versus client/attorney privilege, I “I’ve never, or very seldom ever, see a per­ son that I dislike as much as you. That’s just about all I have to say.” — Supervisor Jud Cooley to Don Wiggins understand what is being debated. But, like I said, we have almost $2,000 tied up in this now, if he (Wiggins) gets council or the communi­ ty gets council, at what time do we say that’s enough?” “We have to defend our­ selves,” said Cooley. “My opinion was that we could have gotten a lot cheaper opinion than what we got, by tying up what we did to stretch this thing out $1,745. I think the MTA (Michigan Township Association) or somebody like that could have done this a lot...” said DeMond. “Did ou take time to con- tact somebody to find what they would charge?” asked Cooley. “No,” replied DeMond. “Then how can you say they would be cheaper?” asked Cooley. Loma Wilson, township clerk, said she had contacted the MTA and they referred her back to the township lawyers. “It’s over and done with anyway,” said Cooley. Reese note that the servic­ es were received and the bill paid, “But if something else comes up then we certainly have to pursue legal advice because under board com­ ments tonight I would like to just go through some infor­ mation that should have been verified before it was print­ ed, so there will not be any inference that anybody is doing anything wrong.” Under committee reports Wilson told the board that the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) board had approved a motion to ratify the action taken by herself, acting as the EMS board secretary/treasurer, to settle the unfair labor practice legal proceedings initiated by two EMS employees who were dismissed from the service last year (see full details in EMS story published else­ where in this edition of the Maple Valley News). Under new business, the board set a public hearing for the proposed Feighner Company/Industrial Development District on 40 first one called me a b—, acres on the north side of M­ the second one called me stu­ 79 west of the village of pid, and the third one called Nashville. The public hear­ me incompetent before they ing will be held at 7 p.m. realized they were not talkWednesday, Aug. 31, in the township hall. I “There was no intent to Mike Callton, the Barry I misinform. And, I don’t County 5th District think you can get anybody Commissioner, asked' about who has looked at it from tax abatement for the pro­ my side... to put some­ posed development. thing out in the public Cooley responded that the arena that was not correct. business could qualify for a And, I will stand by that maximum of 12 years of tax information..." abatements. — Don Wiggins “We will set the number of years, which cannot be more than 12 years,” said ing to the township treasurer. Cooley. “There will be full I, for one, don’t think I tax on the land but it’s 50% should have to take that kind tax abatement of the new of abuse. I’m sorry; that is not part of my job.” construction.” Cooley said that he had Under correspondence, Wilson read two letters received the same kind feed­ addressed to the board, from back from the public. township residents and a fax from Sand Ridge Bank, which alleged that they have “As far as Ruggs here,” he continued indicating Sherry and Tim Rugg, who were at the meeting to express con­ cerns over delinquent tax notices they had received even though they had paid their bill, “I’ve been blamed for that problem but there’s no way I’m at fault for that because she (Pixley) had recorded it on her computer up at the house... but she had not backed up on this com­ puter when the delinquent roll was printed... it did not show the collections she had up there. So, it couldn’t be my fault.” Later in the meeting a member of the audience asked Pixley why, if she was working from her home, she didn’t have an answering See ATTACK, page ? County millages pass hshaidpdtirfefaicsu lrteyr rLeoarcehtitnagP tioxwleny-, Castleton officials' raises rejected 2-to-l and she has not been return­ ing their calls regarding tax bills and payments. Pixley said that she had responded to all requests from tax bills and did not know why they are sending letters saying that had not been received. “The next thing that has happened, especially last week, and you can call what­ ever you want, but I was the only one in the office,” said Wilson. “I received three dif­ ferent telephone calls. T The by David T. Young request was carried in each Editor of Barry County’s 16 town­ Barry County voters said ships and in all four precincts “yes” twice Tuesday, Aug. 2, in the City of Hastings, but in resounding fashion by only narrowly was approved approving two county-wide in Assyria Township, 85 to millage requests. 83. Both proposals to raise Jim DeYoung, administra­ taxes on behalf of tor for Thomapple Manor, Thomapple Manor and Barry said, “As a Barry County res­ County Transit won by virtu- ident, I’m proud to live in a al landslide margins. community that is so sup­ A 20-year proposition for portive of its senior citizens. an annual average of .69 mill I think many county resi­ to renovate, expand and dents have been touched by update the Thornapple Thornapple Manor. Many Manor nursing center was have been here to see the approved handily with about rooms and the facility them­ 63.2 percent in the affirma­ selves, so they were able to tive, 4,119 to 2,393. The see the needs.” newly-approved millage will DeYoung said the real replace the current levy of work now begins, the effort .8116 mill that still had five to convert the blueprints into " It will be made available more years to go. the reality of a remodeled It will enable the nursing and updated facility. on or before August 11th, “We want to create a liv­ facility to eliminate all fourinteijected Wilson. The Maple Valley News bed rooms and replace them ing and working environ­ requested a copy of all rele- with private and semi-private ment for our clients and vant information pertaining rooms, while keeping the staff,” he said. “We’re excit­ to the settlement under the same number of beds at 138. ed to get started. It will be a Freedom of Information Act It also will allow for a reha­ wonderful improvement for (FOIA) in a letter hand deliv­ bilitation wing and space for our senior citizens.” Meanwhile, Barry County clients with Alzheimer’s ered on July 22. Transit earned nearly 60 per­ In a letter dated July 29, Disease. The Thornapple Manor and received Aug. 2, Wilson, See MILLAGES, page 9 who also serves as the FOIA coordinator for the EMS Board, notified the Maple Valley News that as allowed by FOIA she was informing them that she intended to • Area fire chief refuses to give report extended her response time with presence of press by 10 business days. "This extension is made • Local family earns Grand Champion without respect to any accolades at 2 separate 4-H events exemptions that may apply • ‘Masters of Harmony’ to sing at to your request. This exten­ Kalamo UM sion is necessary to review the voluminous amount of • MHSAA announces some rule materials pursuant to your changes for 2005 fall season Wrongful discharge settlement approved by area EMS Board by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Board last week unanimous­ ly approved two motions to ratify the action taken by Loma Wilson, the board’s secretary/treasurer, on behalf of the board on July 19 to settle unfair labor practice charges. The legal proceedings went before the Michigan Employment Relations Commission (MERC) and the suit was filed on behalf of former EMS paramedics Beth Barrone and Rob Fisk. When Barrone and Fisk were dismissed from their posts late last year, they alleged it was because they were trying to form a union, the EMS board stated that the paramedics were fired due to insubordination. During the new business portion ofthe meeting Maple Grove Township Supervisor R od Crothers, chairman of the EMS Board, opened the discussion. "We settled our dispute with... basically it was the Teamsters, representing Beth Barrone and Rob Fisk on (July) 19th, which was when we were scheduled to meet two attorneys and they would take testimony of the individuals that had to testi­ fy. And, we decided to settle at that point. The board members have a copy of the agreement we signed at that time and we need board approval of that agreement. The terms of the agreement are pretty much spelled out... there is only one non­ disparaging agreement that the board or two individuals will not initiate or join in any critical comments about each other, ex-employees, officers or directors... that was part of the agreement.” After giving the board members an opportunity to look over the separation agreements for Barrone and Fisk, Crothers called for a motion. The motion read back by Wilson, "Motion to ratify the action taken by the secretary/treasurer of the board on July 19, 2005, on the matter of Beth Barrone." With board member Frank Dunham absent, the rest of the board, including Crothers, Wilson, Jud Cooley, Mary Coll and Susan Butler, voted unani­ mously in favor of the motion, as they did for the identical motion made for the acceptance of the separa­ tion agreement with Rob Fisk. "Enough ofthis agreement is confidential, but we got a request under the Freedom of Information... In This Issue.. See EMS, page 5 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9, 2005 — Page 2 ATTACK, continued from p lem is.” J Wiggins askOT iTlHe bo£rd-I had ap action plan to resolve administrative issues. “I’m going to bring that up under board comments,” replied Reese. During the public com- machine or posted hours at the township hall. Pixley responded that the law does not require her to keep posted hours and she has caller ID. “If I see that a title compa­ ny calls, or whatever, I do return their calls,” she said. “I have caller ID, I pay extra on my phone bill, so I will know who calls. “But what if someone calls and it comes up an unknown number?” asked the woman. “Obviously you can’t return that call,” said Pixley, who said she questioned some of the letters Wilson read earlier in the meeting, because the one purported to be from a bank was not a on letter head and she did not recognize the name of the woman, and there was no telephone number or return address. As for the other two letters, she said she had sent the requested bills, “so I don’t know what their prob- “I have all the infor­ mation here in files before I open my mouth,” said Reese, and I spoke very clear­ ly to the paper stating that the desires of the people should be heard and I am not opposed to people being heard, but also the desire of the people to be heard cost them more money than a raise.” — Trustee Jerry Reese ment portion of the meeting, Sherry Rugg read spoke to the board about her frustra­ tion about receiving delin- quent tax notices from Barry County when she had alfeady paid her taxes, “What is this going, to do to our credit?” she asked Pixley. “You need credit for loans. You need credit for everything you do. You took care ofit by calling them, but yet this is the second time; that’s why I’m here tonight...” “That’s why I am going to take it personally to them,” replied Pixley. “I can’t understand how $157.83 can- go into an account but the receipt was lost. That’s why it’s still being billed delinquent because they didn’t have a receipt. They are both in bal­ ance, so where’s the money? I mean, if both didn’t bal­ ance, somebody should be checking into where $157.83 is in an account,” said Tim Rugg.’ “It should have showed up for sure,” said Cooley. After the Ruggs sat down, Saving on home insurance is “No Problem. STAN undreds ofthousands offamilies are saving money with to-Owners Insurance for their home KELLY and mobile home protection. Stop in and ask us about quality protection, with flexible payment plans and ‘No Problem” claim service. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business ThtNo Prvtiforn fkopfa® TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 township resident Bud Semrau read the following letter regarding the previous day’s election: “Jud, Loma, resign! And not because you are not worth the few extra bucks but because life is too darned short to have to tolerate a few folks who don’t have a clue on what it takes to do your jobs and your value to Castleton Township. And Loretta, you should resign for being so hypocritical about the pay raise. And one of the two trustees, you need to resign because you are a lousy team player and have earned the mushroom treat­ ment (referencing a com­ ment DeMond made to the newspaper, that as a board member he felt like a mush­ room, ‘left in the dark and fed a lot of horse manure...’). For all you ‘no’ voters, it’s time to get a life and determine how you are going to repair the damage you have done to a couple of dedicated, selfless hardwork­ ing public servants. Since you are obviously smarter than the average Castleton Township bear, maybe it’s time for you to see ifyou can do better. “For those folks who voted ‘yes’ for the two tax increases, I bet you are the types of people who could care less about your elders as long as someone else steps forward to care for them. Dorothy and I were care­ givers for my mom for last seven years of her life because we didn’t think it was right to stuff her into an old folks home to be belted to a wheelchair. She deserved better! And it cost us over $350,000, but we’d do it again if given the same circumstances. And as for the Barry County Transit, we prefer to transport Dorothy’s mom when she needs to go to her doctor, her hairdresser, the grocery store, or a trip to a favorite restaurant. Again, for all of you ‘yes’ voters, how about stepping up to the plate and take some respon- LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. 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Service................................... 11 a P.M. Service........................... 7 p.m. 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects . and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor . Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors sibility for your elders. They all deserve it “Upon completion of 27plus years in our Army, I had decided that it was time to kick back and tVatch the world go by. But Tuesday’s voting results blew my best intentions. So, Wiggins, stick to your Do-Gooder stuff and stop running your mouth about people that are going to be hard to replace — that is if they take my suggestion.” After a short round of applause Wiggins addressed the board, “I have lived here since 1990.1 was in the mil­ itary too, enjoyed it,' would go back again but I’m not going to. “A couple of things, the first thing, relates to the ambulance board, it’s someMr. Wiggins, I would suggest you crawl under the nearest rock.” — Bud Semrau thing I heard up there (at the ambulance board meeting) and I heard a similar issue tonight... we’re talking about settling the ambulance board issues and this point in time nobody knows what it is going to cost and so as a curious taxpayer, it would be interesting to know what the cost of all this settlement is going to be and how much is Castleton Township’s por­ tion of the tab. That’s one thing,” said Wiggins. “The other thing, as to what Bobby (Bud) has said, there are some of us here who disagree, this is what America is all about, we can all have our opinions,” he continued. “It’s unfortunate if others feel that everybody isn’t entitled to their opinion. I think everybody here, as far as I am concerned, can either agree or disagree with me. “To go back and give a lit­ tle history, at the last town­ ship meeting it was indicated to us that the Law Weathers bill was the cost incurred to draft the ballot proposition for the August 2nd election, QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship........... township officials were quot­ ed in the news last week making a similar statement about the bill,” he added. “In the written request for a copy of the bill and related corre­ spondence resulted in a redacted version of only the legal bill being forwarded to me with attomey/client priv­ ilege being asserted as the rationale for not disclosing the information regarding discussions with the law firm... since the law firm was consulted regarding not disclosing billing informa­ tion, which is an assumption on my part, it will mean another bill for services from the law firm so the informa­ tion on the redacted bill would not be disclosed to the public or other elected mem­ bers of the Castleton Township Board, trustees and treasurer. I am making the assumption that the treas­ urer and the two trustees have not seen the full bill. , “We the taxpayers pay, but we’re not entitled to know what activities our paid officials are engaging in on our behalf,” continued Wiggins. “Castleton Township Board only approved paying the bill for drafting ballot propositions at the last township meet­ ing...” Wiggins went on to ask the board to reopen the issue See ATTACK, page 3 HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown Hastings on State St. DIGITAL STEREO 945-SHOW Q NO PASSES Free drink refills & 25t corn retlll;| SHOWTIMES 8/9-8/11 Q DUKES OF HAZZARD (PG-13) 11:40,1:50,4:10,7:20,9:40 0 SKY HIGH (PG) 11:10,1:30,3:50,7:10,9:15 CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY(PG) 11:30,2:00,4:25,7:00,9:30 WEDDING CRASHERS (R) ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 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 ............... 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship .. .10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ..................... .....................66 p m. Wednesday Evening’at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 11:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9, 2005 — Page 3 ATTACK, continued from page 2 V1 ’’iS»s!ki t *» 'Ss!tki S < S*$ <S*$ . NS iS£ ttUl^ at the next township meet­ ing. “This action would clarify for yourselves, the people sitting on the board who have not seen the bill, and the public the facts about this transaction and whether the assertion of attomey/client privilege was a valid position for Castleton township to assert in this matter for any­ one handling the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) request. “Personally, I feel uncom­ fortable with elected officials who hide behind legalese rather than willingly inform­ ing the public about their activities,” said Wiggins. “I think the bill needs to be put up on the table. If the state­ ments at this meeting and the statements in the paper are correct, the unredacted lan­ guage of the bill should sup­ plement and verify the posi­ tions that have been taken.” Cooley responded that they had talked to the town­ ship’s attorney and he advised them not disclose the information because, “it may set a precedent and some time in the future, you could FOIA request and you could come back and say, ‘you did it before, you can do it again,’ so that’s why.” “I would say that if you were run that by an opposi­ tion attorney you would get a different interpretation,” said Wiggins. “To be real honest with you, I wouldn’t have requested this, but you made such a fuss about it at the last meeting that it led me to send in the FOIA request... the redacted version was sent out, which leads one to con­ clude that something has not been disclosed. You can hide behind it ifyou want to, but I don’t think the issue will go away.” Earl Wilson asked DeMond ifhe had Woodland Township’s permission to use information about offi­ cial and trustees salaries in the letters and ads that were placed in the local newspa­ pers. “I was given access to their payroll two years ago,” replied DeMond. “I understand that,” said Earl Wilson. “But did you have their permission to use it in the paper?” “No,” said DeMond. “Next question, why did you switch townships that you were using as a compar­ ison?” asked Earl Wilson. “Why did you not use sever­ al andjust say it was an aver­ age?” “I’m sorry?” said DeMond. “When this started you were using Carlton Township, okay, and using their salaries,” said Earl Wilson. Who noted that Carlton had a different fiscal year than Castleton Township...” “I'think you are stepping on the wrong man’s feet because I did not come up with the numbers...” said DeMond. “You sat right there, where you are sitting tonight and said that,” said Earl Wilson. “Said what?” asked DeMond. “Carlton Township, that the Carlton Township super­ visor made $8,760,” replied Earl Wilson. “I have talked to them. I have notes here,” said DeMond. “But the one that used Woodland in the article, that was not mine.” “Were you not part of the committee?” asked Earl Wilson, referring to the com­ mittee formed by Wiggins to put the salary issue on the ballot. “No, I was on no commit­ “No,” replied Wiggins. tee,” replied DeMond. “For your information there “Who. paid for it?” asked is nobody sitting on this Earl Wilson referring to an board that had anything to do ad placed in a recent edition with that ad, and I’m going of the Hastings Banner. to assert attomey/client priv­ “I have no idea,” said ilege as far as disclosing any DeMond. “I was in Canada, I information in terms of the haven’t even seen the arti­ committee.” cle...” DeMond then explained, “I understand that,” said “What happened with the Earl Wilson. article that was attributed to “Can I clear up the confu­ me, I started talking to the sion?” interjected Wiggins. reporter, we went down the “I’ll take the lumps. I pre­ list and two or three burning pared the ad. The informa­ issues and we talked about tion came out of the state them and at the end I said, audit downloaded from the ‘This is my concern,’ I did State of Michigan, the run my mouth, I will admit Department of Treasury; if that and I apologize for that. you want the numbers you But at the end I had two or can go there and get them. three burning issues, I stated Dave had nothing to do with them then I said, ‘Please use it, did not know anything, • discretion.’ But, I did not did not know it was going to limit anything that was writ­ be done, he had no involve­ ten. That was what was said. ment with it. Period.” I had two or three issues, I “He’s not part of the com­ realize you, but I had two or mittee?” asked Earl Wilson. See ATTACK, page 4 Area fire chief refuses to give report with presence of press '*• ’S C *'5 SWk •»« ®ww. Cw. *,“' Cn th v fl.tfflW w ClW®® M» .a‘‘ fU8lKS®® W j^flW* l» ^0? #jj s<*j1*j I srt^...jj M *C* * <* <• by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Fire Chief Bill Wilson refused to present his monthly report to. the Fire Board Tuesday night because a reporter from J-Ad Graphics was present. Wilson, who expressed his displeasure with the local news media, was persuaded later in the meeting to give the report after his mother, Lorna Wilson, secretary/treasurer of the Fire Board, and other mem­ bers agreed, at his request, to ""support him," if the reporter got it wrong." "I guess my first item of business would be... would­ n’t entirely be directed at the board tonight. But, I’m sure the board has read the news­ paper for the last probably three weeks here, and they’ve proven to themselves and the community that they can’t print correct informa­ tion in there," said Wilson when it was time for his report. "Since the reporter is here tonight... I’m trying to figure whether or not I even want to go on with my report, simply for the reason that I don’t know if it can get printed in the paper correct­ ly"It seems that people want to write letters in the paper about insensitivity, but I think the newspaper needs to look the definition of insen­ sitivity up because, I tell you what, we do have feelings here at the fire department and they were tarnished by the newspaper," he said. "I would like to know why we didn’t get something put in the newspaper other than a little correction and why we ^Diana’s ^ace 1% xTx «••5 k0*&5/ *«•j50r<5/ «r »<* The Place to Gofor Professional Styling -w -wi xYx MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Tx Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 100605468 * have to go around and put out the fires that somebody else created. That’s not working very positively for this community." The matter Wilson wanted corrected and he demanded a public apology for informa­ tion reported incorrectly at the end of a Maple Valley News story a couple of weeks ago. The story wrong­ fully said the Nashville Township Board went into closed session to discuss a lawsuit against the Fire Board when instead it should have said the session was for a suit against the Ambulance Board. "Would you like me to respond to that?" asked Loma Wilson. "When I talked to Mr. (J-Ad Graphics Vice President Fred) Jacobs he said that they, ‘were not in the habit of giving apolo­ gies,’ and I said, ‘That’s fine. But what the hell are you going to tell me to tell 20 angry firemen?’ and he said, ‘Well, we make mistakes too,’ and I said, ‘As far as I’m concerned the reporter knew from the very begin­ ning that the fire department had nothing to do with the department next door and always have been. But, somehow somebody failed to get the right information in the paper, so therefore, we are having to do damage control.’" "Do you have any expla­ nation for this?" Bill Wilson asked the reporter. It was a mistake, pure and simple; it happens to everybody," replied the reporter. 1-517-852-9481 x "And that’s all you have to do with this?" asked. The reporter reminded the chief that a correction had already been printed. "I have no further state­ ments tonight," said Bill Wilson. The board moved on to unfinished business during which the assistant fire chief, Kurt Scramlin, discussed hose testing and that he and Bill Wilson were researching the possibility of buying some new equipment for the department and would be meeting with a representa­ tive from a tool company Tuesday, Aug. 9. After new business, dur­ ing which members of the board and fire department held an open discussion about the different types of lightning and the efficacy of various types of lightening rods, Bill Wilson said he would consider giving his report. I guess I’ll go through my report; but I want the understanding that if it (doesn’t) come out right in the newspaper, the board will back me with support and that it’s taken care of properly," said Bill Wilson. "You got my support," said Loma Wilson. "Do I have your support?" Bill Wilson asked the other members of the board. "Do I have the board’s support if this does not come out in the newspaper correctly?" The board members, Doug Westendorp, Jud Cooley and Rod Crothers (no representa­ tives from the Nashville Village Council were present at the meeting) gave their assent and Bill. Wilson gave his report. Wilson reiterated what Scramlin said about the meeting with a representa­ tive from a tool company and hose testing. The chief also reported that he and some other past and present members of the fire department would be taking the truck down to another helmet while he was Hickory Comers on Aug. 3 debating whether or not he to attend the funeral of and should replace the broken take part in the funeral pro­ face shield on the man’s reg­ cession for Harry Snyder, ular helmet, which is.differwho was a former fire chief ent from the others used by for the Hickory Comers Fire the department, or simply Department and dedicated 55 replace it with a new one. years to the fire service. "I would suggest that you He also reported that the just get a new helmet," said fire department personnel Loma Wilson. discussed fire preventiqn "And as you can see from during their meeting the minutes last night, the Monday, Aug. 1. firemen donated. $100 to the I don’t know if you guys car club to use for the Wishwant to continue operating Upon-A-Star program or under the same theory that however they see fit," added we worked for the last few Bill Wilson. years, if that’s all right we’ll "I’ve got one more issue, do that." but it has to do with the "What’s the cost?" asked department, but I am not Loma Wilson. going into it as long as the "The cost will be about the reporter is here. If you guys same," said Bill Wilson. want to make a motion to go "Bring me the bill," said into closed session then that Loma Wilson. would be fine for me," he Bill Wilson also reported added. "I think it’s some­ there would be a driving thing that you should proba­ class on Aug. 5 and 6 in bly be aware of... if, in fact, Hastings. “After the class­ we want to pursue any steps room, they’re going to do or anything like that." Members of the board two rodeo sites, one out here at our high school and one at noted that it was appropriate Hastings High School, and to go into to go into closed I’ve asked a couple members session to discuss personnel of our department to help set matters. "I’ll make a motion to go that up, cones and so forth. "I would also like mem­ into closed session to discuss bers of this board to go back personnel problems," said to their respective boards and Loma Wilson. Before the board went into be involved in the meth problem that we’re having in closed session the reporter asked the board if there were this area," said Bill Wilson. A fireman noted that Bill any other items on the agenWilson meant to say be involved in helping to stem the methamphetamine prob­ lem, not being involved as part of the meth problem. Bill Wilson also told the ZEBADIAH H board that there was car JUOE d behind the fire station that born had been donated to the fire July 16, 2005 department by an individual and that person wanted a Welcomed home' receipt for the donation. a by proud parents Loma Wilson said they I Jim and Amy needed to tell her how much r Hammond the person wanted for the and siblings donation and she could pro­ Kaitlyn, McKenna, Hannah, Brielle, vide him or her with a slip. William and Bill Wilson told the board Syddona he had issued a fireman da that would be discussed or action taken on when they resumed open session. "Nope," replied Lorna Wilson. When asked when the minutes of the Fire Board would be available Lorna Wilson replied that they would be available "next week," but didn’t know when. In other business Tuesday evening, the Fire Board: • Heard a report from Scramlin, who told the board that the department made 13 runs during the previous month, many of which included responding to downed power lines due to storms toppling trees and large branches, assisting the Emergency Medical Service on the scene of personal injury accidents, a reported grass fire that was put out by heavy rain and a false alarm regarding a "smoking tree" on Washington Street that turned out to be spores from a fungus, and, "a meth lab bust somewhere near Wilson’s property," among others. • Approved the agenda for that night’s meeting and the minutes from the July meet­ ing, paid bills totaling $5,661.89 and accepted the treasurer’s report which was, "Nothing out of the ordinary, pretty routine," according to Loma Wilson. jfifiiazza, �Just Say ’As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. August 9. 2005 — Page 4 ATTACK, continued from page 3 three issues going on that bother me too.” “The whole thing that bothers me is that informa­ tion you pick up, whether it be on the Intemet or through the Michigan Township Association, they are not all current.” said Earl Wilson. "There are some that are, but not all of them. So, you could be very misleading if it’s not current.” “That’s it. That’s it.” interjected Loma Wilson as the discussion continued. "Anyone else?” asked Cooley. "Just one little thing,” said Orvin Moore, one of the owners of Mulberry Fore Golf Course and a former chairman of the Barry of County Board Commissioners. “I listen to some of this and I read some in the paper and I know almost all of you fairly well and, things have gotten way too personal. Sitting on the outside, somehow if all our interest is the people in this community and not whether one person or another is a bad person, somebody's done something wrong. We all make mistakes. If our true interests, or if all of your true interests is the community and the people of the town­ ship, reasonable people can come to reasonable conclu­ sions and then we can go on.” “I agree with that 100%,” said Loma Wilson. With that the board moved to the board comment sec­ tion of the meeting. “Mr. Wiggins,” said Cooley. “I have been watch­ ing you ever since you come to Castleton Township. You have been picking on the County Board for three years for this and that, some maybe it was reasonable you were picking on, others it was quite unreasonable. I’ve never, or very seldom ever, see a person that I dislike as much as you. That’s just about all I have to say. “It has nothing to do with filing petitions to put them on the ballot (salary increas­ es). The Township Board could have stopped that because of irregularities in the petitions. We did not choose to stop it And then when it came time, working up towards the election, all this publicity you put in the paper, that was published by the newspaper, some of it was just wasn’t absolutely true, it was more or less innuendo or false truths, mis­ leading and we did not do anything to counteract it. Sorry, that’s what I have to say to that Sorry, but I just dislike you.” “The feeling is mutual so I won’t lose any sleep tonight,” replied Wiggins. Jerry Reese spoke to Wiggins next “Before you put anything in the paper, verification is the rule. I just wonder what items did you keep from the public when you became the spin master for information to the news to be sensational­ ized?” he said to Wiggins. “I was kind of concerned because of the reckless use of the information. Last month you stated $299 for an assessor in Windsor Township. I contacted what would be their present super­ visor, who is John Kohr. That is spelled, K-O-H-R, by the way. It took me two phone calls, talking to his wife and then I Finally got a hold of him. The assessor/supervisor was in one category and some ofthe cost ended up in that $299. Since then he has moved on, the clerk is at the present time $10,600 and she’s tak­ ing a reduced rate to do the assessorship while she gets certification. That takes care of that misinformation from last month... “The next misinformation and I quote, because this is really, it took me a while to figure this out that, ‘the rea­ son for comparing these two townships relate to the fact that they are fairly compara­ ble from a statistical perspec­ tive and the data provides a benchmark for determining whether Castleton Township officials’ compensation is reasonable or not.’ “So, I really had a tough time with ‘statistical per- You are invited to attend Honey Tree Contemporary Worship at the Kalamo United Methodist Church 1475 S. 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Because it is a statistic! “But, I’m going to go back to this because it really irked me that it was not presented in the paper that they have 2,129 people; that’s their township and it’s really com­ parable because we have 3,475! Now that’s close because... we are 39% more people in this community! Same square miles 36 square miles to make a township that’s the only comparable area that I can find! “So, I call a (Woodland Township) trustee. I just, you know, I wanted to verify our information. And then I got to the point where, ‘well, you know, what did you guys get on the board for raises this year?’ I mean this is infor­ mation that could have been provided to the public, but wasn’t. And, some of the reasons we have a lawyer do things is because we want to make sure the information that gets out there is accu­ rate!” said Reese. “So, they have 3% across the board...” “Oh. Really?” said Loma Wilson. “Yes,” said Reese, acknowledging Wilson’s comment before continuing. “And, the clerk got a $600 increase for the duties that were extra for her because of the new election dates. And I have stated both times that 1 have contacted the county clerk, I have contacted the village clerk, I have contact­ ed, what Would be the school secretary at the school super­ intendent’s office, and I have tried to get time and respon­ sibility that was given to the public and did not appear in the paper, Not once!” “Can I respond?” asked Wiggins. “Not yet,” said Reese. “Keep going, going,”” said Wiggins. “Because people can mis­ construe anything anyway they want to, and I would like to go back to this little article that says, ‘Vote, ‘No’ August 2” ... and it says, ‘Don Wiggins’ down at the bottom. But, anyway it says down here, ‘If you,’ that means me, "are ready to vote, ‘no,’ on the Castleton Township proposition, I will share budget numbers,’ ‘I will share budget numbers,’ ‘I’m going to share budget numbers,’ That means you were in the workshop. You knew what went on. ‘I will share budget numbers that were slated to be adopted before township officials learned that opposition to the budget increases would be raised,” said Reese. “So what you’re telling people about April 6, is that we came here, then you quoted, you mis­ quoted, ‘Jud was going to get a 7% increase.' He was not. Out ofthat workshop that we had before we came to the board meeting... 2.3% across the board. You got all of that from FOIA informa­ tion, yet you still put in here as misinformation! And that goes back to the spin-doctor! “I have all the information here in files before I open my mouth,” said Reese, “and I spoke very clearly to the paper stating that the desires ofthe people should be heard and I am not. opposed to peo­ ple being heard, but also the desire of the people to be heard cost them more money than a raise would ever have cost them. And, I do have a comment. When I got on the board I called the Michigan Township attorney, because I had a concern that we did, and being a real estate agent, I would like information on taxes and everything and I want it immediately when I have a client. “And I called then and I wanted to know what kind of responsibilities, or what can we do as the board to have that information present at the office, and I wanted, to know whether or not a busi­ ness plan or a plan for the township to establish hours for township so if someone calls they could get informa­ tion,” continued Reese. “I was instructed that the treas­ urer could keep her records at home. Because of Homeland Security, I really wanted to know if for some reason that those records were not here, so you would be protected, because when those records are gone, they are gone. Well. There’s noth­ ing in Homeland Security to address and the township lawyer said, ‘she can do what she wants,”’ continued Reese referring now to Pixley. “So, I dropped it. But I do think that there needs to be some type of business plan where caller ID does not satisfy a person’s request for any information. They should be able to state in a voice message what they would like, what information is needed and then we should, as a township, respond to that. I just think that is a reasonable way of doing business.” Reese continued to say that late payments could impact a resident’s credit rat­ ing and the township has a responsibility to make sure that payments are recorded in a timely and efficient manner so delinquent notices are. not sent in error. He con­ cluded by saying he felt that a committee or the board should be able to give direc­ tion "to those people who have been elected and do the job here for Castleton Township,” although he stat­ ed that he realized that there was a legal way to do it, “But I want the public to know thatthat was pursued as soon as I was on the board. And, I do want the public to know, and I want it in writing that time and responsibility by checking with the county clerk, the village clerk, and the school secretary', as far as what their thought were and I did not spew all those out, but I wanted to know that those were looked into prior to ever establishing a rate as far as the increase.” When Reese finished, Wiggins asked permission to speak. “I’ll keep this real short A, the ad specifically said that the source of the materi­ al was audited statements filed by the respective town­ ships...” “You should check first,” interjected Reese. “Well, I...” started Wiggins. “When did you call the township?” asked Reese. “I’m not going to get into it,” said Wiggins. “I’m just going to tell you where I got...” “When did you call the township? asked Reese again. “Let me just tell you,” said Wiggins. “Let me just finish. We’re in disagreement. We’re not going to agree anyhow, so that’s fine...” Reese interjected again. “What I’m trying to say to you is if you want to see the first budget I’ve got a copy of that budget...” “I have the budget right here,” said Reese. “I’m not saying that,” said Wiggins. “There were three budgets...” “You stated, in this paper, that 7% before you became concerned... you stated that 17 and 19% were the increases. That is an out and out lie!” said Reese. “I disagree with you,” said Wiggins. “I don’t think that you’re...” “You show me the budget that was here on April 6,” said Reese. “We disagree that there was factual information, there was no intent to mis­ lead. That’s why the infor- mation was given out the way it was. I’m sorry to offend you, but that’s...” “You do not offend me! You do not offend me!” said Reese. “I don’t mind that the public has every right to vote, and will defend their right to vote, but I do not want them misinformed.” “There was no intent to misinform. And, I don’t think you can get anybody who has looked at it from my side... to put something out in the public arena that was not correct. And, I will stand by that information...” said Wiggins. “That’s what happens when you spin everything,” interjected Reese. “I put everything out in the paper...” “I don’t spin anything...” said Wiggins. Cooley banged his gavel, “That’s enough.” “Fine. Thank you,” said Wiggins. “I’d like to make a com­ ment,” said Pixley. “Could I make one last comment?” asked Semrau. “Sure,” said Cooley. “Mr. Wiggins, I would suggest you crawl under the nearest rock,” he said. “You’re entitled to your opinion,” said Wiggins. Pixley was then given the floor. “Back in March, that’s when this whole problem started, and I’m sorry it did. The first budget, I was given, and you were given also I believe,” said Pixley indicat­ ing the other board members. “I went over it. This was sup­ posed to be looked at and we were supposed to approve it or disapprove it at the April meeting. “I took it home. 1 looked at it There were increases in pay, so I got to thinking per­ centage-wise. I think mine was 3%. I think Jud’s, one of his; either assessor or super­ visor was 7%. Trustees, I believe were 2.3 or 3% or more a year,” she continued. “I checked Loma’s. Loma’s was a 20% increase, on the proposed budget we were given in March. I questioned that. I came in and talked to Jud about it. “I said, ‘what is the think­ ing here and why is it 20%?’ I couldn’t see 20%,” said Pixley. “His comment to me. was, she wanted more and he See ATTACK, page 10 Something to Think About DAVID D. ROSIER --------------- DIRECTOR- LEGALITIES AFTER DEATH Death of a loved one is always difficult. With the proper legal assistance, the aftermath can be much easier for the survivors. 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While 20-year -Id Carlyle was competed in the 4-H State Dairy Days in Lansing, where he showed his own cow and earned the Grand Champion Dairy Cow Award, his siblings Tina, Levi, Brittany and Eric, were participating in 4-H events at the Barry County Fair, where 16-year-old Eric won the Grand Champion Dairy Cow award for the first time. "I thought it was pretty exciting to have two family members get Grand Champion at different events in different towns the same week," said their mother, Louisa Westendorp. The Westendorp kids show they know about rais­ ing dairy cows, they grew up helping out on the dairy farm of their parents, Doug and Westendorp, Louisa Westvale-vu Dairy Farm at the comer ofM-79 and M-66 south of Nashville. The youngsters now are assisting with the family’s latest enter­ prise, the- MOO-ville cream­ ery. Eric Westendorp (far right) with his Grand Champion dairy cow at the Barry County Fair. While Eric and Carlyle Brittany took first place earned Grand Champion sta­ junior in the judging compe­ tus with their entries, 14- tition and Tina took third. year-olds Brittany, Levi and Levi was 10th in dairy man­ Tina were racking up awards agement and Tina was sev­ of their own, taking part in enth. Brittany took first in the Dairy Quiz Bowl, judg- the showmanship competi­ ing contest, dairy manage­ tion and Tina took second. ment and showmanship com­ The Westendorps took third petitions at the Barry County place as a team in the Dairy Fair. Quiz Bowl. EMS, continued front page 1 request. The Service shall respond to your request no later than August 11, 2005 by doing one of the follow­ ing: 1. Granting the request 2. Issuing a written notice to you denying the request; or, 3. Granting the request in part and issuing a written notice to you denying the request in part." After the motions were made, there was open discus­ sion. " The village didn’t make their (quarterly) payment," said Crothers. "Nope," responded Coll, who is a trustee for the Nashville Village Council. "What’s going to happen?" asked Crothers The Village Council rou­ tinely approves quarterly payments for transfer/recycle, the fire department and the EMS service in July. However, during last month’s meeting, the council members went into closed session to discuss the unfair labor practice proceedings Wed. & Thurs., August 10 & 11 - 9AM to 6PM involving the EMS. When Fri., August 12 - 9AM to 3:30PM they returned to open ses­ sion, they voted to withhold Peace United Methodist Church 4 miles west ofNashville their quarterly payment to Comer M-79 and Barryville Road the EMS until the Aug. 11 Clothing, household items, books, greeting cards, meeting. Coll explained briefly that plants and more the matter would be before PROCEEDS FOR MISSIONS 06613269 JI the council on the second Second Time Around Sale and Bake Sale OPEN 7 DA/S A WEEK 6AiM - SPM < 5*^' P 0 ft kk» ty. & p if '■* '* - A«K «K jSgL The “Masters of Harmony will sing Sunday morning at the Kalamo United Methodist Church. Due to the points she accumulated in both the team and individual events, Tina earned second place junior and won a calf. "She was second place, so The Kalamo United she got fourth pick," said Louisa. "I think it’s pretty Methodist Church will welcool that she got to come come the "Masters Of Harmony" to sing Sunday, home with an animal.” Aug. 14, at the 11 a.m. con­ temporary worship service. They will share their blend of “spirit filled” singing and their heartfelt ministry with Thursday in August. "Do we need somebody the congregation. Originally from the board to come?" organized in 1946 the masasked Crothers. 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Extension Office will be closed during lunch, please-call ahead. 15-17Wetlands Adventure Day Camp, KBS. 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. 17 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. 18 Pop Can Fundraiser, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Barry 20 County Courthouse Lawn. Open Fun Horse Show, 9 a.m., Barry County 21 Fairgrounds. Aug. 9-31 Aug. Aug. Aug. Aug. Aug. oca ancerwns Friday, Friday, Aug. Aug. 12 12 etaTTuna bulensa salad, sapllaudm, marinated smarpiintaatedswveg veege­-t scholarship to ballet camp etables, plums, pita, sweet county’s master plan will eaes,pums,pa,swee treat. Maple Valley High School have the most impact on Monday, Aug. 15 student Jillian Simmons, 15, small communities that do Chicken and dumplings, has won a scholarship to not have their own plan­ carrots, Brussels sprouts, Hope College’s Cecchetti ning and zoning commis­ fresh apple. (Ballet) Council of America sions. Summer Intensive program. Tuesday, Aug. 16 . The scholarship was worth “I want as much partici­ Scalloped potatoes w/ham, $400 and enabled Jillian to pation as possible because I spinach, cobbler, dinner roll. continue her studies in the think this master plan, ballet technique developed Meals on Wheels Supper especially from farmers, by Enrico Cecchetti in the Meal because I feel this master mid to late 19th century. Wednesday, Aug. 10 Simmons auditioned in plan most effects farmers in Roast beef w/cheese, gar- March for the intensive trainour area. We can discuss the pros and the cons of ho banzo bean salad, peaches, ing camp that was held July 10-23, and found out the this master plan effects the whole wheat bread. same day that she won the Thursday, Aug. 11 farmers in our area,” he Ham salad spread, broccoli scholarship. Jillian Simmons Jillian, along with 150 bal­ said. “I want as much par­ raisin salad,' applesauce, let students from the USA a week (approximately nine ticipation as possible so we white bread. and Canada studied with hours) and is part of the Elite can have as good a master Friday, Aug. 12 teachers/dancers versed in Dance Team. plan as possible.” Turkey pasta salad, cole ballet, choreography and “My favorite technique This will be the last of a slaw, mandarin oranges. dance life. The Cecchetti after ballet, of course, is lyri­ technique is called the cal, it is a combination of series of four public hear­ Monday, Aug. 15 ings, one held in each ofthe California Reuben spread, “teachers” ballet because of ballet and jazz and very four quadrants in Barry pea and cheese salad, fruited the structured grades that expressive,” said Jillian, who aide both teacher and dancer will be teaching her first County to allow residents, jello, rye bread. in technique development. classes this year and looks Kevin and Beverly were married on August 16,1980 business and property ownTuesday, Aug. 16 “The best part of the camp forward to putting her own at St. Cyril’s. Help my father and mother celebrate this ers to give their feedback Meatloaf sandwich, pickled was, taking class with princi- ideas for choreography on special occasion by sending a card to 307 Fuller St., beets, pineapple, whole wheat ple dancers, the challenging her students and trying to on the proposed zoning. Nashville, Michigan 49073. Happy anniversary - Love, technical classes and meeting help kids have a passion for bread. Shaundenae. all the kids that have the dance, too. She has been Events same interests as me,” she dancing since she was 10 Wednesday, Aug. 10 years old. Hastings, Nails, Euchre said. Simmons is ,a dance stu­ She is also part of the 12:30 p.m.; Osteoporosis dent at Center Stage Dance Featuring a complete color guard (flag corps) at classes 9-10 a.m. and 1-2 Academy in Woodland, Maple Valley High School. 5 nights a week. p.m. where she takes eight classes Thursday, Aug. 11 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Cancer Support 7 p.m. Nashville, TV Time. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Aug. 12 - Hastings, Bingo; Oil Painting 9:30 a.m. Woodland, Visiting. Nashville, Trip, leave site 10: 30 a.m. with every dinnerpurchased thru 8-12-05 Monday, Aug. 15 Hastings, Music with Sam, Card Making 12:30 p.m.,, Starting August 7th, Crafts 10 a.m. H,W,N, Delton, To the editor: Reminiscence. didn’t get a house for Habitat Sunday Brunch—10 am - 2 pm Welcome to the Village of with an attached garage. Bingo. Featuring over 40 items with “made to order” Omelets. Nashville, the village that ~ Tuesday, Aug. 16 We didn’t go for the free 06613382 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30- tells you who hauls your food. We just want a nice 955 N. Main (M-66) • Nashville 11: 30 a.m.; Bocce Ball; trash every Thursday, and if place and to keep it that way. 517-852-0106 you put a new home up, then A garage and fenced-in yard Alzheimer Support. you’re told, “No, you can not is not all that bad, just some­ build a two-car garage, even thing we pay for from though you have a big space scratch, out of our own pock­ for it.” ets. 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Main Street, Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9,2005 — Page’7 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library Hear Ye! Hear Ye! On Tuesday, Aug. 9, the library will be host for the final summer reading event in the “Dragons, Dreams & Daring Deeds” program. A Medieval Faire will start at 2 pm. in the Vermontville park. Upon signing in, all the children registered for the program will receive gold coins that can be redeemed for a vari- ety of things. King Kelsey will choose the castle that pleases him the most at 3 p.m. The children had fun Aug. 2 making their costumes to wear to the faire. They also put the finishing touches on the castles they made last week. The Vermontville Hardware store donated the tape and paint used to make the castles. Amanda Wright, Hillary, Heather and Anita Ruffner, Judy Scott and Cheryl Sheridan again were on hand to help and to perform their own brand of “Daring Deeds.” The reading portion ofthis year’s program officially ends on Saturday, Aug. 13. This is when all entries into the drawing box and the sheets recording how much Lucas Robles, Chayla Robles, mom Kathy Robles and Logan McDaniel wearing the knights visor, with Christine Terpening in the background. These are some of the castles made at the Vermontville Township Library. time was spent reading must be turned in. Every three hours spent reading earns a coupon for a free DVD or VHS rental movie; The drawing for prizes will take place at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16. New junior fiction: Temple of the Dragonslayer, Book One in the Dragonlance Spell Binder Quartet by Tim Waggoner, Secret of the Spiritkeeper, Book One in the Knights of the Silver g Dragon series by Matt Forbeck and book 11 of the Fear Street Nights series, Midnight Games by R.L. Stine. Adult Fiction: Man of My Dreams and Keeper of the Heart by Johanna Lindsey, A Cold­ Blooded Business by Dana Stabenow, Romance by Ed McBain, and Book 3 in the Bells of Lowell series, These Tangled Threads by Tracie Peterson. Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16,20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 06605333 IilBI ST R1llll1l/le1ff1iai1ll1l* ■■IE ■■istVIl*th*lh Ialtthe %. YI Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service LI/mis. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE . Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HWJS’ , EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR............................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor........................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 Avery McDaniel and Kelia Hamilton. ON 2.6 ACRES NEAR HASTINGS SOUTHWEST OF 37 & 43 JUNCTION (2+ MILES) - SHOWS LIKE NEW!! IF YOU ARE THINKING OF "BUILDING" CHECK THIS OUTII OCCUPANCY AT CLOSE!! COMPLETELY "REDONE"!! NEW LISTINGzFAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE Built in 2000, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, more bedrooms possible In basement (partioned but not completely finished). Central air, first floor laundry, attached 2 car garage & cement drive. Call Rick or Homer for all the details. 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Love, Dadi Mom, Sammy & Zach Mr. and Mrs. Ted Edinger are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter,Nicole Edinger to Ryan Markley, son of Joe and Teresa Garrett of Hastings and Greg and Barb Markley of Jenison. Nicole is a 2003 graduate of Maple Valley. She is cur­ rently employed at Wal-Mart of Hastings. Ryan is a 1999 graduate of Jenison. He is currently employed as a security guard. Both are attending college at KCC. The couple will be united Sept’ 3, 2005. They will reside in Hastings. 4 ACRES: Black top road, ni f jtville, conven­ tional perk, QZyed. Modulars acceptable. Cal (VL-89) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer available. Call Homer. * (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. 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(CH-108M �■Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 9, 2005 — Page 8 Ribbon cutting marks opening of Mulberry Gardens Restaurant The owners-of Mulberry Gardens Restaurant, located in the Mulberry Gardens banquet facility in Nashville, invited members ofthe Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce, local politicians and members of the business community to join them for a ribbon cutring ceremony and to enjoy a sampling of chef Nyle Wells’ appetizers and desserts last Thursday as a kickoff to their week-long grand opening celebration. The grand opening started on Sunday with Mulberry Garden’s Sunday brunch which will be offered every week from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. "No one will leave hun­ gry," said Wells. The brunch ($10.95 for adults and $6.95 for children ages 12 and under) features a 24-foot breakfast buffet with more than 40 items featuring omelets and waffles made to order on the line, plus a fruit and salad bar and a dessert bar as well. Until the end of September, Mulberry Gardens is offering a special fund-raising program for all local churches. Owners Orvin Moore, Tad Davis and John Parish will donate $1 to any local church for each bulletin that parishoners bring to the Sunday brunch. "One church said they would use the money toward remodeling their kitchen, another said they would use it for their youth mission trip. All local churches are involved," said Parish. "If it works out, we may extend it indefinitely." Mulberry Garden’s Restaurant, a smoke-free facility, will be open from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and will offer a variety of dining options, including a prime rib special on Fridays. "We are a dinner restau­ rant and we want to provide a complete dinning experi­ ence. We offer mixed drinks, beer and wine and full menu and what I think is one ofthe most beautiful views in Barry County," said Wells, indicating the rolling greens of the Mulberry Fore Golf Course through the bank of windows which line the walls of the dinning area. Entrees, including salad, roll and potato start at $6.95, and the children’s menu offers a variety of selections for $2.95. All entrees include the complementary dessert bar. The owners and chef of Mulberry Gardens Restaurant are joined by local politicians, representatives from other local businesses and the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday afternoon. "Homemade desserts are really the specialty of the house. I am a trained pastry chef and that is my forte," said Wells as he demonstrat­ ed the array of desserts care­ fully displayed on the dessert table. The restaurant had a "soft" opening earlier this year and is already starting to attract a clientele from not only Nashville, but also the sur­ rounding area. "We get a lot of golfers who come in for dinner after known as Willie’s Asphalt, but he changed the name to Murray’s Asphalt in 1996, when he sold the paving por­ tion ofthe business and start­ ed doing maintenance. After a few years in the maintenance business, the senior Murray had many requests to pave driveways and parking lots again, and in 2004 he decided to start paving again. The Murray’s business is unique because they have two other father and sons working for them as well. Scott "and his son Chris, and Dwayne and his son Brandon work for the Murrays, who say that truly makes theirs a Offering Gifts and ANTIQUES! *<Alot you* o*duia*y gljl stole” ©^e*Uig gifte that ane unique and dl^etenL <3*u(y “something special!." 207 N. Plain (Fl-66) Nashville 517-852-0313 The Salon at Kathy's A Ml Service Hair Salon for Men, Women CMMtecn Just IO minutes east of Hastings 5 1 7'852*03 1 3 WE ALSO OFFER TANNING, MANICURES, PEDICURES AND STATE OF THE ART MASSAGE CHAIR TREATMENTS Come In Jo* Ik kiiAOut - Come bocfc Jo* tta enpeiienoef Willie J. Murray has been promoted to foreman of his father’s company, Murray’s Asphalt. All the perks ofan upscale salon in the comfort of your hometown Willie G. Murray the owner of Murray’s Asphalt recently announced that his son, Willie J. Murray, was promoted foreman this spring and has taken on an active role in the familyowned company since his Now Accepting Registration for Fall Classes • • • • • Hip Hop Lyrical Ballet Tap Jazz Musical Theatre Classes Preschool Classes Beg. Hip Hop Registration Hours: 5pm-7pm Wednesday, August 10th DANCE STUDIO can enjoy drinks and dinner comparable or better than what they would find in Grand Rapids or Lansing without the drive.” Son earns a promotion in local family business Something Special at Kathy's Walk-ins Welcome— their game or have their wives join them and we’re also starting to get a lot of people coming in from Lake Odessa,’ said Wells. "We’re really trying to fill a niche in the community by offering people a place where they Class sizes limited, so be sure to register early! Contact Step N' Time Dance Studio today!!! 517.852.9910 stepntime@hotmail.com Located directly above Something Special By Kathy in Nashville, Ml!!! Check us out on the web at www.stepntimedancestudio.com graduation in May. The younger Murray said he enjoys learning about every aspect of the business which he plans to own some day in the near future. The younger Murray has taken over the seal-coating and maintenance division. Every driveway Murray does is done by hand with a brush for a smooth, even finish with no over spray onto the grass. The elder Murray said he is pleased to have passed this "dying art" down to his son. The younger Murray has also undertaken to design his first website www.murrayasphalt.com. In his junior year, he took computer technology class at Lansing Community College and one year of web design at Hastings High School during his senior year. The senior Murray has been in the asphalt business for 30 years, starting as a laborer. He worked for other companies for many years and used what he had learned to start his own business in 1987. The company was first family-run business. Also, the senior Murray, Scott and Dwayne all went to school together and have known each other for 35 years. The eldest Murray has been married to his wife, Lisa, for 21 years and the couple have lived in the Barry County area their entire lives. The couple has two younger sons, Tyler and Nick, who currently attend Maple Valley Schools and are also planning to work for the family business in the near future. For more information about Murray’s Asphalt call (517) 852-0530. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on August 18, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a variance request for 617 Washington to move an existing garage to a line about 2'6" inside the lot line. The section of the Zoning ordinance that is in question is Section 5. If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by August 17, 2005, and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 9,2005 — Page 9 MILLAGES, continued from page 1 ‘Phial Inta *,k««nhBi *kWnk ■W ^iishfii Cr «ifr '*WP *■» h 1 #1 K' cent approval (59.5%) in its port of a citizens’ committee, proposal for a quarter of a led by MainStreet Savings mill for 10 years to make up Bank CEO David Hatfield, for what the service has lost was very helpful in getting in state and federal funding. the word out and in gaining Barry County Transit was support. one of the last such agencies While voters countywide in the state to operate with­ were in a generous mood for out local millage support. the two millage propositions, Joe Bleam, director of the Castleton Township resitransit service, said the quar­ dents rejected the pay raises ter of a mill will raise about township officials gave $400,000 a year and will themselves last April on a 2restore services and enhance to-1 basis. availability of rides for peo­ Citizen Donald Wiggins ple living in more rural areas led an unusual petition drive ofthe county. Had the transit to let voters decide on millage failed, the service accepting or rolling back the would have been severely pay increases, which aver­ curtailed or even terminated aged only about 2.3 percent, in the near future. but Wiggins maintained vot­ The transit request was ers who aren’t getting raises approved almost everywhere shouldn’t pay for public offi­ in Barry County. It was cials to get the same. turned down in one The voters were hardest Prairieville Township on veteran Castleton precinct and in Assyria, Supervisor Justin Cooley, Irving and Orangeville town­ with 73 percent (311 to 114) ships, but enjoyed a huge voting down his raise as assmargin of 806 to 170 in the esor and 68.6 percent (294 to City of Hastings, or a whop­ 136) rejecting his increase as ping 86 percent approval. supervisor. “We were terribly happy Losing by the smallest to learn that we’ll be able to margin, but still by virtually continue to be operating,” 2-to-l, was Treasurer Loretta Bleam said Wednesday Pixley, with 66.5 percent morning. “We really had a (280 to 141) voting “no” to good feeling when the results her pay hike. Also having were coming in Tuesday their raises rolled back were night. I guess the voters were Clerk Loma Wilson (292 to telling us that there is value 138) and Trustees Jerry in taking care ofcitizens who Reese and David Dumond need help.” (295 to 135). Bleam acknowledged that “When you look at the he was nervous about the numbers, the voters pretty prospects of both the transit much sent a strong message and Thornapple millage that they feel things were not requests being passed on the being managed appropriately same ballot. and I think another factor “That worry did cross my that came into this that fail­ mind,” he said. “I was con­ ure to disclose information to cerned- that we might take a the public is unacceptable,” back seat to the Thomapple Wiggins said. Manor request, but I was sur­ “It’s really sad when pub­ prised and overjoyed by the lic officials are not attenuat­ results for both requests.” ed to what is going on in the Bleam added . that he public arena, in other words, thought the efforts and sup- they have been in an ivory M too tm!] Kai itoBi ^VfcWti to te stilsteattdl] itoa at ek:j nid mint ifato Fa am iilaiuM ■tail iis.talsjW ek to) wanted: Standing Timber can Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 ®ffl- Leonard Hughes Jr. otai UCIEHIK ^2 *22 vs (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder ossoszm what do you think? with Barry County 5th District Commissioner Mike Callton The Master Plan p** Barry County is growing. The west side of the county is experiencing most of the growth, losing more farmland every month. In the eastern townships there's still a lot of farmland, but low economic and residential growth. At least one eastern township reports tax stagnation, due to low growth. How do you control the quantity and quality of growth in Barry County? The Planning and Zoning Commission nave been working on a master plan. The recommendations of this master plan attempt to direct measured, quality growth, w while preserving the county's farming heritage. To protect the remaining large tracts of agricultural land, the master plan recom­ mends zoning much of the eastern county as agricultur­ al (Ag). Some farmers in this region have complained that they would lose some of their property rights, since Ag zonzon­ iing does not permit condo or subdivision development. Another concern was that it might perpetuate economic and tax stagnation. A plus would be the sale of transfer development rights to the growth areas. Should one part of the county be allowed to grow, while another part of the county is preserved? what do you think? There will be a forum for pub­ lic comments on the Master Plan on Thursday, August 18th from 6:00 PM to 9:00PM at the Castleton TWp. Hall. michaelcalltonl 81 @ hotmail.com —Paid for by Commissioner Mike Callton 06613363 tower and they are not pay­ ing attention. I think it is unfortunate for the voters and it is unfortunate for the public officials. When you get to the end of the day, there is a win on one side and a loss on the other. “Probably the only thing I can say on the voters’ side is they won the right for mana­ gerial oversight. But, in the short and long run, we have all lost something in the process. When people dig their heels in and say, ‘we’re doing it our way,’ they reap what they sow. “It’s an unfortunate con­ clusion to the matter, but it should tell elected officials, not just in Castleton, but in all the other townships and the County Board of Commissioners, that they have to operate in an accountable manner. They don’t have an unlimited blank check that they can keep drawing off of forever.” According to Wilson the law allows the officials and trustees to keep the increased salaries they recieved between the time the increases were approved in April and the election last Tues. However, as soon as the election was certified the salaries of the township offi­ cials and trustees were rolled back to what they were the Vermontville Lions Club previous year. The rollbacks are as follows: assessor, $15,280 rolled back to $14,940; supervisor $6,490 to $6,345; clerk $15,351.33 to $14,420; t treasurer $12,645 to $12,360; trustees $1,725 each to $1,625 each Irving Township also lost in its bid to pass a millage to have a new fire station/township hall built The total tally for the two precincts was 273 to 208, or 56.7% to 43.3%. Prairieville Township had four millage requests for fire, police and road services, alll of which were approved by wide margins. All were mill­ age renewals for four years. Proposition #1, a fire mill­ age renewal, was approved 292 to 114; Proposition #2, a police millage renewal, 269 to 141; Proposition #3, a road millage renewal, 256 to 147, and Proposition #4, another fire millage renewal, 263 to 145. About 15.6 percent of Baity County’s 41,834 vot­ ers showed up at the polls Tuesday, a little more than half of the numbers that could be expected at an August primary election in even-numbered years. . (Staff Writer Sandra Ponsetto contributed to this report) Collecting movies for combat troops A non-profit organization Adopt a Military Combat Unit, founded by a Hastings woman, is collecting new and used DVD and VHS movies to send to troops sta­ tioned in combat zones. Donations of movies for troops may be left at Curves for Women, King’s Electronics & Appliances or the American Legion Post 45 (located at the former TickTock Restaurant), all in Hastings. People are encouraged to provide names and addresses of servicemen and women they know in combat areas so movies may be sent to them. The organization observes copyright laws. For more information, call 269-945-2340. Sunfield High history book now finished The Sunfield Historical Society’s “Sunfield High School History” is finished and will be on sale Friday, Aug. 19, at the Farmers Picnic. The 614-page soft bound book is full of pictures and information about graduates, teachers, sports and the band. Edgar Fleetham and Anne Merrill have written the his­ tory of the school from 1892 to 1966, and many graduates have contributed their mem­ ories of school and social life. Questionnaires were sent out giving graduates a chance to share some recol­ lections such as “Did you* ever skip school?” and “Did you ever get caught?” The “Sunfield High School History” cost is $25 with $5 shipping. Send check and mailing address to Sunfield Historical Society, PO Box 251, Sunfield Mich. 48890. Copies will be avail­ able at the library. Call Jan Sedore at 517­ 267-9254 for more informa­ tion. The Sunfield High School reunion will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, in the school gym. Sunfield graduates have been meeting at 6 p.m. for dinner once a month at the Comer Landing in Ionia on M-66. The next meeting is Tuesday Aug. 23. “It’s a chance to sit, talk and have a good time,” said Sedore. to honor Wayne Lobert The Vermontville Lions Club will sponsor "Wayne Lobert Day" from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, in an infor­ mal open house to honor a long-time member for his many contributions to the Vermontville community, the Lions Clubs of Michigan and other worthwhile causes in Eaton County. The open house will be held in the Vermontville Opera House, located at 230 S. Main St. in Vermontville. "The many contributions Wayne Lobert will be made by Wayne to various honored by the organizations has been Vermontville Lion’s Club appreciated by those of us with an open house who have worked with him Sunday, Aug. 21. over the many years,” said Bill Mason, past president of your attendance at this the Vermontville Lions Club. event.” “He has been generous with For more information, call his time, insight and Russ Laverty at (517) 726­ resources. We have chosen 1115, Gene Fisher (517) this time to honor Wayne and 726-0670, or Mason (517) would greatly appreciate 726-0286. Adult enrichment classes may be offered this fall The Maple Valley School District has plans to offer two, <possibly three, evening adult enrichment classes at Maple Valley High School this fall. So far, there are plans to offer a scrap booking and a computer class, and there is a possibility a building trades class will also be offered. The classes are tentatively scheduled to be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at the high school. The class fees are estimated to range from $20 to $50 to offset the cost for materials. The eight-week courses are slated to run from Monday, Sept. 26, through Thursday, Nov. 17. New classes will be scheduled to begin after the holidays. Organizers say they will be conducting a community surveys to see what other types of classes may be of interest. For more information, call (517) 852-9275 or (517) 852­ 9794. ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE WILL BEGIN CONSTRUC­ TION OF THE CURB ON LENTZ STREET ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2005, THE STREET REPAIRS FOR LENTZ STREET AND WASHINGTON STREET WILL BEGIN ON AUGUST 16, 2005. NASHVILLE DPW 06613359 M00-ville Creamery 2 miles south of Nashville On the comer of M-79 & M-66 Anyone who comes in and Open: peciar Flavor 6 Days a Week / A'nniversary 10-10 Cake Closed Sundays , Farm Tours: Thur., Fri. & Sat.at 2:00PM $3.00 Per Person \ Amaretto (Or call to set up special time for 10 or more people.) Meeting Room available for complete birthday parties, family gatherings, or home parties. Call for more info.: 269-838-8017 M-o-o-o-S Free Ice Cream Certificate between 10AM & 3PM will Receive a We will be bottling soon, watch, for our ad. Ludous Lemon Drive-Thru is Open! 06613338 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 9,2005 — Page 10 MHSAA announces some rule changes for 2005 fall season Over 118,000 student-ath­ letes will greet the beginning of a new school year in the coming week, beginning fall practice in eight sports at member schools of the Michigan High School Athletic Association. The fall season is general­ ly the most popular partici­ pation season, with approxi­ mately 118,000 youngsters of 517,000 enrolled students taking part. This year, prac­ tice begins on Aug. 8 with football, followed by boys fall golf on Aug. 11. Golf cannot begin competition before Aug. 15. All other fall sports may begin practice on Aug. 15, with competition allowed on the first day of practice in’cross country and girls tennis. The earliest game date for boys’ soccer is Aug. 26, girls’ swimming and diving in the Lower Peninsula may open activity on Aug. 27, and girls basketball may begin competition on Aug. 29. Practice in football must begin on Aug. 8 for all schools wishing to begin reg­ ular season games the week­ end of Aug. 26-28. Schools must have 14 days ofpresea­ son practice at all levels before their first game. All football schools must con­ duct at least three condition­ ing days of practice before beginning contact, and the conditioning sessions may not include any pads. This year, two football dates precede Labor Day. Thursday varsity games will not take place in Week 1, but will take place in Week 2. On Labor Day weekend, 225 games will be played on Thursday, Sept. 1-, 78 games will be played on Friday, Sept. 2, and 10 games will be played on Saturday, Sept. 3. A noticeable National Federation of State High School Associations rules change in football involves pass interference, where con­ tact made which is obviously away from the direction of the thrown ball is no longer a foul; and the rules were clar­ ified to penalize hindering an opponent’s vision without attempting to make a play on the ball, whether or nbt con­ tact is made. There will also be a limit on forward passes to one during a play. While multi­ ple forward passes on a play were rare, prohibiting them simplifies determining eligi­ ble receivers. Any number of backward passes may contin­ ue to be thrown during a play. The momentum excep­ tion is no longer limited to caught balls, and now also apply to recoveries of a ball hitting the ground on a kick or a fumble. A substitution rule requires a mark nine yards from each sideline, and all players must be between those marks when the ball is snapped. Additionally, a period may not be extended if its final play includes an accepted penalty that involves the loss of a down. In Michigan, MHSAA Handbook regulations have been modified to cover situa­ tions where a school forfeits a football contest and it is alleged that the forfeit is for reasons other than health, risk or other compelling issues, but rather to avoid competition. In such situa­ tions, school administrations from the forfeiting school are required to appear before the MHSAA Executive Committee. Sub-varsity teams will be allowed to schedule and play football games under National Federation rules for fewer than 11 players. Basketball will see the coaches box expanded to 14 feet for those games in which it is desired by the competing schools and which the venue can accommodate. Team members are prohibited from removing their jersey or pants within the visual con­ fines of the playing area, with the penalty being a technical foul. A team control foul has been added to help officials more accurately and consis­ tently penalize offensive fouls, with the penalty for such a foul being a throw-in. The penalty for double per­ sonal, double technical and simultaneous fouls has been changed from an alternatingpossession throw-in to resuming play from the point of interruption. A player leaving the court for an authorized reason will now be treated as a violation rather than a technical foul. A soccer rules change will see taunting become a more serious violation, resulting in a “hard” red card requiring the ejection of the player from the game and not being replaced. A swimming and diving rules change allows an indi­ vidual to continue to com­ pete if after being detected for wearing illegal attire or jewelry, removes the illegal items. No longer will that individual be disqualified from the event in which the illegal item was worn. Golf will see the addition of a District level of compe­ tition in the MHSAA post­ season tournament for Lower Peninsula boys. The change was made to help reduce the field reaching the Finals of the event to the same size as the Girls tournament in the Spring - 90 - to improve the flow of play. In addition, no cuts will be made in the twoday Final event of teams or individuals. one... Sand Ridge, they were sent their tax bills on the 1st of July... just like all the other mortgage companies...” “I get a lot of calls from them," said Cooley. ■“And that is why that computer out there is backed up,” said Pixley. “Every day that I work on my computer at home it is backed up down here in this one.” “That’s fine and dandy,” said Cooley, “but I want you to get a password on there that only you know. So you’re the only one that can get on that computer because I’m not going to do like we did last year. Whenever there is a mistake made, it’s always my fault. That’s not going to happen again this year.” “Ifyou want to look up tax information or something that somebody come in and wants, OK, do it; but do not put anything on there,” said Pixley to Cooley. “That’s your responsibili­ ty,” said Cooley. Tim Rugg took the floor again, “In the public eye, pointing fingers just don’t do good,” he said. “He done this, she done this, he done this — that don’t help me out a bit. I just want to know why it wasn’t straightened out.” “Sherry Rugg said that before the meeting Pixley denied talking to her in April, “But I know that it was you,” she said. “And now I am writing down phone conversations. I didn’t think I’d have to do it here... But, apparently people are going to deny they’re being spoke to unless I can quote a time, date and place.” “Loretta had called me today and when I talked to her I was sort of reminded of the case of Rodney King, who had been dragged out of his car and beaten,” said DeMond. “The cars were burning, the buildings were burning and Rodney said, ‘can’t we all get along?’ That was his statement to (he news. “Now, ever since I have been here, and Loma has been much better about this lately, but I have heard it from a resident, in confi­ dence, and I’ve talked to Loretta and she says you two guys (Loma Wilson and Jud Cooley) pick on her,” he continued. “We have a very unfriendly workplace, is what we have, and you guys have to get along. Something has to be worked out. I agree... you should have business hours, I think Loretta should be available at some times. But, Loretta’s spin on this thing is that you two guys pick on her con­ stantly and...” “I have bent over back­ wards to help Loretta ever since she’s been treasurer,” Cooley interjected. “I’ve bent over backwards; I’ve done a lot of her work for her. I’ve done anything I can to help her. But, every time there is a mistake made, it’s always my fault. She’s never accepted responsibility. I have tried.” “I have always been opposed to keeping two sets of books...” said DeMond. “I do think that if a board member is not informed of some issue or feels like they are left out... you know, we should not leave this board until we are informed of the information that you don’t feel that you know,” said Reese. “Ifyou somehow did­ n’t get the information, you certainly should research it and get that information if you want it so decisions can be made because everything we receive as a board you should have as free informa­ tion before we get here... If you’re not getting the infor­ mation you want, I would not leave here without trying to secure it>omehow.” “I think the treasurer should make her report out so we can have it here, a number of days prior to the meeting so we can have a look at it,” said Cooley. “Verifying information, ATTACK, continued from page 4 had to talk her down to 20%. I’m sorry I didn’t have a tape recorder; I would have loved to have taped it.” “I called Dave when I got home and I asked if he had looked at it,” she continued. “And, he had looked at it and we compared it and I also talked to Jerry about it.” “Why didn’t you talk to me about it?” asked Loma Wilson. “You weren’t in the office at the time,” replied Pixley “Why didn’t you call me?” asked Loma Wilson again. “Jud told me what you were thinking that your job, your duties were being increased and I did talk to you one day later about it,” replied Pixley. “So, on April 4th, I was called and we were going to have a special budg­ et hearing. And, I’m pretty sure that we never would have had a special budget hearing if this first budget had not been noticed, if it had gone through and been approved it would not have been any problem; but...” “That’s your assumption,” said Cooley. “On April 5th we were given a second budget to Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HIGH DEDUCTABLE HEALTH INSURANCE, GIVE US A CALL IS YOUR IRA PAYING 13%-14% INTEREST? IF NOT, GIVE US A CALL. Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail; retobias@sbcglobal.net oosissra look at and that had every­ one, across the board, 2.3%, which I agreed to,” contin­ ued Pixley. “Everyone got the same increase across the board.” “And why was that?” asked Reese. “That’s what we agreed to,” said Pixley. "... At the workshop,” said Reese. “At the workshop,” agreed Pixley. Cooley stated that every year he draws up the pro­ posed budget, “Sometimes before we get to the final budget I’ll have two or three different budgets. The first budget is the base and we work it down to the one we finally adopt,” he said. Pixley then moved on to the letters from individuals and businesses complaining about their inability to get her to return their calls. “I have no idea who this Carol Henning is. It should have been on letterhead. If I had a number, I would have called her back. I never received a call on my caller ID from Carol Henning,” said Pixley. “The banks that do call me, I return their calls, Nadine, I called her back... I think there was a misunderstanding on that Trains! Trains! Trains! Saturday & Sunday, Aug. 13 & 14 • 10-6 The Children's Garden Leila Arboretum Society W. Michigan near 20th St., Battle Creek Kids Activities 10-2 • Admission Fee Gifts! • Models! www. 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M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At dining room, 2 months old. the front counter. Paid $8,000. Sell $2,500. Will seperate. (517)204-0600 5 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Friday & Saturday, August SLEIGH BED: queen cherry 12th & 13th, 8am-6pm. 8635 wood with pillowtop mat­ Thomapple Lake Rd. Nashtress set, $175. (517)719-8062 ville. Something for everySWEET CORN & LOTS OF one! IT!!! $2 a dozen. (517)852­ 1935 Real Estate 4 BUILDING SITES: 2.2 to 8.6 acres. 3 with north branch of Thomapple River frontage. Approximately 5 miles northeast of Hastings. $49,900-$62,900. Land contract terms available. (616)891-8982. Wanted Card ofThanks ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CARD OF THANKS The family of Dorothy .Gardner Mahar would like to thank the Eaton Community Hospice for the wonderful care and concern they had for our mother during her stay there. We would also like to thank Eastor "Rich Mitterling" for is comforting words at her service and Daniels Funeral Home for their help in the arrangements. Thanks to the Congregational Church of Vermontville and the L.C.A. ladies for the nice luncheon following the funeral service. We all appreciate it very much. Many Thanks. MAIN STREET RECONSTRUCTION & WESTSIDE/EASTSIDE DRIVE INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN Sealed proposals will be received until 1:00 pm, local time, on Friday August 26, 2005, by a representative of the Village of Vermontville at 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Ml 49096. Immediately thereafter, all propos­ als received will be publicly opened and read aloud. Federal funding is being provided as part of this project and therefore Jobs Wanted 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. approximately as follows: 12,550 syd of Pavement Removal, 2,600 tons of HMA MDOT 13A, Barry County Commission 12,573 syd of 6” and 8" Aggregate Base, 13,100 syd of MDOT Class II Sand Subbase, 2,096 Ift of 12” and 15” Storm Sewer, 3,750 Ift of 6” Underdrain, 24,780 sft of concrete sidewalk (stamped and plain), street lighting and tree on Aging planting. Village Office at 121 Eastside Drive, Vermontville, Ml 49096 and at the Engineer's office located at 8180 Broadmoor Ave, SE, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Bidding documents may also be examined at the following locations on or after August 3,2005. Builders Exchange of Michigan: Grand Rapids, Lansing, Kalamazoo and Saginaw Dodge Planroom: Grand Rapids, Flint and Southfield Construction Association of Michigan: Bloomfield Hills Bidding Documents may be obtained at the office of Wilcox Professional Services, LLC at the address listed above or call to order at (616) 891 -0800. A non-refundable cost of $50.00 will be charged for each set of drawings and specifications requested. An additional $10.00 will be charged for ship­ ping plans. A certified check, cashiers check or an acceptable bld bond for a sum no less than five percent (5%) of the amount of the proposal will be required with each submittal. The right is reserved by The Village of Vermontville to accept any pro­ posal, to reject any proposal, and / or to waive irregularities in proposals. It is Village of Vermontville’s intention to award a contract in a manner deemed in the best interest of the Village of Vermontville. Village of Vermontville Doug Kelsey Village President 06613334 nim CASH PAID FOR all your used unwanted lawn trac­ tors, go carts, snowmobiles, minibikes and motorcydes/cars and boats. Any condition accepted. Please call (616)299-9894. PARCEL 2: ALSO THE N 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, EXCEPT A PARCEL SOLD TO CONSUMERS POWER COM­ PANY AND RECORDED IN LIBER 307 OF DEEDS ON PAGE 449 AND DESCRIBED AS A STRIP OF LAND 311 FT WIDE ACROSS THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SAID SECTION 27, AND DESCRIBED AS FOL­ LOWS: TO FIND THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION COMMENCE AT THE SW CORNER OF SAID SECTION, RUN THENCE S 89 DEG 46’05” EAST ALONG THE S LINE OF SAID SECTION 871.05 FT TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION, THENCE CON­ TINUING SOUTH 89 DEG 46’05” E ALONG SAID S LINE OF SAID SECTION 317.64 FT, THENCE N 11 DEG 30’15” W 1345 FT TO THE S 1/8 LINE OF SAID SEC­ TION; THENCE N 89 DEG 46’32” W ALONG SAID S 1/8 LINE OF SAID SECTION 317.63 FT, THENCE S 11 DEG 30’15” E 1345.01 FT TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING. ALL IN SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, BARRY TOWN­ SHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHI­ GAN. The redemption period shall be 12 months from the date of such sale unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. DATED: July 19, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F.A. Assignee of Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) 540-7701 ASAP712065 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9 of work involved with this Grow Michigan Public Works Grant Project are be examined during normal business hours, on or after August 3,2005 at the PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: BUYING ELECTRIC GUI­ TARS: All kinds, all shapes. We pay cash on the spot. Second Hand Comers, downtown Hastings. (269)945-5005 CORRECTED NOTICE Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mort­ gage made by ERIC A RECK, A SINGLE MAN to AMERIFIRST FINANCIAL CORPORATION , Mortgagee, dated February 26, 1999, and recorded on March 04, 1999 as Instrument No. 1026045, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned by said mortgagee to WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK F.A., on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of eighty four thousand one hundred three and 97/100 Dollars ($84,103.97), including interest at 7.500% 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 mortgage will be foreclosed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public venue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on August 18, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF BARRY, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: EXHIBIT A PARCEL 1: THAT PART OF THE S 1/2 OF THE N 1/2 OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 27, T1N, R9W, LYING WESTERLY OF THE CONSUMERS POWER COM­ PANY PARCEL, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 307 OF DEEDS PAGE 449 AS RECORDED IN BARRY COUNTY REGISTER OF DEEDS AND LYING EASTERLY OF THE CENTERLINE OF HIGHWAY (BROOKLODGE ROAD), RESERVING THE WESTERLY 33 FEET FOR ROAD HIGHWAY PURPOSES. - Davis-Bacon shall be applied to this construction project. The major items Contract documents, drawings and specifications will be on file and may BABYSITTING IN MY HOME: 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift. Please call, (269)948-9269. O O 1995 HOLIDAY RAMBLER ALUMA-LITE 29' TRAILER DELUXE: Like new, fully loaded, light blue interior, beautiful oak kitchen & living room, $10,250 or with 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe, white, 4WD, trailer towing pkg., leather, loaded, extra dean, $22,000 for trailer & Tahoe. (269)664-4983 LEGAL NOTICE Chore Program Senior Citizens: Do you need help with minor home repairs? Call the folks you know and trust at the . Barry County Commission on Aging. Our knowledgeable, friendly staff can help with: • Light carpentry work, including stair and railing repair • Minor plumbing and electrical tasks • Cleaning windows and installing screens/storm windows • Shampooing carpets • Installing grab bars in bathrooms • Interior painting • Trimming bushes • Washing walls 06571010 • Cleaning basements and attics • Other household jobs NOTICE To schedule our Chore worker, phone Jo at the Commission on Aging, (269) 948-4856 weekdays between 8:00AM and 1:00PM. Donations for service are encouraged based on the OPEN POSITION The Village of Nashville is looking for someone to serve as the Zoning Administrator for the village. The salary is $2,000 per year and the hours are variable, as needed. The applicant should live with­ in a reasonable distance of the village, have some knowledge of zoning issues, and work well with people. Anyone wishing to apply can bring or send your resume and application to the Nashville Village Office which is located at 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073, on or before 5:00 p.m. on August 29, 2005. Application shall become the property of the Village of Nashville and will be public information unless otherwise requested. All resumes shall be held on file for one year and shall only be returned to the applicant at their request. The village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. The Village of Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 06613252 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk 06613356 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, August 9, 2005 — Page 12 ATTACK, continued from page 10 you’ve got a problem, you a little late? Maybe work and should be considered and come to me, and you talk to extra day or two?” she con­ said that she felt the me, my door is always open. tinued. “But, I guess that Castleton Township Board “Several years ago we doesn’t fit government offi­ was going to have to do were told that we, the three cials. So, my hours are no “damage control,” because, of us, were making a good longer posted, but I am here “They have asked, ‘what did share of money, but we did­ four or five days a week. I try we do to deserve getting n’t have any posted hours. not work here on Thursday, compared to you?’ The ad The law says we don’t have but I am here usually here has destroyed working rela­ Tuesday, tionship with neighboring to have posted hours. A year Monday, ago, I decided, ‘Well maybe Wednesday and Friday. Last townships in this county. that’s a good idea,’ and we week I was here Monday, Believe it or not, we all work had a sign that said, ‘Open,’ Tuesday, Wednesday; and very hard together for a com­ and ‘Closed,’ and we put Friday and Saturday. I came mon goal and that is to pro­ hours on it In April I had in Sunday night set the vide the very best form of two posted days. Those days, polling place up, was in the government at the most cost people in the community office all day Monday, went effectiveness we can find. knew that they could come to a board meeting Monday Your local government, here, they could see me and night and came back and fin­ folks, is the most cost-effec­ talk to me and everybody in ished up so we’d be ready to tive form of government you the community knows that, if vote on Tuesday, which is got today, Don’t let some­ I’m not here, they can everybody’s right body destroy it” “Talk about voting, we always get me at home. I do Cooley then gave the floor have an answering machine had 18.2% ofthe voters vote to Semrau again. and I do return phone calls. and I have 2,409 registered “The news media must But somebody took me to voters. That doesn’t say a bear some responsibility for task because I* said I was here whole lot about the privilege all of this information that is more than those two posted of voting, but the voters in the newspaper,” he said. days and therefore, I was spoke loud and clear,” she “It does influence people. misinforming all of you. said. “But, don’t criticize the Does the news people ever “Now, when it comes to a job I am doing until you contact you people on the business, wouldn’t you like walk in my shoes. I do have board to verify what’s going to have an employee that an election inspector here into those papers and going come in early? Maybe work and she knows what we go out there and influencing through. Now, if any of you dumb idiots like, myself?” have questions of me, ask he said. away. But, I am done taking “Sometimes, not always,” the criticism when I don’t said Lorna Wilson, who think I deserve it. I make went on to say that when the mistakes, just like everybody board was criticized in April Quality, Value & Service else, but I admit them.” for not publishing its minutes Reese spoke up to say that in their entirety, she started Castleton Township, “has a doing so at increased bargain” in what they are expense to the township. She paying officials and trustees. said that since she had only Loma Wilson said that she two people call to say they ree stimates felt if comparison were wanted to see the minutes going to be made, then all continue to be published in (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 surrounding townships their entirety, she discontin­ ued the practice, and minutes would be printed as a synop­ sis, “from here on out. “I did what I could,” she BOND'S said, adding that the com­ plete minutes are available in the office and people can come in and get a copy, “any time they want.” Cooley adjourned the meeting. Wiggins, in a written 2-Year-Old Deck—400 Square Feet Including Ordinary Railings & Spindles statement after the meeting, all of it can’t be done at the meeting.” said Reese. “Anything further?” asked Cooley. “I'd like to make one more comment,” said Earl Wilson. “It appears there have been times when the proposed budget has been used to for leverage after there was an adopted budget and I think people who do that belong under a rock.” “Everybody else has had their turn giving their com­ ments and 1 would like to give mine,” said Loma Wilson. “It pretty much seems that most of the budg­ et issue, wage increases been pretty much directed all toward me. Well, I guess, that’s all well and good. The thing that I don’t like and cannot tolerate is somebody stabbing me in the back. If you’ve got a problem with me, come to me face-to-face, don’t stab me in the back... 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OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP That's why you typically can get up to 3 times SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS the coverage per gallon. • 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. said, “Apparently, politics have evolved to a level that requires the party or parties with a political problem to attempt to change the subject by blaming or defaming the messenger and indirectly the voters of Castleton Township. These same indi­ viduals will also make the argument that the numbers presented by someone out­ side the ‘elected club’ must be flawed. “The voters of Castleton Township should understand that all the numbers used in communicating the compen­ sation issue to them had sev­ eral sources: budget numbers prepared by elected officials of Castleton Township, financial statements pre­ pared by a certified public accounting firm that was retained by Castleton Township and filed by the township with the state of Michigan,” he added. “Any quotes from public officials came from information print­ ed in The Banner and The Maple Valley News and statements made during pub­ lic meetings, based on notes taken by me. “It should be noted that I have no control over any of the sources in the first three categories mentioned above, but I am responsible, if there are any misquotes of any officials, based on notes taken by me during meet­ ings. As of today, no elected official in * Castleton Township has complained about me misquoting them. “Finally, years ago, I learned from my high school basketball coach that our team had to learn and grow from each opportunity encountered. The voters will be the final arbiters as to whether this process for the elected officials results in a better Castleton Township.” Schedule outlined for Farmers Picnic The Sunfield Farmers Picnic will be celebrated Wednesday, Aug. 17, through Sunday, Aug. 21. Wednesday, Aug. 17 • 6 p.m. SPY’S ball games. Check schedule at Main Field. Thursday, Aug. 18 •2-8 p.m. Book sale at the library • 5 p.m. Farmers Picnic Pig Roast, sponsored by the Farmers Picnic Committee with chefs Gary and Sue Elliot. • 6 p.m. Ball games. • 7-8 p.m. Reception for grand marshal Gerald and Janet Gilbert. Friday, Aug. 19 • Noon to 6 p.m. Open class exhibits. • 4:30 Chicken barbecue, sponsored by the Sunfield United Brethren Church. • 5 to 9 p.m. Arts and crafts sale and independent retail booths. • 5 p.m. Puppet show • 6 p.m. SPY’s ball games. • 6 p.m. Puff the Dragon Peddle Pull. • 7 p.m. Firemen’s bingo. •7 p.m. Prince and Princess crowning. • 7:30 p.m. Family scav­ enger hunt. • 8 to 9 p.jm. Entertainment comedian • 9 to 11 p.m. We Three Strings Saturday, Aug. 20 • 8 to 11 a.m. Pancake breakfast, sponsored by the Sebewa Church of God served in the Community Room on Main Street. • 8 a.m. SPY’s ball games. • 9 a.m. SPY’s barnyard classic three-on-three basket- ball games. • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. book sale at the library. •10 a.m. Open class crafts judging. •10 a.m. All booths are open. •10 to 6 p.m. Arts and Craft show. •10 to 4 p.m. GAR Hall open (closed during the parade). • Noon parade. • Set and pet after the parade in the park, Eaton County Mounted Division. • 1 p.m. Open horseshoes contest. • Firemen’s bingo after the parade until 6 p.m. • 2 p.m. Ming the Magnificent Magician, spon­ sored by the Friends of the Library. • 2 p.m. Sunfield parents group cakewalk. • 2 to 5 p.m. Children face tattoos. • 2 to 7 p.m. Marbles the Clown. • 3 p.m. Frogjumping con­ test. • 4 p.m. Family games pie eating, watermelon eat­ ing and relays. • 5 p.m. Lions Ox Roast. • 5 to 6 p.m. music under the tent, Ron Hargett. • 7 p.m. Rainbow ofTalent variety show. • 10 p. m. 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VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa ROOFING NEW CONSTRUCTION RE-ROOF TEAR OFFS Licensed a Insured Scon Mueller, Owner Email: scottworks@iserv.net 12yrs. experience 12691948-R00F � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-08-16.pdf 3c13275509d4f6ff0b4c8a3e8691c31a PDF Text Text MAsPLWE n Hastings Public Library 121 S Church Stt Hastings Ml 49058-1 C003 MVN HASTINGSPUBLIC PCUHBURLCICH L LlUm 121 s CHURCH Hastings mi oqsr Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper of today! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 33, August 16, 2005 Nashville Council’s vacancy finally filled after 8 months by Marcie Westover Staff Writer A vacant seat on the Nashville Village Council finally was filled Thursday night and the village’s quar­ terly ambulance payment was “begrudgingly” approved. Justin Shotts submitted a letter to the Council stating his interest in the open posi­ tion, and in a unanimous vote he was selected to fill the seat. “I’m looking to be involved in my community,” said Shotts, 27, who has lived in Nashville for six years. After hearing about the position being open, he decided he wanted to serve the community. The seat had been vacant since Trustee Mike Callton resigned effective Jan. 1, after his election to the 5th District post on the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Shotts was sworn in by Village Clerk Cathy Lentz at the conclusion of the meeting. In another long standing issue, the village’s quarterly ambulance payment was made 4-1, with Mike Kenyon casting the dissent­ ing vote. Council members had a closed session July 14 to dis­ cuss personnel and litigation issues and ultimately voted to withhold its payment until the Aug. 11 meeting. Village President Frank Dunham said they did review the issues and they agreed to send the payment because they have agreement with other municipalities that together pay for the services. Dunham recommended they “begrudgingly” make the payment, but note that more improvements need to be made in the ambulance operating unit. He said the council is sending a message (to Ambulance) that they are not pleased with the way things are being done. The village shares the cost with Castleton and Maple Grove townships. In other business, Thursday evening, the Village Council: • Heard from a representa­ tive of Charter Communications about an amended license agreement. The representative was going to look into the issue to clar­ ify some confusion in paper­ work on the company’s part. • Heard reports from the Department of Public Works and the police department. Darrell Clements Jr., head of Nashville’s DPW, said they have been working on a variety of projects, including the Putnam Park sign. They also were finishing up on painting the lines on the ten­ nis courts. The Nashville Police Department reported that in July there had been 121 com­ plaints, among them animal control problems, public dis­ putes and domestic distur­ bances. There were seven drunk driving arrests. For the year the department is at 486 complaints, around 40 higher than last year. • Heard a request from Melissa Strotheide about cre­ ating an events committee to help with coordination and continuation of community activities. She said it would give the residents a place to go with activity ideas. The committee could have a panel of five that met bi­ monthly. She will present proposal for discussion at the Buildings and Grounds Committee. • Heard a resident’s ques­ tions and complaints about the current state and future of the spillway gate, dam and mill pond. Dunham said the issues were not being ignored and that it was not a “dead” issue. Justin Shotts was sworn in as the new member of the Nashville Village Council by Clerk Cathy Lentz. The seat had been vacant since January. • Tabled the Barry County Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution pending a call to Barry County Planning/Zoning/Building Director Jim McManus and further discussion. • Heard from Trustee Local graduate spends ‘Gap Year’ in China by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter While many of Kathryn Carney’s friends were head­ ing offto their freshman year at college last fall, she was packing her bags and getting on a plane headed for China where she planned to spend a couple months living with relatives in Shanghai. "I was exhausted after graduation and I wanted to relax a little before I went off to college," said Carney, Maple Valley High School’s class valedictorian in 2004, who also managed to partici­ pate in dance classes, high school and community dra­ mas and musicals, and vol­ unteer for a variety commu­ nity service projects. Carney boarded a plane in Chicago last Sept. 26 and headed for Hong Kong where she would spend two days with a friend of her cousin, who runs a pottery workshop, while she waited for her Visa to China. Carney’s adventure started almost immediately. "He went to work and I decided to walk around town and I got really lost. I got on a bus that had sign exact change only, but I didn’t have it, then I totally missed my stop, and I walked around for two hours before I asked for directions because I didn’t realize that everyone in Hong King speaks English," said Carney with a smile. "I finally asked a policeman for directions and he told me I was only three blocks away from the pottery workshop." Carney said she was very tired because of crossing the times, but she did get to see some of the sights before she boarded another plane with flew to Shanghai to meet her mother’s cousin, Paul Meredith, who is also origi­ nally from the Nashville area, and his wife, Caroline Cheng, who is well-known ceramic artist in China. My cousin had lived in Hong Kong for 14 years before he moved to Shanghai," explained Carney. Almost as soon as Carney arrived in China she boarded another plane with her cousin and his friend, Jack and they went to Beijing. "It was national holiday and while we were there we got to see the Summer Palace, the gates to the Forbidden City and Tian’anmen Square, said Carney. "The first week I was on a plane a total of 24 hours. They are 12 hours ahead of us with daylight savings time... I think that for the first two weeks I mostly slept and did a little sightseeing. I was so exhausted!" Once Carney recovered from her jet lag and fatigue, she started looking for a school where she could learn Chinese. She ended up enrolling in Chinese classes at the Chinese Theater Academy in Shanghai. "I filled out the application and came in on a trail basis because I didn’t have any experience of any kind except glancing through Paul’s books, There were supposed to be three or four European students in the class, but they didn’t show up that day. "Masdou Laoshi, who went by the English name Winnie, talked to the head of the foreign department and told him that she seemed to think I would work hard and they accepted me into the school. The next day I started with a speaking class for Japanese students. I couldn’t understand anything. I was the only English speaker there; I was so confused. "Next was listening. After a full hour ofnot understand­ ing anything, still in the beginning stages we started working on pronunciation, which was easier for me because of my musical back­ ground," she said. "In Chinese there are four tones and it can be hard to tell what tone to use. Carney attended class every day, Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 to 11:40 with just a ten-minute break and she had half day on Friday. "I had three days of read­ ing and writing, one day of speaking and a half day of listening," she said. Although there were sup­ posed to be more students in her classes, they often didn’t come and as a result Carney often had private lessons or classes with just two or three other students. I used my cousin’s books See CHINA, page 2 Kimberly Knoll that several residents were interested in further decoration of the downtown area with the inclusion of flower pots. • Was informed of the Barry County Master Plan public forum at the Castleton Township Hall from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18. School starts Aug. 29 Classes for Maple Valley schools will begin on Monday, Aug. 29, with no school on Friday, Sept. 2, and Monday, Sept. 5. The junior-senior high school students in eighth through 12th grades are encouraged to pick up their schedules and locker assign­ ments from 9 to 11 a.m. and from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18. Students will or have received in the mail, a letter with a student information form that needs to be returned when students pick up their schedules and locker assignments. Extra forms will be avail­ able in the office if needed, but this form must be com­ pleted and turned in before students will receive their schedule and locker assign­ ments. Seniors also will receive a “Senior Name Form,” which must be turned in before receiving their schedules. Staff will not be available Thursday, Aug. 18, but will be in Monday, Aug. 22, through Wednesday, Aug. 24, to answer questions about schedules. Please call her for an appointment at (517)852-9275. Information is being mailed to parents of seventh­ graders about seventh grade orientation, which will be held Wednesday, Aug. 24, at 6 p.m. For more information, please call the Jr.-Sr. High School at 517-852-9275. In This Issue • Vermontville Lions Club to honor Wayne Lobert • School board delays action of health clinic consent form • Gilberts are grand marshals for Sunfield Farmers Picnic • All MVHS teams underway this week �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 16, 2005 — Page 4 Online Pharmacy Seller using BBB trademarks to market drugs Jean M. McKinstry HASTINGS Jean M. McKinstry, age 89, of Hastings, died Sunday, August 7,2005. Mrs. McKinstry was bom June 14, 1916, in Tonica, Illinois the daughter ofFrank and Bessie (Patterson) Alleman. Jean was active as a Cub Scout leader when her sons were involved in scouting and a former member of the VFW 4O&8 in Lansing. She enjoyed coordinating community activities in Thomapple Lake neighbor­ hood and her bowling leagues. She is survived by daugh­ ter Gail (Cliff) Perkins of Dimondale; sons James (Janet) McKinstry of Hastings and Ronald R. McKinstry of Mason; eight grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband Edward McKinstry. Funeral services were Thursday August 11, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, MI with Reverend Norm Burger officiating. Interment was at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Lansing. If desired, memorial con­ tributions may be made to Thornapple Manor or Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com Virginia Thomas NASHVILLE - Mrs. Virginia Thomas, age 92, of Nashville, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2005 peacefully at the Eaton County Medical Facility in Charlotte. Mrs. Thomas was bom in Fort Wayne, Ind. on December 4, 1912. She was raised in the Fort Wayne area and attended area schools there. On March 4, 1930, she married Howard F. Thomas in Fort Wayne, Ind. The cou­ ple spent their married lives together in the Fort Wayne area until Howard passed away in 1968. Virginia moved to the Nashville area in 1996 to be close to her family. Virginia spent her working career in the manufacturing industry; working at various industrial businesses in the Fort Wayne area. Virginia was an avid bowler. She actively bowled until the age of 80 during which time she bowled sev­ eral perfect games. She also enjoyed her pet birds, and collecting owl figurines. She is survived by her daughter, Jean Withey; her son, Floyd (Elouise) Thomas; six grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren; and several great-greatgrandchildren. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Howard; 14 brothers and sisters; and her grand­ son. Funeral services were held on Friday, August 12, 2005 at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Pastor Roger Claypool officiated. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made Detroit to the Children's Hospital (information is available at the funeral home). Arrangements by Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. 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Friday, Aug. 19 a t Tuna pasta salad, coleslaw, http.7Zwww.bbbonline.org/ck s.asp?id=292000103. fruit parfait. For more information on Monday, Aug. 22 any aspect of BBBOnLine, Ground bologna, garbanzo please visit bean salad, applesauce, whole http7/www.bbbonline.org. wheat bread. Tuesday, Aug. 23 Wing dings, three bean salad, peaches, dinner roll. Events Wednesday, Aug. 17 Hastings, Music with Charlie, Nails, Euchre 12:30 p.m. Delton, Reminiscence. Thursday, Aug. 18 Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.; Cancer Support 7 p.m.; BP Clinic; Caregiver’s Support 6 p.m. Nashville, TV Time. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Aug. 19 - Hastings, Bingo; Oil Painting 9:30 a.m. Woodland, Visiting. Nashville, TV Time. Monday, Aug. 22 Wayne Lobert Hastings, Music with Sam, this time to honor Wayne and Card Making 12:30 p.m., would greatly appreciate Crafts 10 a.m.; Beading 5 your attendance at this p.m. event.” Tuesday, Aug. 23 For more information, call Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30­ Russ Laverty at (517) 726­ 11:30 a.m.; Bocce Ball; 1115, Gene Fisher (517) Haircuts 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; 726-0670, or Mason (517) Kinship Care 7 p.m. 726-0286. Vermontville Lions Club to honor Wayne Lobert The Vermontville Lions Club will sponsor "Wayne Lobert Day" from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, in an infor­ mal open house to honor a long-time member for his many contributions to the Vermontville community, the Lions Clubs of Michigan and other worthwhile causes in Eaton County. The open house will be held in the Vermontville Opera House, located at 230 S. Main St. in Vermontville. "The many contributions made by Wayne to various organizations has been appreciated by those of us who have worked with him over the many years,” said Bill Mason, past president of the Vermontville Lions Club. “He has been generous with his time, insight and resources. We have chosen Give a memorial that can go on forever Nashville VFW Post 8260 ♦ 5th Annual : FLEA MARKET August 20th A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to on the Common Ground help fund activities throughout the county in the Open at 9 a.m. • Food available 11 a.m. name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral $10 Spaces Available includes 2 tables * Space on the pavilion going fast! director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. U _ Call Sherry for reservations Wed-Sat. after 4 p.m. Public Welcome • 517-852-9260 ; | - | r ♦ ♦ * ♦ ♦ ft -ft ♦ a �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, August 16. 2005 — Page 5 - School board delays action of health clinic consent form V‘ V CO %sSk*, W fe^Y s> ^Bfepfe *SpS*' K. Si5. Si5 £*». **>ss % LL.®^ -w.®ito^' ^99i%% iiu *t the u.' !inJ*S Hl ^^Gamble sil^ ‘ Sc* J'S •Min h* w fatal NIsVItlU InUli J1** fc|4ip,tei ^Ffatei « 4 lW k (MeAui.: by Helen Mudry StaffWriter The Maple Valley Board of Education last week tabled approval of the parent consent form for the school district’s proposed health clinic. Five board members voted to table the consent form and Tim James voted “no.” Wayne Curtis was absent. The board will review and modify the consent form and vote at a special meeting 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22. The district is applying for a grant to get $175,000 a year for three years to run the health clinic. The target group would be adolescents, but also would include younger children. The clinic will be run by the Barry-Eaton District Health Department and will be housed in one of the dis­ trict’s portables. The Rev. Matt Rhodes of Nashville Baptist Church told the board the clinic is a good idea and there is definitely a need, but he expressed concerns from many parents who felt they would be “out of the loop” if teens were allowed to get information or testing on health issues such as pregnancy, STD and drug abuse without their knowledge or consent. However, Barry-Eaton District Health Officer L'iiiiilinni’aqg; fiMsttj f » Mk te&i utaiff IPfc it Jim Schnackenberg said the district would have a better chance of getting the grant if such health issues were to be offered to teens in confidentially. There are 23 communi­ ties competing for the grant and 12 will be awarded. In other business at its meeting Moinday night, Aug. 8, the school board: • Approved the volun­ teers who will serve on the AthleticStudy Committee. They include Jerry Reese and Mike Booher as chairs, Brian Green, Tim James, Todd Gonser, Mike Sparks, Landon Wilkes, Guenther Mittelstaedt, April Heinze, Suzie Butler and Tiffany VanEngen. Dan Watson has been asked, but he has not yet official­ ly accepted. Superintendent Kim Kramer said he hopes someone from the volleyball program would be included. The committee will create a list of expec­ tations, including recommendations, write a philosophical statement as to the role athletics play in the school, establish job descriptions, develop poli­ cies, establish team sizes and cut procedures and' review the role of booster clubs • Accepted the resignation of industrial arts teacher Billy Sours, who You are invited to attend HoneyTree Contemporary Worship at the Kalamo United Methodist Church 1475 S. Ionia Road, Vermontville, taksfa Hk!.k^ 8m>'; lit ’• 11 o’clock Sundays Designed to communicate the Gospel through music, drama, video & other means. 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There was con­ cern about finding a replacement at this late date, just before the start of a new academic year. • Had the second read­ ing of the equipment poli­ cy, which allows board members to use district property and/or the com­ puter network for appro­ priate reasons to increase the efficiency ofthe board and/or to acquire knowl­ edge that will be useful in the performance of board duties. • Approved the contract for Bultman for photo­ graphic services. • Agreed to cast votes for Victor Hogue to serve a three-year term and Gregory Peoples for a one-year term on the Michigan Association of School Boards. • Approved the revised school calendar. This includes a change of a professional development day from Monday, Oct. 31, to Monday, Oct. 3. School will not be in ses­ sion on the latter date. • Learned the Optimist Club of Charlotte has donated 18 new back­ packs that will be distributed to children at Fuller and Maplewood. The backpacks are filled with school supplies, including crayons, a ruler and note­ books. • Was told the track has been repaired. Kramer said the track looks great and the paint meets Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) requirements. • Learned the district will work with Charlotte and other schools to make a cooperative bid for milk and bread, this reduces the district’s work load and gives it more buying power. • Read the report from curriculum and technolo­ gy. New computers are in and Julie Swartz and Mary Slag are offering open computer workshops for teachers Aug. 16, 17, 22 and 24. • Learned the adminis­ tration and school board will have a day-long meet­ ing Thursday, Aug. 18, at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute for a goal-setting retreat. Kramer asked the board members to consid­ er the district’s mission statement and think about any changes they would make. The current district mis­ sion statement is “The Maple Valley School community believes that all students are entitled to a comprehensive educa­ tion. Through the curricu­ lum, we will nurture the academic, physical, social, cultural and emo­ tional potential of all stu­ dents to encourage them Sam Benedict looks over the backpacks donated by to become productive citi­ the Charlotte Optimist Club. zens with life-long learn­ ing skills.” • Was told by Kramer BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS the article by the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters in a recent edition of the AUTO SERVICE, INC. Male Valley News was “very nice and ’ very upbeat” and worth read­ ing. Jeff Dobbin, Owner • Read reports for the ASE Master Technician district’s schools. Fuller is a| 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. recommending hiring Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available Natalie Erin Penkevich for a third grade position. There were 350 applicants and eight were inter­ viewed. • Heard Pat Power • Too expensive? report on the transporta­ tion and operation depart­ • Too complicated? ment. He said the district • Giving you little or no benefit? is starting to come alive in anticipation of the start of school. ^ • Read the job descrip­ tion of the elementary and secondary assessment/ evaluation and technology • HSAs typically cost less than traditional plans. implementation. Retired • HSAs make quality coverage simple. teachers Julie Swartz and • HSAs help you save tax-free. Mary Slag are working under private contract with anBuren Callfor a FREE quote! • 8 Educational Research Tobias Insurance Agency Golden Rille* I Dick Tobias, Indepcdcnt Agent Foundation to fill these 210 S. State Street • Nashnlle Golden Rule Insurance Company (Across from Hometown Lumber) position on a year-to-year Cell: 269-838-7068 • H: 517-852-2020 Fax: 517-852-9132 • retobias® sbcglobal.nct basis. 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The Gilberts have been part of the Sunfield com­ munity since 1956 and have taken a role in various events that have benefited the community. They have been mem­ bers ofthe Sunfield United Methodist Church and have served in several leadership positions. Gerald has been a lay leader, Sunday school teacher and held many board positions. Janet has served as chairwoman of the Mission Board and both a Sunday school and Bible school teacher. Both have volunteered for years at the Methodist Mint and have been known to recruit several of their children and grandchildren to lend a hand, too.Throughout their years of farming and selling seed in the Sunfield area, the Gilberts have been loyal to the community as cus­ tomers at the Sunfield Farmers Elevator and other Gerald and Janet Gilbert are this year’s grand mar­ shals at Saturday’s Sunfield Farmers Picnic parade. The parade is at noon. local businesses. They are currently active in the County Line Gang Farm Bureau Community Action Group planning and'helping with issues directly related to local, county, state and national agricul­ tural issues. Jerry also was an WlUElLER ■COHSTRUCTIOH OHSTRUCTIOH t/censed «Insured ROOFING Scott Muller, Owner NEW CONSTRUCTION RE-ROOF Email: scottworks@lserv.net TEAR OFFS 12 yrs. experience 1269) 948-R00F 0663430 YARD/BASEMENT SALE Vermontville Congregational Church Friday, August 19th, 8 a.m. till 4 p.m. Saturday, August 20th, 8 a.m. till 2 p.m. Location: Church (/rounds, 110 comer of Main & Main All members & friends combining their treasures And “stuff” to fund the Parsonage renovation project employee of General Motors for 30 years. He has served on the Sunfield Board of Education and has helped work on several Habitat for Humanity houses in the surrounding area. Janet has worked many years with the Lakewood Community Council on the annual CROP Walks and with Christmas food collections and gifts. The Gilberts have raised four daughters, Karen (Ken) Oech of Pentwater; Nancy (Gordy) Cannon of Grand Ledge; Peggy (Steve) Buche of Lake Odessa and Marilyn (Kyle) Goodemoot of Ionia. They currently have 10 grand­ children and 13 great grandchildren. The Gilberts’ daughters said they believe their par­ ents taught them the gift of sharing with others. As an example, every Christmas they pick a family in the Sunfield area and give them baked goods and a Christmas ham. The daughters also credit their parents with teaching them good work ethics. Not only did they help around the house, they could also pick stones, disk, drag, pull weeds, bail hay and straw, feed calves and cut wood. Gerald and Janet can be seen at their grandchil­ dren’s events whether it’s football, volleyball, tennis, baseball, music, etc. Oragnizers of this year’s Sunfield Farmers Picnic commented in an officiual statement, “Jerry and Janet are considered outstanding members of the Sunfield community and as grand marshals will surely repre­ sent the Farmers Picnic with honor, grace and very thankful hearts.” LEGAL NOTICE SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD AUGUST 3, 2005 Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pres­ ent. There was eleven people from the public in attendance. Approved the agenda. Minutes from the July meeting were approved as printed. Accepted the treasurer’s report subject to audit. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 9968.78. There was no unfinished business. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved a request from Feighner & Company to hold a public hearing for establishing an Industrial Development District. Approved August 31,2005 at 7 p.m. at Castleton Township for the Public Hearing date for Feighner and Company. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Heard public comment. Heard board comments. Adjournment. Loma L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley NOTE: The minutes are available in the Clerk's office and can be picked up by calling 517-852- 9479. 06613769 Model Open Wed.- Thur.- Fri. 4:00 to 6:00 pm Sat. & Sun. 12:00 to 4:00 pm 1, 2 & 3 bedroom residences from 1016 s.f. to 1690 s.f. starting at $128,900.00 A Quiet Community of 18 New Residences For information on availability, sales and viewing contact Michael Nosko at 616-676-9961 or e-mail at michaelnoskoinc@aol.com or view us on the web at www.crabapplecove.us Located at the Corner of Bowes Rd. and Valley Vista Dr. in Lowell 06612905 Dennises to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary A 60th wedding anniversary open house will be held for Hubert and Marguerite Dennis on Saturday, August 27, 2005, 2 to 5 p.m., at Vermontville Bible Church, 250 N. Main St. in Vermontville, Mich. The children of the couple want to invite family and friends to come and celebrate with them the commit­ ment their parents made to each other on September 1, 1945. The Dennises have five children, 17 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. No gifts, please. Sunfield Library used book sale slated for Aug. 18-20 Used book lovers will return to the Sunfield District Library again this August for the annual Friends of the Sunfield District Library’s annual used book sale. It will be held at the library during Sunfield’s annual and historic festival, The Farmers Picnic, Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 18, 19 and 20. The library is located in the vil­ lage at 112 Main St. Book sale hours are 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The sale is a local tradition each summer, but many come from beyond the Sunfield area to purchase boxes and bag loads ofbooks donated by library lovers throughout the year just for this event. The library’s sum­ mer reading program and other important library proj­ ects would not be possible without the proceeds that the Friends’ annual book sale generates. Book buyers again will be able to find popular authors such as John Grisham, Nora Roberts, Sandra Brown, Stephen King, Janet Evanovich, along with reli­ gious, sports and offbeat titles to browse through, in hardback and paperback. Even a few collectible 33rpm record albums are avail­ able this year. Prices for hard copies range from $2 to $1, paper­ backs are all 50 cents, chil­ dren’s titles range from $1 to 50 cents, and current romance novels are 10 cents a piece or $2 a bag while they last. Inquiries may be made by calling the library during open hours at (517) 566­ 8065 for information on the sale, the festival or directions to the village and the library. The library is open Tuesday through Friday, 2 to 8 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Sunfield Historical Society’s new new book “Sunfield High School History” also will be on sale during the weekend. The book is a commemorative work that traces every aspect ofthe local high school; from its beginning in 1892 until it was absorbed into the Lakewood school district in 1963. The book sells for $25, $30 postpaid. Inquiries about the high school book may also be made by calling the library during open hours. �________ The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 16,2005 — F ___________________________ Welcome Back to... MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS First Day of Classes: Monday, August 29, 2005 Building Starting Times: Fuller Elementary - 8:00 a.m. Maplewood School - 8:00 a.m. Jr./Sr. High - 8:05 a.m. Wirini taw 111Enihott ! ftak of dt taliHfi Mak it Hi Ik ipmiife iitfcjB hicafcrtaii njMiij lniitilfe' ® Weld's tetrnfaM, ■s Me, ladSmda), l al Mite cdaltei ail mntlol ta’A^hi 50 tah, ds mmjeit i|inilil|i kjk ImpsBis cillii!^' qak"^1 UOuiijj nd Sunday *** For A Smooth Start For Your Child... Attend Your School’s OPEN HOUSE: 7th Grade Orientation - Wednesday, August 24, at 6:00 p.m. Maplewood School - Thursday, August 25 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Fuller Elementary - Thursday, August 25 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. FOR STUDENT REGISTRATION INFORMATION CALL: Fuller Elementary - Grades K-3 — 852-9468 Maplewood School - Grades 4-6 — 726-0600 Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High - Grades 7-12 — 852-9275 ,»«•**! •**! ,rt**’" ■•I*?*’ <•"is**' m?*f*E 3,*#* iMI* Buildings will open for registration beginning August 15,2005. All new students must have: LUNCH PROGRAM Lunch prices for the 2005-2006 school year are as follows: 1. Proof of residency. i» JU ! * 5/ J 2. Updated immunizations. Grades K-6 .$1.60 3. Original birth certificate. Grades 7-12 .$1.85 You will not be able to enroll your child without these documents. Please be sure Breakfast . .$1.00 your child’s immunizations are up to date. Milk............... ..30C IMPORTANT DATES * August 29 — First Day of School ^September 2 to September 5 — No School, Labor Day Weekend. Parents and students are encouraged to deposit money by check into their family’s meal account for the week, month or more. Keeping a balance in this account assures the student(s) of having money for meals and eliminates the need to carry money each day. This system also allows parents to place spending and/or food restrictions on their child’s account if necessary. Payments may be mailed or sent to school with your child. Contact: Karen Locke, Food Service Director at 852-3920. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS MISSION STATEMENT & j The Maple Valley school community believes that all students are entitled to a comprehensive education through the curriculum we will nurture the academic, physical, social, cultural and emotionalpotential of all students to encourage them to become productive citizens with life-long learning skills. \ �Just Say ay “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News ’ Tuesday, August 16, 2005 - Page 8 — 6/19 8/26 9/1 9/9 9/16 9/25 9/50 10/7 10/14 10/21 VARsrry football A A H A H H A H A H TBA 7:00 7:00 740 740 7:00 7:00 7:00 7^>0 7:00 Scrimmage, Fowler Pewamo-Westphalia Olivet Western H3. HAsdaie Stockbridge Albion Leslie Brooklyn Columbia Portland - J.V. FOOTBALL 0/10 8/25 0/01 0/0 0/15 0/22 0/20 10/6 10/15 10/20 A H A H A A H A H A TBA 6:50 6:50 640 4:50 6:50 6:50 6:50 6:50 6:50 Scrimmage, Fowler Pewamo-Westphalia Olivet Western HS. HSsdaie Stockbridge Albion Leslie Brooklyn Columbia Portland - GIRLS FOOTBALL J.V. & VARSITY 0/50 0/51 0/6 0/0 0/15 0/15 0/20 0/22 0/20 10/4 10/11 Pewamo-Westphalia Dolton Kellogg Springport Saint Patrick Western H J. Albion Olivet Stockbridge Columbia Central Pennfield Webberville J.V. 5:50 5:50 5:80 6:00 5:50 5:80 6:00 5:00 5:00 6:00 5:45 VAR 740 A 7:00A 7:00A 7:50A 7:00H 7:00A 7:50 H 7:00H 7:00 H 7:50A 7:00H M W;f?a MM3 10/15Hillsdale 10/15Leslie 10/20Western H.S. 10/25Albion 10/27 Stockbridge Columbia Central 11/1 11/5 Bellevue 11/0 Hillsdale 11/10Leslie 540 5:80 5:50 5:50 5:00 5:00 5:45 5:00 5:50 7:00A 700 A 7.-00A 740 H 740 A 7:00A 7:50 H 7:00 H 740 H -SOCCER— 0/26 6/2* 6/51 9/6 9/7 9/14 9/19 9/21 9/26 9/25 10/5 10/5 10/10 10/12 10/20 Hastings DansvGe Lakewood Delton Kellogg Olivet High School HBsdale Saranac Columbia Central Western HS. Albion Stockbridge Saranac Bellevue Lansing Christian Parchment 545 5:80 540 540 5:50 5:50 540 5:50 640 740 5:50 540 5:50 5:50 5:50 A A H H A H A A H A H H A H H - VARISITy GOLF 0/15 0/10 0/24 0/25 6/2* 0/50 9/7 9/15 9/16 9/17 9/20 Wayland Union Delton Kellogg TK Invitational SMAC Jamboree Portland SMAC Jamboree SMAC Jamboree SMAC Jamboree Hastings Fall Classic Pewamo-Westphalia Hillsdale TBA 1240 8:00p 4:00 TBA 6:50 5:50 5:50 12:00 9:50a 5:50 A A A A A A A A A A A NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY It is the policy of the Maple Valley School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimi­ nation during any program or activity or in employment Any questions concerning Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, should be directed to Mr. Scott Eckhart, JrJSr. High School Asst. Principal, 852-9275. Any questions concerning Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, which prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin or age should be directed to Mr. Kim Kramer, Superintendent, 852-9699. Inquiries related to Title II or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, should be directed to Ms. Beverley Black, Section 504 Coordinator, 852-9275. Grievance procedures are located in the superintendent’s office. PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (AGES BIRTH TO 25) The Maple Valley Schools offers programs and services to support children with special needs. If you suspect you have a child with a disability who is not receiving services, please call or write Beverley Black, Supervisor of Special Education, for more information at: Maple Valley Schools 11090 Nashville Highway Vermontville, MI 49096 (517) 852-9275 It is the policy of Maple Valley Schools that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, martial status or disabili­ ty shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the Michigan or U.S. Department of Education. 9/22 9/27 10/4 Olivet SMAC Jamboree Conference Meet 6/50 9/7 9/15 9/14 9/20 9/27 SMAC Jamboree SMAC Jamboree SMAC Jamboree Albion Hillsale SMAC Jamboree 4:15 440 10:00a H H A - J.V. GOLF 5:50 5:50 5:50 1:00 5:50 4:00 A A A A A H CROSS COUNTRY - —0/25 6/27 6/51 9/8 9/10 9/12 9/21 9/24 9/27 9/2* 10/1 10/5 10/6 10/15 10/1* 10/2* 10/81 TBA Lainsburg 1040 Western Invitational 4:00 Corunna Early Bird TBA Marshal Quad 6:50 Bath Invitational 440 TK Invitational 5:00 SMAC jamboree 9:00 Lowell Delton Kellogg/Olivet TBA Lake wood Invitational4:25 9:00 Carson City Invit. 5:00 SMAC © Bellevue TBA Bellevue Invitational Greater Lansing MeetTBA 4:00 SMAC © Columbia TBA Regionals Barry County meet 5:50 A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A 11/5 State Meet @ Brooklyn TBA A GIRLS BASKETBALL— MIDDLE SCHOOL 9/7 9/12 9/14 9/19 9/21 9/26 9/28 10/8 10/5 10/10 10/17 10/24 Albion Bellevue Olivet Leslie Western High School Lansing Christian Leslie Bellevue Western High School Albion Lansing Christian Olivet 4:50 4:50 4:50 4:50 4:50 4:50 4:80 4:80 4:80 4:50 4:80 4:80 H A H A H A H H A A H A ADMISSION PRICES HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Adults $4.00 • Students $4.00 JR. HIGH SPROTS Adults $2.00 • Students $1.00 No admission charge at any event for children 5 and under accompanied by an adult. FAMILY PASSES AVAILABLE FOR $120 INDIVIDUAL PASSES AVAILABLE FOR $55 Good for entire 2005/2006 school year. Athletic passes for the 2005-06 season are $120.00 for a family pass and $55.00 for an individual pass. Golden Passes are available free to people age 62 and older. Ifyou are interested in earning an athletic pass for the 2005-06 school year, please contact Mindy at 517-852-9275. Passes are earned by selling tickets, keeping scorebook or running a scoreboard. NOTIFICATION OF FERPA RIGHTS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age certain rights with respect to the student’s education records. These rights are outlined below. 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the District receives a request for access. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the parent of eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading. 3. The right to consent to disclosures to personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by Maple Valley Schools to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA are: Family Policy Compliances Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20202-4605 It is the policy of Maple Valley Schools not to disclose student lists or directory informa­ tion to outside organizations, except as may be requested by military recruiting repre­ sentatives. Student directory information may be made available in some cases, such as yearbooks, sports programs, honor rolls, or publications featuring school programs and student projects. Directory information may include such things as student’s name, address, telephone number, grade, age, height, weight, major field of study, participation in school activities, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received. High school students and their parents/guardians may prevent disclosure of a student’s name, address, and telephone number to military recruiting representatives (who can only use that information to provide students with information concerning educational and career opportunities available in the U.S. Armed Forces or service academies) by sub­ mitting a signed written request to that effect to the high school principal. SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Maple Valley provides: • Safe Schools • Caring Student-Centered Teachers • Small Class Sizes • Full Curricular and Extra Curricular Offerings • State-Of-The-Art Technology We are now accepting Schools of Choice applications for the 2005-2006 school year. Residents of Eaton, Barry, Calhoun, Ionia or Ingham County Intermediate School Districts are welcome to join our schools. At Maple Valley Schools, children receive the best of both worlds. The safety and personal of a smaller country school is combined with the program offerings of the larger urban districts. Teachers at “The Valley will know and care for your child as an individual. Your child will be accepted for their strengths and skillfully challenged to improve on their weaknesses. When the big day of graduation comes for your child, Maple Valley Schools will have them prepared for their future. Applications will be accepted through September 22,2005. For enrollment information call 517852-9699 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 16,2005 — Page 9 MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL — MONDAY, AUGUST 29 District Transportation Program Safely Transporting Our Future School Transportation Safety Program BUS SCHEUDLES: Bus routes will initially run near the same times as last year. Allow 15 min. flex until routes are established. For new student transportation Please review these bus rules with your child. arrangements, call 852-9421 WAITING UNLOADING SCHOOL BUS STOPS • Be on time. Too early, you are waiting alone too long. Too late, you could be hurt rushing to the bus. • Wait quietly away from the road. Cars don’t always stay on the road. Running games What Every Driver Must Know to Insure the Safety of all Maple Valley Students might cause you to go into the road. • Do not move toward the bus until the driv­ SCHOOL BUSES WITH OVERHEAD RED AND YELLOW LIGHTS (With or Without Bus Stop Signs) er opens the door. The driver will open the door when it is safe. The bus could skid while stopping on ice or gravel along the roadside. • Stay seated until bus stops. A quick stop or an accident could knock you to the floor. • Don’t carry awkward loads. Use a knapsack or tote bag. Many students are killed pick­ ing up dropped objects near the bus where the driver cannot see them. • Move away from the bus immediately. If you can touch the bus, you are TOO CLOSE. The bus can be very dangerous. I • Go directly home. Strangers might bother students hanging around the bus stop. Going to the wrong house could cause peo- 1. Yellow lights are flashing ?J1 prepare to stop. ) 2. Red lights are flashing stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. '■ turned off - proceed. pie to worry about where you are. jj N N II r•j handrail. handrail A fall on the stairs can be .painful. ainful |f ’ D°n t bring large or sharp objects. Remember that in an accident, you will be thrown against what ever you are carry­ ing. Sit down immediately. A quick start could knock you down ifyou are not seated. SCHOOL BUSES WITH OVERHEAD RED LIGHTS (With or Without Bus Stop Signs) 1. Red lights are flashing and bus is moving . |. p\] prepare to stop. 2. Red lights are flashing and bus is stopped - © qq_ stop no closer than 20 feet from the bus. 3. When red lights are turned off - proceed. RIDING qq ALL SCHOOL BUSES h Don’t distract the driver. The driver’s full attention must be on driving safely. • Keep body inside bus. "Drees, trucks, and utility poles have caused bad injuries to CROSSING • Move ahead of the bus 10 steps until you can see the bus driver’s face. The driver must always be able to see you. • Wait for the driver’s signal. The driver will signalyou when it is safe to cross the road, • Cross to the outside edge of the bus and make sure al) traffic is stopped. NOU must make sure it is safe to cross the road. • If clear, cross quickly, if not clear, return to the curb. If the road is not safe, move back I to the curb. Don’tjuststand waiting in the | road. children hanging out windows. • Don’t bother the other passengers. Every student deserves a safe ride to school. Keep floor clear. If there is an emergency, a clean bus means no tripping and a safe Yellow hazard warning lights are flashing proceed with caution. education. IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER Transportation within the Villages of Nashville and Vermontville Any announcement pertaining to the delay or closing of classes at Maple Valley Schools will be made through the following radio and TV stations: Most students will travel to the high school in the morning and in the afternoon. WBCK Within the Village ofVermontville, 4th, 5th and 6th Graders will walk to Maplewood. Within the Village ofNashville, Early Kindergarten-3rd Graders may walk to Fuller Elementary or ride the bus from the stop at Kellogg Community Center. Students will need to be at the bus stop by 7:30 a.m. If your child lives in town but will be attending a different elementary building, they need to be at the buildings at the following times: Students at Building Buses Depart Building Maplewood 7:30 a.m. 7:35 a.m. Fuller Kellogg 7th-12th 7:10 a.m. 7:15 a.m. 7:15 a.m. Kellogg 4th-6th 7:20 a.m. 7:25 a.m. Kellogg K-3rd 7:40 a.m. 7^5a.m. Battle Creek Lansing WITL .. Grand Rapids WMMQ Lansing WOOD WVIC Lansing WJFM Grand Rapids WFMK Lansing WGRD Grand Rapids WBCH Hastings WLCM ............ Charlotte WWMT TV-3 Kalamazoo WZZM TV-13 Grand Rapids Grand Rapids WLNS TV-6 Lansing WOTVTV-8 WILX TV-10 Lansing WOTV TV-41 Battle Creek If inclement weather should force the closing of school during school hours, announcements would be made over local radio stations in Hastings and Charlotte. It is our policy not to close early during a tornado warning or watch. If Maple Valley Schools is closed due to inclement weather, all community education clsses and programs will be canceled. If day school is in session and it is necessary to cancel evening classes due to weather, announcements will be made over local stations WBCH and WLCM. 7:20 a.m. YEARLY NOTIFICATION OF MANAGEMENT PLAN AVAILABILITY Parents, teacher and employees please note that our school’s manage­ ment plan for asbestos is available for your review in our offices at 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI during regular office hours. When students become 18 years of age, Michigan law prohibits schools At the present time all asbestos is in good condition. Our policy is to from providing anyone (including parents) information regarding grades, continue surveillance and maintenance. attendance and discipline without prior students approval. 06613852 AGE OF MAJORITY �M *W **• <towrtfl«d in Map* W*W ttflto* TmmM* . AupW H. SOS - flaps W MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS ATTENTION SENIORS AND SENIOR PARENTS: NOTE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT The .Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation encourages all stu­ dent to be hardworking, cooperative and to strive for success. The foun­ dation urges you to enroll in any post-secondary institution of your choice very early in the spring. Apply for any available financial aid as early as possible. PESTICIDE USAGE INFORMATION X CafltlM* to Improw Sdwai md C«mmunil) R< tattoos 4. Im r ease I Mflr and Cunt tour Imprmrmcnt» I sta the number onr *mI «( enhancing tastructwmal quality the Board tus toe I heir Mtontfon on thesr three supporting suh-foak; A Fssrf farfy CWtaaid Fuji smwiimi B Itewtop a Middle School the Htdi SctMid As PM can is W already haw a lot to do. go please keep ywur eye out for more u mottoo «*n each of these anna. We hope to hhjhhtfht each one over the fleet 1 fpoatho to fto newspaper. mailing* to your homes. and al Board of Education n toga. Ctor leapt to that ewry coaMmmMy numtoi will taow what we art doing and I hope ill of you haw a wonderhd year. This column is to advise parents that the Maple Valley Schools is in com­ pliance with Public Act 131 of 1993 which requires schools to notify par­ ents and guardians of children that they have a right to be informed prior to application of pesticides Maple Vallee1 schools contracts with Rose Exterminator Company for pest control. The Rose Exterminator Company has been a reputable firm serving commercial, industrial and institution­ al facilities for over 130 years. In our buildings, the Rose Exterminator Company administers an inte­ grated Pest Management Program which includes mechanical, biological, harborage reduction and environmental controls with pesticide applica­ tions used only when necessary. Further, the integrated Pest Management Program requires that any aerosal or liquid pesticide not be applied in classrooms or other areas students occupy within four hours of student’s presence. If you require further information or notification pertaining to pestiede applications, please contact Pat Powers, Director of Operations and Transportation at 852-9421. Kim L Kramer.Superintendent BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS July i 1,2005 January 9. 2006 August 8, 2005 September 12,2005 February 13. 2006 at Fuller Elementary March 13,2006 October 10. 2005 at Maplewnod School Apnl 17, 2006* (third Monday) at Kellogg November 14, 2005 December 12. 2005 at Jr/Sf High school May R. 2006 June 12. 2006 Board of Education meetings are scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the hoard room at the Administration Office unless otherwise noted. BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Jerry Sessions Tim James Allison Avery Wayne Curtis Trustee Trustee Trustee Andrea Montgomery Mark Shoemaker Brian Green SCHOOL DISTRICT TELEPHONE NUMBERS Administration Office Bus Garage & Operations Alternative Commuinity Education Fuller Street Elementary Early 4s Maplewood School Jr./Sr. High School Special Educat ion Office Food Service 852-9699 852-9421 852-9794 852-9794 852-9468 852-2075 726-0600 852-9275 852-9275 852-3920 VOCATIONAL OFFERINGS Each year Maple Valley Schools offers vocational education programs, both at the high school and through lensing Community College. These programs are designed to prepare youth for a broad range of employmetn and training services and are offered under the guidance of qualified instructors. All vocational education programs follow the district’s poli­ cies of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, age. national origin, sex or disability in all activities and employment. In addition, arrange­ ments can be made to ensure that the lack of English language skills is not a barrior to admission or participation. For informat ion about t hese programs, contact: Mr. Todd Gonsor, High School Principal Maple Valley Schools 11090 Nashville Highway. Vermontville, Ml 49096 517-852-9275 ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION IN SCHOOLS The student’s parent/guardian must provide the school with written permis­ sion and request to administer medication (see form below). Medication should be brought to the school in the original container by the parent/guardian unless other safe arrangments are necessary and possible. Medication includes both prescription and non-prescription medications and includes those taken by mouth or inhaler, which are injectible (epipen), applied as drops to eyes or nose, or applied to the skin. [ J^DATORYM^ State law requires that all schools have on file a medication permission and instruction form signed by a parent or guardian. This form must also have the physician's instructions and signature. School Dfrwnnrl cannot dispense any medication without this form on file MEDICATION FORM STUDENT IDENTIFICATION INKIKMATION 1. Student’s Name _________________________ . Date ade Address Telephone . PARENT PERMISSION 1.1 hereby authorize school personnel to administer prescribed medication directed by our doctor. Parent/Guardian Singature Date.__________________________ Vour are hereby directed to give Medication . Do“* Time PHYSICIANS DIRECTIONS I. 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Library welcomes dragons, deeds by MoEy Benningfield J Ad Graphict Intern Many dressed of up the in visitors medieval The structures. winners were the Batdorfl family, the including Joe. Bckka. Sam best-dressed contest, as cho­ and Rachel Their castle, the those who showed up for the sen by King Kelsey (other "Vertigo Castle," was cho­ library** medieval faire on wise known sen as the best Knave*. princene* and palm readers were among Tuesday. the in Vermontville park reading The program. wear, hoping to win as President Doug Kelsey) He chose sis­ director Library Katie ters Mercedes. Brooke and Sharpe noted that all who Jade Scott, who wore flow­ entered fabric " Daring Deed* and Dragon ing Dreams." ended with a party princess crowns and hats dresses and the contest were winners and made great cas­ tles in the park that inc I tided dif­ The three girls won the Sunny weather and good ferent booth* featuring face "Reading Kingdom" castle spirits made the medieval a* their prize. faire a success last week in painting, a puppet show, spinning lessons, three King Kelsey also chose minute portraits, palm read the winner* of the castle­ mg. an archery contest, nov­ building elty thop and food table*. tured a variety of different contest that fea Vermontville. See LIBRARY, continued next page A library volunteer sketches eager faces during a “three-minute portrait.” Clarksville Steam & Gas Engine 16th Annual Show Thur., Fri. & Sat., Aug. 25, 26,27 Steam Engines, Tractors, Cas Engines Flea Market, craft Sales Concessions, Homemade ice Cream Handicapped Accessible TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS THURSDAY. AUGUST 25 8am Gates open 7.-00 - 9.-00 Breakfast Served 9.00 Flag Raising 10:00 Harvest Time Threshing & Baling, Silo Filling, and Corn Husking & Shelling Noon Lunch Whistle 1: 30 SAW MILL, SHINGLE MILL, & DRAG SAW 2: 00 Tractor Games 3: 00 Harvest Time 4: 00 Parade Of iron 6: 00 Retire The Flag 7: 00 TRACTOR GAMES CROSS CUT SAW CONTEST 7:00 Gates Close FRIDAY, AUGUST 26 7:00 am Gates Open 7:00 - 9:00 Breakfast served 9: 00 Flag Raising 10: 00 Harvest Time Noon Lunch Whistle 1: 30 SAW MILL, SHINGLE MILL, DRAG SAW & LARGE MILL 2: 00 Tractor Games 3: 00 Harvest Time 4: 00 PARADE OF IRON 5: 30 - 6:30 MUSIC IN THE GROVE MUD CREEK BAND 7:00 Tractor Games & Cross Cut saw Contest 7: 00 - 9:00 MUSIC IN THE GROVE LARE WILLIAMS & NEW DIRECTION 8: 00 Gates Close SATURDAY, AUGUST 27 7: 00 - 9:00 Breakfast Served 9.00 Flag Raising 10: 00 Saw Demo 11: 00 HARVEST TIME Noon Lunch Whistle 1: 00 KIDS PEDAL PULL 2: 00 Saw Demo 3.00 Harvest Time 4:00 PARADE OF IRON 4: 00 - 5:00 MUSIC IN THE GROVE ELLEN BEAM & BLUEGRASS TWIST 5: 00 Tractor Games 5:00 - 7:00 PIG ROAST 5: 00 - 6:30 MUSIC IN THE GROVE MUD CREEK BAND 6: 00 Retire The Flag 8: 00 Gates Close Baling, Thrashing, Corn Husking Saw Mill, Shingle Mill, Drag Saw Blacksmith Demonstration Country & Bluegrass Shows iron Kettle Popped Corn in the evenings A young girl dressed to the nines gets her palms read. Mtiw&Saturtiay^aturinigi: Mud Creek Boys - All Weekend Lare Williams Fri., 7 - 9 Ellen Beam & Bluegrass Twist ______________ Sat., 4 • 5_____________ $3.00 Show Admission Ages 12 and over Thursday Only Senior Citizens - £2.00 info, on Show Or Vendor Spaces: Dave Walter, 616-642-9509 Goldie Callihan, 616-897-2089 A woman demonstrates spinning at the medieval faire. South of the Village of Clarksville West off Nash Hwy. on Robbins Road ’ xplore a/^j^Pdirection in Medical Massage Therapy • e-Leaming Programs offered • Convenient funding options available • Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan & Indiana cities Click or call for more information Toll Free: 06613730 888-285-9989 www.BlueHeronAcadeiny.com - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 16, 2005 — Page 13 A homemade Reading Kingdom castle welcomed children into the medieval faire at Vermontville’s park last Tuesday. 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For Dinner, Refreshments and Wagering October 1, 2005 Dinner at 4PM; Drawing at 5PM Ramada Inn & Suites • Montpelier, Ohio Exit 13 (Ohio Turnpike) About one-hour and twenty-minute drive from Maple Valley High School, just across the border To raise funds for Maple Valley Athletic Boosters which are ultimately distributed among the programs of all Maple Valley student athletes. $100 per ticket Just dinner $42 Let’s get together with friends from our community on behalf of our Maple Valley student athletes. For information and tickets call: John Boss, (517) 388-4638 • Craig Lackschiede, (517-726-1148 omisk? �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 16, 2005 - Page 14 All MVHS teams underway this week MVMS cross country starts Aug. 31 The football and cheer­ leading teams were the first to get their 2005 fall seasons started at Maple Valley High School, the golfers got start­ ed on Thursday, and the rest of the sports’ practices begin soon. The remainder of the schools’ sports teams get started next week, in compli­ ance with the Michigan High School Athletic Association standards. Maple Valley’s junior var­ sity girls’ basketball team will be the first one’s on the court, with a practice from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the high school gym on Aug. 15. The varsity girls’ basketball team will meet from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 15 in the high school gym. Lion boys interested in playing soccer should be ready for practice at the Fuller Street Field Aug. 15. Practice will run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Maple Valley Junior High basketball will begin on Tuesday Aug. 30 which is the second day of school. Practice will be held right after school and will con­ clude at 5:00 p.m. The high school cross country teams met on Aug. 14, at the high school, at 10 a.m. The Lions will also be reviving their middle school cross country program this ear. meen w e e Bruce and Polly Deland will be “waving the checkered year. A meeting will be held for interested athletes during Sept. 11 at Sunfield Methodist Church. the day Wednesday, Aug. 31, at 11 a.m. at the Maple Valley senior-junior high school. The middle school cross Sunfield United Sunday Sept. 11. country team will compete in Methodist Church is plan­ There will be muscle at least three conferencejam­ ning for a Race Day, cars, race cars, drag car borees. everything from business cards and flag” on race day Sunday Sunfield UM planning Race Day Sept. 11 Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16,20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Richard Cobb • David Cobb Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville _ and hot rods. The car exposition starts at 9 a.m., church service is from 10:30 to 11:30. The car show continues until 3 p.m. Lunch is available the grounds. For those who would like to display their cars, registration are available by calling 517-566-8448. Sunfield MethodistChurch is locat­ ed 2-27 Logan St. in Sunfield. brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 517-726-0S77 Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 _ For I UNIT u Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06605544 06605333 SWITCH gears to State Farm Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service ■oLT,f LT,° MLS, ■oLT 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI AND SAVE Call for Find out why more people trust State Farm EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES for car insurance. See ifyou qualify for * Multiple Listing Service (MLS) * Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR Rick Winegar, Realtor up to 40%. 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(N-112 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • Lakewood News • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder • Weekender • Hastings Banner ON 2.6 ACRES NEAR HASTINGS SOUTHWEST OF 37 at 43 JUNCTION (2+ MILES) - SHOWS LIKE NEWH IF YOU ARE THINKING OF "BUILDING" CHECK THIS OUTII Built in 2000. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, more bedrooms possible in basement (partioned but not completely finished). Central air, first floor laundry, attached 2 car garage ar cement drive. Call Rick or Homer for all the details. (CH-113) Reporting History for the Future in I 1/2 ACRES 'IN COUNTRY' I MILE OFF M-79. PRICE REDUCEDll NOW $60,000 Two bedroom ranch home, newer well, septic 8t fur­ nace, home needs some repair 8t completions. Nice yard at circle stone drive. Call Homer. (CH-108) Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRES Ion main road. 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Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 16,2005 — Page 15 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS To the editor: CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale Lawn & Garden AQUATIC PLANTS: Water Lillies & LOTUS, Goldfish & Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR-(616)698-1030. Open Mon.PET: beige, brand new Fri., 9am-5:30pm; Sat., 9am(bought, never used). Still on 2pm. roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS, Darrell Hamilton, (517)852­ AMISH DROP LEAF 9691. KITCHEN TABLE with 3 chairs, in excellent condition, For Rent $500 obo. (269)948-0502 NASHVILLE FOR RENT: 3 HOUSE OF FURNITURE: 4 bedroom apt. Downtown, rooms, JC Penny, living close to everything. room, oak table set, bedroom $450/month deposit. No set, recliner, mattress set, pets. Call (517)543-7811. dining room, 2 months old. Paid $8,000. Sell $2,500. Will Garage Sale separate. (517)204-0600 2 FREE GARAGE SALE SLEIGH BED: queen cherry signs with your ad thatt runs wood with pillowtop mat­ in any of our papers. Get them m at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At SWEET CORN & LOTS OF the front counter. IT!!! $2 a dozen. (517)852­ YARD SALE: August 19th & 1935 20th, 9am-5pm, 179 E. Main, Automotive Vermontville, Jim Zemke. kids clothes, toys, CORVETTE, 1984, 85,000 Antiques, motorized, go-ped and ,lots of, miles, very clean, runs great, miscellaneous. $6,000 obo. Call (269)623­ 6999. DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable DO YOU WANT QUALITY prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at PRINTING at affordable (269)945-9554. prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. $99 AMISH LOG BED w/ queen mattress. Complete, never used. Must sell! (517)719-8062 Sunday,, August 21st . *13 .. $23 9 Holes with cart .. 18 Holes with cart per person per person . (must have tee time and at least 2 people) ________________________________________ I Labor Day Weekend, Sat., Sun. & Mon. a September 3d, 4,h & 5th 18 Holes with cart..... ........ *20 per person (must have tee time—musthave 4some) .. 06613334 ; PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on August 18, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a variance request for 617 Washington to move an existing garage to a line about 2'6" inside the lot line. The section of the Zoning ordinance that is in question is Section 5. If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by August 17, 2005, and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. 06613556 NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING The Castleton Township Board is holding a public hearing on establishing an Industrial Development District on a parcel of property in Section 32 of Castleton Township. The meeting will be held at the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan, at 7:00 p.m. on August 31, 2005. Individuals with disabilities requiring aids or services should contact the Castleton Township Board by writing or calling the following: Castleton Township, 915 Reed St., Nashville, Ml 49073. Phone (517) 852-9479. 06613786 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township Public officials work for taxpayers Business Services BLACK DIRT 10 yards delivered, $110; fill sand 10 yard load delivered, $70 to Hastings, Nashville, Wood­ land; also bulldozing. Call (269)948-2909. Real Estate 4 BUILDING SITES: 2.2 to 8.6 acres. 3 with north branch of Thomapple River frontage. Approximately 5 miles northeast of Hastings. $49,900-$62,900. Land con.terms available. tractt (616)891-8982. Help Wanted DRIVER: additional CDL-A drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A license. Good working envi ronment. (616)248-7729 I am very proud to be the daughter of Loretta Pixley, who has been treasurer for Castleton Township for 21 years. My opinion may be biased, but I can certainly give testimony to the long hours, late ng, countless pphone calls nights, and numerous challenges she has encountered doing a thankless job. The first of two points I want to make is that “We the people” (myself included) should be very ashamed of ourselves. It is our responsibility to raise questions and require ■ those elected into public officials to account for their decisions. We have neglected this with excuses of “I don’t want to get involved” or “I’m too busy.” In our hectic and hurried lives, many of us have become complacent and have blindly accepted the activities of our officials as being in our best interests. Many people do not want to get involved in govern­ ment, but if you pay taxes, you are involved. Ifyou have children or grandchildren in school, you are involved. If you plan to enjoy that new football field this fall, you are involved. If you see a local road, you are involved. If you appreciate ambulance From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Mill Pond has problem that officials must fix DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable p2r6ic9e9s?45C9a5l5 l 4J-Ad Graphics at To the editor: (269)945-9554. About the recent election in Castleton Township and Miscellaneous LOSE THAT EXTRA FIVE citizen Don Wiggins, I don’t POUNDS! TIGHTEN AND know the man, but I would FIRM YOUR BODY! GAIN like to buy him a cup of cofEXTRA ENERGY! YOUR fee some day in Shirley’s OWN ONLINE PERSONAL Restaurant here in Nashville. TRAINER! www.fullbodyMr. Wiggins stood up to coaching.com the elected officials and YOU WANT QUALITY at made them mad. I realize affordable prices when you what he is going through buy printing. Call J-Ad because I am going through Graphics for everything from my own private war with the business cards and brochures Village of Nashville about to newspapers and catalogs. the Mill Pond. Phone (269)945-9554 or stop Frank Dunham, village in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., president, won’t answer my Hastings. letters. Darrell Clemmons, Recreation head of the Department of 1995 HOLIDAY RAMBLER Public Works, will talk to ALUMA-LITE 29' TRAILER me, but the stories change. The first time I talked to DELUXE: Like new, fully loaded, light blue interior, Darrell was about the plan beautiful oak kitchen & liv- Mr. Dunham told me about ing room, $9950 or with 1999 to drain out as much water as Chevrolet ra erTahoe, Tahoowe, n white, w hite, possible in November, let the 4WD, trailer towing. pkg., leather, loaded, extra clean, algea freeze thus killing and l $21700 for trailer & Tahoe. let the pond fill up again in the spring. That doesn’t (269)664-4983 QUALITY DO YOU WANT QUALITY wash. Algea is caused by PRINTING at affordable water temperature and nutriprices? rices? Call J-Ad Graphics at ents. The second time I talked to (269)945-9554. Darrell, he said the water drop was due to evaporating. Wanted I don’t believe that works. BUYING ELECTRIC GUI- Then he said maybe the TARS: All kinds, all shapes. owner of the pizza place We pay cash on the spot. opened it. Then he said if the Second Hand Comers, downtown Hastings. D.P.W. did, they only left it open for two hours. (269)945-5005 Well, it has been going DO YOU WANT QUALITY down pretty steadily for sevPRINTING at affordable eral weeks now. prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at Now he says that the pres(269)945-9554. sure of the river is keeping the spillway open. I contend that if they (the DPW) hadn’t messed with it to start with, we wouldn’t have this problem. I am not trying to say any­ one is stupid or not doing theirjob, but there has to be a way to fix it. If the problem is man made he can fix it or we can kiss the mill pond and the wildlife goodbye. Steve Toman Nashville and fire service or having a library available locally, you are involved. Do you have a loved one at one of the local cemeteries? You have elected township officials to be the caretakers of these things. However, you did not give them free reign. Folks, there is a lot of mudslinging, backstabbing and name calling going on among our township officials right now. It has become very dirty. It all started when one official requested a 20 percent wage increase and another official questioned it. I will address my second point directly to the board members, who were elected to the board to represent the citizens, not their own spe­ cial interest. It is their duty not to become each other’s pawn. It is right that the pub­ lic officials question each other’s motives and be their own check and balance sys­ tem when needed. Yes, our local elected offi­ cials deserve a fair wage, just as we all do. We will pay our taxes, and in return we expect them to be responsi­ ble with our hard earned money. We expect them to make decisions that will ben­ efit the township as a whole, not just their own personal gain. Now that the special elec­ tion is over, it is time for healing. Please move past this and do what is best for the residents of Castleton Township. Make a positive impact. Forgive and move forward. Dawn Hall, Nashville ATTENTION VILLAGE RESIDENTS THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE WILL BEGIN THE STREET REPAIRS FOR LENTZ STREET AND WASHINGTON STREET ON AUGUST 16, 2005. NASHVILLE DPW 06613836 PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 6, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and. hear discussion on a rezoning request submitted by Harold and Sharon Stewart for 1008 Reed St. from Industrial I to Business I. If you wish to com­ ment in writing on this rezoning you must do so by September 5, 2005, and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. 06613833 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 discrimina­ tion 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 discriminationFamilial 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. SS&fifSr? NOTICE OPEN POSITION The Village of Nashville is looking for someone to serve as the Zoning Administrator for the village. The salary is $2,000 per year and the hours are variable, as needed. The applicant should live with­ in a reasonable distance of the village, have some knowledge of zoning issues, and work well with people. Anyone wishing to apply can bring or send your resume and application to the Nashville Village Office which is located at 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml 49073, on or before 5:00 p.m. on August 29, 2005. Application shall become the property of the Village of Nashville and will be public information unless otherwise requested. All resumes shall be held on file for one year and shall only be returned to the applicant at their request. The village reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. The Village of Nashville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 06613356 06571010 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 16, 2005 — Page 16 Former Nashville woman publishes her first novel Nashville from 1966 to 1979. "Psychology helps you understand people and maybe it’s my fascination with people that makes me want to create characters... one thing sort of leading to another." Simon, who has worked in the field of psychology for more than 20 years, first as a licensed social worker and now as a clinical psycholo­ gist specializing in trauma (trauma victims, childhood trauma, accident trauma and anxiety disorders) with Delta Waverly Counseling Associates P.C. in Lansing, and does forensic work for the court system, actually wrote "Shadow’s Embrace" about eight years ago. "The book essentially by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Growing up in Nashville Melinda Simon, a 1980 grad­ uate of Maple Valley High School, always knew she wanted to be both a psychol­ ogist and a writer. Now, after 23 years prac­ ticing psychology, first as a licensed social worker, then as a clinical psychologist, Melinda. M.J. Simon has published her first novel, a gothic romance ghost story, "Shadow’s Embrace." "I studied psychology but I’ve always wanted to be a writer, and have written sto­ ries since I was little, just not professionally," said Simon, whose parents John and Billie Simon, owned Simon Pharmacy in downtown C'MONIN! No matter where you purchased your GM vehicle ® We are here for YOU! We service ALL GM makes and models! Bill Seif Chevrolet Buick ~ OF HASTINGS Monday & Wednesday 8 Io 8; Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8-6; Saturday 9 -12.00 S M-37 IN HASTINGS - 269-945-2425 1-800-235-2425 WWW MnMHtiwvtuleluKMn I fiH Xf tSSSS wrote itself," she said. "I was finishing my doctoral disser­ tation and a doctoral disser­ tation is so technical and dis­ secting and I get obsessed with the details. It was very tiring and exhausting. So, I wanted to write something that nobody was telling me I had to write. "Writing the book was therapy and strictly for my own pleasure. I didn’t intend to have it published," added Simon. "I was going through a divorce at the time, so it was therapy and escape. I couldn’t control my life, but I could control what hap­ pened in the book. "I had developed the habit of sitting in front ofmy com­ puter for hours on end while I was writing my dissertation and I just used that same dis­ cipline for writing my book." "Shadow’s Embrace" is set in the fictional town of Brochtan, in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The hero­ ine, Maggie King, is a chil­ dren’s author who inherits an old Victorian house that belonged to her uncle. Maggie, who is new in town, learns that her new house may be haunted by the ghost ofman whose wife died over a century before, teams up with a psychologist named Jack Steele, who runs a psy­ chic research center. The pair is drawn closer together and their lives are in peril as they discover secrets that reveal the real reason for the strange occurrences in the old house. Simon said she doesn’t know exactly where her inspiration for the book came from, but she does know what it’s like to be a chil­ dren’s author like the heroine in "Shadow’s Embrace." For Ml Your Lawn A Patio Needs! Split Rail Fence Landscaping Timber 10” Cedar Price includes 1 post and 2 rails 3”x4”x8 ft. Concrete Paving Slabs From 1990 to 1996, she wrote the stories for Little Giant coloring books. "I wrote stories about little animals for children 3 to 8 years of age. I wrote a story about dinosaurs, a bear’s Christmas, the Easter bunny and another about a service dog. I really enjoyed doing the research and learning about service dogs," said Simon. Also, Simon’s husband, Brian Wissink, grew up in the upper Peninsula a place where the couple like to vacation. "I really don’t know where the idea for the novel came from; it just flowed," she said. "I’ve never had an ‘encounter,’ but I’ve always enjoyed ghost stories. But there are a lot ofghost stories thatjust aren’t scary. I want­ ed my story to be more atmospheric. I wanted to see if I could write a story that would scare myself. What is scary for one person isn’t always scary for another." Simon said she didn’t con­ sider having her book pub­ lished until about two years ago when she let a friend read it for the first time. ’ "She told me she thought it could actually be published and I started looking into Melinda Simon, formerly of Nashville, has published her first book, "Shadow’s Embrace." publishers and sending out query letters to what felt like a million agents," said Simon, who noted that an agent in Canada, Joanne Kellock, took notice of her book and started working with on refining her book and getting it ready to pres­ ent to a publisher. "She was about 80 years old and very eccentric, she would write me notes on napkins; but I had researched her and she was well known in the publishing world," said Simon. "She critiqued my work, helped me edit it and tighten up the story. By the end, it was starting to feel Foster families enjoy a ‘fun day' A YMCA Fun Day was held July 30 for foster and adoptive families of Barry County. The day was funded by the Child Abuse and Neglect Council of Barry County. Juls Mueller-Hayes, foster home recruitment and reten­ tion specialist for the county, said, “This event is back by popular demand, the families and children just love it!” YMCA Director Dave Storms assisted MuellerHayes and local foster parent Sherry Bickford to put together a varied schedule of wall climbing, boating, swimming, field games, diner and a magic show. “A few families love to fish, and brought their poles,” said Mueller-Hayes. “Others stayed late to roast marshmallows over a camp fire. The kids were so well behaved, and had so much fun, everyone went home tired, but happy. “Persons who are interest­ ed in learning more about these children coming from abusive or neglectful homes are welcome to attend our upcoming classes in TIME Straight Borders, Curved Borders, & Red White & Red........ 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"I finally got a call from her daughter-in-law who told me Joanne had died of can­ cer. I felt sad, even though we had never met; I really felt like I knew heir," said Simon. "Her daughter-in-law told me that Joanne would work with one new author at a time, working with them for up to five years helping them polish their work and I was her last one." Simon said she let her novel sit for another year before she decided to have it self-published. "I didn’t want to have to look for another agent," she said. "And, I don’t know, but it just seems special to me that I learned my book was being published on my dad’s birthday." Simon said she isn’t sure if she will write another novel, but "Shadow’s Embrace," published by AuthorHouse, is available at some area Borders, Schulers and Barnes & Noble book­ stores, as well as online from Amazon.com, Barnes& Noble.com www.hometownlumber.coni 06613900 Lake Odessa (616) 374-7595 Strength you can rely on Nashville (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-08-23.pdf 554f96ef98d871d9ccadbf80123ed94b PDF Text Text HASTINGSS PUBLIC PU LIBRARY 121.S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1W3 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 34, August 23, 2005 Last of 4 county master plan meetings sparks controversy by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter About 50 people, many of them local farmers, were at the Castleton Township Hall Thursday evening to express opinions about the Barry County master plan. Some ofthem weren’t par­ ticularly happy with the way things have been going. The meeting included a presentation by staff from Williams and Works, con­ sultants to the Barry County Planning and Zoning Commission. "The people asked a lot of tough questions," said Mike Callton, Fifth District county commissioner and a member of the Master Plan Committee. "There are some controversial elements in the master plan and most of them affect the farmers in Castleton, Maple Grove and Baltimore townships." Callton explained that the proposed master plan map shows that most of the land to be set aside for farmland preservation is in the town­ ships that would limit how the land could be developed. "Farmers could still split their land and sell of parcels near the road like they’re doing now, but they would not be able to build subdivi­ sions and condos on their land." He estimated that approxi- mately 90% of the people who attended the meeting were opposed to setting aside the majority of land in the three townships for farmland preservation. "Basically they’re saying, ‘We’ve broken our backs on these farms our whole lives and who is the county to come in and limit us as far as our property rights,’" said Callton. "Someone made a point to me by saying, ‘I would like to preserve my neighbors farm, but I would like to sell my farm for as much as I could get,’ so they realize the both sides, the need to preserve farm land, but also the farmer’s right to determine the use of his land." Callton noted that if the land is already designated by the county as farmland pre­ serve, the farmers may lose the opportunity for farmland preservation grant money, etc., as it becomes available. Callton also noted that the southeast corner of Barry County is economically stag­ nant and that establishing the area as a farmland preserve would do nothing to boost the tax base for the local townships and schools. "The cost of everything, particularly health care is going up, but if there isn’t enough increase in the tax base, then the townships are going to have a difficult time balancing their budgets," he said. "As the former presi­ dent of the (Maple Valley) school board, I know that the school systems are paid per kid and the student popula­ tion won’t increase more than 1 or 2% unless you have subdivisions come in. For school systems to stay healthy they need to grow, they can’t hold at the same level. They need more than 1 or 2% growth." The proposed master plan, consisting of 178 pages of text, graphs, charts and maps, much of which has been distilled down to an eight-page synopsis, is the product of 18 months of work, which included "futuring" workshops, focus groups and a community opinion survey of 2,677 reg­ istered voters in the county. An advisory group consist­ ing of township officials, county commissioners, members of the county plan­ ning and zoning commis­ sion, emergency services leaders and other community members also provided input. One of the most important concepts of the plan is the county-wide transfer of development rights (TDR). The use of TDRs would per­ mit a swap of rights pur­ chased by developers in return for a bonus of addi­ goals for the county are: tional units in certain resi­ • Maintenance and exten­ dential areas. Agricultural sion of the county’s natural landowners could sell their woodlands, prairies, wet­ development rights to a lands, lakes, streams, and builder who wants to build wildlife habitat; more acres housing in an area zoned for will be added to the approxi­ moderate density. mately 51,450 acres protect­ In return for surrendering ed by the state to reach a newly purchased develop­ total of 120,000 acres perma­ ment rights, the Barry nently protected. County Planning and Zoning • Maintenance of surface Commission would be able waters (lakes, streams, wet­ to grant the developer addi­ lands, and rivers) in a tional housing units beyond healthy and clean state to what is usually allowed in support a balanced ecologi­ the zoning district. cal system of plants, wildlife During the first forum, and human use. which was held earlier this • Limiting the provision of month in Yankee Springs utility services within the Township, Jim McManus, county (water and waste­ director ofplanning and zon­ water treatment) so as to ing in Barry County, said he encourage growth and devel­ considers the creation of a opment that meets local and county-wide plan very county land use objectives important because it would and goals. allow the swap of land • Continued support for between different local gov­ sustainable farming at a profernments. TDRs also have implica­ tions for the preservation of farmlands, according to Paul Wing, chairman of the Farmland Preservation Committee, since most ofthe development rights would come from areas described in the plan as rural conservation districts and would be sent to Lois Gardner of areas described in the plan as Vermontville has been elect­ low and moderate density ed president of the Eaton districts. County Association of The master plan’s eight Retired School Personnel for the 2005-2006 year. The group will have its first meeting for the season Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Independence Village in Grand Ledge with a lunch­ eon at 12:30 p.m. Reservations must be made in advance by calling Kay DePue at 517-627-0388 or Eileen Harrison at 517-543­ 7992. The program will be a presentation from Joann Sheehan of the Blind-Leader Dog programi. Other officers for the Eaton County association this year are First Vice President Inez Hubka of Vermontville-Nashville, Second Vice President Janet ‘Stuffin’ It for School’ effort seeks donations by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Late summer is a- time when parents dream of send­ ing their children off to begin a new school year with backpacks filled with notebooks, pencils, erasers, scissors and glue and other essential school supplies. Unfortunately, for many families in Maple Valley it’s just that — a dream. That’s why a group of local citizens have formed “Stuffin’ It for School,” a program designed to provide backpacks and school supplies for children in the Maple Valley School District who might otherwise go without. The “Stuffin’ ItIt for School” program is the brainchild of Amy Robinson of Nashville, who came up with idea last year while she was driving to work. I was driving to work, with my kids in the car when I heard on the radio that St. Vincent’s in Lansing was doing -a backpack program and I said to the girls that we should something for St. Vincent’s, then I said, ‘Now, why don’t we do something for the kids in our community? she said. Robinson contacted her friend, Angela Seaton, who in turn contacted Pastor Dianne Bowden of Nashville United Methodist Church, who is also the executive director the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), and they worked together to create the Stuffin’ it for School program. Many of the backpacks filled with school supplies will be given away during the Tuesday food pickups for the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf at the MVCCOH. The rest will be donated to the local elementary schools to be distributed to children in need once school starts. Last year, thanks to dona­ tions from individuals, local groups, organizations and Zoey Robinson, Amy Robinson, Angela Seaton, businesses, the program was Pastor Dianne Bowden and Keeley Robinson pose with able to supply 47 children a some of the backpacks and schools supplies they col­ with backpacks filled with lected for the “Stuffin’ It for School” program last year in school supplies. this file photo. The program seeks to provide backpacks Items needed this year and basic schools supplies for children in the Maple Valley School District. See STUFFIN', page 3 itable level. • Continuing economic vitality through the encour­ agement of existing busi­ nesses and the addition of new businesses. • Provision of a broad range of housing opportuni­ ties intended to serve all seg­ ments of the community. • Creation of settlements that will be centers of activi­ ty within a community; Assyria, Barryville, Cloverdale, Dowling, Fine Lake, Hickory Corners, Maple Grove and Orangeville have been iden­ tified as centers. • Maintenance of safe effi­ cient roads to link settle­ ments and activity centers in the county. A lengthy section of the document outlines future land use and divides it into See PLAN, page 2 Vermontville woman president of retired school association Mergener of Eaton Rapids, Secretary Julie McDonald of Bellevue, Treasurer Eileen Harrison of Charlotte, Past President William Garvey of Charlotte and Chairpersons Kay DePue Legislative of Grand Ledge, Marlene McKinney Insurance of Charlotte, Frances Pease, Historian of Bellevue and Membership Jane Goudreault of Olivet. Recently elected for the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel for the Area 15 for the next three years were Director Patricia McCollum of Hastings and Assistant Area Director Carroll Wolff of Maple Valley, Vermontville/ Nashville. Both ofthese offi­ cers are members of Eaton County Area Retired School Personnel local chapter. In This Issue... Michigan Board of Education trustee to visit local schools Open houses slated for all local schools Vermontville Twp. EMS Shaun Ancona honored Hall and Tobias ready to lead Lion cross country teams �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News* Tuesday, August 23 2005 — Page 2 PLAN, continued from page 1 eleven categories Noting the expressed wishes of resi­ dents, the document says. "Many of the residents of Barry County have indicat­ ed that they are content to remain a ‘bedroom com­ munity'... they desire to retain the natural rolling landscape that offers serene views, wildlife habitat, and a beautiful rural atmosphere." (All quotations were taken from the synopsis). Preserved lands offer virtually no prospect of development except very limited development on privately owned lands eli­ gible for preservation may be allowed as reasonable use of property, Rural con­ servation land, which fea­ tures "key ecological or aesthetic features which support the rural character of the county" will also be you could only sell your the creation of additional office to another chiro­ lakefront It is a very limit­ practor? That would really ed area amounting to about limit what you would be 4,800 acres. Undeveloped able to get for the proper­ lakes will be protected ty,’ and he was right," said from large-scale growth Callton, who is chiroprac­ and new development tor with his own practice in rules will affect both developed and undevelthe village ofNashville. Four areas in the county oped lakes. are defined as residential. Low density residential Country residential is is essentially suburban and designed to provide a tran­ features single-family sition from agriculture to homes. Utilities will genresidential while preserv- erally be available or ing current characteristics expected to be available. of the county. According Lot sizes will be smaller, to the document, "the pri­ about three housing units mary goal of this designa­ to an acre. Uses such as tion is to foster rational schools, churches, some development ofportions of types of offices and/or the county already signifi- commercial uses may cantly impacted by emerg- occur. Recreational uses ing growth patterns." may also be permitted. Lakefront residential is a Moderate density resi­ category that recognizes dential housing is expected the conversion of cottages to serve a mix of people to year-round homes, and and incomes in communi­ ties; the availability of public utilities or licensed systems will allow a densi­ ty generally of five units to an acre. Open space and neighborhood recreational facilities will also be a fea­ ture of this housing option. f you’re interested in earning high interest on your Centers are expected to provide for the increased savings, tax deferred and with no-load, commercial and professional services needs of then we have the plan for you with growing populations in the Auto-Owners Life Insurance Company. areas outlined earlier. All are small towns that have Contributions to the plan can be the necessary roads and infrastructure to support made when it’s convenient greater population growth. for you. Stop in our agency The centers will also encourage interaction and see us today! between people and sup­ port projects such as a *>4uto-Owners Insurance pavilion for a farmers’ Life Home Car Business market. Because of its excellent <a»z»7M soils, preservation of agri­ cultural areas, accounting for approximately one178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 fourth of the county’s land area, is regarded as THELMA 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 limited but would allow some single-family hous­ ing, probably on lots of at least 20 acres. No public utilities would be supplied in the area. "I’m on the committee and basically, when they created this master plan and basically, when we looked at the southeast comer of the county, we saw that this is the last large tract of rural farm­ land in the county and we wanted to protect that, not the hobby farms that are wedged in between subdi­ visions like we have in the northeast part of the coun­ ty," said Callton. "However, I understand the farmer’s viewpoint "Someone made a good point to me at the meeting. He asked me, ‘How would you like it if the village made a rule saying that Our deferred annuity plan will interest you. STAN KELLY DEBBIE TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south ol Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 10:30 a.m., ODO 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. 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 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. .........6 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. 6 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads FIRST Church Service...................... 9 a.m.CONGREGATIONAL Sunday Schoo 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHURCH (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) g 8 Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 110 S Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 am Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH W.orship Service.. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... 10:45 a.m. Beginning In June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service .......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects . and more. . Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors extremely important. Subdivisions and condo­ minium developments will not be permitted although the occasional single-fami­ ly detached home may be. The urban planning area refers to five urbanized areas: the city of Hastings, the Villages of Middleville and Nashville, and the communities ofDelton and Gun Lake. The plan describes these areas, saying, "They have individual and unique needs and this county master plan must recognize those needs and respond accordingly." The last area considered in the plan is the industrial area. Beyond noting that the industrial area outside the urban planning area comprises less than one percent of the county’s land area, the plan recommends that utilities such as water and wastewater treatment be available. Reference is also made to the possibility of agricul­ tural processing occurring in the area. The final section of the plan outlines a number of implementation strategies. Chief among them are the preparation of inventories of wetlands and natural features. Also high on the list are the preparation of a wetlands protection ordinance to protect wetlands smaller than -five acres (larger areas are protected by the state), and the amendment of the county zoning ordinance to imple­ ment the plan. The inspec­ tion and regulation of sep­ tic systems in the areas of the county where they are in use is also recommended. The plan also suggests the development of sub­ area plans for the eight centers discussed earlier. Among the topics to be considered are documenta­ tion of currently existing conditions with regard to land use, signage, design, parking and landscaping. Community visioning workshops could be used to form a consensus. Two final recommenda­ tions refer to the creation of a transfer of develop­ ment rights within the county on a countywide basis and the expansion of funding for planning and functions such as building inspections, compliance with ordinances, and development of an envi­ ronmental specialization. Callton said that the master plan map is "mal­ leable" and "bendable." I believe this plan is changeable and I am going to go to bat for my con­ stituents if they don’t want this type (farmland preser­ vation) zoning for our area," he said. "It is my job to support my constituents. (Sun and News reporter Fran Faverman con­ tributed all the back­ ground information included in this article). HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown H»«tlng« on St«t« St. [digital STEREO _9_4__5_._S_H __O__W_ Q NO PASSES fnt <rlnt rtfllli I tftr corn SHOWTIMES 8/23 ■ 8/25 ■ © RED EYE (PG-13) - 11:00,100,2:50.4:40,7:05,9:20 O DEUCE BIGALOW: EUROPEAN ■ GIGOLO (fl) ■ 11:10,1:35,3:25,5:15,7:15,9:15 ©SKELETON KEY (PG-13) 11:25,1:40,4:05,6:55,9:05 _ DUKES OF HAZZARD (PG-13) ■ ■■ CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE J FACTORY (PG) 12:00 PM 3:00,5:10,7:20,9:30 1 with $2.50 purchase | of 46oz bag ol buttery popcorn "’V • i _ wwwhastings4.com_ _ QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Mass................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH .ST. 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: 203 N. State, Nashville 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 .............. 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway & Ionia Rd. Sunday A.M. Worship . . .1030 a.m. Evening Worship............. ............... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR JEFF SWIFT VERMONTVILLE/ GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Joint Services during July and August At Vermontville July 3rd, July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, August 28th 108 North Main, Vermontville At Gresham July 10th, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte 9:00 a.m. Coming together in prayer 9:30 a.m. Coming together with singing 10:00 a.m. Formal Worship begins 11:00 a.m. Coming together in fellowship 11:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 23,2005 — Page 3 Michigan Board of Education trustee to visit local schools The Maple Valley School District has received word that State Board . of EducationTrustee Nancy Danhof has accepted an invitation to be keynote speaker ofl the opening day of staff in-service meetings Thursday, Aug. 25. The district is excited to have a high ranking edu­ cation official in the dis­ trict to talk about the state's views on restructur-parents and students about ing high schools,” said future employment Superintendent Kim options? " Kramer. “The state and Danhof will meet with the nation have begun a the staff Thursday morn­ drive to restructure high ing, and her address to the schools to better meet the staff will begin around 9 needs of students in the a.m. in the high school's changing world of work.” auditorium. Danhof said when she Kramer is extending heard of the district's goal this opportunity to the to restructure the high community to hear and school., she wanted to talk with a member of the come and lend a hand. State Board of Education. The question that was Those interested should posed to the State feel free to join the disDepartment of Education trict's staff at this opening in a June letter from day in-service meeting. Kramer triggered interest Restructuring the high from the department. school for the future is one Kramer's letter asked of the major goals the "Whatjobs do we train our Maple Valley Board of high school students for?’*Education established last Kramer's letter went on year, and the issue will be to describe the local situa-focused on during tjhe tion, saying, "My high coming academic year. school staff has spent a year studying the research and looking at job forecast numbers. They are now continued ready to make some sigsig­ nificant changes in how they prepare our students. But what should they include: back packs, markers, change to? We are a close­ pencil boxes, glue (stick and school),’ colored pencils, knit rural community that rulers, pencil cases, scissors, has watched our agricul­ and protractors. Backpacks tural base change and then and school supplies can be watched as a number of dropped off at the MVCour residents lost their COH, 233 N. 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Graphics Lare Williams Fri.,7-9 Subscribe to the Hastings Banner. Call 269-945-9554 to start getting all the news ofBarry County. �Ju« Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, August 23. 2005 — Page 4 Jerry Duane Miller Clare MC Dipp NASHVILLE - Mr. Clare W Dipp, age 71, of Buehler Road, Freeport, passed away Monday, August 15,2005, at the Hospice Care Center in Kentwood Mr. Dipp was bom on December 7,1933, the son of the late William W. and Gladys (Pinncy) Dipp Clare served his country in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957, earning the rank of Sp 3 (T). Clare was a lifetime resi­ dent of the Freeport area. After returning from the service, he worked on his family farm on Buehler Road in Freeport for over 44 years. In January of 1990 in Islamorada, Honda he married Lorell Sarret The cou­ ple lived together on the Dipp family farm during their married lives together. Clare was an avid out­ doorsman who loved to hunt. He also loved to collect clas­ sic and antique automobiles. Along with his. wife Lorell, the couple spent the winters together at their home in Florida. Clare is survived by his beloved wife Lorell, a son, two daughters, and a very special nephew, Brian Dipp. NASHVILLE - Jerry Duane Miller, age 54, of Nashville, passed away August 10, 2005. He was bom July 13,1951 in Bay City, son of George and Josephine (Parkinson) He was preceded in death Miller. Jerry was a retired by his parents. Funeral were held at the employee of Motor Wheel Freeport United Brethren and served in the U.S. Army Church on Friday, August during Vietnam. He was an 19, 2005. Pastor Brian avid fisherman, hunter and truly enjoyed his family. Albright officiated. He is survived by his life Interment followed the funeral service at the partner, Karen Fox of Nashville; five sons, Freeport Cemetery. (Jamie) Miller, In lieu of flowers, memori­ Matthew al contributions may be Justin (Stacy Courtney) made to Barry Community Miller, Marc Miller, all of Hospice or Barry County Sunfield, Jorge Miller, Jesse Miller, both ofNashville; United Way. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. three grandchildren, Dominic, Tyler and Zachary; two sisters, Kelly (Billy) Hoffman and Celeste (Perry) Kotick; many stepbrothers, stepsisters, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jessica; par­ ents; brother, Alex; and grandson, Brice. Memorial services will be h?ld Saturday, August 27, 2005 at 11 a.m. at the Peters and Murray Funeral Home, 301 E. Jefferson St, Grand Ledge, with Pastor Tim Olson of First Lutheran Church in Charlotte officiat­ ing. For those desiring, contri­ butions may be made to the Maple Valley Athletic Assoc., 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 in memory of Jerry Miller. Elizabeth Lynch NASHVILLE- Elizabeth Lynch, age 94, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, August 18, 2005 peacefully at Clark Retirement Community in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Lynch was born in Nashville on June 25, 1911, the daughter of the late Will and Lillian (Fenner) Gibson. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools there, graduat­ ing from Nashville High School in 1929. Elizabeth then continued her educa­ tion, studying business administration at both Kalamazoo College and the Argubright Business School in Battle Creek Michigan. Elizabeth was employed as an administrator for the United States Army for 15 years until she retired in 1977. She was the widow of Mr. Leonard P. Lynch. The cou­ ple was married on November 1940 in Kalamazoo. After the couple was mar­ ried they moved to Chicago area where they ran a man­ agement consulting business. The couple moved back to the Nashville area in 1953. They lived on the family farm on Bivens Rd. until 1985. Elizabeth has made her residence at the Clark Retirement Home since 1992 Elizabeth is survived by her son, Bill ( J. Gladys) Lynch. She was preceded in death by her husband Leonard. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday from 6-8 pm at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Funeral service at 11 am on Wednesday, August 24th at the Nashville United Methodist Church with pas­ tors Dianne Bowden, and Keith Pohl officiating. Interment will follow the funeral service at Wilcox Cemetery Nashville. Arrangements are being made by Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville. Syrup Queen, princess join Mint Festival "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 (517) 852-9712 Scott A. Daniels 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville W” 06605509________________________Owner/ ana & Fami,y Vermontville Syrup Festival Queen Dhanielle Tobias, along with the Little Miss Maple Syrup Princess Sarah Norton, wave to the crowds while representing the Vermontville Syrup Festival at the St. John's Mint Festival Aug. 13. Other parades Tobias has attended, along with her court, include the Potterville Gizzard Festival, Elsie Dairy Festival and Chesening Showboat Parade. They plan to attend more parades such as the Hastings Summerfest Aug. 27, Charlotte Frontier Days Parade and Silver Bells in the City Parade in Lansing. r Open houses slated for all local schools 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Maple Valley schools will be opening their doors Monday, Aug. 29, so the dis­ trict has scheduled its annual open houses and orientations for this week to help students who will be attending new schools to make the transi­ tion Orientation for students entering the seventh grade at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School has been set for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 25. Students will have an oppor­ tunity to meet their teachers, see their new classrooms and get an idea of what a typical day in middle school will be like. Fuller Street Elementary will have its annual open house from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25. Maplewood Elementary will hold its open house from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the same evening. The times of the elemen­ tary school open houses inadvertently were flip­ flopped in the ad that ran in last week’s edition of the Maple Valley News. For student registration information call Fuller Street Elementary (grades K -3) (517) 852-9468; Maplewood Elementary (grades 4 -6) (517) 726-0600, or Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School (grades 7 -12) (517) 852­ 9275. Lance Ainsworth 6-12-73 ~ 8-27-02 No farewell words were spoken, No time to say “goodbye,” You were gone before we knew it, A nd only God knows why. 1 k <5 We miss you, Uncie ... Lore—Lauren and Logan & family �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 23,2005 — Page 5 Vermontville Twp. EMS Shaun Ancona honored SERVING OUR COUNTRY AM encourages motorists to stop on red for school buses ‘Stop’ means ‘stop,’ begins with focusing on • Practice extra caution especially when it comes basic traffic safety prac­ in bad weather. to school buses, say state tices, such as the proper • When using a booster Shaun Ancona has been on highway officials. AAA use of safety belts, child seat, always use both the the Vermontville Township Michigan stresses the safety seats and booster lap and shoulder belt. Fire & EMS Department for need for motorists to fol­ seats. approximately seven years. Make sure the lap belt fits low state school bus safety She initially was a medical AAA urges motorists to low and tight across the first responder, getting her laws to keep students .safe. follow these safety tips: lap.upper thigh area and training when a class was Apcording to MAPT, on • Always stop for school the shoulder belt fits snug­ held at the Vermontville sta­ an average day in buses that are loading or ly crossing the chest and tion. She served the commu­ Michigan, 18,000 buses unloading students when shoulder to avoid abdomi­ nity as a first repsonder for transport 860,000 students red lights are flashing nal injuries. about three years, then went to and from school. (unless you are driving in back to the classroom at Michigan averages three the opposite direction on a Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte and received her fatalities per year due to divided highway). emergency medical techni­ school transportation• Slow down in or near cian (EMT) license. related crashes. school and residential Ancona said she had Nationwide, since 1993 areas. always wanted to be Shaun Ancona school-age pedestrians • Drive with your head­ involved in something in her The Sunfield/Boy Scouts have died in school trans­ lights on - even during community and while her bound to know the person or portation-related crashes. the day - so children and Recycling Center will be daughters were small, being the family involved. closed from Monday, Aug. Nearly two-thirds (65 per­ others can see you. on the fire and EMS was out 29, through Tuesday, Sept. 6, Ancona has lived in of the question because her • Look for clues - such for improvements. Vermontville 16 years. She cent) were killed by husband was a firefighter has one grown son, two school buses, 31 percent as AAA school safety A spokesman for the with Vermontville and one of daughters still at home and by other vehicles involved patrols, adult crossing scouts said, “We will be get­ the parents would have to be one granddaughter. She and in the crashes and 4 per­ guards, bicycles and play­ ting the floor ready to poor home with the kids instead of her husband, Joe, both work cent by vehicles function­ grounds - that indicate cement and pouring cement. both responding to a run. for the State of Michigan.In ing as school buses. children may be in the We will open back up on As her girls became old her spare time shen does the Sept. 7, at our normal hours. As part of its annual area. enough to stay by them­ books for her bowling The customary hours are “School’s Open” camselves, she started die MFR • Scan ahead between league, sells Home and Mondays from 9 a.m. to 6 class. paign, AAA also empha ­ parked cars and other Garden, is secretary/treasurer p.m., Tuesday through Friday She said she has seen sizes that driving carefully objects for children who for the Fire & EMS 9 to 3 and Saturday 9 a.m. to many changes in the EMS could dart into the road. Department and keeps finan­ noon. system overjust seven years. cial records for her church. The biggest one is that it is She said she enjoys EMS not that uncommon to order a and being involved in the The Maple Valley sports helicopter to transport a criti­ community and has interest­ schedule ad, which ran on cal patient any longer, they ed her oldest daughter in page 8 of last week’s edition are much more readily availcall medicine just by being an of the Maple Valley News, able to fly a patient to a hos­ EMT. erroneously listed a girls’ pital that will specialize in junior varsity and varsity the care the patient needs. Since 1980 football schedule. It is actual­ Ancona said she feels like ly the schedule for girls’ JV Leonard Hughes Jr. many runs now need a para­ and varsity basketball. Maple medic to give the advanced Valley does not have a girls’ care to a patient and that JV or varsity football pro­ basic ambulances, like Log With Vermontville are gram. are being Horses or Skidder 06605704 phased out. Being a mother of two teen-age girls, for her, ambu­ Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; lance runs involving teens Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service and kids are always the worst. It scares her, as it would any mother, when ’""‘••""d "" MLS 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Vermontville is dispatched to a car accident. She does a Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com . mental rundown of the kids’ Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI schedules to make sure it HW1S EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES could not possibly be one of Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available them. And coming from a Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI................................................ Home 517-726-0223 small town she feels that it is Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR.................................................................... Home 517-852-5066 rough sometimes because, as Mary Hammond Rick Winegar, Realtor ................................................................................. Cell 269-838-2884 a responding EMT, she is celebrates 80th Sunfield Recycling to close one week for improvements Timothy M. Smith Timothy M. Smith has joined the United States Army under the Delayed Entry Program. The pro­ gram gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual train­ ing in their career job spe­ cialty prior to being assigned to their first permanent duty station. The recruit qualifies for enlistment a $15,000 bonus. Smith, a 2002 graduate of Maple Valley Senior High School, will report to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for active duty on Aug. 25. He is the son of Barbara N J. Zehner of Vermontville, and Martin E. Smith of Leeds, Ala. Correction: Wanted: Standing Timber Hughes Logging LLC SOCIAL NEWS (517) 852-9040 birthday BERNECE MARSHALL celebrated her eighty-ninth birthday Tuesday, August 23rd, 2005 Bernece was born in Barry County in 1916. retired from Thornapple Manor after 20 years of service, and enjoys good health. She misses her friends and family. Be's address for this summer, where birthday cards may be sent: 25349 W. ST. OLAF AVE. INGLESIDE, IL 60041 Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 _ ____________06605333 Mary Hammond, the wife of Muri Hammond, will cele­ brate her 80th birthday on August 31, 2005. Her children, Dr. David Hammond (Lorraine) of Grand Rapids, and Rosemary Hahn (Elwin) of Battle Creek, will be taking them out to eat at Porter’s Restaurant of Battle Creek in September to celebrate. She has four grandchil­ dren, Michael (Amy) Hammond of Shorewood, Ill., Sarah Hammond (fiance Ryan Edwards) of Grand Rapids, Andrew (Wendy) Hahn of Rockford, and Nathan Hahn of Ann Arbor. She has one great grandchild, Ella Hammond. she and Muri enjoy living at North Point Woods senior living community in Battle Creek. Friends and neighbors are invited to send cards and let­ ters for her birthday. Muri and Mary will also celebrate their 60th anniver­ sary on September 1,2005. on 2.6 ACRES NEAR HASTINGS SOUTHWEST OF 37 & 43 JUNCTION (2-1- MILES) - SHOWS LIKE NEWII IF YOU ARE THINKING OF 'BUILDING" CHECK THIS OUT! 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Call Homer (VL-114) 2.2 ACRES north 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Hear Hastings "in the country". Great view, close to pub­ lic hunting & fishing. Lots of birds & wildlife. Some restrictions. Has drive way permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Hear Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water sewer avail­ able. Call Homer. (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. �Just Say 'As Advertised tn the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. August 23 2005 — Page 6 Ex-Nashville restaurateur Domestic violence volunteer crisis training You can make a difference ing will enable the partici­ in the lives of families shat­ pants to respond effectively chosen ‘Chef of the Year’ tered to the crisis line, to handle by domestic violence! by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Helmet Klett, who owned Helmet’s Koffee Haus, a gour­ met German restaurant in down­ town Nashville from 1990 to 1996, and now chef at the Black Swan Restaurant in Kalamazoo, has been named “Chef of the Year” by the Kalamazoo/ Battle Creek Chapter of the American Culinary Federation. KJett, who is treasurer of the local chapter, was chosen for the honor based on his work and his involvement with the federa­ tion's annual Seven Courses of Gold Banquet. The Seven Course of Gold Banquet fea­ tures seven courses, each one prepared by an individual chef from the local chapter and pre­ sented at a country club in either Kalamazoo or Battle Creek. "I’ve been involved in the Seven Courses every year and this is our 10th anniversary and we are going to make the Seven Courses of Gold really special," said Helmut, who noted that this year the event would be held in the McCamly Plaza Hotel in Battle Creek. It is at that time that Helmut will be formally recognized as the chapter’s Chef of the Year. Born and raised in Austria, Klett learned his trade at the Austrian Chef Cooking School and honed his skills working S.A.F.E. Place is now accepting applications and interviewing for the next 42­ hour domestic violence crisis intervention counselor train­ ing program in September. Trainees selected will receive intensive instruction in the dynamics of domestic violence, empathy tech­ niques, suicide intervention, legal aspects, domestic vio­ lence and children, substance abuse, sexual assault, and shelter orientation. The trainHelmet Klett, chef at the Black Swan restaurant in Kalamazoo, who once owned a restaurant in Nashville, has been named Chef of the Year. Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Aug. 24 with top chefs in Austria, Turkey noodle casserole, Switzerland and the United broccoli, winter squash, cake. States. Thursday, Aug. 25 After coming to the United Ham w/fruit sauce, States. Klett was the head chef al the Grand Hotel on Mackinac whipped sweet potatoes, Island and the Hyatt in Florida diced beets, dinner roll. before starting his own restau­ Friday, Aug. 26 rant in Nashville. After leaving Macaroni and cheese, peas Nashville, Klett was the head and carrots, stewed tomatoes, chef at Schuler’s in Marshall for four years before accepting the pears. Monday, Aug. 29 position at the Black Swan. Homemade chili, corn, applesauce, crackers. Tuesday, Aug. 30 BBQ ribette, country pota­ toes, spinach, bun, fresh orange. HSA100 Offers A Solution. • HSAs typically cost less than traditional plans. • HSAs make quality coverage simple. • HSAs help you save tax-free. Callfor a FREE quote! Dick Tobias, Independent Agent GddenRule* I 210 S. State Street • Nashville Golden Rule Insurance Company Cell: 269-838-7068 • H: 517-852-2020 - n Don’t let prime farmland waste Engagements cash cropland? Why indeed, when there are so many other empty, proper­ ly zoned sites available? The 39-40 acres on the north side of M-79 cannot and will not be destroyed! We are in favor of attracting new jobs and bigger businesses, but they must be in the proper places. Nashville on M-66 by Kent Oil and Wheeler Boat is an ideal location and is zoned for such an operation. Behind it there is more than enough acreage to get zoned prop­ erly for expansion. Frances Davis, Nashville Hope for the Homeless The Haven of Rest, a homeless shelter that feeds, clothes, and shel­ ters, men, women and children in our communi­ ty, needs your help. During the summer, donations tend to fall off drastically. People are busy with vacations and summer activities and for­ get that the needs of the homeless know no season. Please give generously. You can feed 10 people a meal for $15. You can feed 20 people a meal for $30. You can feed 33 peo­ ple a meal for $50. You can feed 66 people a meal for $100. Please make your tax deductible contribution to the Haven of Rest. Our address is 11 Green Street, Battle Creek, MI 49014. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Aug. 24 Chicken pasta salad, cole slaw, tropical fruit Thursday, Aug. 25 The engagement of question. Cottage oage ceese, cheese, Spanish pans Why destroy 39-40 bean salad, pineapple, muf-Alaina Meg Ommen and acres of prime productive fin. Trent Forrest Graham, Friday, Aug. 26 both of Vermontville, is Sliced turkey, corn announced. O’Brian, plums, whole wheat The bride-elect is the bread. daughter of Scott and Monday, Aug. 29 Sliced pork w/Swiss, Catherine Ommen of German potato salad, mixed Charlotte. She graduatfruit, whole wheat bread. ed from Charlotte High Tuesday, Aug. 30 School in 2002, attended Cubed cheddar cheese, Lansing Community pork and beans, pears. Rye College and is employed Krisps. by State Employees ’ Events Credit Union. Wednesday, Aug. 24 Hastings, Nails, Euchre The prospective bride12:30 p.m.; Legal Aid 10:30- groom is the son of Stan noon. Delton, Birthday and Marabeth Graham Party. 1069 S. Ionia Road of Vermontville. He Thursday, Aug. 25 -- graduated from Maple 1.1 mile south of M-79 on the corner of Summerfest & Lunch. Nash­ Valley High School in ville, TV Time. Delton, Carlisle and Ionia 1999 and is employed Puzzles/Trivia. Open most days 1 P.M. - 6 P.M. 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Place, a United Way Funded Agency serving To the editor: residents of Calhoun, Barry I am asking that all area and Eaton counties, provides domestic violence crisis residents concerned about intervention and shelter serv­ farmland preservation ices including: a 24-hour attend a meeting at 7 p.m. domestic violence hot-line, Wednesday, Aug. 31, at residential and non-residen- the Castleton Township tial support groups and coun­ Hall in Nashville. seling, families first support, This will be a public p। rogramming, children’s hearing for the proposed volunteer opportunities, community education/ Feighner outreach, andI family legal Company/Industrial Development District on advocacy. If you are interested in 40 acres on the north side being considered for the of M-79 west of September session or would Nashville. like to explore other volun­ This farmland cannot teer opportunities in and will not be wasted. Calhoun, Barry or Eaton Please come there is counties, contact Doreen strength in numbers — Harrison, Volunteer Program and look at the beautiful Manager, at 965-6093. bean field that next year will be com. Maybe we will be able to stop the industrial development of lands bordering our prop­ erties. The information I had to give the lawyer is not suf­ ficient to stop the industri­ al development district, but more than 150 citizens of Barry County and Csstleton Township are on record as saying “no’ to this project. 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Lions hope to have same old season in brand new league by Brett Bremer Sports Editor A big group of seniors will have the chance to show that they arc good players, and carry on the Maple Valley varsity football program's tradition of success, this sea­ son. Looking to step up and make plays for the Lions and head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt this fall will be senior quarterback Matt Gordeneer, senior defensive end Levi Andler, senior defensive tackle Mark Andler, senior offensive end Andy Root, and senior line­ backer Dan Laverty. Those are just a few of the newcomers expected to help the Lion football team in its first, and only, foray into the new Southern Michigan Athletic Conference (SMAC). They’ll need to be ready to go quickly. The team lost 26 players to graduation last spring including eight starters on offense, ten starters on defense, and a great deal of speed. Some speed does return in Adam Lamphere, a start sprinter for the Maple Valley varsity boys’ track and field team, who provided an offensive spark as a running back last year and is also a solid defensive back. The team’s other key returnees will by making room for Lamphere to run. Junior offensive guards Jared Goris and Max Wilson return, along with senior offensive tackle Drew Kersjes. Mittelstaedt said that this is another group of hard working players, and the goal is to be competitive each week. The Lions are always more than competitive. They finished last season with a 9­ 2 record, and a 5-1 mark in the final year ofthe Southern EATON FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Michigan Athletic Association. Their long time rival, Olivet, is now in the smaller of two divisions in the SMAC, but pops up on the schedule in week two (Sept 1). The Lions now have the likes of Brooklyn Columbia Central, Albion, Stockbridge, and Hillsdale as their main league foes. Parma-Western and Leslie are the other two conference foes on the slate. Maple Valley has had only one losing season in the last coach 25 years, but Mittelstaedt knows that this will be a very tough schedule for an inexperienced team. The season begins this Friday night when the Lions hit the road to face PewamoWestphalia. The first home game on the schedule comes when the Lions host the Olivet Eagles the following Thursday. GOOD TIME PIZZA Sports Editor Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball coach Landon Wilkes isn’t quite sure what to expect out ofthe new Southern Michigan Athletic Conference. New foes aren’t the only thing Wilkes will have to get adjusted to. There will also be a most­ ly new group of players on the floor for the Lions this fafi. A solid senior class that graduated last spring, along with junior Amy Joostbems transferring out ofthe district could make things tough in the early going. Guards are very important at all levels of basketball, and that position is a ques­ tion mark for Maple Valley. Some solid post players return, with senior center Mindy Newton ready to bang around down low. Also back are sophomore forward Ashley Gonser and junior forward Kristen VanZandt. Quickness, speed, and solid rebounding will be the team’s strengths as it looks to compete in every game this fall. The Lions will look for help in the backcourt from junior guards Alisha Felmlee and Kristen Hummel, as well as senior Sam Pierce. Also expected to make their mark on the court with the varsity for the first time are junior forwards Jessi Winegar and Alaina Mater. The Lions won’t have to worry about facing Olivet Maple Valley’s Mindy Newton fights for a rebound during a contest last year. The Lions will rely on Newton and a solid post presence overall during the 2005 cam­ paign. and Lansing Christian in conference play this season, but have a new list of oppo­ nents in the SMAC, includ­ ing Parma-Western, Albion, Stockbridge, Brooklyn Columbia Central, Hillsdale, and old SMAA rival Leslie. The Lions still get a shot at the Olivet Eagles when they host them on Sept. 20. Maple Valley begins the conference season at home SHIRLEY’S CHUCK WAGON CAFE STANTON REAL ESTATE & AUCTIONEERS on Sept. 30 against ParmaWestern. The season begins on Tuesday, Aug. 30, when Maple Valley hits the road to take on another- P.W., Pewamo-Westphalia. The Lions open the season with fourth straight road games. The game against Western High School is the team’s first on their home floor. CITIZENS L*L*C* CO* 109 5. Main St., Nashville 501 N. Main, M-66 Nashville 202 N. Main St, Nashville Main St., Vermontville 870 S. 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If anyone is sad to see the The SMAC will meet for Southern Michigan Athletic jamborees five times thisAssociation fade away into fall, before the Oct. 4 memory, it should be Maple Conference Meet at Valley varsity boys’ golf Lakeland Hills Golf Course. coach John Hughes and the The first of those jamborees rest of his team. comes this Thursday at The Lions won the final Willow Creek. three SMAA championships The Lions already have in the conference, and now two tournaments under their face a new set of foes in the belts, and will play one final tune-up, this Wednesday, when the participate in the Thomapple Kellogg Invitational at Yankee Springs Golf Course. Leading the list of return­ ing players this fall for the Lions are Adam Gonser and Garrett \anEngen. Those two carded the Lions’ top two scores last Friday when the Lions competed in the Barry County Invitational at Mullenhurst Golf Course. Gonser shot a team best 83 while VanEngen added an 84 for the eighth place Lions. Maple Valley finished with a 355. Lakewood won the event with a team score of 302. The Vikings Brad Elliott out-shot Delton Kellogg’s Josh Newhouse for the top individual honors. Elliott scored a 68 to Newhouse’s 69. Hall and Tobias ready to lead Lion cross country teams Dhanielle Tobias BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE ■ EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 4 I | Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available LAKEWOOD! Looking for a quality place to live, with a limit­ ed budget, consider this 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch with cen­ tral air, 1.3 acres and a 48 x 64 pole barn, all appliances included. Large back deck and a covered front porch, beau­ tiful country view. Priced below appraised value at $127,900. Seller will consider helping buyer with closing costs. Call Mary Reurink @ 269-795-2337 or Miller Real Estate -’ Middleville Office @ 1-800/241-5253. GREAT PRIVATE SETTING! 3 bedrooms * 2-1/2 baths * Open kitchen • Built in 2001 • Walkout basement • Horse lovers dream • 30 x 40 bam • 2 pastures w/electricity, water, and electro braid fencing • 80 x 120 outdoor arena • All on 5 acres. Call Kay @ Miller Real Estate of Middleville 1-800/241-5253 ....................................................................................$219,900. MILLER REAL ESTATE _ Ln OF MIDDLEVILLE 317 Arlington, Middleville, Ml 49333 Phone: 1-800/241-5253 Ou Justin McMillen added a 90 for the Lions, and Joey James a 98. The Lions were seventh out of 11 teams, shooting a 371 last Monday at the Wayland Invitational. VanEngen again led the Lions, this time with a 91. James also added a 91, while Gonser shot a 93 and McMillen a 96. Other contributors so far this season for the Lions have been Kory Starks, David Benedict, Berry Roscoe, and Rusty Harris. Saugatuck won the Wayland Invitational with a 336. Delton was second at 343 and Hastings third with a 345. Maple Valley will host two meets this season at Mulberry Fore .Golf Course, both in late September. The will face old SMAA rival Olivet Sept. 22 and host the final SMAC Jamboree on Tuesday, Sept. 27. by Brett Bremer the teams won’t stop looking Sports Editor for new members until the With only three days end ofthe season. before the first meet of the The season begins this 2005 boys’ and girls’ varsity Thursday when the Lions cross country season, Maple head to Laingsburg. They’ll Valley head coach Robb be running again on Saturday Rosin still wasn’t sure which when Parma-Western hosts teams his teams would be an invitational. running against in the new The first conference meet Southern Michigan Athletic won’t come until Conference. Wednesday, Sept. 21 at The Lions will be chang- Mullenhurst Golf Course. ing conferences again next year, so learning that Brooklyn Columbia Central, Hillsdale, Albion, Stockbridge, Leslie, and Parma-Western make up the The Lions’ Kory Starks watches a drive sail a bit to the new league with Maple right late in the round last Monday at the Wayland Valley wasn’t on the top of Invitational. (Photo by Brett Bremer) his list of priorities. More important was recruiting runners for the new season. “You don’t just talk some­ body into wanting to come out and run 3.1 miles,” said Mike Hall Rosin. The best thing Rosin can The SMAC will compete in do is mix things up in prac­ three jamborees this fall, the tice and make sure the kids first one at Mullenhurst, the on the team not only run, but second at Bellevue Oct. 5, have fun too. and a third Oct. 19 at “The kids do a lot. They Brooklyn Columbia Central. tell their friends. That’s how Maple Valley will only I’ve gotten a lot of guys to host one meet this season, come out this year,” said the Barry County Rosin. “They saw how much Invitational Oct. 31 at fun we had last year.” Charlton Park. Junior Mike Hall had enough fun running at the front of the Lion pack to return for a second season. He’s one of two returning runners for the Lion varsity boys’ team this season. Also back is sophomore Kaleb Root. Newcomers include junior R.J. Raines, and sophomores Daniel Benedict, Austin French, and Adam Cook. What: It’s a Night Out! Rosin would have liked to For Dinner, Refreshments and Wagering have come in as the boys’ When: October 1, 2005 coach early enough last sea­ Dinner at 4PM; Drawing at 5PM son to get those guys on the Where: Ramada Inn & Suites • Montpelier, Ohio course a year ago, but it’s better late than never. Exit 13 (Ohio Turnpike) Rosin was named the girls About one-hour and twenty-minute drive from Maple coach at the end of the 2004­ Valley High School, just across the border 05 school year, when former Why: To raise funds for Maple Valley Athletic Boosters coach Gary Hamilton decid­ which are ultimately distributed among the programs ed to step down. of all Maple Valley student athletes. Senior Dhanielle Tobias returns from that team, but How $100 per ticket her only teammate this fall is Much: Just dinner $42 freshman Erin Shoemaker. Let’s get together with friends from our community Rosin said that transfers, on behalf of our Maple Valley student athletes. jobs, and other interests For information and tickets call: knocked down the numbers John Boss, (517) 388-4638 • Craig Lackschiede, (517-726-1148 06613957 on the girls team this fall, but �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, August 23, 2005 — Page 10 Beth Barrone and Rob Fisk, with Bella the tracking dog. 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Librarian Katie Sharpe said more than 100 chil­ dren participated in the “reading for prizes” por- Batdorff, Gretchen Hakenjos, Bridget King, Sean Lennox, Josey Terpening, David Finn, Emily Wilber, Mercedes Scott, Amanda Clark, Brooklyn Scott, Kaylee Tyler, Ashley Ells, Ashlin Finn, Nathaniel Crane, Erin Derusha, Dan Alexander, Jade Scott, Garnet Sheridan, Keaton Sirbaugh, Ben Crane, Mike Holloway, Katie Rood, Keila Hamilton and Nathan Wright. The staff of the Vermontville Township tion ofthe program. Every three hours of reading earned a free DVD or video rental. After com­ pleting 10 hours of read­ ing, a prize was awarded. The title of each of book was recorded, and entered into a drawing for more prizes. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 35, August 30, 2005 Nashville council appoints village events committee ested in staging an event Staff Writer such as a public concert, fes­ The Nashville Village tival or show, are urged to Council voted unanimously contact the committee for Thursday night to establish a help in planning and sched­ village events committee and uling and promoting their appointed five village resi­ event. dents, including one trustee, "We’ll be sort of a clear­ to serve. ing house, so their won’t be The committee will be any conflicts with people responsible for scheduling a scheduling different events variety of events and activi­ at the same place on the ties throughout the year in same date," said Strotheide, conjunction with the Maple who also noted that the com­ Valley Community Center of mittee would also take the Hope (MVCCOH). initiative to find and sched­ "I’ve looked over the pro­ ule committee-wide events posal and it was very well such as free outdoor movies, done," Village President a skating rink and concerts. Frank Dunham told organiz­ The committee’s first er Melissa Strotheide, who event is ajazz concert, which was at last week’s meeting of is slated for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the council to obtain Friday, Sept. 23, in the pavil­ approval for the committee. ion in the park. The events committee will "We haven’t got any ven­ have a separate budget and dors set up yet, but we’re all individuals, groups and hoping to get local business­ organizations who are inter- es involved. We want to help by Sandra Ponsetto and promote businesses in • Tabled discussion on the community," said bids for a new roof for Strotheide, who with her Putnam District Library until husband, Jason, Dianne the second meeting in Bowden, the pastor of September to allow the Nashville United Methodist Library Board to obtain Church and the executive quotes for tin roofs that director of MVCCOH, could be compared with the Kathy Hansbarger, the bids the ■ board had already owner of Something Special obtained for the repair work by Kathy and trustee using traditional materials. Kimberly Knoll was • Approved the purchase appointed as members of the of banner brackets for the new committee. light poles in the village at a In other business cost of $1,582.65. The funds Thursday evening, the coun­ for the brackets will be taken cil: from the village’s local street • Adopted loss control rec­ administration budget. ommendations from the • Tabled discussion of Michigan Municipal League. Steve Toman’s letter of • Set 7 p.m. Wednesday, interest in applying for a seat Sept. 17, as the date and time on the village’s Planning for a public hearing for the Commission until Dunham Barry County Mitigation has had a chance to speak Plan Resolution. The hearing with him. will be held in the village • Appointed new trustee office located at 203 N. Main Justin Shotts to the Planning St. Commission, the building State Board of Ed. Trustee speaks to teachers and staff by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Michigan State Board of Education Trustee Nancy Danhof was the keynote speaker for the Maple Valley School District’s first staff in-service day of the 2005­ 2006 academic year Thursday at the Maple Valley High School auditori­ um. Danhof accepted an invi­ tation to speak to the teach­ ers and staff of the school district and interested mem­ bers of the public after Superintendent Kim Kramer wrote her a letter earlier this year asking, "What jobs do we train our high school stu­ dents for?" Danhof’s answer to that question, as presented in her speech, was quite simple: Prepare all students for post­ secondary education. In addition, she said,. it is important get the word out, particularly to the older gen­ erations, that the' world where a high school graduate could get a job in industry and provide a middle class life for his or her family no longer exists. "All of our students have to learn to be life-long learn­ ers," said Danhof, who noted that years ago a person could reasonably expect to change jobs just three times in their life, but now that number has increased to seven due to the changing economy and job market. "Now 80% of our workforce needs to be com­ prised of knowledge-based labor, which requires two, four or eight years of post­ secondary education. "It used to be that a II person could get a job in manufacturing and I make a good living. I That world no longer I exists and never will I again.” — Nancy Danhof | | I I "It used to be that a person could get a job in manufac­ turing and make a good liv­ ing. That world no longer exists and never will again," she added noting that in a recent poll only 27% of Michigan residents said they felt a. good education was essential to getting ahead in life. "That is the mindset we have to fight against. This lack of understanding is why we are where we are today. We have to educate the older community that what worked for them won’t work for their children and grandchildren. Danhof added that most students who seek post-sec­ ondary education now need some form of remediation before they can take courses that will apply toward a degree or certification. She said that it was up to schools to set higher standards so all their graduates leave the school ready for some post­ secondary institution whether it is a college or uni­ versity, or a trade or techni­ cal school. Danhof said the new "Three Rs" for schools are rigor, relevance and relation­ ships. She said it is important that schools provide a rigor­ ous education for their stu­ dents that is relevant to the modern job market while establishing a relationship with the students, their fami­ lies and the community. Danhof challenged teach­ ers and staff to fight against, "the soft bigotry of low expectations," when she said, "People don’t under­ stand that caring sometimes gets in the way ofrigor. Nine out of ten teens say that they would work harder if more was expected out of them." She said that education has to be relevant and, and grounds committee and the cable access committee. • Gave their approval by consensus to Shotts to pursue the possibility of allowing civil engineering students to survey the dam and reservoir on the Thomapple River as part of their college studies. He noted that the informa­ tion they generated could help the village decide what, if anything can or should be done. • Heard a complaint from a village resident about a neighbor who has 13 vehi- cles parked on his property. Police officer Jerry Schray said he investigated the situ­ ation and it was perfectly legal for the man to have 13 cars on his property because they were all properly licensed and insured and driven on a regular basis. However, he did note that he had notified the man that he needed to organize the vehi­ cles and other items that are in plain sight on his property. The council asked Schray to report back to them on the matter again next month. ‘Stuffin’ It for School’ donates 38 backpacks The local "Stuffin’ It for School" program was able to collect and fill 28 backpacks for children in need before the start of the academic year. "Stuffin’ It for School," now in its second year, seeks to ensure that every child in the Maple Valley school dis­ trict goes to school with a backpack and school neces­ sary school supplies Twenty of the backpacks and school supplies, which were donated by individuals and local businesses, groups and organizations, were dis­ tributed through the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope. The remaining backpacks were donated to the elemen­ tary schools to be distributed to students as the need arises during the school year. COA plans meetings about Medicare Part D Michigan Board of Education Trustee Nancy Danhof. "reflect what is needed, which is post-secondary education that will prepare them for the workplace." Finally, Danhof stated that educators have to have a relationship not only with the students and their parents but also the community at large. "We have to include the entire community and gain their support for our schools. They need to know that the world they once knew and thrived in no longer exists. They community needs to know that the world is changing and education has to change to prepare our stu­ dents for the future." Representatives from the Social Security Administration will visit each of the Barry County Commission on Aging senior dining centers during the month of September. They will answer questions and help seniors complete appli­ cations for the Extra Help for Prescription Drug Costs (Medicare Part D program). Medicare Part D takes effect Jan. 1, 2006. Individuals who meet low iincome guidelines will be eligible for Extra Help. The schedule for Social Security Administration vis- its is: • Tuesday, Sept. 6, 10:30 a.m. at Hastings COA - 320 W. Woodlawn. • Wednesday, Sept. 7, 11:00 a.m. at. Delton Faith United Methodist Church 503 S. Grove St. • Friday, Sept. 9, 11:00 a.m. at Woodland Eagles 125 N. Main St. • Wednesday, Sept. 14, 11:00 at Nashville Masonic Temple - 301 N. Main St. Seniors interested in stay­ ing for lunch following the presentations should call (269) 948-4856 to make reservations. In This Issue. • Local AWANA meetings start on Sept. 14 • Free hunter safety classes scheduled • Youth football meeting set • Lions come up with enough come backs at P.W. • MVMS cross country meeting �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, August 30,2005 — Page 2 Local AWANA meetings start on Sept. 14SCHOOL MENUS Vermontville Bible Church is about to begin another year of AWANA — Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed (II Timothy 2:15). The Christian club meets Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8 p.m., beginning Sept. 14. It will be kicking off the year with carnival style games, popcorn and refreshments. “This promises to be another exciting year!” said Vermontville’s AWANA commander, David Eddy, who said he wants to invite all area children who are in kindergarten through sixth grade to join in the fun parents have questions, and fellowship, all the please call the church at Maple Valley while learning important 517-726-0647, or email Elementary Menu life values and truths vbc-office@mvc4u.com. Additional information about the Gospel of Wednesday, Aug. 31 can be obtained by visit­ Christ. Chicken sandwich, Vermontville Bible ing the AWANA web site whole kernel com, peach Church is located at 250 at www.awana.org slices, trail mix, 1/2 pt. North Main St. in milk. Vermontville. For regis­ Thursday, Sept 1 tration information, or if Cheese pizza, tossed salad, applesauce, birthday cake, 1/2 pt. milk. From Our Readers Free hunter safety classes scheduled Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Sheriff Mike Raines of the Friday, Sept. 26, 28 and 30 Eaton County Sheriff — 6 to 8 p.m. • Monday, Wednesday and Department has announced the schedule for free hunter Friday, Oct. 24, 26 and 28 — 6 to 8 p.m. safety classes. • Monday, Wednesday and The response last year was tremendous and the classes Friday, Nov. 7, 9, and 11 — were very well received. The 6 to 8 p.m. Class size is limited to 30 classes will be held in the training room at the Sheriff students each session and registrants must be at least 12 Department, 1025 Independence Blvd, years of age by commence­ ment of the hunting season. Charlotte: To sign up or for more • Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Sept. 12, 14 and 16 information, please call Jerri Nesbitt at 543-5257. — 6 to 8 p.m. B • Monday, Wednesday and FROST ING & COOLING ity, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852- ‘Diana’s D&ice xT The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 06605469 1-517-852-9481 r Monday, Sept 5 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Does master plan permit land control? To the editor: Like some of the farm­ ers and landowners in Maple Grove, Woodland, and Castleton townships, I recently attended a "Barry County Master Plan Synopsis" meeting hosted by some members of the Planning and Zoning Committee. Their topic was a Transfer of Developmental Rights (TDR) program. Their idea of us selling our developmental rights to our property was voted down in a the election last November and we thought that was the end of it. Apparently this committee thought differently. If this group gets its way, landowners and many farmers like me in Maple Grove, Castleton and Woodland townships (along with parts of Carlton, Hastings and Baltimore townships) will lose the developmental rights of their land. Land values will drop and drop Labor Day Holiday Deadlinesfor rerailer Friday, Sept 2 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept 6 Mini com dogs, potato sticks, whole kernel com, orange push-up, 1/2 pt. milk. hard. I'll probably never sell to developers, but by God, I do not want a bunch of people that prob­ ably never farmed a day in their lives tell me what I can do with my farm and who I can and can't sell it to for whatever reason. We pay our fair share of taxes for our land — whether the land is located in Maple Grove Township or one of the "country res­ idential" areas outlined by the committee shouldn't matter in terms of devel­ opmental rights. This past Saturday evening, many farmers from the area (represent­ ing thousands of acres of land) got together and none of them were in favor of losing their devel­ opmental rights. As farmers and landowners in Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Aug. 31 Choose One Quesadilla, pizza, chicken sandwich, pasta bar. Choose Two garden broccoli/cheese, salad, peach slices, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept 1 Choose One Club sandwich, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, french fries, applesauce, juice, milk. Blood dr ive Aug. 11 nets 44 pints The Aug. 11 Red Cross blood drive at Mulberry Gardens in Nashville collect­ ed 44 productive pints of blood, which could help as many as 132 patients. Forty-seven donors pre­ sented and there were six deferrals. Three donations were made on the Red Blood Cell machine. When donors give blood using the 2RU machine, they only donate every four months, but they can give two units each time rather than one. Deb Stanton of Freeport won the drawing for 18 holes of golf, including cart, donat­ ed by Mulberry Fore Golf Course. Bonnie Dingman earned her four-gallon pin, Bill Shaw his five-gallon pin and Rebecca Warner her twogallon pin. All of the donors were served root beer floats with ice cream donated by Larry Hook. Tim Smith made and donated the new blood drive sign, which will be placed at the end ofthe driveway when there is a blood drive. The next blood drive at Mulberry Gardens is sched­ uled for Thursday, Oct. 13, when there will be a Halloween theme, including popcorn, cider and dough­ nuts. Donors must be at least 18 years of age and weigh 110 lbs. or more and be in reasonably good health. Friday, Sept 2 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Monday, Sept 5 No lunch served. Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept 6 Choose One - Double dogs, pizza, cheeseburger, these townships, we need taco bar. Choose Two to stand up and be counted Garden salad, whole kernel or we'll be talked in circles corn, orange push-up, juice, milk. until we lose our rights. Archie Jennings, Maple Grove Township farmer We’ll protect your assets in the event of a lawsuit tn t%n The Sun and News our personal liability insurance is there to protect you ifyou are The People Paper MAPLE VALLEY newsg news sued. But as your assets grow, so KELLY —A loadpaper oftoday! . should your protection. Contact us today and we’ll tell you about the “No ~ Display Advertising Deadlines ~ for The Reminder, The Sim and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Thursday, September 1 at Noon. Problem” personal umbrella protection available from Auto-Owners Insurance Company. ~ Classified Deadlines ~ for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business •v> stu. o.it. Friday September 2 at Noon. 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Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Iuesday August 30. 2005 — Page 4 Hunter safety classes slated There will be a hunter safety education class held at the Castleton Township Hail. 915 Reed St.. Nashville. Saturday. Sept. 10, from 8:15 a m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, Sept. 11. from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Barry County Conservation Club in Hastings. Both sessions must be attended in order to receive certification. Preregistratioo is required. The cost will be $7 and lunch will be provided on Saturday. ■I 955 N. Main (M-66) Nashville (517) 852-0760 GOLF COURSE Labor Day Weekend, Sat., Sun. & Mon. September 3*, 4'” & 5" 18 Holes with cart ............ *20 (must have tee bme per person For registration or ques­ tions, call Gary White at 517-852-9189. Youth football meeting set The next meeting of the Maple Valley Youth Football League (MVYFL) has been set for 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept 11, in the Vermontville village office behind the hardware. Anyone who has questions or needs more information may call Mark Jorgensen at (517)726-0491. mutt have 4some) Brenda Kay Hughes July 1, i960 Sept. 3, 2004 God saw you getting tired When a cure was not to be. So He wrapped His arms around you, And whispered, “Come unto me.” You didn't deserve what you went through, And so He gave you rest. God’s Garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best. We Miss You! Love, Mike, Kyle & Kendra, Keith & Jonessa, Karla & Dean. We Love You Maw, Maw Brenda, Kaylea & Klyne, Lane, Cylee & Logan, Hugheston & Hailey “Her children praise her and with great pride, her husband says, There are many good women, butyou are the best.” Proverbs 31:28,29 For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 SERVING OUR COUNTRY Kenneth D. Hayes Navy Seaman Kenneth D. Hayes, son of Susan I. and Stephen R. Hayes of Vermontville, recently com­ pleted U.S. Navy basic train­ ing at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Hayes completed a variety of training, which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event ofboot camp is "Battle Stations." This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. "Battle Stations" is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedica­ tion, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical applica­ tion of basic Navy skills and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Its distinctly "Navy" flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor. Hayes is a 2002 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Marcia Lynne Baker STAFFORD, VIRGINIA Marcia Lynne Baker, age 59, of Stafford, Virginia, died Friday, August 12, 2005. Mrs. Baker was born January 25, 1946, in Vermontville, the daughter of Russell and Ingle (Yonk) Tompkins and later raised by Dorothy Edmonds and Alice Fisher, of Nashville. She was a 1962 graduate of Maple Valley High School. She married Darrell Baker, and was fortunate to live and travel in Germany and 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 BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Baker; two sons, James (Malessia) Baker, Vienct (Tammy) Baker, and five grandchildren, all of Stafford, Va., Dorothy Edmons of Jacksonville, Fla.; sister, Maxine Wells, of Charlotte; niece Barbara Wells of Bellevue; nephew, Robert Wells of Elise. Memorial services were held August 18, Rev. Rickey Ritchie officiating. Interment Quantico National Cemetery, Virginia. Eme VERMONTVILLE Emery S. Wakley, age 79, of Vermontville, formerly of Sunfield, died Thursday morning, August 25, 2005 at his home. Commission 5dl‘U CoUlllU on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Aug. 31 Baked chicken w/gravy, stuffing, peas, stewed tomatoes, jello. Thursday, Sept 1 Shepard’s pie, Brussels sprouts, peaches, wheat bread. Friday, Sept 2 Turkey pasta salad, red skin potato salad, mixed fruit, sweet treat. Mr. Wakley was born May 3, 1926 in Portland, a son of Orville R. and Lila M. (Brady) Wakley Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mabel, and son, Michael, both in 2001. Surviving are nine chil­ dren, Dennis (Lynnell) Wakley of Marshall, Mary Lou Wakley of Crystal, Karen Amon of Lansing, Sandra (Jeff) Carpenter of Nashville, Steven Wakley of Vermontville, Terry Wakley of Hickory Corners, Jane (John) Haycook of St. Louis, Jeff Wakley of Nashville and Julie (John) Bodenmuller of Nashville; 29 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchil- Gregg and Jean Bamikow; two brothers, Richard and Raymond Wakley and numerous nieces and nephews. Services were held at 1 p.m. Monday at Barker­ Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken with Pastor Wilfred R. Baker of Central Church of the Nazarene officiating. Interment was in Meadowbrook Cemetery. Pallbearers were Kenny and Troy Amon, Reinhold Bodenmuller, Keith Carpenter, Denny and Tyler Wakley. Arrangements were made by Barker-Leik Funeral Home, Mulliken. dren; two sisters, Rosie Monday, Sept 5 Labor day. (No meal delivery) Tuesday, Sept 6 Chicken casserole w/broccoli and cheese, zucchini, apricots, dinner roll. Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Aug. 31 Ham salad spread, marinated vegetables, peaches, whole wheat bread. Thursday, Sept 1 Cold chicken thigh, potato salad, mandarin oranges, dinner roll. Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Friday, Sept 2 Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Hard boiled eggs, broccoli bacon salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 Monday, Sept 5 Give a memorial that can go on forever Turkey, during Darrell’s mil­ itary service. Her interests were her grandchildren, gardening, flower arranging, cross stitch, crocheting, crafts, travel and music. She had businesses in Interior Decorator and Bridal Planning. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alice Fisher, brother, Vencil Tompkins, and brother-in-law, Richard Wells. Marcia is survived by her husband of 33 years, Darrell Labor Day! (No meal deliv­ ery) Tuesday, Sept 6 Peanut butter and jelly, pickled beets, pears, English muffin. Events Wednesday, Aug. 31 Hastings, Nails, Euchre. Delton, Reminiscence. Thursday, Sept. 1 Hastings, Line dancing, 9:30 11:30 a.m. Nashville, TV time. Delton, Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Sept 2 - Hastings, Bingo; Oil Painting Woodland, Visiting. Monday, Sept. 5 - COA Closed. Labor Day Observance. Tuesday, Sept. 6 - Hastings, Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Social Security talking about extra help paying for prescriptions. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 30,2005 — Page 5 Cross country teams a little short-handed at first two Invites Mike Hall had a top ten finish, but the Maple Valley varsity boys’ cross country team wasn’t a full team last Thursday at the Laingsburg Invitational. The Lions only had four runners, one short of enough to earn a team score. Hall led Maple Valley’s foursome around the course and finished the The 2005 Maple Valley boys’ golf team. Team members are (front from left) Chad 13-team race in eighth Cogswell, Ryan Lennox, David Benedict, Joseph James, Jared Smith, Matt Hamilton, place as an individual in Kyle Staines, Barry Roscoe, Andrew Taylor, (back) coach John Hughes, Nate 17:04. Blakely, Adam Gonser, Garrett VanEngen, Kory Starks, Justin McMillen, Rusty Caleb Root was 68th for Harris, Ethan Griswold, Troy Westendorp, and Jesse Bromley. (Photo by Brett the Lions with his time of Bremer) 21:02. Daniel Benedict came in 83rd with a time of 22:38, and R.J. Raines was 88th in 23:16. Maple Valley did get to see what kind of competi­ tion it will face in the new Southern Michigan Athletic Conference. Albion’s Wildcats won by Brett Bremer Columbia Central was needs to get the best out of Sports Editor second with a 163, and its stars every afternoon to The Maple Valley varsi­ Stockbridge and Parma- move up in the league. ty boys’ golf team got its Western tied at 165. “Adam and Garrett have first look at its new con­ Behind the Lions, to go lower. That’s w hat it to resume fall ference Thursday after­ Albion shot a 183, and boils down to, said noon when the Southern Leslie a 191. Hughes. Michigan Athletic “I knew Hillsdale is Those two had the Conference met at Willow usually pretty good and Lions lowest scores as The Vermontville Creek Golf Course. Jackson Western is pretty they finished eighth at the Township Library’s knitting It gave the Lions the good. I didn’t realize 11-team Thornapple group formed last year will chance to learn early what Brooklyn Columbia Kellogg Invitational last resume its weekly meeting to expect in the new con­ Central is as good as they Wednesday hosted at schedule beginning ference. They should are,” said Hughes. “It’s Yankee Springs Golf Thursday, Sept. 15, at 6:30 p.m., in the library. expect to see lower scores going to be tough.” Course. from opponents. This group meets weekly Adam Gonser, Garrett VanEngen shot an 83 Maple Valley finished VanEngen, and Justin and Gonser an 85. to knit and enjoy conversafifth in the seven team McMillen all scored 43’s McMillen added a 92 and tion. All levels of experience jamboree, finishing with a for the Lions, while team­ Rusty Harris a 95 to com- are represented in this group, team score of 173. mate Kory Starks con­ plete the Maple Valley and beginners are always “It’s a little different tributed a 44. total of 355. welcome. Lakewood won the “This is the perfect opporschedule,” said said Lion The Lions have been a coach John Hughes. bit short handed early this tournament with a 312, led tunity to learn to knit, work “There’s a little bit more season, and a couple of by Brad Elliott who had on that scarf you've always competition. It’s going to players who contributed to the day’s best score, a 71. wanted to finish, or firmly be an interesting year.” last year’s varsity team Second through seventh tackle that sweater you've Hillsdale took the will just be joining the place spots went to O-K always wanted to make, all championship with a total team this week. Still, Gold Conference teams, while sharing laughs with a of 160. Brooklyn Hughes knows his team with Byron Center behind wonderful group of friends,” Lakewood with a 319 fol- a spokesperson for the library lowed by South Christian said. BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS ■ TRANSMISSIONS Those interested In joining 320, Caledonia 328, Thomapple Kellogg 328, this group are urged to all the and library for details, and a Hastings 341, AUTO SERVICE, INC. beginner's supply list. Wayland 341. Delton Kellogg was ninth with a 358. Godwin L Heights shot a 374, and Jeff Dobbin, Owner Kelloggsville 405. ASE Master Technician Maple Valley shot at 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. 3 Portland yesterday, and 3 Hastings, Ml 49058 Towing Available will be back in action this afternoon when the In SMAC meets at Tomac Woods Golf Course in Albion for the second jamboree of the season. the boys’ meet with a team score of 45 points. The top five Wildcats were in before the Lions second runner hit the fin­ ish line. Mike Soltis was fourth overall and first for Albion with a time of 17:02. He was followed in by teammate Chris Jurasek who was fifth in 17:03, Zak Hazens sixth in 17:03, Aaron Parson ninth in 17:23, and Nick Peltier 21st in 18:28. Fenton’s was first over­ all in 15:55. DeWitt won the girls’ meet with 43 points. The Lions also had to go without team scores at Saturday’s ParmaWestern Invitational. Maple Valley had a pair of runners finish in the top four. Hall was third in the Division 3 boys’ race with Maple Valley golfers see how tough SMAC will be a time of 18:20.9. Dhani Tobias ran the girls’ race in Division 3, and placed fourth overall in 24:21.8. Only three of the eight teams in the girls’ race fielded full teams, with Quincy taking the champi­ onship with 45 points. Manchester (72) was sec­ ond and Grass Lake (97) third. Reading’s Mandie Parker won the race in 22:59.8. The results were the same in the boys meet, with only three teams earning scores. Quincy took the title with 38 points, followed by Manchester 54 and Grass Lake 88. 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Pewamo-Westphalia’s only fourth quarter points came on a safety with 3:11 to play in the game. That cut a 30-21 Lion lead to 30-23, with the Pirates set to get the ball back. P.W. drove down inside the Lion 25-yard line need­ ing just one touch down and an extra point to tie before time ran out. The Lions had been the ones trying to come from behind for most of the evening. “Overall our effort was good,” said Maple Valley head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. “We came back after falling behind several times. We just hope we can play better defensively and be a little sharper on offense.” The Lions never trailed by more than eight points in the contest. Pewamo-Westphalia took a 14-6 lead early in the Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. 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Bentley, Esik Godbey, Andy Root, Joel Hummel, Steven Tait, (back) coach Brian Lincoln coach, coach Steve Hopkins, coach Brandon Hopkins, coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, coach Bryan Carpenter, coach Trent Harvey, coach Gary St. Onge, coach Chris Ricketts, and coach Don Roscoe. Missing from photo are coach Joel Mittelstaedt and Tyler Christensen. (Photo by Brett Bremer) • second quarter on a five-yard run by Kyle Weber. The Lion offense responded by scoring two touchdowns in the final three minutes of the half to pull in front. Senior quarterback Matt Gordeneer plunged across the goal line from a yard out with 2:08 left in the half to pull the Lions within two points at 14-12. On the final play of the first half, the Do-It-Yourself Play Action Hits Trainer *279" The Trainer Pre-Cut Kit with the blue label is a wonderful beginner playset, includes an elementary play deck and simple swing layout 5-sq.-ft. 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Bently with a 47-yard touchdown pass to pull in front for the first time in the game at 18­ 14. It was Gordeneer’s second touchdown pass of the night. He hit teammate Adam Lamphere with a 63-yard pass a minute into the second quarter to cut a 7-0 PewamoWestphalia lead down to 7-6. The Pirates had an answer for the Lions until the very end. They came out in the second half and scored with 6:59 left in the third quarter to take the lead back on a 29yard run by Paul Platte. The extra-point made the score 21-18 in favor of P.W. It was Platte’s second TD. He got the Pirates on the scoreboard when he hauled in a 16-yard pass from quar­ terback Drew Thelen with 9:20 left in the first quarter which his team up 7-0. With 9:08 left in the fourth quarter Tim Wood scored to put the Lions up 24-21, then Tyler Christensen put the final points on the board for Valley with a 19-yard TD scamper with 4:34 to play. Christensen had 71 yards on 12 carries for the Maple Valley offense, and tied Levi Andler for the team lead with seven tackles apiece. Wood carried the ball five times for 70 yards, and Lamphere led the Lion offense by carrying six times for 82 yards. The Lions racked up 266 yards on the ground and 405 yards of total offense. The Pirates had 232 yards total, with 202 coming on the ground. The Lions will be home for the first time this Thursday when they host the Olivet Eagles in a non-conference clash. Olivet and the Lions are both 1-0. The Eagles topped Williamston 21-14 on Friday night. MVIVIS cross country meeting this Wednesday Maple Valley will be reviving its middle school cross country program this year. A meeting will be held for interested athletes during the day Wednesday, Aug. 31, at 11 a;m. at the Maple Valley senior-junior high school. The middle school cross country team will compete in at least three conference jam­ borees. 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KITCHEN TABLE with 3 Garage Sale chairs, in excellent condition, $500 obo. (269)9484)502 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs HOUSE E OF OF FURNITURE: FURNITURE: 4 4 iin any of our papers. Get rooms,, JC Penney, living them at J-Ad Graphics, ics, 1351 room, oak table sfet, bedroom N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At set, recliner, mattress set, the front counter. dining room, 2 months old. Paid $8,000. Sell $2,500. Will SEPTEMBER 2ND & 3RD, separate. (517)204-0600 9am-?? Many dishes, houseSLEIGH BED: queen cherry hold items, tools, clothes, wood with pillowtop mat­ etc. 8225 E. Butler, Nashville, 1/4 mile east of M-66. tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 SWEET CORN & LOTS OF Card of Thanks IT!!! $2 a dozen. (517)852­ 1935 CARD OF THANKS AQUATIC PLANTS: Water Lillies & LOTUS, Goldfish & Koi, liners, pumps, filters. Apol's Landscaping Co., 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia. (616)698-1030. Open Mon.Fri., 9am-5:30pm; Sat., 9am2pm. ings on 2nd and 3rd shift at an automotive parts manufacturer. Successful candidates will be able to show a solid work history that reflects good attendance habits. Additionally, candidates will enjoy working with their fingers and using tools to quickly assemble partsprior plastic injection expe­ rience is a plus. Must be available for overtime & weekends. Apply at Manpower today. (269)948-3000 EOE DRIVER: additional CDL-A drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauffeurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A license. Good working environment. (616)248-7729 DRIVER: additional CDL-A The family of Virginia Thomas wish to thank everyone for their prayers and thoughtfulness at our time of sorrow. Lawn & Garden ASSEMBLY $8.50 MANPOWER has several open- Business Services CHINE CHEBOYGAN: 5 BEAUTI­ FUL remote acres both rently accepting applications FIRM YOUR BODY! GAIN for a full time position in EXTRA ENERGY! YOUR Hastings. 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Contact MAN-(269)664-4983 POWER for more information...(269)948-3000 EOE For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 PRESS OPERATOR: MANPOWER of Hastings is cur- rently accepting applications for a 2nd shift position in the Middleville area. Qualified candidate must have previ­ ous manufacturing/industrial experience. Previous press operation experience is nelpful but not necessary. Must have reliable transportation, be drug screen and have a positive/stable work histo­ ry. Contact MANPOWER today for more information...(269)948-3000 EOE PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on a Hazard Mitigation Plan. If you wish to comment in writing on this rezoning you must do so by September 8, 2005, and turn in to the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. 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Call J-Ad Graphics at Short walk to state land. (269)945-9554. Driveway and grassy camp­ site. Electric. $25,900, $500 down, $320 month, 11% land contract, www.northernlandcom.com, Northern Land Company, 1-800-968­ 3118. AUR OCti/7lmUliUA with classes in H.R. ASSISTANT: MAN-LOSE THAT EXTRA FIVE POWER of Hastings is cur--POUNDS! TIGHTEN AND BLACK DIRT 10 yards de- MANPOWER of Hastings is 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1 -800-927-92/5. ) Miscellaneous drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service oriented person with chauf­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ cense. Good working envi- DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable ronment. (616)248-7729 prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at GENERAL LABOR/MA- (269)945-9554. livered, $110; fill sand 10 currently accepting applicayard load delivered, $70 to tions for upcoming positions Hastings, Nashville, Wood-at FLEX FAB. Qualified canland; also bulldozing. Call didates MUST be available QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS, (269)948-2909. for ALL shifts, have previ­ Darrell Hamilton, (517)852­ ous industrial experience, be 9691. drug free, have a Real Estate stable/steady work history 4 BUILDING SITES: 2.2 to and have a high school di­ PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: 8.6 acres. 3 with north ploma or GED. Positions are ■ All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act branch of Thomapple River very physical/heavy work. and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which frontage. frontage Approximately Approximately 55 Pay Pa rates rates start start @ @ $8 $8 (will (will i in . incollectively make it illegal to advertise miles northeast of Hastings. crease to $8.50 after 90 days “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ tion based on race, color, religion, sex, $49,900-$62,900. Land con- of successful work history). handicap, familial status, national origin, tract terms available. Contact MANPOWER today age or martial status, or an intention, to (616)891-8982. make any such preference, limitation or for more information... discrimination.” Familial status includes (269)948-3000 EOE. children under the age of 18 living with EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY Help Wantedd JUST LISTED IN LACEYI! MOVE IN AT CLOSE EASY DRIVE TO BATTLE CREEK "Country living'' - large mature yard, 4 bedrooms, 1st floor laundry, kitchen appliances included. Call Jerry (CH-115) We stock a complete line of... • Pumps * Tanks BRUSH PICK-UP The Village of Nashville will be picking up brush every Monday in September. Please place any brush or limbs that you want picked up next to the curb on Monday morning. • Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP AT A LATER DATE. Nashville DPW (517) 726-0088 Ios i § 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa FAMILY HOME IN NASHVILLE OFF M-79. NOW $60,000 home, newer well, septic & fur­ needs some repair & completions. Nice yard & circle stone drive. Cali Homer. (CH-108) 3 bedrooms, 2 story, new furnace, air conditioning, carpet, repainted thru out, handicap ramp, garage, mature shade. Home has been completely refurbished not lived in since (like new), main floor laundry. Call Hdmer. (N-l 12 VACANT PARCELS: 2.21 somi on main road. Surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable, nat. gas available, rolling with (VL-1 14) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Cali Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCED!! Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings "in the country". Great view, close to pub­ lic hunting fit fishing. Lots of birds fit wildlife. Some restrictions. Has drive way permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water 8t sewer avail­ able. Call Homer. (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. (VL-109 6f 110) ) �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, August 30,2005 — Page 8 Being a part of the community. It takes more than having a branch here. Our local approach to bankinggoes beyond keeping decisions right here in town. From supporting ourschools and local arts to humanitarian causes, Eaton Federal Savings Bank has a long tradition oftaking an active role in the communities where we do business. Good corporate citizens? Perhaps, but to us it’sjustpart of being a good neighbor. Retirement Open House Honoring Floyd Jewell August 31st • 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. NEW HOURS! Monday - Friday Lobby 9-5 Drive Thru 8:30-5 SaturdayLobby 9-Noon Drive Thru 8:30-Noon Thank you everyone who donated to the Shoe Drive sponsored by Eaton Federal � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-09-06.pdf bbf021095e5bdb58442ffb9ef5599fb8 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 36, September 6, 2005 Industrial development district hearing draws crowd and anger by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer More than two dozen peo­ ple, most opposed to the plan, attended a public hear­ ing last week for a proposed industrial development dis­ trict on a 19-acre parcel of land on the north side of M­ 79 in Castleton Township. The district would allow the Feighner Company Inc., which manufactures boat lifts and docks, to move and expand its current operation from its current location on the south side ofthe road. Many of the people who attended the meeting voiced opposition to the company, owned and operated by Scott Feighner, expanding and moving across the road where it would, "destroy farmland." "We don’t get a say in whether or not he can build a factory and destroy farm land?" asked a member of the audience. "It should be up to the voters. Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley explained that Feighner has already obtained a special Development Director Dixie use permit for the land from Stadel-Manshum replied that the Barry County Planning they had searched the county and Zoning Commission and for such facilities, but none the hearing was solely for the were available. purpose of allowing the pub­ "I could have gone six lic to discuss the proposed miles north of Nashville on establishment of industrial M-66, but I would have to do development district for that exactly the same thing I am parcel of land owned by the doing now," said Feighner. Feighner family that would "My family already owns the allow the Feighner Company land where I want to build; it to apply for, and possibly just makes more sense." receive a 50% tax abatement When members of the for up to 12 years that the audience stated that they felt state allows to encourage an expanded manufacturing new and expanding busi­ facility would be a nuisance nesses and industries. and an eyesore, Castleton Still much of the public Township Trustee Jerry discussion focused on where Reese responded that he had and how Feighner proposed seen a photo and sketch of to expand his business, the proposed approximately rather than on whether or not 11,000 square foot facility they felt the township should that Feighner was proposing approve the establishment of to build on the new site. an industrial development "If anyone objects, I think district. There were those in they should look at this pic­ the audience who suggested tures and they will see that it Feighner should have looked will blend in with the resi­ at moving his business to a dences and buildings in the pre-existing manufacturing area," he said. facility or other building. Later in the meeting, Both Feighner and Barry Township Clerk Loma County Economic Wilson said the proposed building reminded her of a horse bam in Kentucky. During the course of the meeting, Feighner also addressed environmental and noise concerns expressed,by neighboring landowners. He noted that his business does not use any chemicals or sol­ vents that could cause envi­ ronmental contamination and that he feels the expand­ ed facility will cut down on any noise because the new building will be much better insulated and it is his hope that all materials and prod­ ucts, many of which are cur­ rently stored outside will be stored inside the new facili­ tyFeighner said his compa­ ny currently has seven full­ time employees and hopes to add two or three new more positions when the business expands. When some people expressed concerns about additional traffic in the area, Feighner responded that the current facility would be closed, so there would be no increase in traffic going back and forth across the street and he did not foresee any increase in heavy trucking since his company uses its own vehicles for much ofthe delivery of its finished prod­ ucts. Some members of the audience questioned the rea­ soning behind allowing tax abatements for new businesses and expansion of preexisting businesses. ""Tax abatements are given to encourage • entrepenuerism," said Reese. “Right now we’re seeing a shift away from mass pro­ duction. What we are going to see more ofin the future is more small businesses employing people locally. These abatements are given to encourage people to build and employ locally." The board was questioned as to whether the tax abate- ment would cost the township tax dollars. "The township will still collect the same amount of property tax from (Feighner) as it has always done," said Cooley, who noted that even with the 50% tax break, the township would collect more on the new building than it does on the buildings currently being used by Feighner for his production facility. "But doesn’t the township get a small business tax?" asked a member of the audi­ ence. "The state collects busi­ ness taxes," replied Wilson. Stadel-Manshum said that she would like the township approve the industrial development district for Feighner, saying, "We want to dp what See DISTRICT, page 3 Area farmers rap county proposal for master plan by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The last public hearing in a series late last month for the proposed Barry County master plan roused contro­ versy among farmers in the eastern half of the county, who feel the proposal infringes on their property rights. Under the proposed mas­ ter plan, large tracts of land in eastern Barry County, pri­ marily Woodland, Castleton and Maple Grove, Baltimore and Carlton townships would be zoned agricultural, which would prevent farmers from selling their property to developers for subdivisions and condominiums and other non-agricultural uses. • "I’ll probably never sell to developers, but by God, I do not want a bunch of people that probably never farmed a day in their lives tell me what I can do with my farm and who I can and can’t sell it to for whatever reason," wrote Maple Grove farmer Archie Jennings, in a recent letter to the editor that appeared in the Maple Valley News. Kalamo United Methodist Woman to offer cookbook for sale Janice Crane and the chicken dinner to be held Kalamo United Methodist Thursday, September 22 Women are very excited from 5:00 to 7:00 pm, at the about their latest project. A church located at 1475 South cookbook of favorite recipes Ionia Road in Kalamo has been compiled by Janice Township. It can also be pre­ and is ready to go to the pub­ ordered by writing: Janice lisher. It will be called Crane P.O. Box 335, "Kalamo Kookin, Then and Nashville, MI. 49073. Please Now". The church’s 1940 include payment of $10.00. cookbook is included. Janice Checks made payable to is the churches director of Kalamo UMW. Proceeds music and also serves as the from this book will go to the Bellevue United Methodist kitchen fund, so we can Church’s secretary. She is update our kitchen. The com­ also the mother of three very munity is always welcome to active children, Benjamin, join us for Sunday worship Athena, and Nathaniel. The services at 9:30 am or con­ cookbook will be available at temporary worship services the Kalamo United at 11:00 am. Methodist Church annual "Basically, I’d like to get the county commissioners and the Planning and Zoning Board to understand our point of view," said Jennings in an interview last week. "I made up a petition and took it around to farmers in Assyria, Baltimore, Maple Grove and Castleton Township and asked if they were for or against the mas­ ter plan that would preserve farm land and prevent them from selling their land to developers for subdivisions or condominiums and almost all of them, about 57, were against it. Jennings said he hopes that by signing petitions, writing letters and coming to planning and zoning and county board meetings, the farmers in eastern Barry County can get the commis­ sioners to rethink the pro­ posed master plan. "These farmers are all good people who go through their day-to-day lives and would give anybody who needed it the shirt off their back, but when you start tak­ ing their rights away, they will fight like hell," he added. Jennings said zoning is not the best way to preserve farmland. "I heard that com was sell­ ing for $1.36 a bushel in Iowa last week and I had one farmer tell me that that is what com was selling for during World War II. If you want preserve farmland you’ve got to make farming more profitable so people will want to keep their farms and stay in business." Jennings noted that area farmland that sold for around $900 an acre 25 years is now selling for approximately $3,400 an acre; however, if the land was zoned agricul­ tural and could not be devel­ oped, he feels the price of area farmland would drop or stagnate. "I’ve heard farming described as a delayed wealth occupation," said Jennings. "A farmer doesn’t usually get his land paid off until just before he retires so you can see why they would­ n’t want to lose the value of their farmland. Many will never have much of anything until they sell off their land." Mike Callton, the com­ missioner for Barry County’s 5th District, which includes Woodland, Castleton and Maple Grove Township, and a member of the county’s Planning and Zoning Commission, said he under­ stands where the farmers are coming from. "In the northwest comer of the county there is expansion and growth that has been somewhat uncontrolled and the unfortunate result of that is my area is not been grow- SeelMSlERPUN,iMgeS Golfer hits a double-eagle at Mulberry Fore G.C. Harry “Skip” Edwards gives his Cleveland 5-wood a kiss and shows off his Spaulding ball he used to hit his hole-in-one double eagle on the par-4 12th hole at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville July 31. The 62year-old Edwards is a summer resident at Camp Thornapple Inc in Nashville, and also resides in Chesterfield Township. In This Issue • Mulberrry Gardens offers a local version of fine dining experienc • Plans well in place for Harvest Festival • Three birdies help VanEngen score school’s record round • Lion boy’s cross country team now has nine to run �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, September 6, 2005 — Page 2 Mulberry Gardens, offers a local version of fine dining experience man, is serving late lunches and dinners Monday through Friday from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m and Sunday brunches from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays are reserved for ban­ quets. The weekday dinner menu has appetizers with hot wings, fried mushrooms, shrimp cock­ tail and spinach dip. Sandwiches include a rueben for $5.95 and open face prime rib $6.95. All sandwiches are served with a cup of soup or house salad. You can create a bv Helen Mudrv Staff Writer Maple Valley and Lakewood area diners have another choice for their evening repast — Mulberry Gardens perched a top one of the highest views on M­ 66 just north of Nashville. There is a tranquil view over­ looking Mulberry Fore golf course and when the leaves are off the trees, you can see as far east as the water tower in Vermontville. Nyle Wells, a former Vermontville Village council- BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available $5.95 for a chicken cashew salad and $6.75 for a shrimp salad. The main courses range flora a six ounce sizzler for $7.95, chicken strips for $7.49 to steak and shrimp for $12.95. The main courses are served with potato, vegetable and house salad. Lasagna and spaghetti are $6.95 and served with house salad and garlic toast. The kids’ menu has hot dogs, hamburgers, peanut butter and jelly and spaghetti for $2.95. The dessert menu is where Wells shines. He said he spe­ cializes in pastries, making cakes, cheese cakes, pies... The Sunday brunch is $10.95 for adults and $6.95 for children ages 12 and younger. The menu includes a table laden with homemade pastries, fresh fruit, omelets to order, scrambled eggs and waffles. It has a lunch fare too: People who come to a late brunch won’t have to eat the rest ofthe day. “You would have to go to Celebrating 50 Years in the Community! STAN t’s not by accident that we’ve represented our community for 50 years. As an independent KELLY agency, we tailor the best insurance protection at competi­ tive prices. We represent only the finest insurance compa­ nies, like Auto-Owners, Hie “No Frank Butler (left) and George and Mary Lewis enjoy dinner at Mulberry Gardens. “It’s nice not to have to go so far for a good diner,” says George. Battle Creek or Lansing to find Recycling center reopens Sept. 12 The Sunfield/Boy Scouts recycling center will be closed another week for improvements. It plans to reopen Monday,- Sept. 12 with a new concrete floor. The Recycle Center takes paper, plastics, glass and computers. The hours are Mondays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The center is located in the pole bam in the back of the field by the water tower south of the train tracks. a comparable brunch,” Wells said. He said he like to think of Mulberry Gardens as a great place for a weeknight date. It is casual and laid back with a full bar and frozen drinks. “I look at Mulberry Gardens as a reasonably priced alterna­ tive to Lansing, Battle Creek or Hastings. Wells is 1982 Maple Valley graduate. He earned a degree in restaurant management from Lansing Community College and worked in New York City for five years. Folks in the Maple Valley area will remember Wells when he and his late wife Denise had the Old Cook Stove in Vermontville from 1989 to 1996. He and his wife Kim have a blended family with seven chil­ dren. Problem” People; Ask us about the many other advantages of doing business with an indepen- dent insurance agency. O TRANSPORTER 2 (PG-13) 1:20,3:20,5:20,7:20, 9:30 *Auto-Owners Insurance DEBBIE 40 YEAR OLD VIRGIN (R) Life Home Car Business 06614987 TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 1:30,3:55,7:00,9:20 MARCH OF THE PENGUINS (G) 1 10.3:10,5:10, 7:10,9:10 & ZOoz DRINK H with $2.50 purchase M of46oz bagof buttery popcorn ■ _ wwwhggtinyM^OQfn _ __ 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 Someone 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 ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ......... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.............................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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. 6 p.m. E.vening Worship 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) Church Service...................... 9 a.m. Sunday School.............. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ol M-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ........... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 PASTOR MATT.ROHDE Serving 4:30-7 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School Football Field $5.00 Donation* always gratefully accepted. Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation permeel P.O. Box 715, Nashville, Ml 49073 extra sandwich $3.00 Call ahead for your take-out orders 517-852-1B59—Advance orders taken thru Thurs., Sept. 15th PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 . . IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West ol.................... io a.m. WWorship r hyi Schoo ................................. 11 a.m. Sun da PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH . 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Pig Roast Sunday Services: .............. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ........... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 6,2005 — Page 3 Rich, selfish 911 program should share The Barry County emer­ gency 911 program has been selfishly hoarding a lot of money to buy a special state of the art program to track vehi­ cles while too many other pub­ lic safety agencies throughout the county are short of funds. How can this be possible? Well, you take a dash of sales­ manship, skillful manipulation ofpublic fear and emotion and the ability to operate with sym­ pathetic oversight, and viola! You get an overpriced govern­ ment program that flies in the face ofalmost every other pub­ lic agency that constantly has to cut its services to the bone. Emergency 911 Director Charlie Nystrom last week publicly boasted about plans to spend nearly a million dollars on a fancy new computer sys­ tem, like you might see on some TV cop show. It includes GPS locators, which while wonderful, are so expensive that Barry would be the first county in West Michigan to have them. Nystrom told the Barry County Republican Party last week that if this pricey system saves just one officer's life, it's worth it. I don't want to get into what an officer's life is worth, most would say it's priceless. But is this the best way to save a life, or is it real­ ly just an attempt to outshine all other 911 operations in the state, just to say, "I have the goods?" The public doesn’t have much say about spending this money on such an expensive system while other police, fire and ambulance services are having a hard time making ends meet. This is because there isn’t much objective financial oversight of the county's' emergency 911 sys­ tem. The 911 system came into being about 15 years ago with a one-mill annual levy that enables Nystrom and company to play with more than a mil­ lion dollars each year. It turns out they can't spend all of the money coming in fast enough, so they've salted some of it away with the idea of eventu­ ally being able to purchase 44 units of this special Motorola system. I even have to question whether a proper bidding sys­ tem was followed. Nystrom can boast that he hasn't had to spend all the money the public gives to 911 and now he's earned this fancy new system, but taxpayers should be telling him to stop hoarding the surplus and share it with other public safety agencies to better protect the general public throughout the county. The way I see it, this is a problem with administering the 911 program, which should be submitting a budget and answer to the County Board of Commissioners, not their own board. And when it takes in more money than it spends in the customary budget process, the commissioners should use the surplus to help other public safety agencies that really need it. These guys may think they’re acting in the best inter­ ests ofthe citizens, but the real problem is not in computer communications. What we really need is more officers on the streets and on the roads each day to serve the public. That’s what I think would real­ ly make a difference. So instead of a very narrow­ ly focused 911 millage, we should insist on a county-wide public safety millage. Unfortunately, fear can play a major role here. Officials nearly always can tell us we Plans well in place for Harvest Festival The 2005 Harvest two works in any medium Festival Committee is (oil, water color, ink, char­ looking for more partici­ coal, pottery and jewelry, pants in its lineup of activ­ etc.), but space is limited ities and contest for this so no oversized pieces fall’s festival, scheduled will be accepted. for Friday and Saturday, There will be a $15 Sept. 16 and 17. booth space fee for both Grand marshals for the juried and non-juried sub­ parade are Dave and missions. Booth spaces Kathy Mace. will be 12 xl2 feet. Some of the weekend’s Participants who wish to events include: be in the Juried Art Show • The Putnam District will have their work Library will be holding its judged by a member ofthe annual Fine Arts Show on Thomapple Arts Council. Saturday, Sept. 17, from All accepted entries are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Artists eligible for sale. For more information, who want their art work to be juried may submit up to or to obtain an entrance ^Diana’s <’P$ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. 10 106605469 1-517-852-9481 n Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16,20x20,20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. f Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Donner, 517-726-1084 form, please call the Putnam District Library at 517-852-9723 or stop by at 327 N. Main St. Nashvillel. • The Bake-Off and Chili Cook-Off contests, headed by last year’s Bake-Off winner, Faye Salyers, is looking for par­ ticipants for this year’s competition. Entries are placed in two categories by age and by item baked. Age groups are 12 and under or 12 and over. The categories are desserts or breads. There is a $1 entrance fee on each item entered. Chili Cook-Off contest­ ants can enter in teams if they choose. There is also a $1 fee for each entry. Judging will be held at the Styles ‘R’ Us Salon at 226 N. Main on Sept. 17. Entries must be at the salon by noon. Entry forms maybe picked up at the Putnam District Library or at the Styles ‘R’ Us Salon. need this or that, just so we can be safe. To me it feels like pay­ ing the local bully protection money. What really needs to happen if we are to avert this extrava­ gant spending in the future, is to turn over financial oversight of 911 to Barry County Administrator Michael Brown, who serves an elected County Board of Commissioners.. Right now, the 911 director operates under the Barry County Central Dispatch Administration Board, which is responsible for all financial and personnel policies. The board has eight members, incuding a representative from the County Board of Commissioners, a rep from the City of Hastings, one from the villages, two from the town­ ship association of Barry County, one from the public boast about the system he's put and two by statute from the together here. It's not hard to state police and county sher­ have a Cadillac program when iffs department The county you've got almost a blank prosecuting attorney serves ex­ check to build the system. officio, without voting power. At a time when most county At first glance, this board departments and taxpayers are may seem to be well rounded having to do more with less, it and loaded with public safety seems outrageous to. allow expertise. But nearly all of anyone to spend a lot ofmoney them are tightly connected just because they can. I think with local police and fire serv­ it's time we find a way for our ices, who seem to have a vest­ county administrator to take ed interest in pleasing the 911 over the financial administra­ system’s director. Even the tion ofthe 911 program. representative from the public These are not the right times is retired State Police to spend big bucks on a lot of Commander Ron Neil. bells, whistles and frills. We We've heard that Barry can't afford it now. Contact County's 911 system is a your county commissioners model many other counties and let them know how you have examined. We've also feel about this very serious heard Mr. Nystrom has made issue. numerous trips, at public — Fred Jacobs, vice pres­ expense, all over the state to ident, J-Ad Graphics DISTRICT, continued from page 1 we can to keep a business here that was started back in 1974 and keep jobs in the county." Township resident Steve Toman said he felt the public should have the right to vote on whether or not the town­ ship could approve an indus­ trial development district for the Feighner Company. "I object to this. We’re losing our rights every day," said Toman, who accused township officials of having, "closed their ears and hearts," to the voice of their constituents. As more and more people began talking at once, many of them agreeing with Toman, it became impossible to hear the person who had the floor. Cooley banged his gavel and said the hearing was closed. However, the discussion continued for another 35 to 40 minutes. "The township board is a pawn in all of this," said Wilson. "Scott went to Barry County Planning and Zoning and we had nothing to do with it. If anyone has strong feelings about this, they should have went to the plan­ ning and zoning meetings. "We (the Township Board members) have to do what is required by law, and that is to set boundaries for an industrial development dis­ trict, which is what we will do at the next Township Board meeting, if that is indeed what we decide we want to do. That is what this meeting has been about, whether or not we will estab­ lish a industrial development district, which will allow Scott to apply for a tax abate- TAX NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ment from the state," she said. "Nobody wants any­ thing in their own back yard, but with the economy where it is... we’re seeing all kinds of small manufacturing places being built in the country... Scott has to put in his own sewer system, that’s not cheap, he has to put in his own well, that’s not cheap... but we have to decide, do we want to keep jobs or do we want to lose them and con­ tinue with our idyllic farm scene? Myself, I’d like to be able to employ people." Ellen Washington, a resi­ dent of Castleton Township, said she circulated a petition asking area residents if they supported the Barry County Planning and Zoning Commission’s issuance of a special use permit and the township’s approval of a industrial development dis­ trict. She said she had the signatures of 64 residents, most of whom opposed it. However, not everyone at the meeting was opposed to Feigner’s plans for his busi­ ness and the establishment of an industrial development district. "There is a reason that people are moving their busi­ nesses to other states. I think that other states are more welcoming of light manufac­ turing businesses that don’t pollute," said Ken Hawblitz, who owns Trees to Treasure, a small saw mill and wood­ working business on Lawrence Road in Maple Grove Township. "I think the proposed Barry County mas­ ter plan (which calls for much of eastern Barry County to be zoned for farm- land preservation) will do a lot more to devalue property in this area than what Scott is proposing to do." Shawn Benner, who owns Benner Logging and Lumber, another small busi­ ness in the Banyville Hill area, said that he also believes that townships and counties in Michigan have to do what they can to encour­ age the start up and expan­ sion of businesses unless they want to see more busi­ nesses and jobs leave the state. When asked what he would do if the township denied his request for the industrial development dis­ trict, Feighner replied that he would look at relocating his business in either Eaton or Ionia County, where he said, "They will give me whatever I need." After approximately half of the audience members left and the hearing started to wind down on its own, Cooley noted that the Township Board would make its decision about the proposed industrial develop­ ment district at its regular September meeting, which is slated for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14, in the township hall located at 915 Reed St., Nashville. "There were about 28 to 30 people here tonight and most of them were against it, but we (the board) have to look at how it will affect the township as whole," he said. "We’re not giving Scott carte blanche; we can’t do that, but we, as a board, have to look at the big picture," agreed Wilson. Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) Last day to pay village property taxes will be: Saturday, September 17th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Location: 188 East Main Phone:517-726-1111 Kathleen Marsh Village Treasurer Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net oeswisa �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, September 6,2005 — Page 4 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sept 6 Sept 7 Sept 7 Sept 12 Sept 14 Sept 14 Sept 15 Sept 16 Sept 20 Sept 21 Sept 21 Sept 22 Sept 22 Sept 26 Sept 28 Sept 28 Goat Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Master Gardener classes begin, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church - Hastings. Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., Methodist Church, Hastings. Master Gardener class, 6-10, First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dairy Developmental Meeting, .7 p.m., Methodist Church, Hastings. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fall Conservation Tour. Poultry Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., MSU Extension Office. Master Gardener class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Shooting Sports Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Master Gardener Fall Workshop, 6:30-9 p.m., Extension Office. Rabbit Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m, First United Methodist Church. Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Master Gardener class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Check It Out al the Vermontville Township Library The book discussion group levels of experience are welat the Vermontville come. Ifyou are interested in Township Library is reading joining our group, please call “The Dogs of Babel” by the library for more informa­ tion. Carolyn Parkhurst. Due to recent damage to The quirky premise of Carolyn Parkhurst’s debut our DVDs, we are asking that novel is original enough: when returning DVDs in the after his wife, Lexy, dies Book Drop that you wrap after falling from a tree, lin­ them up in a plastic or paper guisticss professor Paul bag to cushion and protect Iverson becomes obsessed them. New DVDs: The Ring with teaching their dog, a Rhodesian Ridgeback named Two (NR), Beauty Shop Lorelei (the sole witness to (PG-13), Little Einstein,s: the tragedy) to speak so he Our Huge Adventure (G), A can find out the truth about Lot Like Love (PG-13), Sin Lexy’s death — was it acci­ City (R) and Because of dental or did Lexy commit Winn Dixie (PG). suicide? DVDs and VHS are $2 for If you are interested in three days. We also have a joining this group, which good selection of VHS tapes meets at 7 p.m. on die second that are free for the first three Thursday of each month in days. the library. Please call the The Library Board of library for more information. Directors will meet at 7 p.m. The Vermontville on the second Tuesday of Township Library knitting each month in the library. group is getting ready for a The public is welcome to new season. This group attend these meetings, as meets weekly on Thursday well as to drop a comment or evenings for instruction, con- suggestion into the sugges­ versation and sharing. All tion box. New Additions, Events at ATTENTION JOB SEEKERS MANUFACTURING OPPORTUNITIES (Caledonia, Dutton, Freeport, Middleville & Mulliken vicinities) HIRING ALL SHIFTS • $8.50 - $9.00 PER HOUR ???... DO YOU Have the Skills We Need ...??? - JOIN US WEDNESDAY 9/7 & THURSDAY 9/8 FROM 9AM TO 2PM S NO Appointment Necessary, Walk-In Basis 50 N. M-37 Hwy., Suite C Hastings, Ml (next to Greenridge Realty) 269-948-8555 EOE Drug-Free Workplace Quality Staffing Solution* Branch Mgr.-Jeffrey Lord Staffing Spvsr.-Lisa Wedge Staffing Agent-Ann Pitsch Off. Clerical-Tammy Girrbach www.Qualitystaffingsolutions.com Putnam Fiction: Polar Shift by Clive Cussler; Without Mercy by Jack Hilggins; Chill Factor by Sandra Brown; Double Tap by Steve Martin; The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks; Straight Into Darkness by Faye Kellerman; Tyrannosaur Canyon by Douglas Preston; Point Blank by Catherine Coulter. Non-fiction: The Royals, DANIELS 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 H (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville oeeossoe_______________________ & Family Owner/Manager areh ouse Handcrafted Activities and Made in tfie SA Amish Furniture Solid Oak • Cherry • Maple Library: by Kitty Kelley; Stanley Complete Decks; Natrural Cures, by Kevin Trudeau. Young Adult: Eragon by Christopher Paolini; Eldest by Christopher Paolini. Movies: Guess Who; The Wedding Date; Ice Princess; Strange Bed Fellows; Man of the House; Coach Carter; Million Dollar Baby; Love Stinks; XXX State of the Union; Because of WinnDixie; Spanglish. Putnam DistJict Library is going to be having Amnesty Month during September. Drop your overdue movies, books or other materials into the new drop box in the front of the library located next to the front steps of the building. No fines or questions asked. Anyone wishing to learn how to knit, crochet, cross stitch, Swedish weaving, quilting or needle point, please come and join the Needle Workers Group, which meets every Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m. The first fall meeting will be on Sept. 6. Pre-School Story Hour again will be held on the sec­ ond and fourth Fridays of every month at 11 a.m. On Saturday, Sept. 17, the Putnam District Library will have its annual Fine Arts Show, anyone interested in participating may pick up an entry form at the library. Huge Selection In S ’.tock W sssw- Scott Stickles come See Vs. .. Backhoe Work Custom Orders ~ No Problem Custom Stains - No Problem Corner of M-37 & M-43, Hastings • (269) 945-1767 -or- 1288 Rosewood, Jenison, Mich. (616)457-8087 Commission ^dHUCOUIliU on Aging Schedule of Events ] J | Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Sept 7 Salisbury steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, wheat bread, fruit crisp. Thursday, Sept 8 BBQ chicken, cauliflower, spinach, pineapple, combread. Friday, Sept 9 Salmon noddle casserole, broccoli, yellow squash, sweet treat. Monday, Sept 12 Roast turkey w/gravy, stuff­ ing, sweet potatoes, green beans, fresh apple. Tuesday, Sept 13 Pea soup with ham, roasted red skins, peaches, crackers. SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Sept. 7 Nachos, green beans, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept 8 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pepperoni French bread pizza, tossed salad, peaches, apple brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept 9 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, bread stick, fresh fruit 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept 12 Chef salad, cracker packs, Meals on Wheels Supper Meal fruit cocktail, vanilla pud­ Wednesday, Sept 7 Seafood pasta salad, com and ding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept 13 tomato salad, mandarin oranges. Macaroni and cheese, roll Thursday, Sept 8 Pimento loaf, peas and peanut and honey, broccoli, peaches, salad, mixed fruit whole wheat 1/2 pt. milk. bread. Friday, Sept 9 Cheese/macaroni salad, cucumber salad, tropical fruit. Monday, Sept 12 Chicken pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, fruitedjello. Tuesday, Sept 13 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, applesauce, dinner roll. Events Wednesday, Sept. 7 Hastings - Music with Charlie, Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m., Nails, Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Nashville BP Clinic. Woodland - Sleep Apnea 11:30 a.m. Delton - Social Security talking about extra help paying for prescriptions. Thursday, Sept. 8 - Hastings - Morehouse Kids, Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.-ll:30 ,a.m., Cancegr Support 7 p.m. Delton - Sleep 11:30 a.m., Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, Sept. 9 - Hastings Bingo, Oil Painting, Last Day to sign up for Grandparent’s Tea. Woodland - Visiting. Nashville - Apnea Sleep Apnea 11:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 12 - Hastings September Birthday Party, Nashville 5 10:30 a.m., Card Making, Beading 5 p.m. Delton Bingo. H,W,N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Sept. 13 - Hastings Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Kinship Care 7 p.m. Speaker Medicare. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Sept 7 Choose One Nachos, pizza, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - garden salad, green beans, apple sauce, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept 8 Choose One - Quesadilla, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Sept 9 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, tater tots, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Monday, Sept 12 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, California California blend, blend, veg., pineapple, juice, milk. Tuesday, Sept 13 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, broccoli, peaches, juice, milk. Piano Lessons by Kristen Vanderhoef ~FORALLAGES~ |,h 517-507-7662 06614893 11? ♦ |L ♦ ♦ ♦ 4 4 4 Nashville VFW Post 8260 5th Annual FLEA _4 MARKET ] Sept. 10th ] on the Common Ground 517-736-4049 s | Free Estimates No job too small. Open at 9 a.m. • Food available 11 a.m. jl $10 Spaces Available includes 2 tables 1 Space on the pavilion going fast! i 3 Ca"Sherry f°r reservations Wed-Sat. after 4 p.m. Public Welcome • 517-852-9260 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 6,2005 — Page 5 MASTER PLAN, continued from page 1 Three birdies help VanEngen score school’s record round && L. 1 . ,s*l! foT V is w . W Ui A by Brett Bremer “It was a pretty open course, which was nice, Power lines, putts but there were some tight rolling off the lip of the holes we had to hit cup, and occasional tree through too.” and bunker couldn’t slow There was some luck down Maple Valley senior involved in him coming Garrett VanEngen last up with a 36. It could have Tuesday when the been a little higher, but it Southern Michigan could also have been a lit­ Athletic Conference ‘ met tle better. He had four at Tomac Woods Golf three birdies on the round Course in Albion. and one bogie. VanEngen fired a twoOn the par-5 ninth hole, under par 34 on the par-36 his second shot was a near course to set a new Maple Eagle, hitting the lip ofthe Valley record for nine cup and rolling away. He holes. earned a birdie there, as It was good enough to well as on the par-4 num­ help the Lions move up to ber three where he third place overall in the chipped in. event. His drive on another par “He just hit the ball, four flew long and kept it in play, and hit it straight, straight into a long and straight,” said power line and fell Lion coach John Hughes, straight down. The rules who went as far as check­ said that he had to go back ing with his predecessor in and tee-off again. He was confirming the school­ worried that his second record round. shot could never match “I was pretty excited the first. about it,” said VanEngen. “My next shot, I hit a Sports Editor BRUSH PICK-UP ■Un, *3 u •it The Village of Nashville will be picking up brush every Monday in September. Please place any brush or limbs that you want picked up next to the curb on Monday morning. ■ta a ii-­ xCu sialiiliQi in ic -taiixs; ■ u- Hhijni PLEASE DO NOT PUT OUT LEAVES AT THIS TIME WE WILL BE PICKING LEAVES UP AT A LATER DATE. Qutdi'h iauiaiiiii > W- h ■ Wi « u Cim W t ’ Nashville DPW ton,” said VanEngen. “I was like 220 (feet) out I got out my utility club and I hit it four feet from the —— p11m—— . ” After the bogie on the fifth hole, he thought to himself, “I I pared out, I still shot even par. That would have been the best score I’d ever had.” His teammate Justin McMillen had a good day two, with a three-over 39. A pair of 43’s by Adam Gonser and Kory Starks left the Lions with a team total of 159. Hillsdale won the event with a 155. Brooklyn Columbia Central was second with a 158. ParmaWestern followed the Lions with a 165. Leslie shot 173, Stockbridge 180, and Albion 185. Monday at Portland the Lions fell 175 to 176. Starks led the Lions with a 40. VanEngen shot a 41, David Benedict 46, and McMillen 49. “We should have beaten Portland,” said Hughes. “Just from what we count­ ed up, we had 14 threeputts that day. If we’d of had 12, we win by a stroke. If we’d have had five, we win by eight. Then we go down there the next day and play pret­ ty well. It’s golf, it can be anything any day.” The next day for the Lions comes Wednesday when the SMAC meets at Hankard Hills Golf Course for the third of the conference jamborees. sides of the issue, "On one hand we would love to pre­ serve the look of our rural communities and preserve our agricultural heritage in this area. But, on the other hand, we also want to pre­ serve free will for our prop­ erty owners," he said. Callton agreed with Jennings’ statement that the best way to preserve farm­ land is to make farming more profitable. He also noted that if fanning in the area declines and farmers are not able to sell their land, it could have a real negative impact on the local government and the schools. "The taxes and our schools will stagnate. Schools are paid per pupil and ifthere is no increase in the population and instead there is a slow attrition in numbers due to smaller family size and people moving out of the area, it will only exacerbate the problem," he said, noting that he has talked to Kim Kramer, the superintendent of the Maple Valley School District, who is also opposed to zoning that would limit land use in the area. Callton said that farmers, or any of his constituents, in Woodland, Castleton and Maple Grove Townships, can submit their letters, petitions and comments either for or against the pro­ posed master plan to him via mail, PO Box 676, Nashville, MI 49073, and he will bring them before the planning and zoning committee when it meets next, on Monday, Sept. 26. MOO-ville Fall Hours Starting After Labor Day Mon.-Thur. 10-8; Fri. & Sat. 10-10; Closed Sun. 2 miles south of Nashville On the comer of M-79 & M-66 We want to thank all ofyou that have visited us this summer. Some ofyou had to be patient but we hope that you enjoyed your visit. For those ofyou who were too busy during the summer we hope you'll stop by soon! Farm Tours: Room Available for All-Occasion Parties, Family Gatherings, or Business Meetings. Cal for more info.; Thur., Fri. & Sat. at 2:00PM You can arrange a tour for your convenience when you have 10 or more. $3.00 Per Person $4.00 With Small Cone 269-838-8017 269-852-9003 $5.00■ With Processing Plant Tour Petting the Animals Pumpkins Soon Bottled Milk Soon The Westendorps Doug, Louisa, Carlyle, Eric, Troy, Levi, Tina, Brittany GREAT SELECTION! taW * ■J prf . yju . ing and now the county wants to put the strictest controls on it," he said. "It looks like what the county is trying to do to preserve farmland with this master plan is like making this part of the county (Woodland, Maple Grove and Castleton Township) pay for what has happened in another part of the county." Callton said when he first saw the master plan, he thought his constituents would be pleased with the county’s attempt to pre­ serve farmland in their area. "But, as I started talking to people, I realized that the only people who were for farmland preservation were not farmers or else they were hobby farmers with just an acre or two and a horse. Callton said he sees both ow & Save for a clear view of the outdoors. featured on aR Classto-Segance® Retractable Screen doors. FUU-WEW FUU-WEW 346-60 346-52 Brass Brushed Mckrt MIOWEW 346-80 Brew MKHffiW HIGH-VIEW 346-83 346-83 Brushed Mcket Brew Larson Storm Door September 1 — October 15, 2005 Choose the door that fits your style, then take advantage of great savings during the Larson Fall Sale! 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State in Nashville 517-852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com Mon’thru Sat*7:30 to 5:30 pm WH * $15 mail-in rebate from Larson during the Larson Fall Sale & Until two purchases per customer W family Not valid with any other offer 06615018 i-srwck8wni Choose your handle sty*,, ■ Brushed Hickel Accents dWwm fWndgn renrl tram odor �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, September 6,2005 — Page 6 Olivet wins its fifth straight against Maple Valley Association action. The two teams met Thursday night in a non-conference battle after years together in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association, and the Eagles poured it on in a 35-0 victory. The Eagles have now won five consecutive ball games against Maple Valley, since the Lions’ 40-0 victory in 2000. That victory made it six of the last eight for the Lions. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Rivalry games are rarely pretty when one team has a decided edge. The other doesn’t let up, knowing that things might not go as smoothly in the next meeting. The Maple Valley Lions hope that is the case next year, when they meet the Olivet Eagles in Kalamazoo Valley , a good beginning never ends ds It's Kindermusik* Round-up Time !!!! x Teresa A. Pash • P.O. Box 495 • Nashville, MI 49073 • (517) 852-9159 Children deserve our Best, and Kindermusik® is the Best Choiceforyour child. FALL SEMESTER SCHEDULE: Seept 22nd thru Jan. 19th (Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 24th • Christmas Break: Bre Dec. 22nd — 29th) CLASS SCHEDULE: Village (newborn to 1-1/2 yrs.) Classes Start — September 22 nd !!! Thursdays 10:00 a.m. "Feathers'1 A "Do-Si-Do" Oar Time (1-1/2 to 3 yrs.) "Wiggles A Giggles" 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Imagine That (4 to 5 yrs.) "See What ISaw" Classes are held at Grace Community Church in Nashville, MI (on M79). Class size is limited to 12 children. Each class is 45 minutes long. For "Village" and "Our Time" the parent attends the entire class. For "Imagine That" the parent attends the last 15 minutes of class. CLASS PRICES: $125 for 16 classes + material fees (non-refundable) Materials: Village = $60 • Our Time = $50 • Imagine That = $60 £ Materials Include: CDs, Home Activity Book, Story Books, Instrument, etc. $100 deposit requiredfor registration. Paymentplans are available. In the last five meetings, Maple Valley has been outscored 117 to 18. “It doesn’t matter what the score was,” said Lion head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. “It just counts as one win. We’re 17-8 against them over these last few years, but the last three haven’t been pretty.” The Eagles didn’t take it easy on the Lions late in the ball game. Olivet star senior Cam Bramer had his usual out­ standing game, rushing 17 times for 117 yards and three touchdowns, plus scoring a TD with a 79-yard punt return to end the first half. Bramer’s final touch down of the night came with 5:06 to play, against the second and third team Maple Valley defense. “He looked real good on that last touch down there,” said Mittelstaedt with a bit of sarcasm in his voice following the defeat. “He really looked good. He followed his blockers well.” The Lions might have been in a position to have the firstteam defense out on the field trying to stop Bramer late in the fourth quarter if it hadn’t f^k VALLEY wMAPLE Real Estate Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service mfcJ| 227 N. MAIN ST, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI......................................... Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR........................................................... 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More land 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII (VL_g8) available. 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'in the country’. Great view, close to pub­ lic hunting Bt fishing. Lots of birds & wildlife. Some restrictions. Has drive way permit Call Rick. (VL-99) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. able. Call Homer. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer avail­ (VL-105) Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Cali Homer for more details. YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. ... - _____ - __________ (VL-109&110 W Maple Valley senior defensive end Josh Bursley (25) smashes into Olivet senior quarterback Jason Fox to record a sack midway through the second quarter Thursday night to slow down an Eagle drive. (Photo by Brett Bremer) been for a few mental mistakes in the early going. With Olivet up 7-0 in the first quarter, a pass from Lion senior quarterback Matt Gordeneer to teammate Adam Lamphere in the flat bounced incomplete. No one chased after the ball at first, then the Eagles took off after it when no whistle was blown on what proved to be a lateral. On the first play from scrimmage following the turn over, Olivet senior quarterback Jason Fox. rolled left and hit teammate Karson Messenger with a pass that went 21 yards for the second Eagle score. The score was still 140-0 in favor of Olivet when the Lions got the ball looking for one last drive to end the first half. When the drive stalled at the Maple Valley 47-yard-line, the Eagles hesitated for a moment the called time-out with 16 seconds left to play. The Lions ensuing punt floated down in the hands of Bramer, who raced to the left side of the field, then back to. the right, on his way to his 79yard score, to end the half. “I believe he was probably told to kick it out of bounds,” said Mittelstaedt. “I think some of our inexperience showed tonight. We'got away with some things last week. We weren’t able to get away with them this week. But it’s just one game.” The Lions were only in Eagle territory once in the first half. The Lions marched the ball down to the Olivet 10, where on a fourth-and-six play Gordeneer’s pass to Andy Root in the end zone was inter­ cepted by the Eagles’ Joey Wilson. Bramer’s other scores were a 39-yard run oh a delay up the middle in the first quarter, and a 1-yard plunge with 5:45 remaining in the third. Blake Thornton converted on all five of his extra point kicks, after missing a pair of field goals in the first quarter. “Right now, I’m most con­ cerned with where we go from here,” said Mittelstaedt. “I don’t want to talk about , the schedule because we can’t control that The team we had last year was capable of win­ ning this league. The team we had two years ago was capable of winning this league. I don’t know what this team is capable ofyet” The Lion offense was capa­ ble of just 167 total yards Thursday. Dan Laverty led the Lion attack with 13 carries for 67 yards. Lamphere had eight carried for 39. Olivet managed 254 yards of offense. Micah Coplin led the Lion defense with nine tackles, and Josh Bursley had five. Maple Valley- begins the conference season next week when it travels to Parma Western High School on Friday evening. 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Child Care BJ'S DAYCARE HAS OPENINGS. 24 hour child care; drop-ins are welcome. Food program available, State pay is accepted. License cense #DG080243764. Call feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li-renting E-mail: Mueller- (517)852-9031. cense. Good working envi- HayesJ@michigan.gov or telephone: (517)543-5844 ronment. (616)248-7729 Summer reading program finished at Putnam Library Putnam District Library patrons of all ages heard the two inevitable words “The End” Friday, Aug. 26, as its 2005 summer program ended. The summer program’s theme this year "Dragons, Dreams and Daring Deeds" was fiin, entertaining and edu­ cational for all age groups this year. A mini-medieval faire fea­ turing "Ren on the Run" and the "Blue Dragons" June 18 kicked offthe program. Adults and children saw Merlin the Wizard, Knights, Ladies, a King and Queen. They were also treated to music and songs from the time period, sword fighting demonstra­ tions, lectures on Knights and Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 Caledonia Farmers Elevator Your Deer Care Stop" Whole Shell Coin $4.79/50*. Weapons and enjoyed an English tea with scones made by Roma’s Bakery. On July 29, area children came to play games that origi­ nated during the medieval time period, including Chess and Pall Mall on the library lawn. Giant game boards were painted on the library lawn and the children used themselves as Chess Pieces. Magician Jim Merrill was on hand Aug. 10 to teach an old form of entertainment "juggling." Children, parents and staffwere all joined in the fun and learned the basic fun­ damentals ofjuggling. The reading halfofthe sum­ mer program also ended with the area children shattering ' their goal of 10,000 pages read by the Aug. 13 by thousands. This year’s theme inspired even older teens to join in the reading program. Prizes were also given out to everyone who participated and turned in pages read for the reading pro­ gram to reach the goal of 10,000 pages. The top prize winners were Davita Mater, Larissa Mater, Courtlynne Slater, Kayla Bishop, Abby Smith, Athena, Nathaniel and Benjamin Crane, Matt Scramlin, Aaron and Kyle Knoll, Carl Bolinger Jr. and Seth Trowbridge. Deer Cor ........................ $649/5o-ms. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: (Com, Molasses & Salt) Buck * Doe Block - is*. $7.99 Your choice for $749 ea Block Topper • Drip uck Deer Cane Block Caledonia Farmers Elevator 1018 3rd. Ave., lake Odessa • 616-374-8061 Hours: Monday-Friday 8-5; Saturday 8-12 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 06571010 Committee members of the Maple Valley chapter of Ducks Unlimited are planning the second annual Ducks Unlimited Banquet and Auction for Saturday, Sept. 10, at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course Club House in Nashville. The banquet will begin at 5 p.m. with a social hour, featur­ ing cocktails and hors d'oeu­ vres. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. During the social hour, there will be games to play, raffles, a silent auction, as well as a chance to get a first look at all the items to bid on during the live auction. On the menu for the evening will be dinner salad, baked chicken and dressing, new potatoes and green beans, din­ ner rolls and dessert. A pre-event raffle once again will be featured, with tickets going for three for $25 prior to the banquet and $25 each dur­ ing the night of the banquet The first place winner of this drawing will take home a 12 gauge and a 20 gauge Charles Daly Semi-Automatic black synthetic Field Hunters. The second ticket drawn wins a $100 raffle package, and the third, fourth and fifth tickets drawn also will win raffle pack­ ages for the evening. The local Ducks Unlimited chapter is offering a special package for those who sponsor prior to the banquet. The $1,000 Gold Sponsor package includes four dinner tickets, a framed and matted sponsor print, a $150 raffle package, and four tickets in a special sponsor drawing. The $600 Silver Sponsor package includes two dinner tickets, a framed and matted sponsor print, a $100 raffle package, and two tickets in the sponsor drawing. The $350 Bronze Sponsor package includes one dinner ticket, a framed and matted sponsor print, a $50 raffle pack­ age and one ticket in the spon­ sor drawing. All those who sponsor will be recognized in the program and that night Maple Valley Ducks Unlimited Sponsors also will receive the honor ofjudging the first annual Greenwing Art Contest during the banquet In the pre-event raffle, two Charles Daly semi-automatic shotguns will be given away to the first ticket drawn. Tickets can be purchased at the pre­ banquet price of three tickets for $25. The night of the ban­ quet, if any tickets remain, will be sold for $25 each. The win­ ning tickets will be drawn dur­ ing the dinner hour. The chap­ ter only has 300 tickets to sell. Additional pre-event prizes are as follows: The second tick­ et drawn wins a $100 raffle package, the third, fourth and fifth tickets drawn will win raf­ fle ticket packages for the evening. 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Delton also had Kadie Pewamo. improvement on the The Lions will be on the scoreboard between Pogue and Jordan Haines road twice again this games one and two of the finish with ten points. The Panthers jumped 2005 season for the inex­ perienced Maple Valley out to a 29-18 lead at the varsity girls’ basketball break. The loss came just one team, but the team fell to 0-2 with losses at day after the Maple Valley Pewamo-Westphalia and girls opened their season Delton Kellogg last week. by being thumped at Delton Kellogg used Pewamo-Westphalia 62­ full court pressure most of 16. The Lions had a tough the evening to force turnovers and start fast time controlling the bas­ breaks as the Panthers ketball against the Pirates, topped the Lions 61-41 on allowing 22 steals. Wednesday night. P.W. led 40-13 at half Senior center Alex time, then allowed Maple Culbert had a monster Valley just two points in night for Delton with 17 the third quarter and one points and 13 rebounds. in the fourth. Mindy Newton did her Lauren Pierce led the best to match Culbert Lion offense with five down low for the Lions points. Janay Miller and with 12 points. Ashley Gonser added seven for Brianne Hengesbach each week. They visit Springport on Tuesday and Portland Saint Patrick on Thursday. The Lions’ Kristen VanZandt fights to keep up with Delton Kellogg guard Kacie Woznicki during Wednesday night’s action. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley’s Mindy Newton fires up a shot in the lane between a pair of Delton Kellogg defenders during Wednesday night’s non-conference loss on the road. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Lion boys’ cross country team now has nine to run The Maple Valley var­ sity boys’ cross country team was a team for the 06615046 We've missed you so far... but you don't have to miss out! Fehsenfeld Center 2950 W.M-179 Hwy. 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The Lions finished seventh out often teams, with Mike Hall earning a medal to lead the way individual­ lyThe Lions and head coach Robb Rosin were waiting on a few runners to receive physicals, and had their ranks bolstered Tobias finished 33rd over­ all. Maple Valley will head to Marshall for a Quad meet this Thursday, then take part in Saturday’s Bath Invitational. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Rk Strength you con rol EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential * Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... ■ Pumps * Tanks •• Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 KELLOGG COMMUNITY COLLEGE when three athletes who were waiting to see if a varsity boys’ soccer team would form signed on. The roster is up to nine now, said Rosin. In the girls’ race at Corunna, Dhanielle 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE 3sg Now accepting MasterCard & Visa on Free Estimates 06605624 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-09-13.pdf bbd244ef54b56c60f8469e26d2b3f584 PDF Text Text MAPLE/ALLEY HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY / 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49Q58-18S3 Maj V P)i Hdc,,n!?s Ml ,10C/; Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 37, September 13, 2005 A local paper oftoday! Harvest Festival slated for Friday and Saturday Artists are putting the fin­ ishing touches on their work, bakers are preparing their favorite recipes and the air is beginning to fill with the aroma of simmering pots of chili as the village of Nashville prepares for the 2005 Harvest Festival this Friday and Saturday. The Nashville Community Development Committee of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce is busy putting the finishing touches on this year’s festival. The 2005 edi­ tion will include more events and carnival rides. People are encouraged to purchase advanced tickets for the rides at a savings of 50 percent or more before Friday, Sept. 16. The strip of tickets is good for 10 rides and cost $10, or $1 per ride. Advanced tickets are avail­ able at Clay’s Dinner Bell, Eaton Federal Savings Bank, Hamilton Black Dirt Plus, Marathon C-Store and MOO-ville in Nashville. The rides will be operating at Riverside Park Friday from 4 to 10 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.. Voting canisters for Harvest Festival King, This float, from Justin Carriage Works was one of many commercial floats in last Queen, Prince and Princes year’s parade. will be in area businesses until noon Thursday, Sept. There will be two other be $5. The Nashville VFW the day on Saturday. 15. The festival royalty will MOO-ville will have be determined by monetary choices for dinner. The will be holding an all-youannual "Pig Out" pig roast to can-eat taco dinner at the activities for the family at its votes placed in the canisters. The winners will be crowned benefit the Maple Valley post from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The site south of town on M-66 Scholarship cost will be $6 for adults and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. MOOat 6:40 p.m. on the track Memorial Foundation will be at Maple $3 for kids under 12. ville will also be open for before the Maple ValleyValley High School from Everyone is invited to Hillsdale football game. See HARVEST, page 10 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meals will bring a lawn chair and spend Nashville’s hometown diners will be ready with food. They include Clay’s Dinner Bell, Good Time Pizza, Mulberry Gardens Restaurant, Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe and Shirley’s Chuckwagon gon Cafe. Cae. Center of Hope helps The King and Queen of the 2004 Nashville Harvest Festival were Lucas Forquer and Becky Holland, who will be on hand to crown this year’s king and queen. hurricane relief efforts by Sandra Ponsetto ’05 Homecoming court candidates announced Maple Valley High School has announced its candidates for Homecoming King and Queen and members of the court. They are (front row, from left) sophomore Sarah Ellison, freshman Stephanie Sparks, junior Chelsea Shoemaker, seniors Dhanielle Tobias, Jenny Ellison and Sara Pash; (second row, from left) sophomore Dustin Olmstead, freshman Jeff Burd, junior TJ Bentley, seniors Keith Lackscheide, Garrett VanEngen, and David Benedict. (Photo by David Hough) Staff Writer Truckloads of donations have been leaving Nashville bound for Louisiana as the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) extends its outreach by serv­ ing as a clearing center for donations for the rescue and recovery efforts in Louisiana and evacuees who have taken shelter around the country after they were left homeless and jobless in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. “We’ve already had truck­ loads leave with cots and beds for evacuees that are in the shelter in Battle Creek and we’ve had requests for clothes for larger women that we have boxed up and sent to a specific location,” said Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and executive direc­ tor ofthe MVCCOH. “We’re getting more and more dona­ tions all the time and we have volunteers down here sorting clothes according to sex and sizes and they will be sent where ever they are needed along with other sup­ plies.” Bowden said that right now the biggest need is for health kits and flood buckets. “People can donate the necessary items or they can donate money and let us pur­ chase them. We can buy them in bulk and there are no taxes, because we are a char­ itable organization, and our volunteers can put the kits together and send them out wherever they are needed.” The cost of a flood bucket is approximately $50; the cost of a health kit is approx­ imately $15 for those who prefer to donate funds. “Even if a person can only donate $2 we can put that money with other donations and come up with enough for another kit,” said Bowden. A work day, to assemble the health kits and flood buckets, has been scheduled for Fri. Sept. 16. Volunteers will meet at the MVCCOH from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to assemble the kits and buck­ ets before they are forwarded to the First United Methodist Church in Hastings, which is serving as the regional clear­ ing house for those items. (See side bar accompanying this article for a list of items needed for health kits and flood buckets). “Everything donated at the community center that is not used for the hurricane vic­ tims will be sent to International Aid or used here in our own community,” said Bowden. “If someone is adamant that they want their See HURRICANE, page 5 In This Issue • Chamber, Development Committee win 11th-hour Harvest Festival OK • Local teenager may face charge of assault try • Homecoming Week activites sched uled • Lions football rebound with big win • Lady eagers open SMAA season �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday September 13,2005 — Page 2 Chamber, Development Committee win 1 Ith-hour Harvest Festival OK If knownst to' me’ he had not ble for bringing back the been,” said DeBoer. “I will “Birthday Calendar,” which take the. blame of dropping lists the names and birthday the ball on the parade permit of village residents and busi­ and also coming to the coun­ ness people. “Again, they are doing cil... can’t blame anybody something to promote com­ but me.” DeBoer also explained munity,” she said. After issuing her apology, how the Harvest Festival Committee, which was DeBoer went on to voice a formed two years ago and complaint against the vil­ staged the successful return lage’s events committee, of the Harvest Festival last which was approved by the year, in time for its 100th council Aug. 25. The com­ anniversary, had blossomed mittee was formed to pro­ into the Nashville moted and function as a sort Community Development of clearing house for events in the village. Committee. “I have to say that my “Because this group had enough energy and they did­ committee was very sur­ n’t want to stop with this one prised and dismayed when, event or one issue relating to two weeks before this, we town,” DeBoer said, “so, I get hauled on the carpet by think you should be very another committee. That’s thankful and happy that this how we felt, that we were group has stepped up to the hauled on the carpet,” said DeBoer. “Our group is con­ plate.” DeBoer mentioned that cerned that there is another the committee was responsi- layer of bureaucracy here by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Representatives from the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Community Development Committee received 11th hour approval from the Nashville Village Council Thursday night for the Harvest Festival Sept. 16 -17. Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Julie DeBoer took responsibility for the group’s tardiness in requesting official council approval for both the festival and parade. “This committee was doing so well without me, I wasn’t here several months. J was under the mistaken impression that Frank (Dunham, village president) had been attending the meet­ ings. The first year, Frank was there all the time, unbe- Save money with our multi-policy discount! hen you insure your car and home or mobile home with us> through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, we'll save you money with their multi-policy discount! Mature policyholders can earn even greater savings. Contact our agency today! -Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 74. M fin/A.* TRUMBLE AGENCY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 and that government and received a copy... but that is community should be work­ what was presented to you; ing together instead of work­ that is not how we would have presented it, but you ing separately.” DeBoer said she would have it. I think we have all like to sit down and meet our ducks in a row. I think with the council, but not in a we have everything covpublic forum, “to talk about ered.” Trustee Kimberly Knoll where we are heading.” “I think.you’ve got a lot of said that the events commit­ momentum and enthusiasm tee, of which she is a mem­ of people who want to make ber, had never met before things good around here in Wednesday of the previous the business community and week, “The views expressed I think to stifle it now would by committee members do be a mistake,” she contin­ not reflect...” “On the committee,” ued. “Your businesses alone, 20 businesses in your com­ interrupted DeBoer. One of the members of munity, have donated $2,600 to this festival. I DeBoer’s committee spoke think we have the buy-in of up to say, “I’m going to keep the business community and my mouth shut because I I think that’s bigger than last was strong-armed and I did­ year and a testament to what n’t appreciate it,” he said. “Not by me, or anybody they saw last year and the efforts of this group. I don’t else on that committee,” want to minimize at that all. countered Knoll “When that person “We went through some questioning of our decisions jumped in and starts kicking in our group... I will tell you our stuff to pieces, that that this is not the first event we’ve been working on for I have ever planned. I have months... I’m upset,” said worked on much bigger the man. “I understand that,” said events and I personally, as well as many of my commit­ Knoll. “”We did not discuss tee members, took offense to this...” your committee member “That person represented calling our amusement per­ herself as the head of the son and getting a copy ofthe new committee...” liability insurance when we “I am telling you, on had done that months before. behalf of the other commit­ “There’s a little bit of tee members, that that was what we are unhappy about, not a committee thing,” said but I want to talk about pos­ Knoll. “I’m in a quandary,” said itive things,” said DeBoer, who went on to list what the Trustee Ron Bracy. “The Nashville Community events .committee, as I Development Committee understand it, is not to take had accomplished, which over the Harvest Festival. includes having everything The Harvest Festival is only scheduled for the festival, one event in this town and money in the bank, a. we were thinking about parade... “You have an out­ other events. We have noth­ line that Melissa (Strotheide, ing to do with the Harvest a member of the village’s Festival except to say, ‘It’s new events committee) drew going to go on’... as far as up. It’s not exactly how I the council is concerned that would have done it... but I was how it was presented to got a call at my house on us...” Saturday night saying she “Okay, that is not how it was writing it and I would was presented to our com­ get it on Monday... I never mittee members...” “One person, one particu­ lar event out of a number of events that the events com­ mittee wants to schedule... now, if you want to go on and schedule a whole bunch of other events, that’s one thing, but don’t come down on the events committee because you’ve only got one event...” said Bracy. “We were told we were not a recognized commit­ tee,” said the committee member. “And we had no business doing what we were doing...” said DeBoer. “There’s a lot behind it, Ron. I am not criticizing your events committee, but I also believe you have a core group of people who are already in place, who want to do more for the communi­ ty and it was a real negative to them, from one person I am told,” said DeBoer. “What do you need from the council... what can we do?” asked Dunham, to get the meeting back on track. “I apologize for...” “And I apologize for some maybe rude things we said in return,” interrupted DeBoer. “I don’t know...” “Time out... time out” said Trustee Mike Kenyon. “What happened? May I ask what happened?” DeBoer and members of her committee started answering that question at once. 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Pastors David & Rose MacDonald. An oasis of God's love. "Where Everyone is Someone Special.” For information call 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School................... 9:45 a.m. 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 ot M-66 on Baseline) Church Service......................... 9 am. Sunday School............... 1030 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... P.M. Worship............. 11 a.m. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ...................................... 7 p.m. REV. 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Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 tatatj Movtr, Utt#!] ^ii �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 13, 2005 — Page 3 COUNCIL, continued from previous page hM “Two weeks ago I made a phone call...” “I made a phone call and then...” “We got a phone call...” “I made a phone call and invited the person to come to our meeting to see what we were doing and I was flatly told that we were not a rec­ ognized committee, and she wouldn’t attend” said a man in the audience. “She had to work... that’s how it was put,” interjected a woman from the committee. “Since then she has made contacts to other businesses in town and strong-armed them, and she’s called our...” continued the man. “...Called Dawn (Mead, the co-hair of the Harvest Festival committee) at quar­ ter to ten one night and said, ‘If you can’t... after your meeting is done you can’t do any of this stuff...” interject­ ed DeBoer. “She could have waited, she didn’t need to call at that time of night. What could I do at that time of night? She could have waited until the next morning...” said Mead. “I didn’t want to get into all this,” said DeBoer inter­ rupting again. “I’d rather...” “I’m kind of glad we did because I am going, ‘What in the heck is going on here?”’ said Kenyon. “It’s been a rough two weeks,” said DeBoer. “The stuff that was dis­ cussed at that meeting was not stuff that was discussed as a committee,” said Knoll. “I just want to let you know that we have worked well with the council in the past and unless 1 am told otherwise by the council, the chamber would like to con­ tinue to keep the Nashville Community Development Committee going and con­ tinue to do thjngs that will better Nashville,” said DeBoer. “And you can, said Dunham. “The council is not saying you can’t...” “We have never asked for money...” interrupted DeBoer, “No...” replied Dunham. “Maybe some input and some time...” continued DeBoer. Dunham noted that events committee is not meant to take over any committee. “The car show committee has been doing a bang up job and they do it on their own. They pull it off. They just let us know how we can help,” he said. “Basically, this committee was supposed to field this information and relay it to the council... You’ve got your committee going... it’s working...” “OK, what I would ask then, now that we’ve got all the issues out... if somebody wants to have private discus­ sions with me about it I’d be happy to fill you in about it more... I don’t want to beat up on one person, even that seems to be the issue here... that’s not my job to be nega­ tive; my job is to be posi­ tive,” said DeBoer before she finally stated her request for the council’s approval of the Harvest Festival plans and parade. “I have said this all along, and I think my committee will agree with me on this... if not they will stand up and tell me I am wrong... they’ve done that more than once, but... Nashville has got a lot of potential. It is a wonderful community. It needs help in getting to where it should be; that’s all the chamber is try­ ing to do here. We’re not try­ ing to run Nashville. We are not trying to take over. We don’t want all the responsi­ bility. That’s why I have co­ chairs on the committee...” When DeBoer presented the committee’s request, the council unanimously approved the plans for the festival and parade. While she had the floor DeBoer also took the oppor­ tunity to promote the Chamber’s Legislative Coffees , which are held each month at various loca­ tions in the county. “At these meetings either Patty Birkholz, our state sen­ ator, and Gary Newell, Congressman... just a minute...” said DeBoer “Vem Ehlers,” offered a woman in the audience. “Thank you. I could see him with the head...” said DeBoer, making a swirling motion over her head, refer­ ring to Ehlers’ baldness. “They tell us what is going on in Lansing and what is happening in Washington and that’s the place to air some of your interests, prob­ lems or concerns.” Later in the meeting, a man in the audience stood up to say that he was disap­ pointed in what he had wit­ nessed at the council meet­ ing, especially when there were young people in atten­ dance, “This is starting to look like the British Parliament. There are too many personal attacks, too much finger pointing. It is very disappointing.” During the council’s roundtable discussion at the end of the meeting Knoll, Bracy and Kenyon and other members of the council also expressed concern over the bumpy start that the events committee had with the Harvest Festival committee, but also confidence that the issues could and would be worked out. In other business Thursday night, the Village Council: • Approved a permit for the annual Maple Valley High School Homecoming Parade, which is slated to begin at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, at Fuller Street Elementary School then pro­ ceed down Main Street. • Held a public hearing on the Barry County Mitigation Plan resolution. Dunham read pertinent portions ofthe proposed resolution. There were no questions or com­ ments from either members of the audience or the coun­ cil and the hearing was closed. Later during the reg­ ular meeting the council unanimously approved the resolution, which would allow the village to partici­ pate in disaster prevention and mitigation programs. • Approved the accept­ ance of a bid for $9,800 from Rose Construction of Nashville for reproofing Putnam District Library. Last month members of the library board presented the council with four bids from local roofing compa­ nies. However, the matter was tabled so the library board could look into the possibility of obtaining bids for installing a metal roof on the building. However, Librarian Brenda Shoop reported that she had talked with Robert McKay from the Michigan State Historical Preservation office in Lansing, who told her that the library could not install a metal roof, unless it had documented evidence that the building had a metal roof in the past. • Set 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, as the date for a public hearing on a rezoning request for property located at 1008 Reed St. • Heard from Steve Toman, who said he would be interested in being con­ sidered for a seat on the Nashville Village Planning and Zoning Commission. Dunham said Toman’s bid for a seat would be on the agenda of the next regular meeting of the council. • Heard a report from Department of Public Works Director Darrell Clements Jr., who reported that he had put the caution tape up around the pavilion in Putnam Park again because it hasn’t been repaired since it was damaged during a storm last month and kids have been getting inside. .• Heard a complaint from owners of a rental property who had received a water bill indicating that their house had used 220,000 gal­ lons of water in one month, which amounts to 5.75 gal­ lons of water per minute. Village Clerk Cathy Lentz assured the couple that the water would not be turned off while the DPW investi­ gated the cause of the prob­ lem. METHAMPHETAMINE Awareness Seminar Tuesday, September 20, 2005 7:00 p.m. Mulberry Fore Golf Course Mulberry Gardens Banquet Hall Sponsored by the Nashville Neighborhood Watch Program Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers * Lakewood News * Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Reminder * Weekender • Hastings Banner Over 64j000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351 N. M-43 Highway P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945-9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 Nashville Harvest Festival Nashville, Michigan SEPTEMBER 16 <& 17,2005 SCHEDULE।OF EVENTS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17,2005 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16,2005 4 pm to 10 pm CARNIVAL RIDES by Family Fun Tyme Amusements - Riverside Park 4:30 to 6:30 pm PIG OUT - Pig roast at Maple Valley H.S. - MV Memorial After Parade - 4 pm PETTING ZOO by Maple Valley Lightning Bolts 4-H in Riverside Park Scholarship foundation $5 per meal. After Parade- 4pm B-B GUN SHOOT by Maple Valley Lightning Botls 4-H in Riverside Park - $1/5 shots, supplies furnished, prizes, adults & 5:30 to 7:00 pm VFW TACO DINNER - All you can eat - $6 /adult $3/kids under 12 6:40 pm CROWING of Harvest Festival King, Queen, Prince & Princess - kids Noon to 4 pm MUSIC - In the Mace Pharmacy parking lot - Music by The Maple Valley Community Band", “The Mud Creek Boys", and on the track before the game “Ecstatic" FOOTBALL GAME - MAPLE VALLEY Lions vs. HILLSDALE Hornets 7 pm Noon to 4 pm 9 am to 3 pm ACTIVITIES OF MOOville (butter making, tours, games, and hay rides) 9 am to 4 pm CRAFT SHOW - Across from Good Time Pizza 10 am to 10 pm CARNIVAL RIDES by Family Fun Tyme Amusements - Riverside Park 10 am to 10 pm MOOville OPEN 10 am to noon BAKE OFF and CHIU COOK OFF - Items to be judged must be dropped off at Stylesz “R” us Salon for judging. Entry fee $1 on each item. Entry forms available at the library or the salon. COMPUMENTARY 5 MINUTE CHAIR MASSAGES - by Purple Rose Massage Therapy at Central Park SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17,2005 Noon to 6 pm BARRY COUNTY TROLLEY - Running continuously with stops in downtown Nashville and MOOville Quality Creamery compli­ ments of Steve Joppie Builders & Barry County Transit. The Trolley will make stops at Central Park, across the street from Good Time Pizza,, and at MOOville. 1 to 5 pm CRUISE-IN by Nashville Car Club - dash Plaques - Maple Street 2 to 4 pm FREE WAGON RIDES - by Doug “Pork” Hale - pick up/drop off point is Riverside Park 3 pm HORSE PULLS - In Riverside Park behind Musser's Service and Hughes Hide & Fur Company 10 am to 3 pm ANNUAL FINE ART SHOW - Putnam District Library for entrance form and/or more information call the library at 517­ 852-9723 or stop by the library. 11 am PARADE - From the VFW north on Main St. to Philadelphia St 5:30 to 7:30 pm 9 pm SWISS STEAK DINNER - at the VFW - $6 per person DANCE - At the VFW - Music by “Stone County" $2 per person Grand Marshals - Dave & Kathy Mace. To register for the 101<lf ’V,, , 9t^ dd' ^Diana’s ‘-Place The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday t i S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 06605466 1-517-852-9481 parade call the Barry County Chamber at 269-945-2454 (Une up begins at 10 am) GET YOUR ADVANCED TICKETS FOR THE RIDES AT CLAY’S DINNER BELL; HAMILTON BLACK DIRT PLUS; MOO-VILLE; EATON FEDERAI GET 10 RIDES FOR $10 - SAVE 50% IF YOU BUY EARLY We would like to thank our sponsors who made this event possible! Please tell them ‘Thank You' by supporting their businesses. GOLD SPONSORS - Barry County Chamber of Commerce; Clay’s Dinner Bell; Eaton Federal Savings Bank; Hometown Lumber; J-Ad Graphics; Steve Joppie Buildilngs SILVER SPONSORS - Hastings City Bank - Nashville Office; Hamiton Black Dirt Plus; Kent Oil & Propane, Inc.; Mace Pharmacy; Maple Valley Implement, Inc.; Musser’s Service; Nashville Chiropractic; Shirley’s Chuck Wagon Cafe BRONZE SPONSORS - JAC; Maple Valley Real Estate; Morgan’s Sales; Putnam District Library; Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe; Something Special by Kathy, Inc. j �Just Say “As Advertised tn the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, September 13,2005 — Page 4 Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Sept 14 Janet Kay Morgan HASTINGS - Janet Kay Morgan, age 63, ofHastings, died Saturday, September 10, 2005 at her residence. She was bom February 10, 1942 in Hastings the daugh­ ter of Orville and Madeline (Allen) Everett. She attended Maple Valley Schools. Her marriage to Phillip Wright ended in divorce. Janet enjoyed crocheting, reading, watching old movies and spending time with her children and grand­ children. She was a former member of the Nashville Baptist Church and was currently involved with the Joyce Meyers Ministries. Janet was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Jean Roscoe. Surviving are four chil­ dren, Debra Erway of Hastings,- Dawn (Mikel) Staffon of Nashville, David (Amy) Wright of Hastings, Daniel (Lorena) Wright of Hastings; special niece, Teresa Davis of Hastings; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; two sis­ ters, Joyce (Ray) Aspinal and Joan (Larry) Elliston, both of Nashville; several nieces and nephews. Beef stew, broccoli, bis­ Memorials can be made to cuit, fruit compete. Barry Community Hospice. Thursday, Sept 15 Visitation will be held .Breakfast burrito, country Thursday from* noon until 2 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral potatoes, apricots, apple juice. Home in Hastings. Funeral services will be Friday, Sept 16 held Thursday, September Cheese lasagna, corn, 15, 2005 at 2 p.m. at the Italian blend, pudding. Girr-bach Funeral Home in Monday, Sept. 19 Hastings. Rev. Kenneth R. Chicken fricassee, parsley Vaught officiating. Burial noodles, Brussels sprouts, will be at Lakeview waxed beans, cookie. Cemetery in Nashville. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Arrangements are by the Spaghetti w/sauce, meat­ Girrbach Funeral Home in balls, asparagus, carrots, Hastings. fresh orange. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Sept 14 Richard D. Sweet VERMONTVILLE Richard D. Sweet, 54, of Vermontville, died September 3 , 2005. Mr. Sweet was born February 3, 1951, in Lansing, the son of Joyce and Carl Sweet. He is survived by his wife, Joyce (Gleason), his daugh­ ter, Regina (Jr.) Visgar of CicifiuCoynlu Nashville; his sons, Richard held on September 24, 2005 Tuna salad, pea and Sweet of Freeport, Harley from 1 to 5 p.m. at 2732 N. cheese salad, plums, pita (Erin) Sweet of Nashville, Ionia Rd., Vermontville. bread. Arrangements by Pray Albert (Amy) Sweet of Thursday, Sept 15 Olivet, Dan (Melissa) Funeral Home, Charlotte. Turkey s/Swiss, marinated Hammond of Nashville; sis­ Further information avail­ at vegetables, pears’, whole ters, Katy (Don) Dulyea of able wheat bread. White Cloud, and Sherry www.prayfuneral.com Friday, Sept 16 (Dick) Shaneck of Hastings. A memorial service will be Egg salad, three bean salad, mixed fruit whole wheat crackers. For Monday, Sept 19 everything Meatloaf sandwich, baked beans, apricots, white bread. from Wing dings, coleslaw, pineapple, dinner roll. Tuesday, Sept 20 business cards and brochures September 16 Serving 4:30-7 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School Football Field call J-Ad Pig Roast $5.00 Donations always gratefully accepted. Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation per meal P.O. Box 715, Nashville, Ml 49073 extra sandwich Call ahead for your take-out orders $3,00 517-852-1859—Advance orders taken thru Thurs., Sept. 15th 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 B (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 08605508 ________ & Faroil? Graphics (269) 945-9554 Events Wednesday, Sept. 14 Hastings Music with g Charlie, Low Vision Support I: 30 p.m., Nails, Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton Reminiscence. Nashville Social Security talking about extra help paying for pre­ scriptions. Thursday, Sept. 15 Hastings - Morehouse Kids, Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.I1: 30 a.m., Cancer Support 7 p.m.; BP & Foot Clinic; Caregiver’s Support 1 p.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, Sept. 16 Hastings - Bingo, Oil Painting. Woodland Visiting. Nashville Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Woodland - Visiting. g. Monday, Sept. 19 Hastings - Music with .Sam, Card Making 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Nashville 5, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Beginning Line Dancing; Red Hat­ Herb Farm; Haircuts, 10:20 a.m.-2 p.m. Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Moores to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Keith and Martha Moore of Vermontville will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary October 1, 2005. Their children, Brenda, Brian and Brent and their fam­ ilies will host the event October 1, 2005 at Chester Gospel Church from 1 to 4 p.m. Friends and family are invited to attend this celebration. Your presence is the only gift desired. Local teenager may face charge of assault try A 16-year-old Nashville girl may face charges of felonious assault after reports were made last Thursday night to local police that she chased a 16year-old boy with a pipe. Nashville Police Sgt. Jeff Miller and Barry County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Jeremiah Kimble were called when a resident reported an alleged attempted felonious assault around 8 p.m. Thursday near the comer of Washington and Middle streets. The resident reported witnessing a young female chasing a young male with a large pipe. Miller said he and Deputy Kimble talked to the alleged victim, who said the 16-year old female was chasing him with a pipe. She was located and detained during the investi­ gation. Miller stated that he and Kimble determined that the confrontation between the two teens was the result of the male’s alleged behav­ ior with the female’s sister. “She said she was just trying to scare him, but the young and other witnesses said they believed she was trying to assault him,” said Miller. The girl was turned over to her mother and the police report was forward­ ed to the Barry County Prosecutor for review. Something to Think About DAVID D. ROSIER ------------- DIRECTOR PUT IT INWRITING Many of us feel uneasy around someone who is grieving and find it difficult to say the right words. Well, there really are no one set of right words, no magical combination of nouns and verbs that could express all feelings and banish all discomdiscom­ fort. All you can do is express your sympathy .simply and sincerely. You aren’t expected to come up with clever or polished rhetoric, A few words at die funeral should be enough. If you have more to say - and have difficulty express­ ing your feelings aloud, write them in a letter, even for a friend who lives just across the street, it may make it easier for you to say what you really want to say, and the gesture will be treasured by your friend for a long time. In fact, whether or not you can attend the visitation and funeral, it is a nice gesture to send a sympathy card. It is a clear, material reminder of all the peo­ ple who care. * * * ♦ ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackson St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to those we serve. 06615314 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 13,2005 — Page 5 Homecoming Week SCHOOLI activities scheduled MENUS The theme for this year’s Homecoming Week activities at Maple Valley High School is “Game Shows” and the students in the leadership classes have established a number of activities to be conducted during the week of Sept. 19-24. Students can earn points for their class by partici­ pating in a variety activi­ ties throughout the week. Noon hour activities dur­ ing the two high school lunch hours will be held Monday through Friday when assembly is held outside, Monday through Thursday if the assembly is held inside. The activities are Monday, Field Goal Kick; Tuesday, Target Punt; Wednesday, Moving Thursday, Target; Obstacle Course; Rainy Day, Lighting. Dress Up Days are Monday: Superhero Day; Tuesday: Backwards Day; Wednesday: University Day; Thursday: Theme Day (Your Game Show) Friday: Class Color Day. Game Shows Seniors: The Price Is Right; Juniors: Wheel of Fortune; Sophomores: Jeopardy; Freshman: Hollywood Squares. Class Colors Seniors: Black; Juniors: Orange; Sophomores: Pink; Freshman: Purple. Outside of school each class will prepare a float for the Homecoming Parade, which will line up at Maplewood Elementary School, starting at 5 p.m. Friday. Truck floats must arrive by 4:45 pm. The parade starts at 5:30. All float/truck decorating must take place the week of homecoming Sept. 19-23. When at the float site, students must be working, “not horsing around.” There needs to be a responsible, licensed driver for the parade. Students need to be avail­ able to clean up the truck as agreed upon with owner. Float supplies should only be purchased by or with permission from class advisor. There will also be a powder-puff football game, the traditional com­ petition between junior and senior girls at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, at the Maple Valley football field. Admission is $4. Tshirts must be paid for when ordered and are the responsibility of the class officers and advisors, not the leadership class. On Friday, the in-school activities will be wrapped up and the winning class announced during the pep assembly, which will fea. ture a variety of activities including: The singing of the fight song, Homecoming Court introduction, Fear Factor, hula hoop relay, freshmen skit, JV/varsity cheerleading Introduction and cheer and more. At the Homecoming game Friday night, when the Lions take on the Stockbridge Panthers, the half-time ceremonies will be as they have in the past, including the parade, the crowing of the Homecoming King and Queen and introduction of the court. A dance, sponsored by the leadership class, is slated for 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24. Admission is $4 and punch and light refreshments will be served. Pictures will be available 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Prices are posted around the school. Nashville VFW 8260 ■ TACO aLL-VOV-CAN-MT ~ Includes Coffee & Punch ~ FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2005 _________5:30-7:00PM________ Adults ~ *6.00 • Children under 12 ~ *3.00 Air Conditioned o Piano Lessons by Kristen Vanderhoef -FOR ALL AGES- 517-507-7662 06614893 Day of Caring ‘Extreme Makeover’ slated for Putnam Park Thursday Maple Valley Elementary Menu Nashville is one of seven tions will do repair and day when businesses and communities to receive maintenance work at Putnam employers are asked to allow money from the Barry Park, including installing a a portion of their work force Wednesday, Sept 14 County United Way’s new $1,500 slide purchased to serve and work on a Sack Lunch Day. Hot “Extreme Community with grant money. planned project within their pocket, push-up, apple slices, Makeover” grant dispersed Volunteers will be at the community for half a day. cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. to country governmental park working from 9:30 a.m. This year’s “Day of Thursday, Sept 15 units to fund projects in cele- to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to Caring” activities will begin M.W. Hungry Howies. bration of Barry County 4:30 p.m. Lunch for the vol­ immediately after the United Cheese French bread pizza, United Way’s 70th and the unteers at the Castleton Way campaign kickoff this tossed salad, pineapple tid- Barry Community Township Hall, provided by Thursday morning (Sept. 15) bits, coffee cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Foundation’s 10th anniver­ the United Way, will feature at the Barry County Expo Friday, Sept 16 saries. a party tray from the Subway Center. Soft taco, whole kernel Thursday, Sept. 15, the in Nashville and pizza from In addition to the seven com, fresh fruit, churro, 1/2 United Way’s “Day of Good Times. “Extreme Community pt. milk. Caring” volunteers from the The United Way’s Day of Makeover” projects, 13 Monday, Sept 19 United Way and other local Caring is dedicated to serv­ agencies have planned “Day Hot dog, baked beans, service groups and organiza- ice within a community; a of Caring” projects, which peaches, fortune cookie, 1/2 will make up 32 project seg­ pt. milk. ments that will be filled with Tuesday, Sept 20 volunteers from area busi­ Nachos, carrot sticks, apple nesses and organizations. crisp, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. Thirty-one businesses in milk. Barry County have respond­ donation to go to hurricane wake of the hurricane. ed to the call for service and victims the only donations “Things are happening all have employees ready to vol­ Maple Valley Secondary we can guarantee will go across the nation people are unteer for a different line of Lunch there are the health kits and working together on a small­ work this Thursday. Wednesday, Sept 14 flood buckets.” er, local level, almost oneOther “Day of Caring” Choose One Chicken All donations will be on-one, making sure that the projects include building a nuggets, pizza, chicken sand­ shipped to the Central United things getting collected are playground in Freeport, wich, breakfast bar. Choose Methodist Church in Lansing being sent out to meet replacing the old wooden Two - garden salad, french where they will be sorted and requests for help as they boardwalk with resin boards fries, hot cinnamon apples, shipped to evacuees who are come in,” she said. and trimming the brush juice, milk. in shelters and temporary Bowden said that all the along the boardwalk in Thursday, Sept 15 housing around the country. churches in the area have Middleville, construction of Choose One - Lasagna, Many of the laid-off GM responded quickly to the call the first art promotional cheeseburger, pizza, taco bar. workers who have been help­ for aid. “Adopt a Frog” in Hastings; Choose Two - Garden salad, ing out in the community “The Baptist church here pruning shrubs and trees, broccoli and cheese, pineap- were working at St. in Nashville has been won­ installing signs and bird ple tidbits, juice, milk. Vincent’s in Lansing last derful,” she said. “Pastor houses and mowing the frails Friday, Sept 16 week, helping to sort, pack (Lester) DeGroot announced for the Ruffed Grouse Choose One - Hot pocket, and load donations. that donations were needed Society’s Gun Lake Tract pizza, chicken sandwich, “The Maple Valley on Sunday and on Tuesday project; landscape work salad bar. Choose Two - Community Center of Hope they were bringing things around the new welcome Garden salad, whole kernel and the United Methodist sign and the construction and into the center. com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Churches around the country “With our volunteers we painting of a mural in Delton Monday, Sept 19 are trying to do everything have been able to move and many other projects at a Choose One - Mini com they can to meet the emo­ donations out almost as fast variety of non-profit agen­ dogs, pizza, chicken sand- tional and spiritual needs, as as they come in,” said cies throughout Barry wich, salad bar. Choose Two well as the physical needs of Bowden. “Nashville is really County. - Garden salad, carrot sticks, the hurricane victims,” said at work trying to help as To volunteer or for more apple crisp, juice, milk. Bowden, who has also been many people as they can; it is information about the “Day Tuesday, Sept 20 framed by the United awesome to see. All the of Caring,” call the Barry United Way Choose One - Double dogs Methodist Church to serve as churches are coming together County w/coney sauce, cheeseburger, a counselor to children who and the Center of Hope is Volunteer Center (269) 945­ 2006. pizza, taco bar. Choose Two have survived disasters, “I there to help.” - Garden salad, whole kernel am on call and I will go com, peaches, juice, milk. wherever they need me.” Bowden said that while there have been many much publicized criticisms of the government’s response to the disaster, it is obvious that September 17th groups and organizations iplete Swiss Steak Dinner Numerous government from all across the United agencies have joined together States are rolling up their 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in an effort to help survivors sleeves and doing what needs ice 9 p.m., featuring “Stone County” of Hurricane Katrina, and to be done to help those left now supporters of Maple homeless and destitute in the $2 Admission Valley football can do their part, too. On Friday night, Sept. 16, Maple Valley will play at home against Hillsdale High School. Volunteers, includ­ ing members 'of Norma Jean Ackers’s leadership class, , (children ages 0-6) A will be present at theegame gamee collecting non -perishable food items, clothing items and cash donations. Collection points will be would like to invite you to our Fall Kick-Off open a half hour before kick­ Tuesday, Sept. 20, from 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. off until a half hour after kickoff to accept donations. at 250 N. Main, Vermontville As more families are relocat­ ed to Mid-Michigan, provid­ Refreshments, special speakers & fun craft ing winter clothes will become more important. ' all with childcare provided “Please come out and sup­ port Maple Valley football Suggested Donation: s5 and aid in this collection effort,” Acker said. Questions: Look for these collection points to continue at future pontstocontnueatuture 517-726-0647 sporting events both at Maple Valley and around the county- HURRICANE, continued from page 1 Aid to survivors of Katrina to be Harvest Dinner at football game 6 ATTENTION. afe ALL Mothers of Preschoolers M VPS, of Vermontville Bible Church L �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, September 13, 2005 — Page 6 Prism weight loss program starts at Kilpatrick Church A Prism weight loss pro­ gram will start at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, at the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church, Kilpatrick United Brethren Church, comer of East Barnum and M-66 in Woodland. The Prism program uses a natural whole grain food approach that is biblically based. All personal informa­ tion will remain confidential, and members will have the benefit of an accountability partner if they so choose. Food Journals will be reviewed by the Prism Leader as a means of encour­ agement and guidance. The Prism weight loss program was developed by Toni Vogt with the help of doctors, specialists and dieti­ cians. Vogt started dieting when she was in the seventh or eighth grade, not because she needed to, for she was not "fat," but rather she chose to start dieting as a social reaction to the fact that her peers were tall and thin IHllV/Ul If^AlbIP m | and she was not. After get­ ting married, however, she did manage to put on an extra 15 pounds by having a sedentary desk job, cooking "Suzy Homemaker" style for her husband, and using birth control pills. These lifestyle factors in turn triggered Vogt to again turn to “yo-yo” fad diets as a means of controlling her weight. Vogt found that as long as she was on her latest diet she would loose weight, but when she got bored with the program or reached her desired goal, the diet ended and the dreaded weight crept back on her, besides a few more added pounds. She humorously dubbed herself "The Queen of Yo," but secretly vowed to continue looking for the next program that would promise to make all of her fat disappear once and for all. As a result of mistreating her body by extreme dieting, she developed several seri- IIfffAl III IIAls1Ho "G %rYan/d R e a l EstateI ous health ailments. She then turned to several health pro­ fessionals who helped her attempt to recover from the damage these "fad" diets had done to her body, and to find a natural and healthy way to lose weight. She then gath­ ered up information and passed it on in the form of the Prism Weight Loss Program. Vogt claims that for those who have tried the Prism weight loss program, it can and does work. It is not "magic, and takes hard work and determination. The program each week will cover new materials that deal with various areas of poor eating habits and how those issues can be addressed, attacked and avoided in the future. Classroom members will interact with each other and their leader via an open forum. Members will be encouraged to discuss any questions or pitfalls that they may experience while on the Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; pids Multiple Listing Service I VI^ bI MLS,, 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, HjyjS’ Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR............................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor........................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 OPEN HOUSE Sunday, September 18th 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. 5040 Lacey Road South of Nashville on M-66 to Lacey Rd., then west 3 1/2 miles to property. Lookfor signs. Your host: Jerry Reese $94,00011 “Country living" - 4 bedroom, 2 story home, 1 st floor laundry, large mature yard, detached 2 car garage, kitchen ,. (CH-115) applia_n_c_e_s_.includ.ed. _Occu.pancy a.t c.lose. -Call Jerry,. program, in addition to offer­ ing encouragement and sug­ gestions to other members as to what has worked well for them in the previous weeks. The cost for Phase I (a sixweek commitment) is $50, which includes class materi­ als, shipping and handling. Other materials needed include cloth tape measure, food scale (for weighing and measuring food), measuring spoons (mostly teaspoon and tablespoon, Calorie Counting Book (like Allan Borunshek, "The Calorie King’s," The Doctor’s Pocket Calorie, Fat, & Carbohydrate Counter and multi-vitamins with B complex. For more information about the Prism weight loss program, call Laurie Ruhstorfer at (517) 726-1491 or send your e-mail ques­ tions or inquiries to ruhstorfer@mvc4u.com Items sought for hurricane relief efforts Area churches, in conjunc­ tion with the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope in Nashville, are assembling health kits and flood buckets, which will be sent to victims of Hurricane Katrina. The following items are needed and may be dropped off at the MVCCOH or the First United Methodist Church in Hastings, located at the cor­ ner of Green and Broadway: Health buckets: 1 hand towel 1 wash cloth 1 comb (large and sturdy, not pocket sized) 1 nail file or fingernail clippers (no emery boards or toenail clippers) 1 bath-sized bar of soap (3 oz. and up) 1 toothbrush (single brush only in original wrapper; no child-sized brushes) 1 large tube of toothpaste (4.5 oz or larger, expiration date must be 6 mo. In advance of shipment date) 6 adhesive plastic strip sterile bandages Flood buckets: rAFllLY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus "extra' lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (N-101) SINGLE FAMILY OR 2 UNIT "TURN OF THE CENTURY" BRICK HOME IN NASHVILLE Presently "set Up" as a 2 unit with separate meters, driveways, & entries, total of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, natural woodwork throughout. Two blocks to stores & M-66. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (N-l 11) This Is one that you must see to appreciate!!! ON 2.6 ACRES NEAR HASTINGS SOUTHWEST OF 37 & 43 JUNCTION (2+ MILES) - SHOWS LIKE NEW!! IF YOU ARE THINKING OF "BUILDING" CHECK THIS OUT!! HASTINGS - NEW LISTING!! ON SOUTH JEFFERSON 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on corner lot. Large yard, many new improvements!! Call Homer. (H-16) 2.2 som< Built in 2000, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, more bedrooms possible in basement (partitioned but not completely finished). Central air, first floor laundry, attached 2 car garage & cement drive. Call Rick or Homer for all the details. Must see to appreciate!! Home warranty and appliances included. (CH-113) VACANT PARCELS: on main road. Surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable, nat. gas available, rolling with (VL-114) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings. 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land aVallab,e(VL-98) 2.8 . ACRES: PRICE REDUCED!!Perked building site,,. surveyed. Hear HasUngs 'in the country*.. Great view, close to pub­ lic hunting fit fishing. Lots of birds fit wildlife. Some restrictions. Has drive way permit Call Rick.. (VL-99) BULDINQ LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Hear Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water fit sewer available. Call Homer. YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer forr more details. (VL-109 fit 110 U 5-gal. Bucket with re-sealable lid bleach (two 1 qt . or one 82 oz. bottle 5 scouring pads 7 sponges 1 scrub brush 18 cleaning towels (reusable wipes) liquid laundry detergent (two 25 oz. or one 50 oz. bot­ tle) 1 household cleaner, 12 -16 oz. bottle disinfectant dish soap, 16 -28 oz. bottle 50 clothes pins clothesline (two 50 ft. or one 100 ft.) 5 dust masks 2 pairs latex gloves 1 pair work gloves 24-bag roll of heavy-duty trash bags, 33-45 gal. 1 insect repellant spray, 16-14 oz. can 1 air freshener, 8 or 9 oz. can CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sept 14 Sept 14 Sept 15 Sept 16 Sept 20 Sept 21 Sept 21 Sept 22 Sept 22 Sept 26 Sept 28 Sept 28 Master Gardener class, 6-10, First United Methodist Church, Hastings. Dairy Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., Methodist Church, Hastings. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. Fall Conservation Tour. Poultry Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., MSU Extension Office. Master Gardener class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Shooting Sports Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Master Gardener Fall Workshop, 6:30-9 p.m., Extension Office. Rabbit Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m, First United Methodist Church. Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Master Gardener class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Events Committee plans Central Park jazz concert The Jazz Dogs will perform in Central Park in the heart of the village of Nashville Friday, Sept. 23, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. A five-piece ensemble from Lansing, the Jazz Dogs, will perform a variety of songs including standards, contem­ porary and original composi­ tions. This event is being planned and presented by the Village of Nashville Events Committee and is to mark the beginning ofmany community events being planned for later this year as well as into next year's spring and summer months. The newly formed events committee, coordinated by Melissa Strotheide, Dianne Bowden, Kathy Hansbarger, Jason Strotheide and Kimberly Knoll, has been assembled in an effort to bring about more community-based events in Nashville. The idea behind it is to be able to offer the residents ofthe Maple Valley area some options for family entertain­ ment that are close to home and relatively inexpensive, if not free. Future ideas include events such as a 4th of July Village Picnic, a chili cook-off, additional concerts in the park, outdoor movie nights and more. Grints, donations and spon­ sorships are being sought to help spur the growth of the committee and its abilities. Though the Events Committee is operated through the-Village of Nashville, no money from the village or the county will be requested to support these events. Instead, to make sure these offerings are successful, it is going to have to be up to the people who are interested in having, and attending these types of events to help support them by way of volunteering their services and through con­ tributions. Sponsorships that have come through thus far include Nashville Chirpractic and the local Shell gasoline station. The concert that is sched­ uled for Sept. 23 will be com­ pletely free to all. Everyone is encouraged to bring a a lawn chair or blanket and perhaps a picnic dinner or a to-go meal from a local eatery to enjoy while listening to the music. “Please come out and help us celebrate the return of autumn and be sure and bring an umbrella if the weather should look threatening,” a committee spokesperson said. For more information about this event, or to find but more about the Village of Nashville Events Committee, please call 517-852-1878 and ask for Melissa Strotheide. Anyone interested in pro­ viding sponsorships for any of the events should contact the Village Office by calling 517­ 852-9544 for an application. Please send donations to 203 N. Main, Nashville, MI 49073. Please mark your donation "Events Committee". The next meeting of the Events Committee, open to the public, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5, at the vil­ lage offices. Scott Stickles Backhoe Work s | o 517-736-4049 Free Estimates No job too small. Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent 210 S. State Street • Nashville (across from Hometown Lumber) We can take care of all your Commercial Vehicle Insurance needs Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail; retobias@sbcglobal.net ' O6615132 �_ The heMaple MapleValley ValleyNews, News, Nashville, Nashville,Tuesday, Tuesday,September September13,2005 13,2005——Page Page77 _ Vermontville UMC sends clothing to Katrina victims Two unknown volunteers who wandered in off the street to help (left) pose for a photo with Bob Brimmer, Kermit Ramey and Denny Smith, who drove the trucks filled with donated items to Lansing where they would then be shipped to distribution sites for victims of the recent hurricane. * D* tatdj^ EwGwbi Mm iii ■nli feibcti K*K .ilWrZlI 1 5® I tjgj jimjji; intis itnHxi Isa ftedfckt'' <not MSiee m? ItasaitaL riKK ,\. .ta^ita S8 Hti fts««■ TrttaE' Lm Iktoisii LVjg bat®*?11 IdctW^ KIR When Ann Dickinson from the Vermontville United Methodist Church heard that evacuees from New Orleans and Hurricane Katrina were coming to Denny and Pastor Kathy Smith unload boxes of donations which will be distributed Michigan with just the to victims of Hurricane Katrina. clothes on their backs, she said she felt she had to do something. Dickinson called the pub­ lished toll free help hotline and was told they needed clothing and if she would collect and sort and box up new and used items of cloth­ ing, they would send a truck for it on Wednesday, Sept. 7, the day of the expected arrival of the evacuees. Pastor Kathy Smith told the congregations at both the Gresham United Methodist and the Vermontville United Methodist churches about Dickinson’s offer to organize a clothing drive, and by Tuesday evening, the people of the churches and others in the community had respond­ ed in force. Dickinson, along with other church members, worked tirelessly for two days, sorting and boxing Mary Jo Brimmer helps John Perez load boxes filled with donations for victims of clothing and shoes according to size and gender. Hurricane Katrina onto a dolly at Vermontville United Methodist Church. When Dickinson called the hotline to tell them everything was packed up o and to ask when the truck a good beginning never ends ds x would be arriving so she could have the required help Teresa A. Pash • P.O. Box 495 • Nashville, MI 49073 • (517) 852-9159 Children deserve our Best, and Kindermusik® is the Best Choice foryour child. to load the truck, she was told that she must be mistak­ FALL SEMESTER SCHEDULE: Sept ep 22nd thru Jan. 19th (Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 24th • Christmas Br Break: Dec. 22nd — 29th) en, they didn't have trucks available. CLASS SCHEDULE: Thursdays Classes Start — Village (newborn to 1-1/2 yrs.) 10:00 a.m. September 22 nd !!! Discouraged, but undaunt­ 'Feathers'' & "Do-Si-Do" ed, Smith and Dickinson Our Time (1-1/2 to 3 yrs.) 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. "Wiggles & Giggles" prayed that God would inter- vene to get the clothes and toys and bedding to the prop­ er place, and just 15 minutes later, they were told that all clothing items could be taken to a location in Lansing. “God had answered our prayer,” Smith said. Three men from the Vermontville UMC loaded their pickup trucks and took the 140 boxes to Lansing last Wednesday. For H's Kindermusik* Round-up Time !!!! at (269) 367-4911 115 S. Main St., Woodland, Ml 48897 everything •* from Imagine That (4 to 5 yrs.) "See What I Saw" Classes are held at Grace Community Church in Nashville, MI (on M79). Class size is limited to 12 children. Each class is 45 minutes long. For "Village" and "Our Time" the parent attends the entire class. For "Imagine That" the parent attends the last 15 minutes of class. business _g> £ $100 deposit requiredfor registration. Paymentplans are available. cards and brochures call J-Ad Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 V ________ Member FDIC 06614622 2:00 p.m. CLASS PRICES: $125 for 16 classes + material fees (non-refundable) Materials: Village = $60 • Our Time = $50 • Imagine That = $60 Materials Include: CDs, Home Activity Book, Story Books, Instrument, etc. __ 06605333 ^^2 Dicksinson is no stranger to organizing this kind of outreach. In 1986, when Michigan trucked hay to the drought-stricken south, she single-handedly made phone calls to truckers and farmers and put together a convoy of semis loaded with hay from the Nashville area. "God's people are awe­ some," said Smith, "because we serve an awesome God." Graphics (269) 945-9554 Hometown Banking www.icnb.com �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, September 13,2005 — Page 8 Lions rebound with romp over Parma Western, 48-0 season 8-1 and once again eight yards to give the Lions make their annual appear­ a 27-0 half-time lead. Josh Bursley took the sec­ ance in the MHSAA ond half kickoff and ran it Playoffs. Maple Valley doesn’t try back to his own 23. On the first play from to get back on anybody. They don’t try to “get even.” scrimmage Matt Gam ran a They try to get better. And draw play up the middle, they do. They do it with hard found no hole, bounced off a work and dedication and a bevy ofbodies and looked up sense of tradition. If they to see an opening only slight­ come off the field after every ly smaller than the Grand team is still a few runners short of being able to record team scores at meets. (Photo But this was not a typical game tired, sweaty, dirty Canyon. He ran straight Maple Valley performance. (and sometimes bloody), ahead for 73 yards and Drew by Amy Jo Parish) In fact, for a time it looked knowing they played as hard Kersjes kicked the extra more like a Quentin as they possibly can, point for a 34-0 Lion lead. Mittelstaedt said later that Terrintino movie script than Mittelstaedt is a happy man, the three yards and a cloud of knowing each of his players he thought of going for two dust proto-typical Lion has shown the heart of a points on the conversion but game. Lion. He can’t, he won’t, ask did not want to force the MHSAA rule that turns on Consider, at the end of the for more. first quarter, Maple Valley After all, you can’t win the running clock so early in Marshall 34 to 45. Charlotte was third with just 18 points. The Red led 8-0 and had run only every game. Guess what, the game. At the seven offensive plays for a you’re not supposed to. “I’m one of those coaches Invitational last Wednesday with 63 points followed by Hawks Amanda Weaver was grand total of 13 yards. At It doesn’t work that way. who believes in playing four second in 20:44, followed in the Maple Valley boys’ cross the Lions 115. the half the Lions were up These are high school kids full quarters,” he said. What Mike Hall led Maple by Katie Murphy (20:46), 20-0 and still had not gotten whose lives are a combina­ he didn’t say was it also country team finished in fourth place, well behind Valley with his fifth place Lauren Kelley (21:25) and the offense into gear. How is tion of study, family and gives him more opportunity finish in 17:14. Cassandra Wissink (22:30). third place Charlotte. that possible, you ask? Two searching for that elusive to play more players. Zeke Wieland, who just Maple Valley did not regis-words, Adam Lamphere. Anytime the Lions can put relationship. together a team score is a vic-joined the team after finally ter a team score in the girls The 5’ 11", 155 pound sen­ It’s a complicated time for See FOOTBALL, next page tory though at this juncture of giving up hope of Maple event. ior was a one-man wrecking any young person and a con­ Valley filling the roster for a Lansing Eastern was sec-crew Friday. He put the stant juggling act-of emo­ the season. Marshall won both the varsity boys’ soccer team, ond with 54 points, Charlotte Lions on the board on the tions. It’s life. boys’ and girls’ events, with was the second Lion across third with 73, and Lansing fifth play of the game when he took a punt on his own 13And on this Friday Night, the Red Hawks Nick Dillman the finish line. He was 23rd Everett fourth with 102. Last week’s Maple Valley taking the boys’ individual overall in 20:13. Behind him Maple Valley will race yard-line and ran it back 83 life was good for the Maple varsity football story incor­ Valley Lions. title in 16:19 and Meagan for Maple Valley came Kaleb again this week when the yards for a touchdown. In the second quarter, with Up 20-0 with over five rectly reported that the Lions Hendershot the girls’ in Root (26th in 20:21), Daniel Southern Michigan Activities his team facing a second minutes left in the second had lost their last five foot­ 20:27. Benedict (30th in 21:06) and Association gets together for down and six from their own quarter, Maple Valley forced ball games against the Olivet Led by Dillman, the Adam Cook (31st in 21:51). the first time at Mullenhurst five-yard-line, Lamphere a fumble on the kickoff to Marshall boys edged out Marshall’s girls’ were per-Golf Course a week from took a •handoff from quarter­ Western and Micah Coplin Eagles. The Eagles haven’t been nearly that dominant Lansing Eastern for the titlefect in their race, finishingWednesday. back Matt Gordeneer, broke recovered it on the Panther lately. left, found the sideline and 23. Four plays later Maple Olivet has won three in a raced 95 yards for another Valley picked up its first first touchdown. The run was down of the game on a four row against the Lions, but only three yards short of the yard run by Tim Wood and Maple Valley dominated the school record set by former two plays later Gordeneer Eagles for a 20-0 victory at Lion running back Michael bootlegged the ball the final Olivet in 2002. Hamilton. On the third play of the ensuing Panther drive he Maple Valley Community Center ofHope intercepted a pass and 233 N. Main Street • Nashville returned it 40 yards to make the score Adam Lamphere ~ Upcoming Events ~ 20, Western 0. Thur., Sept. 15th~ United Way’s Barry Community The Lions had yet to make Extreme Makeover - Putnam Park a first down and the game Sat., Sept. 17th ~ Nashville Neighborhood Watch was virtually out of reach for Bake Sale the winless Panthers. ~ Trash & Treasure Sale • OK, this wasn’t Olivet. 9AM to 5PM But it wasn’t the Little (Space still available, contact the Center for details) Sisters of the Poor, either. It ~ Community Auction • 7PM was a football team that was The., Sept. 20 ~ Methamphetamine Awareness physically bigger and poten­ Seminar • 7PM • tially dangerous, as any high At Mulberry Gatdens i school team can be on any Sponsored by the Nashville given night. Neighborhood Watch Program Let’s get something For more information call: M.VC.C.O.H., 517-852-0664 straight here. Olivet beat Maple Valley last week for the third straight year. Get over it. Cam Bramer, one of the premier football players in the entire state, graduates this year (finally). But this isn’t the NFL. They can’t Andersen® windows and patio doors sign him to a long term con­ tract Next year, he will be with High-Performance Sim'" glass, can wreaking havoc on some­ turn hot sun into cool, comfortable body’s college team. daylight and make a big difference in comfort. Meanwhile, Maple Valley will be doing what it has They re more than twice as effective as clear single-pane windows at reducing the been doing during the entire sun’s heat. Guenther Mittelstaedt era. They will be playing good, solid, hard-nosed football LONG LIVE THE HOME™ and winning the majority of their games. Count on it. But they won’t win every ©2003 Andcnen Corporation. All Rights Reserved. game. What do you think this is, Hudson? When the Eagles beat Maple Valley last season, the We Fill 219 S. State in psuedo pundits questioned asve Propane Nashville the Lions’ capability to con­ H IIIMDED ft U ADRIA/A DE tinue in the Mittelstaedt tra­ ft U ADR I A/ A D E 517-852-0882^ ^Cylinders dition. All the Lions did was Mon. thru Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm www.bonietowiitamber.com go on to finish the regular 06615239 by Jon Gambee The Maple Valley Lions caged the Panthers of Parma Jackson County Western Friday 48-0 to improve their •2005 record to 2-1, but per­ haps more importantly the Lions may have set the tone for their presence in the newly formed Southern Maple Valley freshman Erin Shoemaker makes a turn with a crowd of other runners Michigan during last Wednesday’s Marshall Invitational. The Lion varsity girls’ cross country Associ gation South. Activities Lions can’t keep up with hosts at Marshall Invitational Correction: Keep Your Cool. ^HOMETOWN LIIUIMMDBEEDR & HA RD W A R E �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, September 13,2005 — Page 9 Lion boys in back of pile-up at SMAA’s third jamboree S IrW Si^ i$&k' $\& *kv yv s& khISs The 2005 Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team. Team members are, front from left, manager Jennifer Kent, Jessi Winegar, Kristen Hummel, Sam Pierce, Lauren Pierce, Alisha Felmlee, manager Leslie Rigelman, back, coach Landon Wilkes, Bailey Flower, Dani Christensen, Ashley Gonser, Mindy Newton, Chelsea Davis, Kristen VanZandt, and Alaina Mater. S%7 **£"*? s$:g Maple Valley lady eagers open &» *5s SMAA season at home tonight >p kl**> ‘"KES’ !bhft ?* F^l l tefelfc ™»«Di«ii KaifctOT Wkliaii i W^^hath Mb rtiiil Ml wta'iwit I'pmingEvents* <4 .laWtata® EuatHita-taM The start of the season hasn’t been easy for the Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball team, but the Lions have a chance for a fresh start this week when Southern Michigan Activities Association South Division play begins on Tuesday. The 0-4 Maple Valley Lions open up the confer­ ence season tonight against Parma Western High School. The Lions then travel to Albion Thursday for their second league contest. The Lions fell to 0-4 with a 62-21 loss to Portland St. Patrick last Thursday. Maple Valley hitjust eight of its 44 field goal attempts and turned the ball over 39 times in Wanted: Standing Timber Call I ..WrlWWW HSi -HlfawS*' .fcaij.W'®1 the loss. Ashley Gonser led the Lions with seven points and six rebounds, while teammate Kristen VanZandt also pulled down six boards for the Lions. Rebounding is one of the things Lion head coach Landon Wilkes has been happy with so far this season, especially on the offensive end. Center Mindy Newton had four of her five rebounds come on the offensive end of the floor. “We’re improving,” said Wilkes. “We’re improving. We work hard defensively. Offensively we’ve got a great work ethic from all my girls. We’re learning a lot.” Hughes Logging LLC That progress was a lit­ tle easier to see in a 42-33 loss to Springport last Tuesday. Newton had a huge game to keep her team close to the Spartans. She finished the night with ten points and eight rebounds. Gonser, Danielle Christensen, Samantha Pierce and Kristen VanZandt all had four points for Valley. “We’re still turning the ball over too much,” said Wilkes. “We started off with a pretty tough sched­ ule in the beginning.” Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 ‘ Log With Horses or Skidder OPEN 7 DATS A WEEK 6AM - SPM 1-800-8707085 The Maple Valley varsity boys’ golf team was only nine shots out of first place at last Wednesday’s Southern Michigan Activities Association jamboree at Hankard Hills Golf Course. The trouble was, they were only two shots out of fifth place too. The Lions finished sixth out of seven teams at the third of six jamborees this season with a team score of 181. “We were all bunched together, and we just didn’t have that one more low score,” said Maple Valley head coach John Hughes. Brooklyn Columbia Central (BCC) took the top honors, with its top four players scoring a 172 on the day. Hillsdale won the first two jamborees this season in the SMAA. Hillsdale slipped down to fourth last week however. Leslie was second with 175. followed by Parma Western 175. Hillsdale 177, Stockbridge 179, Maple Valley 181, and Albion 194. “The competition in this league is tougher than what we’ve been facing,” said Hughes. "We have a bad day FOOTBALL, continued from previous page And he did. After the Panthers went three and out on their next drive, Maple Valley finally got down to basics. They put together a eight play, 54-yard drive that was capped by a nine yard touchdown run by Wood. Kersjes” extra point made it 41 -0 Lions and with 6:45 still left in the third quarter the clock was run­ ning and time was running out for Western. Maple Valley’s final touchdown came when the Panthers tried to run a reverse and fumbled the exchange. With each player going in opposite directions from the football, the pigskiin lay inert on the turf for what seemed like an eternity. Finally, Kersjes seized the opportunity every lineman dreams of. He scooped up the football and ran 36 yards for the score. When he got his breath he kicked the game’s final point. “We looked a lot better tonight, “ Mittelstaedt said after the game. “I thought we did an excellent job on spe­ cial teams, something we didn’t do very well last week.” Maple Valley finished with 280 yards rushing and another 20 passing, while holding the panthers to 72 on the ground and 63 passing. ‘‘Our defense picked up in the second half,” Mittelstaedt said. “We start­ ed hitting people instead of just trying to grab them. We had a lot of people around the football and we team tackled them most of the time. That’s what we need to do to be successful.” Danny Laverty led the way with seven tackles and Keith Lackscheide, who has been a mainstay for the Lions during his entire varsi­ ty career, had six tackles and a sack. 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Lamphere had two inter­ ceptions and Steven Tait and Joel Hummel also recovered fumbles. Lamphere finished with 108 yards rushing and Gam finished with 95. Next week Maple Valley will host Hillsdale. ROOFING Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Howal Feofiuut Fri., Sat. & Sun., Sept. 16,17 & 18 OPEN ’TIL 9PM Featuring Our Famous Now Serving Daily “All-You-Can-Eat” Evening Specials! Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday - and we finish sixth, we have a good day and we finish third. Oh well, it’s golf.” The Lions got a 42 from Garrett VanEngen. a 43 from Adam Gonser, and a 46 from Kory' Starks, then had to added Justin McMillen's 50 to their tally. “We just need to play bet­ ter is all.” said Hughes. BCC hosts the next SMAA jamboree, this after­ noon at Clark Lake Golf Course, then on Friday the Lions will be a part of the Hastings Fall Classic at Hastings Country Club. BBQ Ribs T¥y Our All-You-Can-Eat Soup & Salad Bar! 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Participants who wish to be in the Juried art show will have their work judged by a member of the Thornapple Arts Council. All accepted entries are eligi­ ble for sale. For more information, or to get an entrance form, please call the Putnam District Library at 517-852­ 9723 or stop by at 327 N. Main St. Nashville. The Bake-Off and Chili Cook-Off contests, headed by last years Bake-Off win­ ner, Faye Salyers, is looking for participants for this year’s competition. Entries are placed in two categories by age and by item baked. Age groups are 12 and under or 12 and over the categories are desserts or breads. There is a $1 entrance fee on each item entered. Chili Cook-Off contestants can enter in teams if they choose. There is also a $1 fee for each entry. Judging will be held at the Styles ’R Us Salon at 226 N. Main on Sept 17. Entries must be at the salon by noon. Entry forms maybe picked up at the Putnam District Library or at the Styles R Us Salon. The big event for Saturday is the Harvest Festival parade at 11 am. Dave and Kathy Mace are the grand marshals. Lineup will begin at 10 a.m. at the VFW Post. Anyone interested in partici­ pating should call the Barry County Chamber office at (269) 945-2454 or contact Dawn at Eaton Federal Savings or Linda at Clay’s Dinner Bell. The parade will travel north on Main Street from the VFW to Philadelphia Street. A trophy will be awarded for first place, in addition to a prize of $30. Second place will receive $20. Third place will receive $10. The Barry County Trolley will be running continuously BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS ■ TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 wing Available throughout Nashville from noon to 6 p.m. The trolley will be free to riders, compli­ ments of Steve Joppie Builders and Barry County Transit. There will be three trolley stops at Central Park, on Main Street across from Good Time Pizza and at MOO-ville. Riverside Park, behind the businesses on the west side of Main Street, will be full of activity on Saturday. The carnival rides will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The Maple Valley Lightning Bolts 4-H will have a petting zoo and BB gun shoot in park after the parade until 4 p.m. Styles *R Us will have free kids’ games in the park from 2 to 4 p.m. Doug "Pork" Hale will give free wagon rides from 2 to 4 p.m. The pick;up and drop-off point will be in Riverside Park. Horse pulls will be held at 3 p.m. in the park behind Musser’s Service and Hughes Hide & Fur Company. The Mace Pharmacy park­ ing lot on the west side of Main Street will be the site of live entertainment from noon to 4 p.m. Performing will be the Maple Valley Community Band, the Mud Creek Boys and Ecstatic. Plans also will include a repeat of last year’s steamed sweet com. The location on Main Street is yet to be determined. The Nashville Car Club is sponsoring a Cruise In from 1 to 5 p.m. The cars will be on Maple Street. There are a limited number of dash plaques for participants. Car owners are encouraged to “cruise in,” while everyone is invited to view the cars. The fun continues into Saturday night with a Swiss steak dinner at the VFW. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., for $6 per person. The dinner will be followed by a dance at the VFW. "Stone County" will provide the music. Cost is $2 per person. The carni­ val rides in Riverside Park will continued until 10 p.m. Co-chairs for this year’s Harvest Festival are Dawn Meade of Eaton Federal Savings and Steve Joppie of Steve Joppie Builders. Gold sponsors include the Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Clay’s Diner Bell, Eaton Federal Savings Bank, Hometown Lumber, JAd Graphics and Steve Joppie Builders. Silver sponsors are Hastings City Bank, Hamilton Black Dirt Plus, Kent Oil & Propane, Inc., Mace Pharmacy, Maple Valley Implement, Inc., Musser’s Service, Nashville Chiropractic and Shirley’s Chuckwagon Cafe. Bronze sponsors include JAC, Maple Valley Real Estate, Morgan’s Sales, Putnam District Library, Roush’s Sidewalk Cafe, and Larry and Margaret Hollenbeck Kalamo UMC plans rally day The Kalamo United Methodist Church is planning its rally day Sunday, Sept. 18, to kick off the 2005-2006 Sunday school year. Festivities will begin at 11 a.m. with singing at Honey Tree Contemporary Worship services. The new Sunday school teachers will be intro­ duced. As a special treat, Larry and Margaret Hollenbeck Meth awareness seminar scheduled for Sept. 20 There's never been a better TIME to get an ARMSTRONG FURNACE. Pre-Season Furnace Inspection & Tune-Up as well as Complete Duct Cleaning Call today for an appointment! 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The informational Mendendorff, who heads the event slated for 7 p.m. Forgotten Man Ministry at Tuesday, Sept. 2 at Mulberry the Barry County Jail, will Gardens in Nashville. . speak about what metham­ Representatives from the phetamine use costs the pub­ Nashville Police lic and will bring along a Department, the Barry recovering meth addict to tell County Sheriff’s his story. Department, Barry County Representatives from the Substance Abuse program Sheriffs Department and the and the Forgotten Man Nashville Police Department Ministries will give presenta­ will talk about the materials tions and be on hand to and ingredients used in the answer questions from the manufacture of methamphet­ public. amine and how to identify a "We want to educate peo­ possible lab. ple about the epidemic of "Methamphetamine is a methamphetamine use that is big problem right now and growing problem in the people can come and learn county that we all need to be what to look for and what to aware of," said Nashville do, we can all work together Police Officer Jerry Schray, to help alleviate this prob­ who heads up the village’s lem," said Dianne Bowden, Neighborhood Watch pro­ executive director of the gram. "People need to be Maple Valley Community aware of not only the signs Center of Hope, which was and symptoms of meth use responsible for helping but also what ingredients and establish the Neighborhood materials are used to make Watch program in Nashville. meth and what it smells like. "This promises to be a very We want people to know informative session." will open their hot dog stand and serve hot dogs with all the fixings free of charge at 11:30 a.m. Kalamo Methodist Women also are planning their annual chicken dinner Thursday, Sept. 22, from 5 to 7 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 Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 0076 NASHVILLE NASHVILLE HWY. 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The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. rather Knows Best’ play cast and crew announced The cast and crew from Maple Valley High School’s production of “Father Knows Best” take a break from their busy rehearsal schedule to pose for a cast photo. Missing from photo are Sara Pash and Chelsea Shoemaker. NEW ORLEANS, continued from page 12 the street or doing whatever they could think of to get a few dollars," said Lentz. He noted that the number .of poor people and the number of people who relied solely on public transport such as trolleys and the metro buses to get around the city where likely to be the ones stranded when the flood waters rose. "A lot of people probably didn’t need or couldn’t afford a vehicle and when there was a mass exodus there was no transportation for them." Lentz said it’s shocking to hear the reports of the wide­ spread looting that is going on, even in the historic dis­ tricts ofthe city. "You hear things and you see things on TV and you wonder how much has really survived and how much has been destroyed and what will physical support as well, Lentz said. “Donations to the charities that are advertising on the major new channels, i.e., the Red Cross can only make someone’s life that much better!" DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. 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 (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. TAX NOTICE Beautiful old buildings near the water like the Jackson Brewery near the sea wall in New Orleans are now flooded in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. (Photo cour­ tesy, of Alan and Cathy Lentz). VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE Last day to pay village property taxes will be: Saturday, September 17th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Location: 188 East Main Phone: 517-726-1111 1AR14Q40 happen to the people." Lentz encourages every­ one to do what they can for the people in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. "In. addition to prayer, those citizens that are strand­ ed in New Orleans need our Kathleen Marsh Villa*g*e Treasurer One of the fountains at the historic French Market Inn in New Orleans where Alan and Cathy Lentz stayed on a recent trip to the city. 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Located at the intersection of M-43 & M-50 I ZWw edacatcM fa tfuhti 14 yewtA, 2 w Met Segment I Class Segment II Class Oct. 24-Nov. 10,2005 Nov.28-Dec. 15,2005 Oct. 4-6,2005 Nov. 21-23,2005 J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith ^rritSimiyTi^rmrimrrnariratroinnrTritEE �Just Say “As Advertised io tha Maple Valley News” Tuesday, September 13,2005 — Page 12 Local man haunted by images of devastation in New Orleans This aquarium once home to sharks. Albino alligators, stingrays and other sea creatures was reportedly destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. (Photo courtesy of Alan and Cathy Lentz). by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Nashville resident Alan Lentz says he’s haunted by the images on television and the Internet of New Orleans and its residents devastated by the flooding caused when the levees that surround the city were breeched in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. An avid motorcycle enthusiast, Lentz, a student services supervisor for the Galesburg-Augusta School District, has gone on several "rides" with friends to "The Big Easy" over the years. His latest trip was in June with his wife, Cathy, the clerk for the Village of Nashville. "It’s the strangest thing, it’s haunting, to see those pictures of New Orleans and the people when I have all these memories of how it looked then... all the histo­ ry. .. and to see how it looks now..." he said. . I’ve ridden down there before and stayed with friends who used to live about 10 miles north of Mobile (Ala.) and I know that area got hit hard," he said. "About three years ago I went to New Orleans with some of the guys and we were going west on 90 to I­ 10 past Biloxi and Gulf Port. That was a very commercial area, but I guess all of that is gone now. I see pictures and all you can see is rooftops, I guess it’s all under water now," said Lentz. 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Not Not responsible responsible for for printing printing errors. errors. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-09-20.pdf 9884033715023a9bdc98d48ec0938d73 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121S CHURCH ST HASTINGS M 490H-1MI Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 38, September 20, 2005 A local paper oftoday! Harvest Festival fun included large parade and lots of winners Dale White brings Lew, his California New Zealand mix, to the 4-H petting area. The September sun glowed on Nashville’s Harvest Festival last Friday and Saturday. Royalty was crowned at the high school just before the Maple Valley vs. Hillsdale football game. Kyle Hughes was named king. The queen was Laurie Karrar, the prince was Gunner Tobias and the princess was Kayley Hughes. The Royalty was also present during Saturday’s parade. More than 60 entries were featured in the parade. Parade grand marshals were Dave and Kathy Mace of Nashville. The first place float, win- ning $30 and a trophy, was entered by the Davis family of Nashville. Second place was Hamilton Black Dirt Plus, wining $20. Nashville Baptist Church won $10 for third place. The Chili Cook-Off win­ ners were Kyle Christopher, of Vermontville, in first place and Jo Thomsbury, of Adrian, second. The Bake-Off winners were Brenda Dunham of Nashville with bread pud­ ding and Kellie Barcroft of Nashville with Sparkie’s pineapple upside down cake. There were 47 cars partic­ ipating in the Cruise-In, sponsored by the Nashville Car Club A new and very success­ ful event this year were horse pulls coordinated by Kyle Hughes, of Hughes Hides and Furs. Eighteen teams participated. There were 10 teams in the lightweight divi­ sion and eight teams in the heavyweight division. Many ofthe teams had competed in earlier in the day in Allegan. More than $2,500 in prizes and cash were awarded. The lightweight team win­ ners were Mike Hughes, of Nashville, in first and second and J and R Neil, of Hillsdale, in third. The horsemanship award went to Mike Newsome, of Nashville. The best dressed horse award went to Hughes The Davis family’s first place float shows the beauty and bounty of a fall harvest. and Keegan, ofNashville In the heavyweight teams, first place went to Herm VanBelkum, of Hastings, second to Don Darnell, of. Morley, and third to Scott and Larry Fisher, of Litchfield. The horsemanship award went to Herm VanBelkum, of Hastings, and the best dressed to Don Darnell, of Morley Other honors included Tristan Bofman, ofHillsdale, for the youngest puller; Harry Day, of Marshall, for oldest puller; and Ray Steele and Phil Webster, of Nashville, for best hitched. Citizens protest proposed change in water charges by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer At least two residents in the Village of Vermontville are upset with the village’s plan to charge residents a flat rate of $20.50 a month, even when their water has been turned off for the winter while they are living in the South. "We've been charged $50 to have a shut shut-off fee and turn on fee for our water, and now you want to charge us a flat rate of $20.50. I understand it is for service. Why should we be charged for service that we are not using because it is shut off? asked Pat Prescott. She said she had been told that even the $50 fee ($25 to shut it off and $25 to turn it back on) was illegal. "I would really like to know if the $20.50 is going to be legal. Because quite a few of us that go, although there is not that many, that you make quite a bit of money off us, but still, out of our income it adds up." Another resident com­ plained about the proposed flat rate for water service when his water was shut off for the winter. "I didn’t mind when you charged $25 to turn off the water and $25 to turn it back on. I didn’t think too much about that - 90% of the time I do it myself. But when you come around with this $20 a month when we’re not even here, I think that is going a little bit too far." Lee Joppie complained that 5th wheels and motor homes could park in the vil­ lage and hook-up to the vil­ lage sewer and water for free for 20 days. He asked the council to look into whether or not a particular residence was in violation of the water ordinance by, haying what she perceived to be an out­ door hydrant not hooked up to a water meter. "It looks like we have a couple of things for the Water Committee to chew on," said Village Council President Doug Kelsey. This really needs to go before the Water Committee, on the fees, and the structure for them to discuss in this mat­ ter. The Water Committee will be happy to look into the complaint that Lee Joppie has asked us to look at." When asked where the council got the recommenda­ tion for charging the $20.50 Frank and Peggy Purchis get road-side seats for the fee, Kelsey said that it came parade. They are greeted by Catara Briggs who affec­ from the state Department of tionately calls them “Grandparents.” Environmental Quality (DEQ). "The DEQ puts together a recommendation that the vil­ lages and municipalities, that have a municipal water sys­ Kalamo Church to hold annual tem, need to charge for all water," he said. "Every chicken supper municipality charges for Goods collection for hurrican victims water, whether it is on or off, at home football games they have to have a monthly bill. I don’t know what other Toddler Time takes the bus municipalities are doing." Harvest Festival Photos Department of Public Maple Valley suffers its worst defeat Works (DPW) Supervisor In This Issue since 1974 See WATER, page 14 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, September 20, 2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville DIFFICULT QUESTIONS 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Some questions that are often asked are, “Why do bad tilings happen to good people?” and “How could God let this happen?” Surely, these are difficult, ifnot impossible questions to answer, especially for someone who has just experienced a tragic event. And although it is ridiculous for us to think that we will neverencounter problems in our lives, we still have the ten­ dency to wonder why certain bad things happen. It seems that we more often question God for the seemingly bad Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Ihometovn 4 LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. 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Worship . ,.............................. 11 Evening Worship................................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .................... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville 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. E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Senrice ......... 6 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) Church.Service........ Sunday School......... ........ 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) § | Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone one () (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UHITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. . Children’s Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 FIRST KALAMO UNITED CONGREGATIONAL METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. CHURCH Sunday School................ 10:45 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School......................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School 10 A.M. Service................................ 11:15 P.M. Service........................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Elsie E. Wolver Broker Vermontville, MI (517) 726-0637 49096-0095 Res. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 PASTOR MATT ROHDE Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 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 PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam 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....................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 135 Washington P.O. Box 95 Sunday School 9:45 a 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, September 20. 2005 — Page 3 __ Maces chosen grand marshals of Nashville Harvest Festival Parade When the 2005 Nashville Harvest Festival Parade stepped off down Main Street Saturday morning, longtime Nashville business owners Dave and Kathy Mace, led the way as grand marshals. They have owned Mace Pharmacy for more than 27 years. "We feel honored," said Kathy Mace."... but we have mixed feelings because we’re used to being one of the organizers and helping to choose the grand marshals, so this was definitely a sur­ prise." The Maces were chosen by the Harvest Festival Committee because of their involvement in the commu­ nity since moving to Nashville in the late 1970s. Over the years, Dave and Kathy have been involved with Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the Nashville Harvest Festival, including the Festival chairmanship; served as PTO president, and been active members of the Band Boosters, as Lions Club president and Chamber of Commerce president. They have been very involved at Nashville United Methodist Church as Sunday School teachers for children and adults, Bible School teachers, committee chair­ men, activities coordinators, preaching and liturgists, and helping with the sound sys­ tem. Dave and Kathy have also been Little League coaches and are part owners of Valley Sports. They are coordinators for the village­ wide garage sales, the "Womanless Wedding" and have participated in the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundations. The couple were the chairmen ofthe first committee to a get a mileage passed for additions to the schools. When the Maces came to Nashville, they purchased the former Simon Pharmacy, which was then housed in the building that is now Something Special by Kathy. In 1979, Dave was work­ ing for Lippert Pharmacy in Caledonia. After three differ­ ent people came into the store and told him that there was a pharmacy for sale in Nashville, a small town north of Battle Creek, the Maces said they thought that God might be telling them something. The previous owner, John Simon, had died while he was in the process ofmoving his business to Carl’s Supermarket on Reed Street. The owner’s son told them that ifthe business didn’t sell soon, they would have to close it down. They had already cut down their hours to four days a week. The Maces went home and discussed the possibility and decided to take a chance. Kathy said they were very young and very brave. Dave was 28, and she was 27. Within three weeks they were operating their own business. The Maces had grown up "in the big city of Lansing." Kathy said they were amazed at how welcoming and loyal the people in Nashville were to their business. "Dr. Tom Myers was the local doctor at the time, and he and his wife, Betty, were very helpful and supportive," said Kathy, who added, "Owning a business in a small town means you know almost everyone and you share their joys and you share their sorrows." Kathy said Dave became a pharmacist because he enjoys counseling people and helping them with their drug and over-the-counter related questions. "He also enjoys telling a good joke," said Kathy. "Customers stop in just to hear the latest one or to tell him a new joke they have heard. He also enjoys telling people about his flying les­ sons and is still looking for passengers." In 1985 construction start­ ed on the new pharmacy building; they moved in the spring of 1986. "It was a fun move," said Kathy. "Thirty friends helped move all the mer­ chandise from the old build­ ing to the new one, two doors down. The prescrip­ tion counter had to be taken all apart and moved and then set back up. Everyone in town was excited about the new building opening." About the time they were moving their business, the location on Main Street was celebrating 100 years in business. The Maces have a scrapbook with original pre­ scriptions from 1885. "The business is unique in that in 127 years of business there have only been five owners," said Kathy. The Maces said that the pharmacy business has changed a lot in the 27 years since they bought the store in Nashville. Twenty-five years ago Dave typed all the pre­ scriptions on an electric typewriter, and all the pre­ scriptions were handwritten on the patient’s chart. Only 30% of the business was insurance. Dave only dealt with four insurance compa­ nies and the businesses peo­ ple worked for rarely changed insurance compa­ nies. Kalamo Church to hold annual chicken supper Now Mace Pharmacy deals with 75 insurance com­ panies and businesses fre­ quently change their provider, and prescriptions are sent directly to insurance companies through the Internet. The Maces invested in the first computer for their business in 1985. When they first went into business, Dave purchased drugs directly from 12 brand name drug companies and a wholesaler; there were very few generic drugs available. Now he buys all the drugs from a major wholesaler and generic drugs are a large per­ centage of the business. David and Kathy Mace lead the way as the Grand Also, many of the brand Marshals of the 2005 Nashville Harvest Festival. name companies have merged over the years. Twenty-seven years ago, pills and had opened it. No He is also working towards there were 27 brand name one knew ifhe had ate any so his MBA at the University of companies. Now there are they gave him syrup of Michigan. Andrea also grad­ only about six. ipecac for safety sake. Then uated from Western and has Kathy said that they have they had a two-year old run­ earned her real estate been blessed with many ning all around the store appraiser’s license and wonderful employees over throwing up." works for a firm in East the years. All three of the children Lansing. Daniel has been "When we bought the worked in the store and trying a variety of things and store we had two employees. couldn’t wait to run the cash is currently studying to be a Now we have nine." register, according to Kathy. massage therapist at The Mace children, "The rule was you had to Olympia Institute in Institute Matthew, Andrea and be tall enough to see into the Kalamazoo. Daniel, "all grew up in the drawer before you could run Despite all the changes in pharmacy. Matthew was two the register," she said. their lives and their commu­ when (we) bought the busi­ The Mace children are nity, the Maces have stayed ness," said Kathy, who now grown and pursuing loyal and dedicated to added, "The first weekend of their own careers. Matthew Nashville, the community owning the pharmacy is married to Lisa (Metzger) that welcomed them with store... eight family mem­ and the couple has two chil­ open arms so many years bers were moving the phar­ dren, Madison and Ellie. ago. macy counter and all the Matthew graduated from drugs from the north side of Western Michigan the store to the south side. University with a degree in All the drugs were in boxes computer information sys­ all over the floor and two- tems and is part owner and year old Matthew was the CEO of Blue Granite, a soft­ only child there and running ware development and net­ SHOWTIMES 9/20-9/22 all over. He found a bottle of working services company. FALL MATINEES FOR EVERYONE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10 k 11 AM ARE WE THERE YET? (PG) The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING O JUST LIKE HEAVEN (PG-13) 2:40,4:50,7:10, 9:20 O LORD OF WAR (R) 2:30,5:00,7:30,10:00 o EXORCISM OF EMILY ROSE Open Tuesday — Friday The Kalamo United Methodist Women will have its annual chicken supper from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, at the church, 1475 South Ionia Road. The ladies have been serv­ ing chicken and all the fix­ ings for more than 50 years. They will be serving fried chicken, biscuits and gravy, mashed potatoes, squash, salad and rolls and home­ made pie. The price for the meals are adults $6, children $2.50, and preschool children free. Many of the improvements to the church, as well as many charities have received S.E. Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. funds from the KUMW. In addition, Janice Crane has compiled a cookbook of favorite recipes, contributed by the cooks of the church will be on sale for $10 at the dinner. Proceeds from the book sales will go to improving the kitchen. 1-517-852-9481 Need help budgeting your insurance costs? STAN METHAMPHETAMINE Awareness Seminar Tuesday, September 20,2005 7:00 p.m. Mulberry Fore Golf Course Mulberry Gardens Banquet Hall Sponsored by the Nashville Neighborhood Watch Program Community ed classes to start Maple Valley Community Education will offer three adult enrichment courses Monday, Sept. 26, through Thursday, Nov. 17. The scrapbooking class will meet on Mondays; the cost is $20 plus supplies. A building trades class will meet on Tuesdays. The cost for that class is also $20, plus supplies. On Thursday evening, there will be com­ puter class, the cost is $20. All classes will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Maple Valley High School. For more information, call the Community Education Department at (517) 852­ 9275 or (517) 852-9794. ow you can pay for your personal, and most business insurance protection with an easy-to-handle, monthly payment plan called Flex Bill. This plan, available KELLY from Auto-Owners Insurant Company, means less strain on your budget. Call us and ask about it today! Life Home Car Business DEBBIE TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, September 20, 2005 — Page 4 ‘The Quilters’ musical drama to be performed by Revue Amos Martin Fox FREMONT Amos Martin Fox, age 83, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2005 at Newaygo Medical Care Facility in Fremont. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Gordon White; brother, John. Amos served his country as a staffsergeant in the U. S. Army during WWII. He worked for Michigan State University for 42 years, 20 as Herdsman, and 22 years as Performance Tester. He was a member of many Cattle Breed Associations by Helen Mudry Staff Writer Area musicians have com­ bined their talents in “The Quilters,” a musical drama to be performed at the Revue in Vermontville at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6,7 and 8, and matinees on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8 and 9, at 3 Charlotte; sister-in-law, Ruth Fox of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas; several nieces and nephews. Graveside funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 20, 11:00 a.m. at the Vermontville Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contribu-p.m. Adult tickets are $8, senior tions to the Amos Fox Livestock Industry Memorial citizens and students $7 and Scholarship 1250 Anthony children under 12 are $5. Hall East Lansing, Ml Call 269-367-4455 or e-mail 4 8 8 2 therevuel @yahoo.com Arrangements were made The cast includes seven by Hessel-Cheslekactresses from Lakewood FuneralHome, Sparta. and Maple Valley — Muriel Wieland from Vermontville, Heather Wortley from Lake Odessa, Bekah Welch from Nashville, Brandi Walden and her crafts. from Nashville, Kim Knoll Hazel is survived by her from Nashville, Shanna daughter, Shirley M. (Bob) Shoemaker from Tebo of Parchment; grand­ Vermontville, Laura Smith children, Denise A. (Ronald) Murray of Freeport, from Lake Odessa and Stephenie L. Brown of Amanda Wells from Parchment and Ben Brown, Sunfield. Frank E. (Alice) Goodale of The play is produced by Arkansas, Dawn (John) Williams of Eckerman, Dale (Keri) McPherson of Traverse City, Dave (Kelly) McPherson of Rhode Island, Church, 10 Linda (Mike) Chamberlin of Methodist Pastors Portage; 26 great-grandchil­ Bidwell Street. dren and seven great-great­ David Dryer and Darrel officiated. grandchildren; sister Edna Bosworth Maple Valley Leadership Begg ofMarshall; daughters- Interment ofboth she and her students, MV National husband will be at Riverside in-law, Dorothy McPherson of Southbury, Conn., Maxine Cemetery, Bellevue at a later Honor Society and the Spanish NHS have partnered Reynolds of Florida and date. Memorial contributions with Eaton County Circuit Joyce McPherson of Georgia; and many nieces may be made to Hospice of Court, Eaton County Youth Facility, Eaton County LifeSpan and nephews. United Breothrren Kilpatrick Church, Probate Court, Eaton County She was preceded in death 10005 E. Barnum Barnum Rd., Rd., Youth Services, and Eaton by her husband, Dale; son, Stephen D. McPherson in Woodland, Michigan 48897. County Day Treatment Airangements were by the Program to provide relief for 1993; sister, Alice Soberg; brothers, Wesley, Edwin, Farley-Estes & Dowdle victims of the ravages of Carl and Clinton Reynolds Funeral Home. To leave a Hurricane Katrina. A large white van covered message for the family, visit Jr. At the request of the fami­ www.farleyestesdowdle.com with banners and posters will be located by the main gate ly, memorial services were held Friday, September 16, 2005 at Trinity United and a Cattle Show Judge throughout the Region. He was a lifetime member of The Vermontville V. F. W. and a member of the Sparta American Legion. He is survived by his wife, Janice of Sparta; children, Glenna Thom of Scottville, Mary White of Scottville, Judy Fox of Grand Ledge, Larry and Dorothy Fox of Vermontville; stepsons, Russell and Alice Barkow, Andy and Marlynn Barkow; 10 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; brother, Arthur and Marilyn Fox of Hazel I. (Reynolds) McPherson HASTINGS Hazel I. (Reynolds) McPherson, age 93, of Hastings and formerly of Battle Creek, died Monday, September 12, 2005 at Cornerstone Living Center, Hastings. Hazel was bom May 30, 1912 in Centerville, South Dakota, moving to Michigan at a young age where she graduated from Bellevue High School. Hazel married Albert “Dale” McPherson and he preceded her in death November 7, 1993 in Tifton, Georgia. During the 1940s, she was employed at Post Cereals. Later Hazel and her husband owned and operated the McPherson Cleaners in Plainwell, Modem Cleaners in Otsego and two cleaners in Florida. She was a former member of Lakeview Baptist Church, she attended Trinity United Methodist Church where she was a member of the UMW, sang in church choirs for over 50 years and was a member of the Lakeview Mother’s Singers. She enjoyed sewing, oil painting (517)852-9712 aSTS 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06605509 ___ Bill Reynolds, who also made the sets. The musical was adapted from the book "The Quilters: Women and Domestic Art," an oral history compiled by Patricia Cooper and Norma Bradley Allen. Ostensibly the story of a pioneer woman and her six daughters^ “Quilters” blends a series ofinterrelated scenes into a rich mosaic which cap­ tures the sweep and beauty, the terrorand joy, the harsh challenge and abiding rewards of frontier life. Illuminating stories con­ tained in various patches or "blocks" with music, dance and drama, the action depicts the lot ofwomen on the fron­ tier: girlhood, marriage, childbirth, spinsterhood, twisters, fire, illness and death. But, with this, there is also love, warmth, rich and lively humor and the moving spec­ tacle of simple human digni­ ty and steadfastness in the face of adversity. In the end, when the various patches are assembled into one glorious, brilliantly colorful quilt, the effect is both breathtaking and magical, and a theatrical masterstroke which will linger in the mind and mem­ ory long after the house lights have dimmed, (source: Dramatist Play Service, Inc.) The original performance was an audition piece by actress-writer Molly Newman. The music and lyrics are mainly by Barbara Damashek, who used some of the lyrics from poems, hymns and traditional folk songs. The show was first performed in New York City in 1984. The two-act play cele­ brates the life of pioneer women in 1800s. It includes stories of childhood, fires, love, marriage, childbirth and death. A quilt is a central theme and when the play is fin­ ished, the actresses have completed an 11-foot square quilt depicting the story. Goods collection for hurricane victims at home football games at home football games so that MV staff, students, and community members can help ‘neighbors’ in the South. Karen Gonser from the Eaton County Youth Facility will be the adult supervisor onsite for this project. "We are collecting non­ perishable food items, cloth­ ing for children and adults, personal hygiene products and cash donations," said leadership teacher Norma Jean Acker. "The students are very excited about this project, and we know that the community will support us. "Things went very well last Friday and we expect that donations will surpass last week at this week’s homecoming game against Stockbridge, which always brings in a big crowd." Anyone who has questions or would like to make a donation but can't attend the games may contact the lead­ ership class at (517) 852­ 9275, ext.40. Adopt-A-Cop family program gets Jump Start in hurricane relief efforts c.es & Family Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines and Eaton County Republican Party Chairman Dr. Tim Tarry recently presented $1,100 to Executive Director Terry Jungle of the Michigan Sheriff’s Association (MSA) for the “Adopt-A-Cop Family Program.” According to Diana Dicks of the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA), this program will allow for 100% tax deductible donations to go toward emergency relief efforts for sheriffs’ fami­ lies in hurricane-stricken areas throughout Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. Many law enforcement officers in these areas have lost their homes. Hurricane Katrina even took the lives of some of forms, the only clothing their loved ones; yet, these they had left. These brave dedicated professionals men and women need our continue to work round support. We’re glad to the clock to restore and offer it, in all ways possi­ maintain law and order in ble. I’d like to encourage some of the worst hit everyone to give to the areas. ‘Adopt-A-Cop Family According g to Eaton Program.’ It’s important County Sheriff Mike for first responders to Raines, “Law know that their own fami­ Enforcement is a strong ly is safe, so they can brotherhood. It’s more focus their efforts in the than a career. It’s an line of duty to serving and extended family. The con­ protecting others.” ' ditions our fellow officers A team of Eaton County are facing down south and Sheriff’s Deputies recent­ the hardships * they’re ly returned from Biloxi, enduring are difficult to Mississippi after assisting imagine. Last week, I the American Red Cross spoke with an official in and the local police Biloxi who told me about agency. They successful­ officers who had to swim ly delivered clean drink­ and wade in chest deep, ing water; meals ready-tosewage laden water to get eat (MREs), boots, all to work. In some cases types of clothing and other they did this in their uni- See ADOPT, page 7 �The e Maple ape Valley a ey News, e s, Nashville, as e, Tuesday, uesay, September epee 20,2005 , — Page age 5 proposed county master plan S.A-.n 1vs5 's, sSj s SsS;\* S S SS *?SS ?SS St!*w «££•“*** ***- JJS •'’Otb *t|fc fc *-*» BflI'tMtiili WalitlMi "® ■ nnarls^r i i itt T b'its “ ® j® list Frij jijpj ■* M taisiffitia ■ kitol list ittitfot tfcte tattiiEB: S&'kbritesBii □EMF faufa' tsM .tartte Ktkits. otiriltii : nkcs tahttoB B,’ gd affifflifflt *®‘* ft to iSdUli I K)®1 K jjt to w*% by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter In the wake of the final public hearing, held in Castleton Township last month, on Barry County’s proposed Master Plan, Maple Grove and Castleton township boards have both unanimously adopted resolu­ tions rejecting the plan. The county plan would rezone the two townships as almost entirely agricultural, but the two townships pro­ pose in their resolutions to instead be zoned country res­ idential. Maple Grove Township Supervisor Rod Crothers said he proposed the resolu­ tion to township board mem­ bers, who worked together to formulate the wording of the resolution they adopted earli­ er this month, because he felt the proposed plan would take away property development rights and potentially decrease property values. That reasoning was echoed by Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley before the Castleton Township Board passed its own resolution last week. "We had a meeting here a short time ago and we had some very unhappy agricul­ tural property owners. The master plan would put Woodland, Maple Grove and Castleton townships strictly agricultural, which would do away with any chance of them getting development rights," he said. Fifth District Barry County Commissioner Mike Callton, who is also a mem­ ber of the Planning and Zoning Commission, said he has been getting a lot of feedback from individuals and agencies in his area who oppose the agricultural zon­ ing for large tracts of land in eastern Barry County. "The commissioners are already feeling the heat on this. They are getting lots of calls and lots of letters. Since, I’ve been commis­ sioner, this is the biggest sin­ gle issue I have seen," he said. "I’ve had issues where I’ve had one or two people call me, usually unhappy, but this one I think I’ve had feedback from at least 75 people and I’m not the only commissioner getting feed­ back. This is a big issue." He said he has heard from representatives of the Woodland Township Board and Barry County Farm Bureau, stating that those entities were also contem- plating passing similar reso­ lutions. Callton said he understood where the agricultural prop­ erty owners were coming from. "Basically they’re saying, ‘We’ve broken our backs on these farms our whole lives and who is the county to come in and limit us as far as our property rights,’" said Callton. "Someone made apoint to me by saying, ‘I would like to preserve my neighbors farm, but I would like to sell my farm for as much as I could get,’ so they realize the both sides, the need to preserve farm land but also the farmer’s right to determine the use ofhis land. "In the northwest comer of the county there is expan­ sion and growth that has been somewhat uncon­ trolled, and the unfortunate result ofthat is my area is not growing and now the county wants to put the strictest con­ trols on it," he said. "It looks like what the county is trying to do to preserve farmland with this master plan is like making this part ofthe coun­ ty (Woodland, Maple Grove and Castleton Township) pay for what has happened in another part of the county." Callton said when he first saw the master plan he thought his constituents would be pleased with the county’s attempt to preserve farmland in their area, "But, as I started talking to people, I realized that the only peo­ ple who were for farmland preservation were not farmers or else they were hobby farmers with just an acre or two and a horse. Callton said he sees both sides of the issue. "On one hand we would love to preserve the look of our rural communities and preserve our agricultural her­ itage in this area. But, on the other hand, we also want to preserve free will for our property owners," he said. "The plan is county wide and its intent is to manage all type of land use throughout the county," said Jim McManus, director of Barry and County Planning Zoning. He stated that the master plan would still allow agri­ cultural property owners to divide their land according to what is allowed under state guidelines. Callton agrees that the proposed master plan would allow for limited develop­ ment. "Farmers could still split than 1 or 2% unless you have their land and sell offparcels subdivisions come in. near the road like they’re For school systems to stay doing now, but they would healthy they need to grow, not be able to build subdivi­ they can’t hold at the same sions and condos on their level. They need more than 1 land," he said. "I’m on the -2% growth." committee and basically, Maple Valley Schools when they created this mas­ Superintendent Kim Kramer ter plan and basically when wrote, in a letter to Callton, we looked at the southeast that the district views the comer ofthe county, we saw master plan, "with some that this is the last large tract reservations." of rural farmland in the He wrote, "We are tom county and we wanted to between two views: On one protect that, not the hobby hand, we support the hope to farms that are wedged in expand the housing develop­ between subdivisions like ment arena and the position we have in the northeast part of many of our land owners of the county. However, who believe they should someone made a good point have the right to sell or to me at the meeting. He develop their land as they see asked me, ‘How would you fit. As a school district we like it if the village made a receive our operational rule saying that you could money from the state in two only sell your office to ways, a foundation grant another chiropractor? That based on the number of stu­ would really limit what you dents we enroll and taxes would be able to get for the that each parcel generates. property,’ and he was right," We want to grow as a school said Callton, who is a chiro- district because that will practor with his own practice bring us increased revenue in the village ofNashville. allowing us to expand our Approximately 90% of the program to better meet the people who attended the last needs of our students. public hearing were opposed Growth in revenue would to setting aside the majority also help us maintain our of property in Woodland, programs for students in Maple Grove and Castleton tough economic times, like townships for farmland we are experiencing current­ preservation, he noted. ly. This relates directly to the McManus said property building of new homes, owners in agricultural areas which in turn often provides could still sell the develop- new students. ment rights to a developer, "On the other hand, being but the developer would then a small school system allows have to have those rights us the opportunity to provide transferred to another part of much more personalized the county zoned for residen- education. This personalized tial development. education is statistically However, Callton noted proven much better in the that ifthe land is already des­ development of our students ignated as farmland preserve and is often why our parents by the county, the farmers have chosen to educate their may lose the opportunity for children here in Maple farmland preservation grant Valley. In order to ‘control money, etc. as they become or preserve’ this smallness, parts of the county’s master available in the future. Callton said the eastern plan makes a lot of sense, part of Barry County is eco­ Kramer said in the letter. "To me, this is the classic nomically stagnant and that establishing the area as a age-old dilemma. What is farmland preserve would do the role of our local govern­ nothing to boost the tax base ment? Is it to preserve per­ for the local townships and sonal rights or the betterment of a community as a whole? schools. "The cost of everything, There are pros and cons on particularly health care is both sides of this question. going up, but if there isn’t When a person chooses to enough increase in the tax become a part of a group or base then the townships are community, then some per­ going to have a difficult time sonal rights must be set balancing their budgets," he aside. I don’t have a solution said. "As the former presi­ dent of the (Maple Valley) school board, I know that the school systems are paid per kid and the student popula­ tion won’t increase more »I(F Ejiou Hit •u» JU'’*T focus focus New Image Salon flto l*<’' jjtf 101 N. Main St., Woodland w jrf4 kt* Wlt pi‘ t* |W flF F X We are your Up-Do Specialists! Call to make your appointment for the H0MEC0MING DANCE today. 269-367-4528 or Toll Free 1 -877-688-8118 06615738 OPEN Monday - Saturday but hope and pray that a compromise can be found. "Speaking on behalf ofthe school system, we support a plan that has a controlled growth component at its root. As a school system, we must continue to grow and improve, for staying stagnate means falling behind in this fast-paced society. We can­ not let our students fall behind. Yet we wish to pre­ serve the personal attention we give each of our students for as long as we can,” Kramer wrote. "I hope this sheds some light on the issue from the school’s point of view." Callton said it is his obli­ gation as a county commis­ sioner to represent his con­ stituents regarding the mas­ ter plan. He will present Kramer’s letter and all the petitions, letters and resolu­ tions he has received to the board. Both McManus and Callton said some changes have already been made to the Master Plan since the public has started giving feedback to their county commissioners. "Some adjustments have been made; we did listen," said McManus. "Under some circumstances private roads could be put in to allow for some development. We’re doing what we can to make this more palatable." "Unfortunately, there is no way to make every opportu- nity available in all areas of the county, and we want to keep agriculture as a part of Barry County," he added. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Spc. Jessica Grider Spc. Jessica Grider is serv­ ing in the U.S. Army. She lived on Nashville Highway with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Grider. She graduated from Durand High School in 2001. After basic training, she went to California for two years and is now stationed in Ft. Drum in New York. Her unit is now in Iraq. E3 James Grider E3 James Grider is in the U.S. Navy, stationed in Norfolk, Va. He is in helicopter mainte­ nance. He lived on Nashville Highway with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Grider, and then moved and graduated from Central Moncalm High School in 2003. He married Ashley Powell from McBride and they are expecting their first baby in October. Vermontville Annual Senior Citizens Night Tuesday, October 11th • 7:00 p.m. • ...at the Congregational Church in Vermontville FREE MEAL -Serving Swiss Steak and all the trimmings FREE ENTERTAINMENT! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Ph. 517-726-0286 Re^tions^Oa. 6 IT’S A HARVEST FESTIVAL OF FUN! In the Children's Garden At the Leila Arboretum Saturday, September 24 • Go on a Treasure Hunt • Grind Corn the Old Fashioned Way • Enjoy Apple and Cider Taste Testing • Special Gifts to Take Home Children’s Garden Open noon to 6 p.m. Special Kids' Activities at 1 and 3 p.m. W. Michigan Ave. near 20th St. Battle Creek www.LASgarden.org 969-0270, ext. 112 *■ _A_dm__is_s_io_n__is $5 per person Sponsored by:jg^QMN| �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, September 20,2005 — Page 6 Vikes survive mean green to win Fall Classic, Lions eighth •>/ftx of the day, a 79. The Vikings’ other medallist was Aaron Hargett, who finished in a five-way tie for fifth place at 82. Lane Brewer con­ tributed the Vikings’ fourth score, an 87. Behind Schierbeek for Byron Center, Chad Fransens and Curt Clunder each shot an 82 while Ryan Dillrree fin­ ished at 83. Other golfers in the top ten were Hastings’ Steve Peurach and Justin Krul who each shot an 82, and Caledonia’s Tyler Corson and Matt Zylstra who each shot 83. Saturday, at the Duane Blatt Memorial PewamoWestphalia Invitational the Lions saw the Lakewood Vikings again. This time the two teams were in separate divisions. Lakewood took the divi­ sion 1 championship with a team score of 294 in the event that included each team taking two individ­ ual scores, a two-man best ball score, and a two-man scramble score for its total. The Lions tied Fulton for sixth place in division 2 with a team score of 345. Laingsburg was the to earn the team champi­ onship at the event for the third straight year. “He’s just playing real relaxed at this point,” Viking head coach Carl Kutch said of Arizola who was listed as Lakewood’s sixth golfer heading into the day. “He’s stepping up and hittingthe ball. He’s not over-thinking every­ thing. He made a lot of real good putts.” Byron Center had four golfers finish in the top ten, while Lakewood and Caledonia had three apiece, and Hastings two. Caledonia was third overall with a 331 fol­ lowed by Hastings 342, Wayland 359, Caledonia ‘B’ 361, Thornapple Kellogg 367, Maple Valley 371, Delton Kellogg 376, Thomapple Kellogg ‘B’ 391, and Hastings ‘B’ 400. The Maple Valely Lions had a tough day. Adam Gonser shot the team’s best round, finish­ ing with an 88. Garrett VanEngen shot a 91 for the Lions, while Ethan Griswold added 95, and Justin McMillen 97. Lakewood’s Brad Elliott tied Byron Center’s Jeff Schierbeek for the third best individual score by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Lakewood junior Chaz Arizola shot a five, finish­ ing up the back nine Friday, on the par-3 18th hole at Hastings Country Club. Golfers and coaches alike stared at the green and grumbled as they gathered around the club­ house near the end of the J-Ad Graphics Hastings Fall Classic. A brutal pin placement meant that most balls short of the hole wound up rolling backwards off the front of the green, and had golfers putting their putters back in their bags and pulling out a wedge. The hole was so tough, Hastings’ Derek Thurman twice saw his putts roll off the green and then ended up chipping in to finish the back nine. He still fin­ ished the day with an 88. Arizola’s five was a solid score on the hole Friday, and it helped him to a second place finish individually. He finished the day with a 77, one stroke behind Caledonia’s Isaac Mulvihill for indi­ vidual medallist honors. The Viking team fin­ ished one stroke ahead of Byron Center, 325 to 326, Rl ■ lfA■l <■A1'■ RMI |I■■f■*■ I1f/1 A11I II h \Y/I F Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate ■e,LTo,,'l MLS 227 N. 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(CH-113) SINGLE FAMILY OR 2 UNIT "TURN OF THE CENTURY" BRICK HOME IN NASHVILLE "FARMSTEAD” ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 st floor laundry, many new improvements, all appliances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 6c cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs & perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-117) Presently "set Up' as a 2 unit with separate meters, driveways, & entries, total of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, natural woodwork through­ out. Two blocks to stores & M-66. Occupancy at close. Call Homer. (IM-111) This Is one that you must see to appreciate!!! The Lions’ Justin McMillen tees off on the par-5 17th hole Friday afternoon at the Hastings Country Club. McMillen shot a 97, which qualified as Maple Valley’s fourth best score of the day. (Photo by Brett Bremer) only team other than Lakewood under 300 on the day, and used its 299 to take the division 2 title. Maple Valley was led SCHOOL MENUS by the dud of VanEngen and Gonser, which teamed up for the second-best scramble score in division 2, a 67. McMillen and Griswold shot an 81 as the Lions’ best ball tandem. Rusty Harris shot an 89 individually for the Lions and Barry Roscoe scored a 103. The Lions return to Michigan Southern Activities Association action this afternoon when the league heads to White Oaks Golf Course in Hillsdale for the next to last league jamboree. Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Sept 21 Chicken nuggets, potato rounds, pineapple, roll and honey, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept 22 Pizza bagel, tossed salad, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept 23 M.W. Potato Wedge. Fuller: Juice. Pancakes w/link sausage, potato wedge, applesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept 26 Cheeseburger, green beans, peaches, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept 27 Cheese break sticks, spaghettios, pineapple tidbits, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Sept 21 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, burger bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, pineapple, juice, Maple Valley senior Garrett VanEngen tries to coax a milk. putt into the cup on the ninth green Friday afternoon at Thursday, Sept. 22 Hungry Howies. Choose the J-Ad Graphics Hastings Fall Classic. The putt didn’t One - Pizza, cheeseburger, fall, but VanEngen still turned in the Lions’ second-best taco bar. Choose Two - score of the day, a 91. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Garden salad, green beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Friday, Sept 23 Choose One - Rib sand­ wich, pizza, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. Choose Two a good beginning never ends - Garden salad, potato wedge, Teresa A. Pash • P.O. Box 495 • Nashville, MI 49073 • (517) 852-9159 Children deserve our Best, and Kindermusik® is the Best Choiceforyour child. applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Sept 26 FALL SEMESTER SCHEDULE: Sept 22nd thru Jan. 19th Choose One Cheesie (Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 24th • Christmas Break: Dec 22nd - 29th) CLASS SCHEDULE: bread sticks, pizza, chicken Village Thursdays Classes Start — (newborn to 1-1/2 yrs.) 10:00 aun. SSeptember22nd !!! sandwich, salad bar. Choose "Feathers'' & "Do-Si-Do" Two - Garden salad, broccoli Our Time (1-1/2 to 3 yrs.) 11:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. "Wiggles & Giggles" and cheese, pineapple, juice, Imagine That (4 to 5 yrs.) 2:00 p.m. milk. "See What I Saw" Tuesday, Sept 27 Classes are held at Grace Community Churrh in Nashville, MI (on M79). ,s Jun,te<*to 12 children.. Each class is 45 minutes long. ,, Choose One - Ham and For Village and "Our Time" the parent attends the entire class, cheese wrap, cheeseburger, for Imagine That" the parent attends the last 15 minutes ofclass. pizza, taco bar. 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(vl-109 ar i 10 E �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 20, 2005 — Page 7 Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library The library has a supply of note cards featuring a pen and ink drawing by Jan Larkin. The drawing highlights the land marks and historical homes of Vermontville. Anyone making a donation to the parking lot fund will receive a note card (with envelope) as a thank you gift. The book discussion group will be reading “Good Grief’ by Lolly Winston to be reviewed at the October meeting. Sophie is a 36 year old widow who is denial. “How can I be a widow? I just got used to the idea of being married.” Sophia’s young widowhood forcers her to do all kinds of crazy things - drive her car through her garage door, for instance. That’s on one ofthe rare occasions when she bothers to get out of bed. The Christmas season especially terrifies her: “I must write a memo to the Minister of Happier Days requesting that the holidays be cancelled this year.” But widowhood also forces her to do something very sane. After the death of her computer programmer husband, she reexamines her life as a public rela­ tions agent in moneyobsessed Silicon Valley. Sophie decides to ease her grief, or at least her loneliness, by moving in with her best friend Ruth in Ashland, Oregon. But it’s her difficult relationship with psycho teen punker Crystal, to whom she becomes a Big Sister, that mysteriously brings her at least a few steps out of her grief. At all stops on her journey from widow to survivor, Sophie is a live­ ly, crabby, delightfully imperfect character. Ifyou would like to join the book discussion on this book please contact the library to get a copy. The knitting group will resume knitting on Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 6:30 p.m. in the library. Ifyou are interested in joining this group (all experience levels welcome) please call the library for details. New Adult Fiction: Belle Ruin, by Martha Grimes, Perfect Nightmare, by John Saul; Fiddlers: A Novel of the 87 th Precinct, by Ed McBain; High Druid of Shannara Volume 3: Straken, by Terry Brooks; The House of Amalfi, by Elizabeth Adler; Vanish by Tess Gerritsen; Tyrannosaur Canyon, by Douglas Preston; Fluke: Or, I Know Why the Winged Whale Sings, by Christopher Moore, Enchanted Inc., by Shanna Swendson; Hot Fudge Sundae Blues, by Bev Marshall; Point Blank: An FBI Thriller, by Catherine Coulter; Without Mercy, by Jack Higgins; Straight Into Darkness, by Faye Kellerman book one ofthe McKettrick cowboys series, High Country Bride Lae by Linda Miller; Polar Shift, by Clive Cussler; Outlanders: Successors, by James Axler; Death Lands: Vengeance Trail, by James Axler; Tell No One, by Harlan Coben; Vertical Coffin, by Stephan J. Cannell; The Dogs of Babel, by Carolyn Ain’t No Parkhurst; by Sharon Mountain, Ewell Foster; Welcome to Fred, by Brad Whittington; The Winter Pearl, by Molly Nobel Bull; Sister Chicks on the Loosel, and Sister Chicks do the Hula!, by Robin Jones Gunn; The Surrogate, by Kathryn Mackel; The Town, by Bentley Little; Grace at Low Tide, by Beth Webb Hart; Flabbergasted, by Ray Blackston; The Million Dollar Mysteries Volume 4: A Quarter for a Kiss, and Volume 5, A Dime a Dozen, by Mindy Stams Clark. Adult Non-Fiction: Sisters’ The Salvage Guide to finding Style in the Street and Inspiration in the Attic, by Kathleen Hackett and Mary Ann Young; Running with Scissors, by Augusten Burroughs. New Junior Fiction: Book 3 in the Fear Street Nights series Darkest Dawn by R. L. Stine; Guardians of Ga’Hoole: Book One: The Capture, Book Two: The Journey, Book Three: The Rescue, Book Five: The Shattering, Book Six: The Burning, by Kathryn Lasky; Dragon Lance: The New Adventures, Volume 2: The Dying Kingdom, by Stephen D. Sullivan, Volume 3: The Dragon Well, by Dan Willis, Volume 4: Return of the Sorceress, by Tim Waggoner, Volume 5: Dragon Sword, by Ree Soesbee, Eldest, by Christopher Paolini; Kate’s Choice, by Louisa May Alcott. New DVD’s: Monsterin-law (PG-13). ADOPT, continued from page 4 emergency supplies to the area. Due to previously scheduled commitments, Sheriff Raines was not able to travel South with his deputies at that time. So, he’s offered to assist his road patrol officers in their daily duties, which will allow more deputies from his office to travel South to provide critical support services through the Emergency Management Association Compact (EMAC). Eaton County public safety and law enforcement efforts enforcement profession­ remain the top priority of als, we’re glad to offer our Sheriff Raines and his services and support, if at team of law enforcement all possible, whenever professionals, as does possible.” To help, send a check, their continued support for to: NSA all citizens, fellow law payable enforcement officers and Educational Foundation. Homeland Security Please note on the check memo, “For NSA AdoptOfficials. “Rest assured,” Sheriff A-Cop Fund.” Checks Raines says, “The Eaton may be sent to the Sherifffs County Sheriff’s Office Michigan stands ready to further Association, Attn: Adoptserve and protect those in A-Cop Family Program, need, with my full support 515 N. Capitol Ave., and commitment. As Lansing, Michigan 48933. and Americans law Assistant Director of Transportation for Maple Valley Schools Terry Woodman, talks to Toddler Time participants Juliann Meeker, Lindsay Meeker, Kyle Knoll, Judy Scott, Erin Derusha, Jade Scott, Bruce Wilson, Marisa Derusha and Aiden Derusha. Commission banuCounlu on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Sept 21 Polish sausage, augratin potatoes, sauerkraut, spiced apples, dinner roll. Thursday, Sept 22 Turkey ala king, rice, California blend, yellow squash, sweet treat. Friday, Sept 23 Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, peaches, wheat bread. Monday, Sept 26 Ham w/fruit sauce, whipped sweet potatoes, green beans, dinner roll. Tuesday, Sept 27 Chicken fettuccini, peas, stewed tomatoes, apricots. Toddler Time takes the bus Last week youngsters partici­ pating in Toddler Time had the opportunity to ride a real school bus. Assistant Director of Transportation and Operations Terry Woodman arrived Sept. 15 with Maple Valley School bus OOB. She taught the children bus safety, showed them the big engine , under the hood and then took everyone for a ride around the block. Toddler Time is held at 11 a.m. every Thursday at the Vermontville Public Library, and typically runs 40 minutes. The program is run entirely by volunteers of Eaton Intermediate School District, and focuses on pre-literacy, school preparedness and just RESERVATIONS FOR RARRY COUNTY FOSTER PARENTING CLASSES... t Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Sept 21 Ground bologna, marinat­ ed vegetables, mandarin oranges, whole wheat bread. Thursday, Sept 22 Chicken salad, potato salad, fruited jello, muffin. Friday, Sept 23 California reuben spread, sweet and sour carrots, pears, rye bread. Monday, Sept 26 Cheese cubes, pea and peanut salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. Tuesday, Sept. 27 Italian pasta salad, marinated carrots, tropical fruit. Events Wednesday, Sept. 21 Music with Hastings Charlie, Nails, Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 22 Hastings - Morehouse Kids, Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.11:30 a.m., Electric Wheelchairs 11 a.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, Sept. 23 - Hastings - Bingo, Oil Painting. Woodland Visiting. Nashville - Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 26 - Hastings - Music with Sam, Card Making 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Beading 5 p.m. Delton bingo. H,W,N, Reminiscence Tuesday, Sept. 27 Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Beginning Line Dancing; Red Hat-Herb Farm; Haircuts, 10:20 a.m.-2 p.m. plain old fun. Toddler Time activities typi­ cally consist of story time, danc­ ing, singing, ABCs, 123s, a craft project and occasionally unique guest speakers. The program is specifically geared for children ages 0-5, but children ofall ages are welcome. Toddler Time themes for September are as follows: • Sept. 22,"Pocket Pets" fea­ turing guest speaker Larissa Tolan, owner of Critters pet store in Hastings, and her pock­ et pets. • Sept. 29,“Yoko the Cat” will be visiting. Yoko is the fea­ tured character of a series of children’s books by author Rosemary Wells. ...are being taken now for a Hastings class * that will be offered in January on ®\Saturdays, as well as a current Thursday l| evening c,ass in Nashville. Barry County needs homes for sibling groups and placement for even one teen. To inquire about class reservations, or to request a no-cost information packet about foster parenting, email mueller-hayesj@michigan.gov or phone (517) 543-5844. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, September 20,2005 — Page 8 Bowdens grand marshals for Homecoming Parade ways for Nashville and the church and kicked up one Bellevue MI caught their ofthe flowers planted there," attention even before they recalls Bowden. "I went over learned of Dianne’s appoint­ to talk to the principal, who was Tate Mix. At first he was ment. "I was still in seminary out apologetic about what had east and Jeff was driving me happened; but I said, ‘I’m back and forth to school here as a representative of when we saw the signs, so the faith community to talk when they called me during to you as a representative of my last semester at seminary the academic community to and told me I was being see how we can work togeth­ appointed to Nashville er to see that these kids are Michigan, I said, ‘You’ve accepted by the community,’ and we sat down and talked.". got to be kidding!’" The Bowdens, busy with During their conversation, her studies, his job at Mix mentioned that many of Zondervan Publishing in the students at his school Grand Rapids and their lay didn’t have a place to go ministries in Muskegon, had home to a place where they never actually stopped in to could get regular meals see Nashville,! so when they because there was no lunch learned of Dianne’s appoint­ program at the school. Not long afterward, the ment, Jeff went on a recon­ Maple Valley Band Boosters naissance mission. "He came into town in our were at the church preparing red Suburban and drove subs for their annual sale. around taking pictures and The leftover bread, lunch­ video of the church and the meats and cheeses were town and sent them to me at donated to the church in the seminary on the thanks for letting them use Internet," said Dianne. "It their facility. "We served subs at the was just after 9-11 and I was in New Jersey, busy working church on Sunday but we with children and teachers still had a lot of leftovers, I who were traumatized by the looked over at Joan Keech event; so those pictures and and I said, ‘Do you know video were my introduction what I’m thinking?’ and she said, ‘I know, I was thinking to Nashville." In November, Dianne the same thing too,’ and that came to Nashville and was Wednesday, and every introduced to the congrega­ Wednesday since, we have tion and even though they provided a lunch for the stu­ wanted her to start in dents at Kellogg School dur­ December, they had to wait ing the school year," said until January so she could Bowden. take her final exams. The lunch program is what "It was good appointment. led to the Fresh Food Nashville is about 10 min­ Initiative coming to utes closer to Jeff’s work Nashville, which in turn led than Muskegon, we were to the formation ofthe Maple able to move his mother, Valley Pantry Shelf and the who was in a nursing home in Muskegon, to Tendercare in Hastings and it has allowed me to use my gifts and graces in a community that will allow them to be used." Over the years, in other communities the Bowdens Everyone in Nashville and have been actively involved the surrounding area is invit­ in youth ministries. "One of greatest loves is ed to attend the methamphet­ kids, their creativity,. their amine awareness seminar, zest for life; it’s something sponsored by the Nashville we try to foster and support," Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram. said Dianne. The informational event is Little wonder one of the first outreach programs start­ slated for 7 p.m. Tuesday, 20 at Mulberry ed by the Nashville United Sept. in Nashville. Methodist Church after Gardens Bowden’s arrival focused on Representatives from the Nashville Police kids. the Barry "A student from Kellogg Department, Sheriff’s School (Maple Valley County Alternative Education) was Department, Barry County sitting on the front steps of Substance Abuse program and the Forgotten Man Ministry will give presenta­ tions and be on hand to answer questions from the Vermontville, MI public. CANOPY SALES & RENTALS "We want to educate peo­ ple about the epidemic of methamphetamine use that is growing problem in the county that we all need to be aware of," said Nashville Police Officer Jerry Schray, who heads up the village’s Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, Neighborhood Watch pro­ 16x16, 20x20,20x30 canopies. gram. "People need to be Self Services: You pick it up & return it. aware of not only the signs and symptoms of meth use Full Services: We set it up & take it down. but also what ingredients and Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes materials are used to make Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 meth and what it smells like. We want people to know by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Since they arrived in Nashville just over three and half years ago, Jeff and Pastor Dianne Bowden ofthe Nashville United Methodist Church, have made a posi­ tive impact in their new sur­ roundings by encouraging others to use their gifts and talents for benefit of the community. For their many efforts, they have been selected as this year’s homecoming parade grand marshals Friday night. The Bowdens have helped establish the Maple Valley Food Pantry and the Maple Valley Center of Hope (MVCCOH) and other pro­ grams. "Dianne Bowden is a model of someone who plants seeds and watches them grow; that is just one of the reason we chose her," said a high school leadership student. High School leadership teacher Norma Jean Acker agrees. "Maple Valley leadership students have been involved with the Community Center of Hope since it opened, working at the food pantry and on other projects. It is evident that Dianne Bowden represents the true spirit of community. It has made her a perfect choice for this year’s grand marshal." "It was quite a surprise, a privilege and an honor to be selected as grand marshals," said Bowden who insists that everything she has done as a pastor and executive director of the MVCCOH has been a joint effort with her husband. "We really are a team; we have been ever since we were married 38 years ago and ministry is really a fami­ ly affair," she said. Over the years, the couple have been involved in a vari­ ety of lay ministries, before coming’ to Nashville in January 2002, when Dianne, or Pastor Di as she is gener­ ally known, was appointed to the pulpit of Nashville United Methodist Church. "I was told that I was com­ ing to a quiet little church in a quiet little town, and my congregation likes to remind me that it was before I got here," said Bowden. The Bowdens are original­ ly from Nashville, Tenn., and raised their children in the suburb of Bellevue, so the signs on Michigan high- Stonehill Farm MVCCOH. "Initially Joan and I were paying for the lunches and then we went to the Food Bank of South Central Michigan in Battle Creek to see about getting some help," said Dianne. "They said they had been looking for a distri­ bution site in Barry County and I said, ‘Come on up!’ "During that first summer, Russ Keech said, ‘the com and cabbage and other veg­ etables are great, but these kids need cereal, too, and it’s not just summer that people are hungry,’" said Bowden, who added, "We sort of waded in. Then we dove in. As our opportunities expand­ ed we responded and soon we wanted to move the com­ munity center and the pantry shelf downtown so it would­ n’t be associated with one denomination. We wanted it to become a community project and we wanted to expand the programs so that it would become more than just a place to distribute food.” Bowden said she was overjoyed when people, businesses and other organi­ zations came forward to sup­ port the fledgling communi­ ty center. "I don’t want people to think I did this all myself, because I didn’t," she said. "My job is to empower peo­ ple to use their gifts and graces and help others." Bowden likens her job to putting together a jigsaw puzzle. "I’m working a puzzle all the time. All the pieces are there; I just have to put them in the right place. Everybody Dianne and Jeff Bowden have been selected as the grand marshals of the Maple Valley High School Homecoming Parade. Bowden said she was has a piece to the puzzle, but sometimes we don’t know excited to be asked to be a which table to go to with our part of the Assets Team at piece," she said. "If you just the high school. "There has been a study look at the big picture it can be overwhelming, you have which identified over 40 to break things down into assets that every community smaller, manageable pieces. should have, and the more This is a grassroots effort; assets a community it has, everyone has a piece and the more opportunity the every piece is necessary to children have to develop and complete that big picture." grow and have a better From the Kellogg School chance for success in life," lunch program came: the she said. Fresh Food Initiative, the One of the assets identi­ Maple Valley Community fied was an opportunity for Pantry Shelf, the MVCCOH young people to be involved and it’s programs: the emer­ in their community. gency pantry, the Clothing "That’s why we’ve given Closet, the Nashville students a seat on the board Neighborhood Watch pro­ of directors for the commu­ gram, and the Great Way to nity center," said Bowden. Start the Day program, "If a child feels a part of his which is slated to resume in community, is given the October or November. The opportunity to help others, what to look for." Liz Lenz, from Barry MVCCOH is also working and a chance to succeed, it County Substance Abuse, with the Michigan Works also helps him or her to see will speak about the signs program to establish an beyond themselves." Bowden encourages peo­ and symptoms of metham­ office at the center, the Independence ple, young and old alike, to phetamine use. Chaplain Bill Family Mendendorff, who heads the Agency, the Michigan State get involved and try new Cooperative things. Forgotten Man Ministry at University "Don’t be afraid to fail. If the Barry County Jail will Extension Service, local 4-H speak about what metham­ and Girl Scout troops, something doesn’t work, phetamine use costs the pub­ General Motors and the admit it and move on to lic and will bring along a United Auto Workers Union something else," she said. recovering methampheta­ and the high school’s Assets "Fear of failure prevents a lot Team to create other pro­ of kids, and adults, from try­ mine addict to tell his story. Representatives from the- grams that will benefit the ing things. "Jonas Salk failed 200 Sheriff’s Department and the entire community. "We’re just a coordinating times before he created the Nashville Police Department will talk about the materials agency for a lot of what is vaccine, but he said, ‘I didn’t and ingredients used in the going on in the community," fail. I now know 200 ways manufacture of methamphet­ said Bowden. "There is not to make a vaccine,’" said amine and how to identify a strength in numbers and Bowden. "The only bad mis­ together we can do so much take is one you don’t learn possible lab. "Methamphetamine eampeamne iss a more than if we try to do See BOWDEN, page 11 big problem right now and things individually. people can come and learn what to look for and what to BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS do, we can all work together to help alleviate this prob­ lem," said Dianne Bowden, executive director of the auto service, inc. Maple Valley Community Center of Hope which was responsible for helping establish the Neighborhood Jeff Dobbin, Owner Watch program in Nashville. " ASE Master Technician This promises to be a very § 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. informative session. Meth awareness seminar is tonight JEFF DOBBIN’S 269-945-0191 | Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 20,2005 — Page 9 County master plan rejected Castleton Twp. approves IDD fate ® Ttehiliiig naidtetejii 9^ PWteltetilte r UmptB by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Castleton Township Board unani­ mously agreed to establish an Industrial Development District (IDD) on 19-acre parcel of land owned by Scot Feighner on the north side of West M-79 across the road from the current location of his business, Feighner Boat Lifts and Docks, which he plans to expand. Prior to the board’s vote, Dixie StadelManshum, director of the Barry County Economic Alliance; Ron Moffit, regional manager for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Kathleen White, from the Michigan Economic Development Committee, were on hand to answer questions from the board and members of the audi­ ence about establishment of an IDD. In answer to questions from the audience, White and Moffit explained that an IDD allows a business owner to apply for a 50% tax abatement from the State of Michigan for up to 12 years. The tax abate­ ment program was created by the state as an incentive for new or expanding businesses. They also stated that the tax abatement would not affect local revenues, because the abatement only applies.to taxes on new business, expansions and improvements to property. "The 50% abatement is only on new investments, so the community is never asked to give up existing tax base. It is only on the new tax base that they may be competing with other units of government on, said Moffit, who added that the abatement could be negotiated by the business and the commu­ nity for a term of no less than one year and no more than 12. Don Wiggins, a mem­ ber of the audience, said he had heard a report that indicated the problem with tax abatements is that there are no government programs in place to determine, at the end of the abatement, whether or not there has been a bene­ fit to the community. He asked if the State of Michigan had a program in place to determine the benefit. White said that the state didn’t have programs in place to determine the benefit of tax abatements in a community at the end of the abatement period. She also noted that in today’s economy there are no guarantees that a new or expanding business kWM ijarastta ■t® item illfe Wtra i Itait lift JRhim r ateiuikd dMilte irn'ite TiitabiijKh or lit jjnta ■ life iho^dtk11 JSi 18beyoodtasK Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb urs 5gotta: 11®!5- 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. 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"That gives the commu­ nity some ability to ensure that that company is actu­ ally going to live up to the commitment it made to invest, create jobs and stay within that communi­ ty long-term," said Moffit. He also noted that the state was using a program developed by the University of Michigan to track the economic bene­ fits of large multi-million dollar projects to deter­ mine their long-term eco­ nomic impact based on jobs created and so forth. There were more ques­ tions and comments before the vote was taken on the resolution to estab­ lish the IDD during which it was clarified that the resolution was merely to establish the IDD and not to set terms for the tax abatement agreement. After the vote, Feighner said he was pleased with the board’s decision and planned to work with Barry County Economic Development to pursue the tax abatement agree­ ment. "I’m not sure what the next step is, this is all new to me, put I intend to do whatever I have to do next to expand my business,’ he said. Feighner plans include moving his business across the road to a new approximately 11,000 square foot facility he hopes to build which he says will, "blend with the rural character ofthe area" and will allow him to house his entire business under one roof, including the storage of materials which are stored outside his current facility. In other business Wednesday night, the board adopted a resolution rejecting the proposed Barry County Master Plan, which would zone nearly the entire township as agricultural, a move which local farmers have said they feel would limit their property develop­ ment rights and decrease This building is similar to the one Scott Feighner plans to build on the 19-acre site on West M-79, when he moves and expands his boat lift and dock manufacturing facility, Feighner Boat Lift and Docks LLC located on M-79 west of Nashville. property values. The reso­ lution recommended that instead of agricultural, the area in question should be zoned country residential. "We had a meeting here a short time ago and we had some very unhappy agricultural property own­ ers. The master plan would put Woodland, Maple Grove and Castleton townships strictly agricultural, which would do away with any chance of them getting development rights," said Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Cooley before the vote. Fifth District County Commissioner Mike Callton, who represents Castleton Township and was present at the meet­ ing, said that he would make sure Barry County Board of Commissioners and the Zoning Administrator would get a copy of the resolution. "The commissioners are already feeling the heat on this,” Callton said. “There getting lots of calls and lots of letters. Since, I’ve been commissioner, this is See CASTLETON, page 11 GET $800 OFF John Deere X585 Special Edition NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE™ JOHN DEERE'S LAST CALL FOR FALL NO PAYMENTS UNTIL APRIL 2006.” For two full years on ZERO INTEREST1 Compact Utility Tractors. Payments as low as $69 a LOW MONTHLY PAYMENTS’ month on select Buck™ ATVs. Buck EX 4x4 New 2305 Tractor Visit Your Gold Star Certified John Deere Dealer Today! CERTIFIED GOLD STAR DEALER www.JohnDeere.com Fillmore HOURS: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 7:00- 5:00 EQUIPMENT, INC. Thursday 7:00*6:00 2900 N. 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This year, 11 graduates, plus their spouses, friends and other former classmates gathered in the park in the village square in Vermontville for their 55th reunion. “There were 22 of us who graduated and we’ve gotten together every year since,” said Joan Winegar, whose husband, Homer, was a member of the Class of 1950. “The Class of 1951 was so small, I think there were 14 of us, and a lot of us married 1950 graduates that the Class of ‘51 has always been included in the reunion as well. “Every year we also invite the people who started with our class but didn’t graduate with us,” said Marlene Smith. The class always invites their old teachers to attend, though there aren’t many left any more. Marlene Smith estimated that there was a total of 37 people in attendance at this year’s union, “That’s now too bad for such a small class,” she said. “We used to invite Miss Jennie Boyd. She was our class advisor all through high school; she was very special to several graduating class­ es,” said Joan Winegar. The Class of 1950 used to travel around the state and the graduates enjoy sharing country when they took turns each and every year. The Winegars, who had holding reunions at their homes. However, for the last moved to Coopersville for ten years, all reunions have awhile, remember watching been held in the park in the the consolidation vote that village square of joined Vermontville and Nashville schools to form the Vermontville. “It’s beautiful because we Maple valley School District all just bring our lawn chairs in the early 1960s. “We were moving back to and we sit and talk,” said Joan Winegar. “A lot our old the area and our son, I think school mates, who graduated he was going into the eighth in different years will see us grade, went to Maple there in the park and come Valley,” said Joan Winegar. and join us. Some have “It used to be everyone mar­ asked to let us know when ried within their school, but we’re having our next get- all our boys married together so we send them a Nashville girls.” notice every year too. It was “We have a real good time such a small school and just reminiscing and it seems everybody knew everybody like every year someone else.” thinks of or remembers Marlene Smith agreed that something that the rest of us the park is perfect spot for had forgotten,” said Marlene the reunion because so many Smith. people drop in to join them. Besides their annual get Plus, that is where many stu­ get-together, the Class of dents used to go for lunch 1950 also has a special din­ when the weather was nice. ner in a restaurant every five “The school was only years. This year Marlene three blocks away from Smith is arranging for the downtown and there used to grads to meet Oct. 23 at be restaurants and a drug store,” said said Homer. “Sometimes we’d walk downtown and get a ham­ burger or get ice cream or candy at the drug store.” Homer Winegar also remembers the old country schools that everyone attend­ ed before going to high school in Vermontville. “We all came from differ­ ent country schools. I went to Patterson Country School north of town.” Its reminiscences like that This is the senior class photo for the Vermontville Rural Agricultural School for 1950. The class recently held their 55th class reunion. Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 There's never been a better TIME to get an ARMSTRONG FURNACE. Pre-Season Furnace Inspection & Tune-Up as well as Complete Duct Cleaning Call today for an appointment! FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Free Estimates Members of Vermontville Rural agricultural School Class of 1950 gather for a photo in Vermontville’s village square during their 55th class reunion which was held on the last Sunday in July. Pictured are: (front row, from left) Marlene (Bulling) Smith, Joan (Bennett) Hanson, Lola (Shaw) Fritz, Carolyn (rounds) Bowen and Richard Wilbur, (second row) Richard Lamie, Homer Winegar, Jack Cranson, Lloyd Wolever, Charlie Wright and Jim Faust. Schuler’s in Marshall. “We always try to do something fun,” said Joan Winegar. “This year I think we are having door prizes and a white elephant drawing,” added Homer Winegar. On a more serious note, the class always remembers their classmate Neil Joppie, who died in the Korean War shortly after graduation with a special rose at all of their dinners. Graduates of the class of 1950, nine of whom are now deceased, are Jack Cranston, Joan Bennett, Richard Algate, Marlene Bullins, Elaine Hummel, Neil Joppie, Della Briggs, Charles Wright, Carolyn Rounds, Homer Winegar, Hope Wilcox, Lola Shaw, Delores Thompson, Virginia LaFleur, Richard Wilbur, Lois Trowbridge, Richard Lamie, Barbara Stephenson, Joan Shaw, Leroy Mix, Lois Iler and Lloyd Wolever. “We always have our pic­ nic in the park on the last Sunday in July and anyone who wants to join us is more than welcome,” said Marlene Smith. THE TRAFFIC SCENE I We go the extra mile so you don’t have to! Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 < cMm educates {w itadeHfa 14 qwtA, 2 mwtliA <n aU&t Segment I Class Segment II Class Oct. 24-Nov. 10,2005 Nov.28-Dec. 15,2005 Oct. 4-6,2005 Nov. 21-23,2005 Lake Odessa Nashville To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith L �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 20,2005 — Page 11 CASTLETON, continued from page 9the biggest single issue I have seen. I’ve had issues where I’ve had one or two people call me, usually unhappy, but this one I think I’ve had feedback from at least 75 people and I’m not the only commissioner getting feed­back. This is a big issue." In other business the board: • Amended the budget by transferring $2,500 from the general fund to the line item for legal fees by a 4-1 vote, with trustee Dave DeMond casting the dissenting vote. By a unanimous vote, the board transferred $10,000 from the General Fund to the Township Improvement Fund to cover a payment to the Barry County Road Commission for $45,000 for improvements in the township. • Approved payment of bills for the month of September totaling $13,333.08 by a 4-1 vote with DeMond casting the dissenting vote. During a discussion of the bills prior to the vote DeMond questioned why the bill for legal fees totaling $1,231 was paid prior to board approval. Clerk Lorna Wilson replied that it was done to avoid late fees since the township’s regular meeting had been postponed this month. DeMond also questioned why the township incurred legal fees as the result of Freedom of road that afternoon. Cooley said he would check into the matter since the township had not authorized a second appli­ cation. • Heard comments from Wiggins during the public comment portion of the meeting. Wiggins questioned the board’s claim of attorney-client privilege in sending him redacted copies of documents and legal bills he had requested through FOIA requests. He also questioned the minutes of the Ambulance Board meeting presented by Wilson earlier in the meeting, stating that he thought it should have included mention of the EMS board’s discussion of its legal settlement with two former employees. Cooley responded that the law requires only action items be included in the minutes of a public meeting. Wiggins also questioned the way in which the board prepared its annual budget this year, stating that the proposed budget was not available for public review six days prior to the public hearing held before it was adopted. Reese replied that there are a lot of technicalities involved in the adoption of a budget and "it’s hard to stay on top of them all. However, he went on to state that since the board had been made aware of Information Act (FOIA) the requirement, it would requests. Wilson replied take steps to ensure there that it was due to the tech- were no "omission errors errors" nicality ofthe requests and in the future. said that the issue would • Heard a complaint be discussed in closed ses- from a township resident sion with the townships that said she was being attorney later in the meet­ billed for overdue taxes on a land split, even though ing. • Tabled discussions of she has kept current on the hiring a new office clean- taxes due for her eighting person and hardship acre parcel. Reese, a realtor, said he exemptions on property licensed l would look into the matter taxes. • Discussed the need for and help her resolve the a second application of issue. chloride on township • Discussed the person­ roads. Trustee Jerry Reese nel issues facing the stated that he felt a second Castleton-Maple Groveapplication would be Nashville Fire Board. futile, given the abnormal­ DeMond said he was ly dry weather in this area impressed that the board of the state, "I’m not sure was trying to take action how much we would ben­ to prevent a similar situation from occurring in the efit at this time," he said. An audience member future by creating job said that she had already descriptions and seeking seen a‘ county truck to hire a professional man­ spreading chloride on her ager. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 The cast and crew from Maple Valley High School’s production of “Father Knows Best” take a break from their busy rehearsal schedule to pose for a cast photo. Missing from photo are Sara Pash and Chelsea Shoemaker. Father Knows Best’ play cast and crew announced Auditions for Maple Valley High School’s pro­ duction of “Father Knows Best” yielded an embarrassment of riches for director Norma Jean Acker, who recently announced the cast list for the play, which is slated for 7 p.m. performanc­ es Oct. 13 -15 with a 3 p.m. matinee Oct. 15. “I had lots of talented kids and I wanted my four-year seniors to have parts,” said Acker, who said she double cast many of the lead roles. Father Knows Best, adapt­ ed by Kristin Sergei from the program by Edward James, is based on the 1950s radio program and television show, which starred Robert Young, Jane Wyatt, Eleanor Donahue, Billy Gray and Lauren Chapin. "It is just a great time for us to look back at what seemed like a time when life was simpler,” said Acker, who reports, “We are already progressing nicely with rehearsals.” The cast and crew of Maple Valley’s version of "Father Knows Best:" Jim Anderson, David Benedict and Garret VanEngen; Margaret Anderson, Briana BromleyFerrier and Kelsey West; Betty, Meghan Gaber and Tarah Yenger; Kathy, Amanda Kirchhoff and Sara Pash; Bud, Chris Caldwell; Janie, Chelsea Shoemaker; Ramona, Janelie Farnum; Patty, Kathleen Welch and Jorden Hewlett; repairman John Smith Ralph, Kyle Pash; Mr. Brinkworth, Justin Suntken; Officer Johnson, Christopher Earl; Bud’s friend, Alexander Culhane Perkins; Trisha Carney, a voice, Matt Schlehuber; Mrs. Wembley, Amber Wells; Mrs. Jones, Sarah Williams; Mrs. Woolsey, Tiffani Miller. Student direc­ tor, Meagan VanEngen; understudy, Rachel Mater. (Performance days and pairings will be determined at a later date.) BOWDEN, continued from page 8 from. "When you give young people the opportunity to develop and grow and help their community, you also bolster their self-esteem and them additional give resources that they can use as an adult," she added. "A lot of the experience that I draw on here comes from things I learned as a teen in other set­ tings." Bowden also draws on a lot of experiences she had as an adult, the process of learning and growing never ends. After being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) 1979, Bowden got in involved in The Mile of Silver fund-raiser for the MS Foundation in Nashville TN. "The goal was to raise a mile ofquarters which would equal $16,000.1 got the local schools involved by estab­ lishing a contest where each school vied to raise enough money equal to enough quar­ ters to go the length of a football field, which would total $1,800. Bowden was pleased when fund-raiser was accepted as an official MS Foundation fundraiser. Years ago as a non-traditional student herself, Bowden did an impact study on adults going back to school and wrote a thesis about her findings. As a result of that paper, the pres­ ident of the university gave Bowden free rein to create a center to serve the needs of non-traditional adult stu­ dents. Initially staffed with volunteers and supported by money donated by students for cups of coffee always available in the office, the center is now an in vital part to a make a difference, espe- looking for new ideas and of the university and one of cially young people," said volunteers to serve the com­ its fastest growing programs. Bowden. "The Maple Valley munity. Later, living in Muskegon, Community Center of Hope "It is my job to equip and Bowden used her experience is a coordinating place. If empower others so they can in organizing volunteers at someone sees a need, we will move in and take over and do the university to save a put the word out and find what need to be done without floundering community cen­ people who are willing to me," she said, "The legacy I ter, Mission for Area People step forward and help. A lot want to leave in this commu­ (MAP), which was slated to of times people don’t know nity is people who see a need be closed due to more than how to go about getting and then step forward to $100,000 in debts. involved and how their gifts help. One ofmy gifts oflead­ "They said they were and talents can be used, we ership is to help people see going to close their doors can help them." what they are able to do and because they didn’t have Bowden says that she and then step out of the way and money to pay their employ­ the MVCCOH is always let them do it." ees. I asked if they had ever tried working with volun­ teers and I told them if they were willing to work with my limitations (Bowden was experiencing a lot of physi­ cal difficulties due to her MS), I would be glad to come in as a volunteer and help them pay offtheir debt." Hundreds of volunteers, and thousands of hours of work later, MAP was out of debt and once again operat­ ing in the black. For her efforts before coming to Nashville MI, Bowden has been honored as the Bellevue Citizen of the Year, the Nashville (TN) Disabled Citizen ofthe Year, and the MS Foundation’s ona Southeastern Jurisdiction o Mother of the Year. But she says being selected as the Contact David Lane, Grand Marshal of Maple Woodland Office Manager, Valley High School’s Homecoming Parade is at (269) 367-4911 "right up there with them," as 115 S. Main St., Woodland, Ml 48897 a source ofpersonal pride for her. 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Young Editor Lakewood cross-coun­ try coach Jim Hassett said he was pleased with tak­ ing fourth in the and girls’ competition Monday afternoon in the Yankee Spring Invitational meet. And new coach Jamie Dixon was happy about Hastings taking sixth in the boys’ race. So how can a coach be happy about placing fourth? Or sixth? Just look at the brutal quality of the competition and look at a little recent history. Hassett told several of Kellogg with 122, Allegan 166, Plainwell 228 and Hastings 239. Byron Center had only four run­ ners and did not register a team score. Capping off a big day for the Fighting Scots was a surprisingly easy first place boys’ team finish with 59 points, with Lowell finishing second with 107, Lakewood third with 108, South Christian fourth with 109, Byron Center fifth with 110, sur­ prising Hastings was sixth with 112, followed by Wayland 149, Middleville 158, Plainwell 205 and wasn’t all alone as usual. Burgess crossed the finish line 13 seconds later and Winchester checked in with a time of 19:11.7. Stepping up to chal­ lenge this elite group were two Caledonia runners, Andrea Schedlbauer and Kendra Ross, who took fourth and fifth, respec­ tively, in 19:24.5 and 19:49.1. Fellow Fighting Scot Stephanie Rossman was 10th across the finish line, Kendal Grant was 15th and Madisson Zych 49th. The Lakewood girls were led by Dana Nichols’ 14th-place finish in 20:57. She was followed by Vikings Jessika Blackport, 20th in 21:30; Ashley Pifer, 21st in 21: 37; Sadie Catt, 29th in 22: 18 and Brittany Raffler, 35th in 22:31. Supporting Winchester’s performance for Middleville were Trojan teammates Chaney Robinson, 16th in 21:29, Emma Ordway, 31st in 22:28; Melanie Truer, 32nd in 22:29; and Kersta Gustafson, 62nd in 23:54. Tiffany Edwards was by far Hastings’ best run­ ner of the day with a time of 21:50, good for 23rd. The other Saxon scorers were Kayleigh DelCotto, Alyssa Case, Molly Smith and Alyssa Thornton. Caledonia’s Luke Taylor came up big for the Scots by taking individual medalist honors with the only sub 17-minute fivekilometer run during the 90-degree heat and Maple Valley’s Kaleb Root cruises along the lake humidity. He finished in shore Monday afternoon at the Yankee Springs 16: 58.3. Hastings, the perennial Invitational. Root was the 57th runner across the finish O-K Gold cross country line in the Division 3 boys’ race. doormat for the past sev­ his colleagues he believes Allegan 315. eral years, ran past two three of the best Division Putting on the most vis- league rivals Monday and II girls’ teams in the state ible show of the day were nearly caught up with showed up Monday at the the top three individual Byron Center. Dixon’s Yankee Springs State girl runners, Wayland’s rejuvenated group astonPark. The three who fin­ Jessica Armstrong, Lori ishingly was only five ished ahead of his Viking Burgess of South points away from the run­ girls, South Christian, Christian and Rebecca ner-up slot. of Wayland and Caledonia, Winchester Middleville coach are from the O-K Gold Middleville. All three are Tammy Benjamin , who Conference and they excellent bets to finish has guided three state swept the top three places among the top 10 in the champion teams, paid in that order. South state championship meet attention. Christian scored 60 team in Brooklyn in November. “Jamie’s really done an points, four fewer than Armstrong, the state outstanding job already runner-up Wayland and champion in the 1600- with those kids,” she said. Caledonia checked in meter and 3200-meter Serving notice to area third with 73. Lakewood’s runs last spring, put on harriers that he means 110 was good for fourth, another blistering per- business as a contender followed by Lowell with formance, winning in was Saxon Addison 120, host Thornapple 18:50.6, but this time she Singleterry, who finished 11th in 17:58.7. Two Middleville harri­ ers, sophomore Keith Winchester and Ethan Fuller, both raced well and were among the top 10 individuals. The Village of Vermontville will be accepting bids Winchester was third in for the demolition of the building at 171 South 17: 36.9 and Fuller took Main. Bids must be received by Tuesday, September 27 at 1 p.m. Specs available at the seventh in 17:51.6. Village office 726-1429 or the garage 726-1444. Mike Forman led Lakewood by placing Vermontville Village Council_________ 06615662 ATTENTION CONTRACTORS: The Lions’ Erin Shoemaker cruises around the course at Monday’s Yankee Springs Invitational. She finished 15th overall out of 60 runners in the Division 3 girls’ race. eighth in 17:53.1 and teammate Jesse Schrock was right behind him in ninth at 17:55.4. Mike Pifer was in 20th place in 18:18, Jason Sterkenburg in 34th in 18:47 and Tim DeJong in 37th place with a time of 18:57. The supporting cast for Caledonia took 12th, 14th, 15th and 17th places with Alex TenElshof, Justin Kucharczyk, Brian Wilder and Nick Cramer, all of whom were over the 18:00 mark, but by less than 10 seconds. Their respective times were 18:00.7, 18:05.5, 18:06.5 18:06.5 and 18:08.5. Backing up Singleterry for Hastings, perhaps the most improved cross­ country outfit in West Michigan, other than Caledonia, was Jesse Ellwood 16th in 18:07, Ryan Bosma 18 th in 18:09, Alexander Kimble 27th in 18:26 and Rusty Burgdorf 40th in 19:07. In the smaller division race for boys, Maple Valley’s Mike Hall crossed the finish line first in 17:37.8, about 10 sec­ onds ahead of the runnerup. However, the Lions had to settle for sixth place among the nine teams with 162 points. West Catholic won it with 46 team points, Saranac was second with 57, followed by Comstock Park with 73, Northpointe Christian 107, Delton 141, Maple Valley, Freedom Baptist with 179, Wyoming Park 223 and Wyoming Rogers 228. Dan Roberts was Delton’s top individual performer, placing fifth in 18:00.6. Colten Porter was 18th in 20:06, Michael DeWaters 27th in 20: 34, Josh Marzic 59th in 22:18 and Jeremy Clark 74th in 23:44. Zeke Wieland was next behind Hall for Maple Valley, taking 37th in 21: 08, Daniel Benedict 42nd in 21:24, Kaleb Root 56th in 22:08 and Adam Cook 71st in 23:30. For the girls, Marissa Ingle of Delton was run­ ner-up to Comstock Park whiz Jazmine Ford and the Panther girls finished second as a team to Northpointe Christian. Ingle checked in with a time of 21:40.9 and Delton’s 50 points was nine more than Northpointe. Maple Valley did not have enough runners to record a team score. The other scorers for Delton were Lauren Knollenberg, eighth in 23: 20; Heather Millard, 12th in 23:55, Amandra Strick, 13th in 24:31, and Shawn Schut, 19th in 25:24. Dhani Tobias finished 11th in 23:42 for Maple Valley and teammate Erin Shoemaker was 15th in 24: 35, but their scoring could not be included in the team tallies. The first Southern Michigan Activities Association jamboree of the season will be held this Wednesday, then the Lions will be a part of the Lowell Invitational on Saturday. Follow the MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley News �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday,-May 117, 2005 — Page 14 WATER, continued from page 1 Monte O’Dell explained that many municipalities charge a flat "ready to serve" fee such as the $20.50 the village had pro­ posed. "They charge that whether it goes past your house or not," he said. The council set 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26 as the date for the next Water Committee meeting. Any citizens who have com­ ments or questions are wel­ come to attend. The coun­ cil will approve or reject the committee’s recom­ mendation on the flat fee at its regular meeting in October. In other business the council: • Approved a motion to accept a slightly scaled down version of the plan for the grant streetscape project because all bids for the project, as originally conceived, exceeded the budget. Under the new plan, the section of Main Street between Second and First streets would not be paved, but the plans for the alleys on both sides of town, the entire downtown street and sidewalks and the parks would remain the same. The board accepted a bid from C & D Hughes of Charlotte to do the work for $843,685.05. • Heard a report from high school leadership stu­ dent Norm Porter that although the high school was going to hold its annu­ al Homecoming Parade in Nashville again this year due to road work in the Village of Vermontville, the school definitely intends to hold next year’s parade in Vermontville. • Answered questions regarding why Spring Street was not going to be paved after the majority of residents living on that street had signed a petition asking for it to be done. Kelsey responded that the council would do it when there was enough money in the budget to do it properly. "The attitude of the council was that we would not do this unless we could do it properly and do it right," he said. "That would mean putting in a proper road base, proper driveways, proper curbing and proper drainage. If we were to put in a black top street... just lay blacktop mat down probably the life expectancy of the pave­ ment would be 10 years, if that. Then it would start to check and break up because there would need to be proper drainage on that road. Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS I’m not saying it won’t be done, but I’m not sure when it will be done," he said. • Heard a request from a village resident to ask the owners of the neighboring apartment building to but up a fence between their property and his because he was tired of having his windows broken and hav­ ing to pick up rocks thrown in his yard. Village treasur­ er Kay Marsh said she would get him the address of the company that owns the apartment so he could send a certified letter mak­ ing his request. "That way you know he got it, and he can’t say tell you they didn’t." • Approved a motion to receive bids for the demo­ lition of the condemned building located at 171 S. Main Street. • Discussed increasing the deposit fee for the key to the restrooms by the ball diamond and approved a motion for members of the Village Buildings and Grounds Committee to meet with representatives of the local ball leagues. • Set 6:30 30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28 as the date for the next budget workshop. Attention, Hunters! Hometown Lumber bus whut you need for hunting AMMUNITION CALLS OUTERWEAR Game federal® SHOTSHELLS Dickies Outerwear BROAPHEAPS ARROWS Just Keeps Getting Better CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 2 FREE GARAGE SALE signs with your ad that runs ■in any of ourr papers. ers. Get them at J-Ad Graphics, ics, 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR-the front counter. PET: beige, brand - new Automotive (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295. 1968 CHEVY IMPALA 2 CONVERTIBLE: (517)204-0600 DOOR Original 327, runs good, new HOUSE OF FURNITURE: 4 tires & rims, too many new rooms, JC Penney, living tp arts to list. 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Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 3. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE 8 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May W, 2005 — Page 15 The Ionia Maple Valley Community is part of the afternoon’s entertainment. Nashville Baptist third place float proclaims from Mexico to Africa, Jesus is King of Creation. Harvest Festival 2005 moments Hamilton Black Dirt’s float with trees and mums reminds people that fall is for plant­ ing. i«afwK“i (BlBl Teresa Smith shows her painting talents at the art show on the library lawn. Many of her pictures make use of old frames. “I saw this frame and painted a new picture to put in it.” Village President Frank Dunham waves to his con­ stituents along the parade route. Festival photos by Helen Mudry The father and son team of Jerry LaDere junior and senior stoke up the 1884 Westinghouse engine to steam corn for the afternoon. The 15 horse power engine is owned by Charlton Park. Faye Salyers enters her “better than sex” cake at the bake off. Maple Valley’s band proudly marches in the parade. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, May~lZt-2005 — Page 16 Maple Valley suffersits worst defeat since 1974 games. The last time Maple Valley gave up 56 points in one game was 1974 when Middleville beat the Lions 56-0. Depressing? Well, so was Friday. Hillsdale scored early and often; as Maple Valley felt the loss of 22 seniors off last year’s 9-2 team. After going four and out on their first series, the Hornets held Maple Valley and forced the Lions to punt on their first series. Then Hornet quarterback Brad Otterbein went to work. He moved his team 80 yards in only six plays, capping the drive with a 47-yard touch- by Jon Gambee The Maple Valley Lions ran into a nest of Hornets Friday night, suffering their worst defeat in eight years and giving up more points in one game than the school has in 31 seasons. The 56-12 loss to Hillsdale dropped the Lions to 2-2 on the season and 1-1 in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association (South). How important is next week’s game against Stockbridge? Well, the last time the Lions started the season with at least three losses in their first five games was 1989 when they dropped the first three in a row and were 1-4 after five down pass to Michael Blanchard with 6:25 left in the first period. Zach Scoville’s extra point made it 7-0 Hillsdale and it was a lead the number five ranked team in Division 5 would never relinquish. Maple Valley failed to move the ball against a tough Hornet defense and when the Lions were forced to punt on fourth-and-six from their own 43-yard-line, Tim Campbell took the ball on his own 24 and returned it 76 yards and another Hillsdale score. Though the extra­ point failed, the Hornets led 13-0 with 3:38 still to play in the first quarter. 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Firm q.xtr given upon request Due to physical size and manufacturers shortages some items may be out of slock. However, most items can be ordered and a "Rain Check" can be issued assuring you of the price featured. We have.the right to limit quantities and substitute items of equal or greater value. Not responsible for printing g errors. Hillsdale needed only one play, a 37-yard scoring strike from Otterbein to Blanchard once again. It was 19-0 after only one period of play. Maple Valley finally got on the scoreboard three plays into the second quarter when speedster Adam Lamphere ran 56 yards to pay-dirt. Hillsdale answered with 4:23 left to play in the half on a 71-yard touchdown pass from Otterbein to Mitch Benzing. His two-point con­ version pass to Brandon Siakel made it 27-6. On their, next series Maple Valley capped its scoring for the evening. The touchdown was set up by a 57-yard scamper by Tyler Christensen, giving the Lions first-and-goal on the Hornet five. Four plays later Tim Wood fought his way into the end zone. The second half was all Hillsdale. Campbell returned anoth­ er punt for a touchdown, going 88 yards with 6:58 to play in the third quarter and the extra point made it 35-12 with a lot of football yet to play. Unfortunately, most of it was played by Hillsdale. In the fourth quarter, the Hornets scored three more times. One the first play of the period, Otterbein hit Blanchard in the comer of the end zone. When the Lions fumbled the ball away on the first play from scrimmage on the next series, Hillsdale needed only four plays to score again, this time on a 15-yard run by Matt English. The game’s final touch­ down came on a 12 yard touchdown pass from Otterbein to Siakel with 6:48 left to play J Statistically, Otterbein fin­ ished the night 10 of 15 pass­ ing for 205 yards and four touchdowns. The senior quarterback added another 53 yards rushing. Blanchard had three catch­ es for 76 yards and three touchdowns. English was Hillsdale’s leading rusher with 58 yards on only eight carries. Christensen led Maple Valley’s attack with 91 yards on 11 carries and Lamphere finished the night with 82 yards on eight carries. Hillsdale rolled up 368 total yards on the night, while Maple Valley finished With 169. After the game, Maple Valley Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt was contrite. “They are an excellent football team, well coached and deservingjjf their rank­ ing in the top five in the state,” he said. “We just did­ n’t play very well, there’s no other way to say it. “We gave up big plays on special teams and on offense we couldn’t move the ball very well and on defense we just couldn’t stop them. There’s just not much more you can say. “Now we have to get ready for Stockbridge. We have a lot of work to do.” The Panthers are coming off a narrow 7-6 defeat at the hands of Brooklyn Columbia Central Friday. After win­ ning their first two games, Stockbridge has dropped two in a row and like Maple Valley are looking to get back on the winning track. History favors the Lions as Maple Valley has-won all three previous contestsbetween the two schools dur­ ing the Guenther Mittelstaedt era (13-7 in 1987, 34-8 in 1995 and 47-0 in 1996); The Lions’ Adam Lamphere (7) and Brent Cummings (34) celebrate Lamphere’s 56-yard touchdown run in the second quarter, which cut Hillsdale’s lead down to 19-8 at the time. (Photo by Perry Hardin) � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-09-27.pdf df5042922b5f01f3727a056b6c72dcb6 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRA RY 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1891 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 39, September 27, 2005 Retiring prosecutor to operate Mace pharmacy by David T. Young and Sandra Ponsetto Barry County Prosecutor Gordon Shane McNeill, who resigned last week, is-coming to Nashville as the new owner of what has been known for a long time as Mace Pharmacy. McNeill Thursday morn­ ing officially turned in his resignation to Barry County Circuit Judge James Fisher, effective Monday, Oct. 3. A registered pharmacist, he purchased the local business from Dave and Kathy Mace, who have owned Mace Pharmacy in Nashville for more than 27 years and were recently honored as grand marshals of the Nashville Harvest Festival parade. Dave Mace confirmed that he and his wife have sold their pharmacy to McNeill. “I’ve known Shane a long time and he has been work­ ing for me off and on as a pharmacist for a long time,” said Mace. “I’m happy for him and I’m happy for me.” In his prepared statement Mace said he anticipates to Fisher, McNeill wrote, McNeill will take over the “When I returned to this business around the first of office five years ago, I set October. one primary objective. “He said he’s planning on Having long since accom­ keeping all the employees plished this goal and having and he’s got a good substi­ other opportunities for our tute pharmacist, so I’m hop­ family, I am resigning as ing he won’t need me too prosecuting attorney for much,” said Mace. “I’m Barry County effective ready for a long vacation. October 3, 2005. If you feel “He is a super guy, very it is necessary, I will remain caring and sensitive. I think in the position at your he was ready for a change request and vacate immedi­ and so was I,” said Mace. “I ately upon selection of a suc­ think God’s got a plan for us cessor (although I would and I’m not going to fight rather not.) The current staff it.” of the office is excellent and Mace said that he and more than to the task ofhan­ Cathy were honored to be dling what may arise pend­ chosen as the grand marshals ing your decision. of the Harvest Festival “I have had the honor of parade and have no plans to appearing before this Trial leave Nashville. Court since its creation. I McNeill was first elected have made every effort to prosecutor in November mirror the honor and integri­ 2000, replacing Dale ty ofthe judges before whom Crowley, who resigned with I have I have tried to best only a month left in his four- represent.the people of Barry year term. Comity and the interests of this court with good faith, integrity, some humor and fairness. It has been my honor to serve this communi­ ty and the public trust this position commands. “This position is no longer compatible with the best interests ofour family. There are many factors and much thought that have gone into this decision, but above all else protecting the boys from the negatives of what this public position has become as they grow older is our pri­ mary goal. “I wish you well and do not envy you in your respon­ sibility. There are those who have never sought the chal­ lenge of public office who will complain for their own personal gain, regardless of your decision. I am sorry to put you through this. “I will miss working with the friends I have in law enforcement and the entire court system, but the time has come for a return to a private life. I thank you for a good number of years. I will always be grateful for having been an officer of this court. Fisher, in his prepared remarks, said Thursday afternoon, “We wish Mr. McNeill well as he embarks on his new business venture, and we thank him for his years of service to the citi­ zens of Barry County. The court will fill this vacancy as soon as possible with the best available candidate. Until that time, the law pro­ vides that Chief Assistant Prosecutor David Banister will perform the duties ofthe prosecuting attorney.” The judge said state statutes provide that the vacancy be filled by appoint­ ment by the circuit judge. “The court is inviting any­ one interested in being considered for this appointment to submit a written applica­ tion no later than Oct. 14. An application form may be obtained from Pamela Palmer in the circuit court office.” Fisher noted that as of Friday morning he already had received six applications. The judge added that the appointee likely will have to seek election to a two-year term in the November 2006 See MCNEILL, page 2 MVCCOH busy with variety of community-based activities purchased with grant money from the United Way, was not delivered in time for the "make-over," United Way volunteers, volunteers from the MVCCOH, GM Local 602, the Nashville Department of Public Works and others joined forces to clean the park, clean and repair playground equipment and do sand castings of chil­ dren’s hands which will later be used to decorate a embankment in the park. Lunch for volunteers dur­ ing the "Day of Caring" event was provided by a trio of donors. Good Time Pizza Keith Lackscheide and Jennifer Ellison were crowned in Nashville donated pizzas, Subway in Nashville donated Homecoming King and Queen during halftime of the subs and the United Way Maple Valley ys. Stockbridge when the Lions trounced donated box lunches, so no the Panthers 22-6. (Photo by Perry Hardin) volunteers went hungry. Volunteers gathered at the community center Friday, Sept. 16, to put together flood buckets and health kits for victims of Hurricane Katrina. Once the kits and • Nashville looking at options for dam buckets were assembled with • Work to begin on Vermontville donated items, they were streetscape loaded into a truck and deliv­ ered to the First Methodist • Local meth awareness seminar Church in Hastings, which is draws a crowd coordinating the-effort. • Lions pounce on the Panthers in During the annual second half Nashville Harvest Festival, Saturday, Sept. 17, the • Lions fall to Olivet and Stockbridge Homecoming royalty crowned In This Issue MVCCOH volunteers Jim, Janet and Dick Jarman and Cindy Sears, from GM Local 602, fill backpacks for the “Stuffin’ It for School” program. The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), working in conjunction with other groups, organizations and agencies, has been the hub of a variety of activities that benefit Nashville and the larger community. Before school started in August, the MVCCOH was the collection and distribu­ tion site for donations for backpacks and schools sup­ plies for the annual "Stuffin’ It for School" program, which seeks to provide back­ packs and schools supplies for children in need in the Maple Valley School District. On Thursday, Sept. 15, Nashville’s Putnam Park was the site of one of the United Way’s " Day of Caring Extreme Make-overs." Even though the slide, which was See MVCCOH, page 3 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley *News Tuesday, September 27.2005 — Page 2 Personnel issues still plague emergency medical services down and draft out what is expected of our employ­ ees so we have thorough guidelines for evaluation. It will save a lot of confu­ sion and had we done this before we could have avoided this last legal sit­ uation,” said Frank Dunham, a member of the board and Nashville Village President “We’ll let employees know when they hire in that if they can’t abide by the job description, then they won’t be working for us. We can’t afford to go through this again. We have to make some changes.” The board reached an agreement last July with two employees who were dismissed in December of last year. The board said by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service (EMS) last week discussed creating job descriptions for all depart­ ment personnel to estab­ lish objective criteria for evaluating job perform­ ance. At their meeting last week, the group members held a closed session to discuss personnel issues, were taken to task by a local resident over legal action resulting from the dismissal of two employ­ ees last year and heard a complaint from a member of the local fire depart­ ment about the response time of EMS personnel. “I propose that we sit pool paramedics Beth Barone and Rob Fisk were dismissed because of insubordination. The employees alleged they were fired for trying to bring in a union. The mat­ ter was resolved by lawyers after the employ­ ees filed a complaint with the Michigan Employee Relations Commission (MERC). According to figures given earlier in the meeting by the EMS treasurer and clerk, Loma Wilson, the legal action resulted in a total of $61,642.18 in legal fees and settlements for both employees. Both Barrone and Fiske received a $14,000 settle­ ment, $2,000 of Barrone’s settlement was covered by the EMS’s insurance. Our fast claims service is “No Problem.” ur agency is well-known for providing fest, efficient and feir claims service. That’s because we represent Auto-Owners Insurance, who, according to a national consumers’ magazine, ranks consistently as one ofthe top insurers in the KELLY country. That’s why we are known as The “No Problem” People”. Ask us about our great service today! ^luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TKi/k *HMtnUo/A TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 Wilson suggested the board discuss waiting until the end of the year to see if the EMS could absorb the legal fees and settlements before they went to the townships and the village for assistance in covering those expens­ es. Also at Wilson’s sug­ gestion, the board approved a motion increasing billing rev­ enues from $130,000 to $156,000, then approved a motion moving $26,000 from billing fees to cover the legal fees line item in an attempt to have the EMS absorb the cost with­ out going to the three gov­ ernmental agencies that support it. “We’ll see how it plays out, then we’ll make deci­ sion about how we will MCNEILL, continued front in order to continue in the post after January 2007. McNeill’s tenure as coun­ ty prosecutor was perhaps the stormiest and most con­ troversial in recent memory. He was very public in his support of his ex-wife, Stephanie Fekkes, when she was appointed interim pro­ bate judge and sought elec­ tion to the post. He resigned his position as as assistant prosecutor and went into pri­ vate practice before seeking election to the job he resigned last week. He wrote a blistering letter to the Barry County Republican Party last year, attacking its leadership. He fired assistant Prosecutor Thomas Evans, who sought the probatejudge’s post as an opponent of Fekkes, at the end of last year. And there was more than rumors of a citizens’ recall effort being organized against him. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE A Spirit-filled Church Meeting at the Maple Leaf Grange Hwy. M-66 south of Assyria Rd. Nashville, Ml 49073 Sun. Praise & Worship 1030 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. 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 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... P.M. Worship........... 1 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 6 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service..... Sunday School..... ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) s § Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville Morning. Celebration.................. 0 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte . Worship at 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 1030 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50. a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service.. 930 a.m. Sunday School... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 handle the $61,000,” said Wilson. “I’ve talked with our auditor and he said that we have to watch our expenses. That’s all there is to it” Wilson said if each of the townships and the vil­ lage make one quarterly payment early, it should be enough to provide the EMS with enough funds to “get through.” Rod Crothers, chairman of the EMS board, noted that Maple Grove had already made its quarterly payment. He asked Dunham what his thoughts were on the mat­ ter. Dunham said that, he realized that it would be difficult for the EMS to make it through the next month without an advance, but said while he MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School. A.M. Service..... P.M. Service..... ................ 10 ........... 11:15 ................. 6 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.m. Wed. Service ... ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE See EMS, page 5 HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown H«»tlnfl» on State St. DIGITAL STEREO 945-SHOW !Q NO PA88E8 Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 irlwt ffills 1 ZB; com r»flll»| SHOWTIMES 9/27 ■ 9/29 SATURDAY k SUNDAY 10 k If AM ROBOTS (PG)____ O CORPSE BRIDE (PG) Gordon Shane McNeill McNeill has served as a part-time pharmacist at Mace Pharmacy, at WalkerPharmacy in Lake Odessa and at Bosley Pharmacy in Hastings, even while he was county prose­ cutor. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFBARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship ............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY O.pen Hearts-Open Mlnds-Open Doors 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 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH thought the request would, “not be received extremely well,” the board would discuss it at their next meeting. During the public com­ ments portion of the meet­ ing, before the board’s action, Castleton Township resident Don Wiggins addressed the board on three issues related to the EMS’s legal troubles. First, Wiggins stated that while he did not mind paying the 25 cents per page, “Even though I don’t think it is anywhere in relationship to what it costs to make a copy in today’s marketplace,” the clerk charged him for fill­ ing his Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for documents pertaining to the legal action and settlement and he felt the $7 fee for one hour’s work to pull and -c-o-p-y-t-h-e--documents was, “outrageous.” “I do this all the time. My business is pushing papers. This is about a Sunday Services: .............. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ....... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion For more information call: 795-2370 or RL Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 1:15, 3:00, 5:10,7:05, 9:00 O FLIGHTPLAN (PG-13) 1:20, 3:25,5:30, 7:35, 9:40 O JUST UKE HEAVEN (PG-13) 1:00, 3:10, 5:20, 7:30, 9:40 O LORD OF WAR (R) 1:50 EXORCISM OF EMILY ROSE (PG-13) 4:20, 6:50, 9:30 20OZ.DRINK with $2.50 purchase of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn 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................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North. Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 27,2005 — Page 3 MVCCOH, continued from page 1 Day of Caring volunteers enjoy a lunch, courtesy of local donors. Kent Meade helps fill flood buckets with donated items for victims of Hurricane Katrina. will be used to decorate and embankment in Nashville’s Putnam Park. MVCCOH was the site for a "Trash to Treasure" sale and bake sale, with half the proceeds going to the center and half going to relief efforts for Hurricane the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope’s auction. (All photos with story courtesy of Jeff and Dianne Bowden) Katrina. There also was an auction to raise funds for the community center. The MVCCOH’s Nashville Neighborhood Watch program also spon- sored a Methamphetamine Awareness Seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 20, which was attended by 48 people from Nashville and the surrounding g area. Volunteers work on playground equipment mainte­ nance during the United Way Day of Caring's Extreme Make Over at Putnam Park. Nashville looking at options for dam Since joining the Nashville council this past summer, Trustee Justin Shotts has been looking into a variety of options that would help the village deal with the dam on the Thomapple River, which has fallen into disrepair. During last Thursday night’s regular meeting of the council, Shotts updated the board on what the research he has been doing on the matter. Shotts earlier this year proposed having fourth-year engineering students from nearby universities survey the dam and share their find­ ings as an inexpensive way for the village to obtain information about the condi­ tion of the dam and potential courses of action that could be taken to remediate the sit­ uation. Shotts reported, however, on Thursday evening that he is contacting companies that may be interested in estab­ lishing a hydroelectric site at •^Dianas QQace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING m the dam. He said both Consumers Energy and Commonwealth Power have expressed interest in estab­ lishing a facility at the site. Shotts said in the mean­ time he is checking into the; cost of reconstructing the dam and installing a flood­ gate. “Whether we decide to restore or remove the dam we have to install a flood gate first,” he said. “Even if we decide to remove it there has to be a controlled release of water. If you tried to just remove part of the dam for a controlled release it would cause enough stress that the rest of the dam would break, so you need to have a flood­ gate.” In other business the coun- Commission. Both were approved by a 6-1 vote, with Trustee Mary Coll casting the dissenting vote for each. During the roundtable dis­ cussion, the council talked about the possibility of changing the sign ordinance for the downtown business district and other ideas for improving that area of the village. COME CELEBRATE FALL with us! Good Family Fun PIumpkins OPEN *^R^R-ROVND 3rd annual CONTEST Fall Hours: Mon-Thurs. 10-8 Fri. & Sat. 10-10 Closed Sunday |SOUP & SANDWICHES 11-2| Hayndes Fridays—6 p.m. Saturday—all day 1st 20 people, or schedule a group Enjoy the animals or tour Still carrying 16 the farm at 2 p.m. on premium ice creams Thurs, Fri. & Sat. and see BEST SOFT SERVE the cows being milked and better understand SPECIAL­ dairy farming. PUMPKIN PIE MOO-avalanche 2 miles south of Nashville On the comer of M-79 & M-66 269-838-8017 517-852-9003 I �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, September 27. 2005 — Page 4 Mark Jay Claypool Maurice “Bill” William Haviland Michael Alan CHARIjOTTE - Maurice Ionia, of “Bill” William Haviland, of (Michelle) Haviland Charlotte, died Sunday, Battle Creek, William Joseph of September 18, 2005 al his (Pamela) Haviland and Michael residence, surrounded by his Bellevue, (Elizabeth) Atchley of Eaton loving family. grandchildren, Mr. Haviland was bom Rapids; October 9, 1932, in Bath, the Kendall, Amber, Jennifer, son of Maurice and Helen Irene, Elizabeth, and David (Phelps) Haviland. Haviland, and Tony, Josh, He was a member of Kaylee and Alison Atchley; Bright Hope Bible Church, brother, Dale (Yvonne) an Air Force cook in the Haviland of DeWitt; sisters, Korean War and worked in Lucille Stone ofLansing and final assembly at General Carol (Dan) Holdridge of Motors. Eaton Rapids. He was preceded in death He enjoyed helping any­ body at anytime and the out­ by his sisters, Leona Sellers, Rauchenberger, doors whether it was taking Doris and care of the farm or hunting Dorotha Patterson Francis Brown. with his boys. Funeral services were held He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Waneta M. Thursday, September 22, (Rumbaugh) Haviland; sons, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home Mark William Haviland of in Charlotte, with Pastor Terry LaDuke and Pastor Marc Livingston officiating. Interment was at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Mulliken. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Elsie Elizabeth (Quayle) Ramsey CHARLOTTE - Mrs. Elsie Elizabeth (Quayle) Ramsey, 96 of Charlotte, died September 24, 2005 in Charlotte. Mrs. Ramsey was born June 1, 1909 in Lexington Village, Michigan, the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Fisher) Quayle. She married Glen O. Ramsey in 1927 and they had five children. Elsie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother whose life was her family and her church. She will be sadly missed by all her fami­ ly and friends. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte. She is survived by chil­ dren, Glen O. Ramsey, Jr. and wife Marilyn, Doris M. Jacobs and husband Cleo, Elizabeth E. Brenner, Claudette M. Myers and hus­ band Ted, David A. Ramsey and wife Suzanne; 22 grand­ children, 40 great grandchil­ dren, eight great-great grand- Nashville VFW 8260 Penny Supper Saturday, October 1, 5:30 - 7:00 pm Swiss Steak, Chicken (Baked & BBQ), Cabbage Rolls I wanted to thank you for helping me make one of my very Important dreams come true. I deeply appreciate the time that you have given me out of your days to come and receive a massage. I wanted to let you know that I have completed my certificate of completion as of May 5th, 2005.1 hope you enjoyed your massage and I hope that you can keep enjoying them for many years to come. I am still working out of the Nashville Chiropractic Center located on the north end of Main St. across from the Hastings City Bank. Please call 517-852-2070 for an appointment. Again thank you for your time and your willingness to get body work done. Thank You, <J)a\vn MASSAGE PRICES One Hour: $30 1/2 Hour: $20 Chair: $30 Hot Pack: $40 Pregnancy: $30 Deep Tissue: $30 OFFICE HOURS Monday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mark Jay Claypool, bom September 26, 2003, went to be with the Lord September 24, 2005. He was bom a citizen of the Philippines and because of the amazing foundation called “For the Children International Medical Mission,” he was brought to the home ofthe Claypools on April 26, 2005. He is the son of Roger and Renee Claypool and the brother of Ryan Claypool, age 6. Surviving also are grand­ parents, Roger and Norma Claypool, Roger and Bonnie Dingman; great grandma Jean Withey; Aunt Barb, Uncle Rod, Aunt Trudy, Uncle Allen and many Work to begin on Vermontville streetscape Work is scheduled to begin on the streetscape project in downtown Vermontville Monday, Oct. 3, and is slated to continue through mid­ November. The contractors will be working with downtown merchants to ensure access to businesses during construc­ tion. Customers are encour­ aged to check with business owners as some businesses may have customer access from the alley during the project. The work will cease in mid-November and is sched­ uled to resume and be com­ pleted after the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association Festival, which will be held April 28-30. children; sister, Gloria Fish; sisters-in-law Anna Quayle and Betty Quayle. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Glen O. Ramsey; brothers, William, Jere and Bruce Quayle; sister, Barbara McDonald; son-in-law, Alfred H. Brenner and grandson, Richard Ramsey. A funeral mass will be A two-day craft show is held at 11:00 . a.m. Wednesday, September 28, planned for Nov. 18 and 19 2005 at St. Mary Catholic from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the United Church in Charlotte, with Vermontville Rev. Fr. Denis R. Spitzley Methodist Church. Tables available to rent for officiating. Interment will be $15 each. in Woodlawn Cemetery in For more information, call Vermontville. Visitation 517-726-0621. will be 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 27 with a Rosary service at 6:30 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at The Girl Scouts Capital www.prayfuneral.com Council will have an open house from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m Tuesday, Oct. 4, from at Maplewood School. Girl Scouts is an organi­ Pauline Work, nee zation focused on helping Bowman, age 91, died girls develop the skills and September 22, 2005. Beloved mother of Pamela knowledge to succeed in Mack, Jacki and James. life, and have fun while Grandmother of five and learning. great grandmother of eight Scouting is open to girls Funeral services were held ages 4 to 18 years of age, on Saturday, September 24, and troops are being formed 2005 at Orchard United for the 2005-2006 year. Methodist Church. Stop by at the open house Arrangements by McCabe to learn more, or call Barb Funeral Home, Farmington Mantarro at (517) 726-084. Hills. 2 Day Craft Show planned cousins. With special thanks to Mama Lita, Aunt Kathy Davis, and Uncle Gary Davis for giving us the opportunity to love both of our special children. Friends may visit the fam­ ily on Tuesday, September 27 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Daniels Funeral Home at 9200 E. M-79 in Nashville. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 28 at 11 a.m. at South Baptist Church located at 5250 Cornerstone Drive in Lansing. Those desiring may make a contribution to the mission responsible for helping bring Ryan and Mark to the Claypools called, “For the Children International Medical Mission” or to Children’s Hospital of Michigan. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Ceramic Classes for all ages Phone (517) 726-0531 GIFTSHOP & SPECIAL ORDERS SUPPLIES • CERTIFIED TEACHER C&P CERAMICS s 302 E. Main St., Vermontville 06615620 Vermontville Annual Senior Citizens Night Tuesday, October 11th • 7:00 p.m. • ...at the Congregational Church in Vermontville FREE MEAL -Serving Swiss Steak and all the trimmings FREE ENTERTAINMENT! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Please Make Your mh . 517-726-0286 Reservations by Oct. 6 P Give a memorial that can go on forever Vermontville A gift to the Barry Girl Scouts set open house Community Foundation is Pauline Work 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 BCF or call (269) 945­ 0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 27,2005 — Page 5 EMS, continued from page 2 five-minute excercise in my office,” he said. “I can tell you right now it does­ n’t cost eight or nine dollars to go pull paper out. If I had to pay somebody eight or nine dollars to pull paper out, I tell you this right now, they wouldn’t be in my office for very long.” Wiggins told the board he would pay the $2.50 for the copies, but he had no intention of paying the $7 fee. Cooley told Wiggins, “All I know is you’re causing us plenty of problems.” “I’m just asking ques­ tions, and you don’t like that,” replied Wiggins. “I’ll answer any ques­ tions that’s reasonable,” said Cooley. Wiggins’ second con­ cern was the amount of the legal fees and the settlement, which Wilson mentioned in an earlier interview with the local newspaper reporter would be equally divided between the townships and the village. Finally, Wiggins said that because the board has chosen not to freely disclose information to the public regarding the legal action and the resulting fees and settlement, it made it hard for the residents whose tax dollars support the EMS to determine whether or not the board had “acted appropriately or inappropriately” in pursuing the legal action as far as it had before settling. “Are you trying to make this another Baltimore Township?” asked board member Jud Cooley, in reference to the threat of recall currently faced by members of that township board. “I think you already did that,” replied Wiggins. “The saying goes, ‘The truth will set you free.’ If tthe public has the right to pay the bills but not to ask questions, that’s not a democracy, that’s a dictatorship. Well, I say if you don’t want to answer questions you shouldn’t be on a board or in public office.” Wiggins questioned whether or not the board could have saved the EMS a lot of money spent on legal fees if it had settled $14,000 each on the for­ mer employees at an earli­ er date. Crothers said there is no way of knowing how it would have worked out. “What doesn’t the public know?” he asked. “We discharged the employees. They sued us. We litigated and we settled. I hind­ sight, 20/20, maybe it could have been handled better. If we could completely back up, and we knew we were going to get hung out to dry, we wouldn’t have discharged them,” he added. “We could have handled it bet­ ter, yeah, but we can’t back up.” “We probably could have settled with them without paying charges, but then we could have ended up in court anyway,” said Cooley. “They wanted their jobs back. That’s what they wanted originally.” “Ifwe wanted to contin­ ue their employment, we have wouldn’t fired them,” said Crothers. Dave DeMond, a resident and member of the Township Castleton Mortgage^ an persona •Home _”_»_~ __» _ wi Contact David Lane, Woodland Office Manager, at (269) 367-4911 115 S. Main St, Woodland, Ml 48897 MembBrFDic Hometown Banking www.icnb.com LzJ Lender^ Board asked if the EMS board was taking any precautions to ensure that the same problem doesn’t occur in the future. “There are no guarantees on that,” said Cooley. “The only problem is that we didn’t understand the ramification of them (Barrone and Fisk) filing union cards,” said Crothers. “We knew that as long as they were actively pursuing, or a union vote was pending... or trying to organize a union, we couldn’t touch them. But, it was our understanding that that had come to an end. It wasn’t because they were trying to form a union, it had nothing to do with why we discharged them.” DeMond said he had talked to one of the employees’ former boss­ es, who told him that the employees had a “reputa­ tion” and recommended that the EMS board insti­ tute thorough background checks before hiring new employees. Dunham pointed out that the board knows that EMS Coordinator Ardie Reid plans to leave at the end of the year and the board should start work­ Commission Ckjlilj COUIl’U ing on a job description on Aging for the post so it is ready Schedule y when it is time to hire of Events Reid’s replacement. He also recommended that Meals Site and Meals on the board beginning Wheels Noon Meal advertising for the posi­ Wednesday, Sept. 28 Beans-n-Franks, broccoli, tion. “We want to get some­ applesauce, dinner roll. one who is qualified and Thursday, Sept. 29 Baked chicken w/gravy, we want to get the best stuffing, mashed potatoes, that’s out there. We know carrots, sweet treat. it’s coming and this takes Friday, Sept 30 time . It could take four or Homemade goulash, five months to make a braised cabbage, cauliflower, decision. We only meet mixed fruit. three more times before Monday, Oct. 3 Bean soup w/ham, aspara­ the beginning of the year so we need to get started,” gus, applesauce, crackers. he said, showing the board Tuesday, Oct 4 Mushroom chicken, sweet samples of job descrip­ potatoes, green beans, sea­ tions he had obtained from soned rice, mandarin other emergency medical oranges. services around the coun­ try. Meals on Wheels Supper There was some discus­ Meal sion about whether it Wednesday, Sept 28 should be a part or full Peanut butter and honey, coleslaw, peaches, English time job, benefits and pay. “We don’t need to muffin. worry about that now,” Thursday, Sept. 29 Sliced turkey, broccoli said board member Mary bacon salad, fruit parfait, Coll. whole wheat bread. Crothers expressed con­ Friday, Sept. 30 cern over the board’s lia­ Cottage cheese, Spanish bility if the new manager bean salad, pineapple, dinner “screwed up.” roll. Wilson suggested that Monday, Oct 3 the board could purchase Chicken pineapple salad, liability potato salad, mixed fruit, din­ management insurance for the next fis­ ner roll. cal year. Tuesday, Oct. 4 “We may not be able to Cheese spread, pork and beans, tropical fruit, Rye afford it, we may not need Krisps. it, but it’s out there and Events maybe we should take a Wednesday, Sept. 28 - look at it,” she said. Hastings - Music with Sam, Wilson noted that the Nails, Euchre 12:30-2:30 board members needed to p.m. Delton. - birthday party, devote more time to the Reminiscence. Woodland board to iron out current Nashville 5 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 29 - issues at the EMS and Hastings - Morehouse Kids, work on improving the Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.- management, “You can­ not afford not to devote 11: 30 a.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville - more time to it,” she said. TV Time. “If you don’t have the Friday, Sept. 30 - Hastings time to devote to it then Bingo, Oil Painting. you shouldn’t be sitting on Woodland - Visiting. this board.” Monday, Oct. 3 “If I’m not sitting here, Hastings Card Making who ’s going to be?” asked 12: 30-2:30 p.m.; October birthday party; Nashville 5 Crothers. “We’re not paid 10:30 a.m. Crafts 10:30 a.m. as full-time employees: I Delton bingo. H,W,N, should not spend any more time... I just don’t Reminiscence Tuesday, Oct. 4 - Hastings have it. I’m trying to make - Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a living out here. I get a.m. Beginning Line Dancing paid as the (Maple Grove) 1 p.m.; Alzheimer/Dementia township supervisor, but Speakers, Week 1 7-9 p.m. there is no extra pay for me to run this board. You could turn this into a a full-time job. Even ifthere were some compensation, I would have some issues.” “We’re all busy, Rod, we all have other obliga­ tions in our lives and fam­ ilies,” said Dunham. “That’s why we should have a good description of the manager’s job and get somebody qualified to manage.” “We scrimp and we argue over budget this year. How much more does the village want to contribute?” asked Crothers. See EMS, next page From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Too many people are inconsiderate To the editor: I am at a loss for words. What do you call someone who pulls out in front of you and slows down? Someone who buys a home then builds a very large fence around it. Acts like they are royalty and you are peons and they don’t even try to be friendly? Someone who turns in front of you without a turn signal? Someone who walks across your property without asking and then gets mad at you for asking them where they are going? Someone who tailgates you in town or on the high­ way and you are driving the 06616125 speed limit? Someone who has dogs and doesn’t take care of them, letting them out in the yard when they go to work at 4:30 a.m. and the dogs do, like dogs do, “bark,” waking you and the other neighbor? Someone who comes on your property and tells you to quit bad mouthing them, though everything you have said is the truth? Someone who jaywalks causing people who are speeding to slow down? I know what I have been called at times, but I think the best word is “inconsiderate.” Steve Toman Nashville /^Transportation Solution Buy Here...Pay Here! ★ SUPERIOR AUTO ★ 301 W. State St., Hastings (269) 945-5700 Apply Online at www.superior-auto.com Veronica IDzintara Sulcs A precious gift oflove from God. Given to Amber 3 Matt Sulcs Bom Sept 19, 2005 Wt: 7 lbs., 11 oz„ 20" long Veronica also has blessed grandparents Don & Karen Hickey and their families, Deb 8r (late) Vemors Sulcs and their families with her beautiful presence. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, September 27,2005 — Page 6 EMS, continued from previous page “Let’s get through this last year and get some direct control,” said Dunham. “Before we advertise we have to have a job description, we have to know what we’re willing to offer,” said Crothers. “That’s right, and we’re not going to do that sitting here talking,” said Dunham. “We have to discuss it,” said Crothers. “That’s something the council will have to talk about after you get the job description written up. Maybe it will take 10 hours a week... maybe it takes 30 hours a week, maybe it will be a shared duty,” said Dunham. “Right now let’s see what kind of people we have out there.” Earl Wilson, a member of the audience spoke up, “Mr. Chairman, I think you missed something here. If you hired some­ one who is a good manag­ er that is also a paramedic and that person works 40 hours a week and covers your paramedic position you could take that pay and use it toward the posi­ tion. You already pay the coordinator ($5,200). Put $4,800 to it and pay that person an additional $10,000. It’s only $4,800 more. It’s not you’re look- GFWC-Vermontville launches new year General Federation of Women's ClubsVermontville started its new year with it traditional potluck dinner and paid trib­ ute to past presidents of the club, thanking them for their service, each receiving a mum plant. Elaine Russell current past president, was awarded a cut glass vase with fresh flowers for serving two years as pres­ ident. Speaker for the everting was Karen Wirt, GFWCCharlotte, who talked about the Bay Cliff Health Camp, a summer camp for handi­ capped children, located in Marquette, “established in 1934 to promote the health, welfare, happiness and development of the children of the Upper Peninsula.” More than 10,000 children _ have attended the camp in its 70-year history. For the past 50 years, Bay Cliff’s primary mission has been to improve the lives of children with physical disabilities through a seven-week summer thera­ py. camp. Today, Bay Cliff is a therapy center serving 180 children from throughout Michigan each summer with every kind of orthopedic, speech, hearing and visual disability. GFWCs of Michigan contribute to Bay Cliffin funding as well as for items of use for the children during their stay. Club mem­ bers have an opportunity to visit the site during the sum­ mer by charted bus. Club members will pur­ chase a new popcorn machine for the use during the Revue plays at the Vermontville Opera House. Rl l■H/■IHA■■ MOI Il F ■ H IIff iAllI |I C F \tI/ All money received from popcorn sales are donated to the. theater group. GFWC pins and ribbons were given out again this year, Dorothy Carpenter received a Gold Card Award for 50 years of service to the club and a letter of recogni­ tion from State President Linda Clark. The upcoming Salad Bingo will be Oct. 20. Committee members are working on that project as well. There will be more information about that next month, said the bingo chair­ woman, Joe Ann Nehmer. Anyone interested in becoming a member of GFWC Vermontville should call President Sandy Haas at (517) 726-0051. Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate MLS, 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, Broker - GRI......................................... Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR........................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor........................................................ Cell 269-838-2884 PRICE REDUCED! ing at a ton. Now if you have to put benefits with that, maybe it does get more expensive. But, it needs to be studied before everybody says no.” After further discus­ sion, the board set 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21, as the date for a special meeting of the board at Castleton Township Hall to discuss the position and work on job descriptions. Earl Wilson also addressed the board as a member of the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Department regard­ ing the response time of the EMS service to three recent accidents. “It’s been a concern of several in the fire depart­ ment... the last three acci­ dents we responded to with the ambulance we ended up with a fire truck on the scene before the ambulance has ever come into service,” he said. “The one that stuck out the most, that I requested time for was the one at the comer of Wellman and State Road.” Wilson went on to note that both departments and the Nashville Police Department were toned out at 5:05.29. A Nashville police officer was on the scene at 5:12.18, the fire chief was on the scene two seconds later. The ambulance did not arrive until 5:24.54. “It becomes somewhat difficult, in my case, one of these three accidents was a person I knew... a person I hadn’t seen in a lot ofyears but... you keep having to stand there and support his back and hold traction on him until the ambulance got there...” he said. “We (members of the fire department) have chosen not to be trained as medical first responders (MFR). I suggested it a while ago and the firemen were very adamant that that was not their cup of tea and they wanted to spend their time studying the things that firefighters do, not the things ambu­ lances do.” Earl Wilson said that one of the problems he could see is that the response time was “pretty good” when pool para­ medics were available. However, when there were only volunteers available the response time was slower. 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L_____________________________ (VL-109 8t 110) ) • Max Life • Conventional ___ • Full Synthetic M66 Tire �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 27,2005 — Page 7 EMS, continued from previous page q unv members of the board all but one volunteer lives outside of the village of Nashville. “Recommendations from the Michigan Township Association (MTA) when you have a volunteer fire-department they recommend that the volunteers live within one or two miles of the sta- tion,” he said. “I view it as a management problem and ifI see that the coordi­ nator or manager is not stepping up to the plate and getting it corrected, then it is time the board steps up ai)d makes the move to correct it.” “So we’re going to force all these people to move to town, Earl?” SJK> SSft Sk * Ulf *J > ■ ■ ®SlStLi >. n 1*»S n*S»? hw !*%i» 2J Sbl * fr&A6al(&i it -feifiGaj^ taii!® ■s JfamitKft • nraM.iM si ■i h mum, ;il ■ bt ten B.3 M1BM i# i st taiihta mi Harvest Festival royalty named Friday, Sept. 16, before the Maple Valley vs. Hillsdale game, the Nashville Harvest Festival Royalty were crowned. They were (front row, from left) Princess Kayley Hughes, Prince Gunner Tobias, (back row) Queen Laurie Karrar and King Kyle Hughes. asked Crothers. “Well, there’s a prob­ lem, and I don’t know exactly how to address it, but several ofthese people who live out there have lived in the village and have moved. But, we have* not gained other people who live in the village, and I see that is a prob­ lem,” said Earl Wilson. “I don’t know how to handle the situation and I don’t know how to tell you how to handle the situation. He went on to ask, “Is the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Ambulance holding its own or is it backsliding?” Earl Wilson also noted that the number of runs completed by the ambu­ lance service appears to be increasing and that the Village of Nashville is the only public entity repre­ sented on the board that has any experience with managing full-time employees. Wilson suggested that the board should educate itself about employee management and employ­ ee evaluations. He also suggested that the board has four options: The first is to stay the same; the second, the board increases its education to better run the ambulance service and more available to the manager: third, spend some money to hire an experienced manager; and fourth, turn over over the ambulance service to a private ambulance service. “If any of the first three (options) are chosen, some members of the board will have to get out of the reactive mode and enter the proactive more. No more saying, ‘We can’t do that,’ without first researching it.” Wiggins said he had talked to members of the Grand Rapids Fire Department and all their firemen are trained medical first responders. “You cannot be a fire­ man in Grand Rapids and not be trained as a MFR. It would seem to be that one solution would be to get some manpower available would be to train some of For reservations, please call 269-367-4455 or email us at therevuel@yahoo.com Liz Lenz from Barry County Substance Abuse talks to the audience during last week's Methamphetamine Awareness Seminar at Mulberry Gardens in Nashville. Local meth awareness seminar draws a crowd Forty-eight people attended a methamphetamine awareness seminar last week in Nashville. Deputy Chris Yonkers from Barry County Sheriff Department and Liz Lentz from Substance Abuse Prevention Services of Barry County headed up the seminar, talking about the dangers the meth does to the body, and what you should do if you come across the chemicals that are used to make meth. They spoke of the cost to clean up a meth lab due to the toxic substances used to manufacture meth. They are encouraging citizens to call 911 if a strange odor is detected or finding a meth dump. the firemen to be first responders.” Earl Wilson responded that since the EMS was trying to run an Advanced Life Support (ALS) service, in which an ambulance a paramedic and an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) was the minimum requirement. “An MFR doesn’t count for squat when it comes to getting an ambulance out the door,” he said. In other business the board: nanimously approved hiring Jim Robertson as a pool para­ medic at an hourly rate of $9.50. • Approved a motion to send eight EMS employ­ ees to a seminar that would allow each of them to earn seven credits toward their continuing education requirements. The total cost of the seminar for all eight employees is $520. • Tabled discussion of education guidelines and review of the employee handbook until next month’s meeting. 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The victory gives the Lions a 3-2 overall record and runs their record in the Southern Michigan Athletic Association South to 2-1. The match-up with Stockbridge was more to the Lion’s liking, as the two teams looked like a mirror image. But Maple Valley’s image proved to be bigger in the end. “They run pretty much the Maple Valley’s Adam Lamphere leaps up to knock a pass away from a Stockbridge receiver in Friday night’s same offense we do,” said Valley homecoming victory over the Panthers at MVHS. (Photo Maple Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt after by Perry Hardin) the game. “We knew how to handle them much better than we did against Hillsdale.” Hillsdale ran a spread Dick Tobias, Independent Agent offense with no huddle and 210 S. State Street • Nashville plenty of passes. Their (across from Hometown Lumber) hurry-up offense gave the Lions little time to get set and going with a young team seniors graduated after (22 Are you satisfied with the performance last season) Maple Valley ofyour CDs? looked confused throughout - Do you have CDs that are maturing the game. this fall? But against Stockbridge - Are you looking for better growth? the Lions were back on their - Let an Allianz Life® equity-indexed game, though it took them a annuity provide higher potential yields! half to put things together. 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It stayed that way with standing speed, and Tyler to Lackscheide’s recovery, neither team moving the ball Christensen, a hard-nosed Micah Coplin came up with very effectively until just fullback who softened up the one, also. “We hit harder in the sec­ over two minutes remained defense with bone-crushing in the first half. dives. Lamphere finished ond half, more crisp tackling less grabbing,” Stockbridge’s Calvin Hoard with 89 yards rushing, 40 and capped an 80-yard, nine-play coming in the fourth quarter. Mittelstaedt said. “That’s the For the game, Maple intensity we have to maintain drive with an eight-yard touchdown run, but the Valley finished with 273 if we are going to keep improving. Next week we yards of total offense, 251 extra-point try failed. Statistically, the Panthers coming on the ground. have Albion (another SMAA controlled the first 24 min­ Stockbridge finished with a foe) and we need to be utes of play, racking up 143 respectable 219 yards, but sharp.” Mittelstaedt is pointing his total yards, while Maple managed only 76 in the team to the playoffs and entire second half. Valley managed only 58. “We look like we are start­ knows it will take six wins to Whatever Mittelstaedt said to his team in the locker ing to come together.” guarantee an appearance. room must have had an Mittelstaedt said. “We still Making the playoffs has effect, however, as the Lions have a lot of work to do, but become a virtual tradition for came out roaring in the third we have all the pieces. We the Lions and he does not quarter. just have to keep them plan to make this season an Maple Valley started their together.” exception. first drive on the half on their The defense was outstandown 27-yard-line and Andler showed a preview of what was to. come with a 37-yard run on the first play from scrimmage. Five plays later quarterback Matt Gordeneer threw one of only four pass­ es attempted in the game, a 22-yard scoring strike to T. J. Bentley. The game’s final score came with 1:08 left in the quarter when the Lions start­ ed again from their own 27 and moved 73 yards in just seven plays. Wood went the final two yards for the touch­ down and Gordeneer hit Adam Lamphere in the end zone for the two-point con­ version. Meanwhile, the Lion defense was up to its old self, Lion junior running back Timothy Wood looks for a holding Stockbridge to just way to dance around teammate Brad MacDonald during 33 yards in the quarter. 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Allendale didn’t have a run­ ner finish later than 13th overall. Maple Valley’s boys’ team was led by Mike Hall’s seventh place finish. That was a bit better than he finished at last Wednesday’s SMAA meet at Albion. The Lion boys finished last, with Hall placing tenth overall as an individual. “Our league’s pretty tough,” said Lion head coach Robb Rosin. “They actually ran pretty good times this week.” The Lions will be running against Delton Kellogg and Olivet at Delton Kellogg this afternoon, then at the Lakewood Invitational Thursday. Saturday, the Lions will be at Carson City. Now accepting new patients Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Blue PPO, Medicare, Medicaid and PPOM provider | �Tha Ukw Vatay Nwj. MwMW. Tmd^, SacMMbar 27.2006 - Page 9 Lions fall to Olivet and Stockbridge Maple Valley’s Dam Christensen fires up a shot in a crowd of Stockbridge players during Thursday night's SMAA contest at MVHS. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The Maple Valley vansty girls' basketball team put up a lough fight, but couldn't catch the Stockbridge Panthers in the second half of a *3441 Southern Michigan Activities Association low at home Thursday night. The Liam trailed by just three points at the break, but couldn't get their offense going in the third quarter as they were outscored 11-6 in the peri­ od. Stockbridge held on by connecting on 22 of its 36 free throw attempts in the game. Maple Valley bare­ ly shot as many free throws (23) as the Panthers made, as the Lions were forced to foul late in the hall game Danielle Christensen had a big night on the offensive end for the Lions climbed to second at last week’s SMAA jamboree ingbarftWyltodtoiti ■6 field) OffSUMpr •* fsuylWI by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Home hasn’t been the place to be this season in the Southern Michigan Activities Association. No home team has won a boys’ golf conference jam­ boree yet this season. The Maple Valley Lions would like to be the first when they host the conference Wednesday afternoon. Parma-Western took the title at Hillsdale last Tuesday, creating a three­ way tic at the top of the con­ ference with one jamboree and the conference tourna­ ment yet to be played. Parma-Western shot a 162 to edge out second place Maple Valley, which fin­ ished with a 167. ParmaWestern, Hillsdale, and Brooklyn Columbia Central are now all tied at the top of the league with 28 total points. Maple Valley is alone in fourth place with 19. “Everything seems to be evening out.” said Lion head coach John Hughes. “Unfortunately, we just fell behind there early in the sea­ son." The Lion boys were only behind Parma Western at the last jamboree thanks to a pair of 40 s from Adam Gonser and Joey James. Garrett VanEngcn added a 43 for Maple Valley, and Tyler Greenfield a 44. Thursday, the Lions were defeated by Olivet at Mulberry Fore Golf Course in Nashville, 166 to 171. VanEngcn led Maple Valley with a one-over 37. Ethan Griswold shot a 43, Greenfield 45. and McMillen JWlUEllER 12 YEARS EXPERIENCE ROOFING UCENSED & INSURED NEW CONSTRUCTION Scott Muelter. owwr Email: scottworksOiserv.net RE-ROOF TEAR OFFS (269) 948-ROOF miMW 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 III Mich. Lie. #23-1748 46. After this week’s jam­ boree. the Lions will head to Silver Lake Country Club in Rockford for their division 3 district tournament. Joining Maple Valley there will be the hosts from Grand Rapids West Catholic, as well as Allendale. Belding. Delton Kellogg, Calvin Christian. Hopkins. Kent City. Lansing Catholic Central. Otsego, Portland, Godwin Heights, and Kelloggsvilic. The post-season was expanded this year to include a district tournament for the first time. Hughes said he wished (here was more time between the last league jam­ boree and the district, but likes the idea of an expanded tourney. “I think it’s a good idea," said Hughes. “I think it gives a lot of players more chance to play at that level of com­ petition." The top six teams and top six individuals not on those six teams will advance to the regional tournament at Thornapple Creek Golf Course in Kalamazoo Oct. 7. Last week was a great one for the Lion jayvec boys' golf team. The junior squad won the SMAA jamboree last Tuesday, shooting a lower score than the varsity, although it played on a dif­ ferent nine. McMillen led the Lions with a 40. Griswold and Jared Smith each shot 41. while Chad Cogswell and Barry Roscoe shot .*42' The Lion junior varsity team also topped Olivet Thursday. 186 to 196. Rusty Harris shot a 44 to lead the Lions, while Kory Starks and Roscoe each shot 47. and David Benedict. Smith, and Nate Blakely all finished at 48. Lion she finisbed with 13 points. Chrisacasea was five of five from the free throw line. Amber Walz led all players with 19 points and eight steals for Stockbridge. Ashley Gonser added seven poitns for Maple Valley Stockbridge is now- 5-2 on the season and 1-1 in the SMAA. while the Lions fell to 0-8 and 0-2 in the conference. The Lions only game this week is a home contest against Brooklyn Columbia Central on Thursday night. Last Tuesday, the Lions lost a non-confcrcnce bat­ tle at Olivet 68-39. The Eagles, which arc ranked fourth in Class C. improved to 7-0 on the season with the win. Chelsea Ciba led the Eagles with ten points, ten steals, and seven assists. Mindy Newton led the Maple Valley attack w ith 15 points. Ciba was one of four Eagles in double figures. Betsy Fisk scored a team high with 13 points. Ashley Oberlin added 12 and Brita Kuiper 11. Maple Valley's Kristen Hummel fights to get around a Panther defender in the second half of Thursday night's home loss for the Lions. (Photo by Perry Hardin) For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 Attention, Hunters! Hometown Lumber has what you need for hunting AMUWUmTIOW CAILS fiame ounmnAR Call5 *FEDERAL SHOTSHELLS BRQAPHEAPS ARROWS HUN GAME TRACKER We custom Fletch arrows Stop by with your order today! HOMETOWN LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7JO a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • (517) 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.coni BOOTS �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, September 27, 2005 — Page 10 Issues on FOIA requests continue in Castleton Twp raises for township officials request for the legal bill by put on the ballot for the Aug. the FOIA coordinator should be reversed by the Board of The Castleton Township 2 election. In his letter, which the Castleton Township and any Board held a special meeting last Thursday evening to deal board accepted and put on other actions needed after the with Freedom of Information file during Thursday’s meet­ review should be implement­ Act (FOIA) requests from ing, Wiggins stated, “Since ed.” After officially receiving township resident Don this has their (supervisor and Wiggins and to pass a resolu­ clerk) public position on the Wiggins’ letter and placing it tion officially giving the legal bill, the material should on file, the board set a spe­ FOIA coordinator, Township be released by the board of cial meeting for 6 p.m. Township. Wednesday, Sept. 28, to Clerk Lorna Wilson, the Castleton authority to disclose or deny Assuming their public posi­ decide what action to take in tions on this matter are mis­ response to Wiggins’ appeal. requests as allowed by law. The board then passed a Before board members representations oftheir activ­ authorizing took any action, they went ities to the trustees, treasurer resolution into closed session at the and public concerning- the Wilson to either deny a request of Trustee Dave nature of legal services pro­ FOIA request “to the full DeMond to discuss ques­ vided by the law firm at their extent permitted by law” and tions about a bill from the request, it makes the release supporting “the use of all exemptions township’s attorney that he of the material more impor­ disclosure tant to ensure that the trust authorized by law, as wished to have clarified. After returning to open between elected officials and deemed necessary to protect the township’s interests,” session, the board unani­ the public is maintained...” Also in his letter, Wiggins and repealing “all resolutions mously approved a motion to officially receive and place alleges, “...That the payment and parts of resolutions in on file a letter from Wiggins, of the bill by Castleton conflict herewith are, to the dated Sept. 6, appealing Township may be an unlaw­ extent of such conflict...” Wilson’s denial of his FOIA ful expenditure as defined by Township Treasurer request for an unredacted the State of Michigan... If so, Loretta Pixley asked, “If we copy of the township’s legal it would seem that the por­ adopt this resolution one per­ bill from Law, Weathers and tion of any payment to Law son will have the right to Richardson. Weathers & Richardson that deny or issue information?” Wiggins previously has may be deemed to be an Wilson responded that she stated that he initially unlawful expenditure must requested a copy of the bill be recovered from the con­ when he was told by tracting parties by Castleton Township Supervisor Jud Township.” Cooley that that the legal He concluded his letter, fees were incurred as the “For all of the reasons set result of his successful peti­ forth above, it is my position Unemployed job seekers tion drive to have the issue of the denial of the FOIA in the Nashville and Vermontville area now can access Michigan Works on­ line from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wanted: Standing Timber Monday trough Friday at the Call Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH), located at the comer of Washington and Main streets Since 1980 in downtown Nashville. Leonard Hughes Jr. "It’s not a branch office for Michigan Works, it’s not associated with or run by Log With Michigan Works, but it is a by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer would only be able to deny requests according to exemp­ tions allowed by law such as personal information like social security numbers, dri­ ver’s license numbers, birth dates and information cov­ ered by attorney-client privi­ lege. Wiggins questioned the boards decision to adopt the resolution at this time, and giving just one person the right to approve or deny FOIA requests Wilson replied that she has been serving as the town­ ship’s FOIA coordinator and the board was adopting the resolution now because it did not do so in the mid-1970s when the Freedom of Information Act was enact­ ed. “We’re just beginning to amend things to meet today’s standards,” she said. “If someone else wants to be the FOIA coordinator they can have the job, It wouldn’t bother me at all.” The motion passed with Cooley, Wilson and Trustee Jerry Reese voting in favor Community Center has link to Michigan Works! Hughes Logging LLC (517) 852-9040 Horses or Skidder place of convenience where unemployed people can access the Michigan Works data banks, check on job opportunities, and write and post their resumes on-line," said MVCCOH volunteer Jerry Johnson. 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VERMONTVILLE 3 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa ofthe resolution, Pixley cast­ ing a dissenting vote and DeMond abstaining, “under advice from counsel to abstain from voting on any­ thing relating to the Freedom of Information.” When Cooley further questioned DeMond’s rea­ son for abstaining from the vote DeMond replied, “My understanding, as small as it is, Freedom of Information (Act) is the law of the land and we can do nothing to tweak it, twist it, embellish it in any way to make it fit our purposes, and this, to me, is looks one more hump to walk through.” “Ifwe are not able to with­ hold some information, it can be tweaked, embellished and used against us, it works both ways,” said Cooley. Before the board adjourned its meeting, DeMond stated that there has been a young man in the audience of recent board meeting who, “uses a great deal of explicits and profani­ ties to demean other mem­ bers of the audience and some of us on the board,” and recommended that Cooley, as chairman, “should instruct him to talk civilly or else get a law enforcement officer to throw his butt out of here.” Wiggins also asked to address the board before it adjourned. “I’d like to point out one thing... you have a problem with your closed session at your last meeting (Sept. 14). The reason is if you go into Section 15.268 (e) (of the Open Meetings Act) there is one rational given in there for meeting in closed session with (legal) counsel, ‘To consult with its attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with specific pending litigation, but only if a open meeting would have a detrimental financial effect on the litigat­ ing or settlement position of the public body.’” Wiggins then read a quote from the supervisor’s manu­ al, ‘“The right to hold private or executive meetings of the township board has been severely limited under the Open Meetings Act.’ “I would suggest to you that when you met last week you were in violation of the Open Meetings Act and that means I can now request, through a FOIA request, a copy of the minutes and a copy of the handouts from that meeting,” he added. “I think there needs to be some time spent in the township, reading some of these things, before doing some of these things, and you wouldn’t have some of the difficulties you are having at this partic­ ular point in time.” “Excuse me, but can you answer a question for me, Don?” asked Wilson. “When we had an attorney present and he’s the one that wrote everything for us, he assured us that we could go into closed session, it’s his job as legal advisor. Now, are you telling me that the attorney gave us, quote, unquote, ‘bad advice?”’ Wiggins responded that there was no pending litiga­ tion, so there was no reason for closed session that was known to him and he intend­ ed to FOIA the township board for information from that meeting. “I’ll get clarification on that and where we have to go,” said Wilson. “I read this appeal of yours, Mr. Wiggins, and...” said Cooley. “We’re not going to deal with that tonight,” said Wilson, who then made a motion to adjourn the meet­ ing, which was approved. Scott Stickles Backhoe Work 517-736-4049 s | Free Estimates No job too small. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 27,2005 - Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on a rezoning request for 1008 Reed St. from Industrial to Business 1. If you wish to comment in writing on this rezoning you must do so by October 13, 2005, and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St, P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. 06615935 J. Cooley. All board members were present. There was many people from the public In attendance. Approved the agenda with the addition of a closed session. Minutes from the August meet­ ing and the Public Hearing (8-31­ 05) approved as printed. Amended the budget. Approved a transfer from gen­ eral fund to township improve­ ment fund. Accepted the treasurer’s report subject to audit. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 13,333.08. There was no unfinished busi­ ness. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Heard a presentation from Dixie Stadel-Manshum and two people from the state on tax abatements and how they worked. 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The County Board now will take up the issue at its next regularly scheduled meeting at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, on the fourth floor of the Barry County courthouse. The special meeting last Friday afternoon was sched­ uled after a public hearing Monday, Sept. 28, during which a majority of about 100 members of the audi­ ence expressed opposition to the plan as presented. Much of the opposition centered around the designation of much of eastern Barry County as agricultural, a move many farmers in the area said would infringe on their property rights. During Friday’s special meeting, the commission approved a motion to amend the proposed master, accord­ ing to a recommendation made in a letter from 5th District County Commissioner and Planning Commissioner Mike Calltdn. Callton recommended striking the first line of the last paragraph on page 148 of the master plan which read, “While single-family residential development may be appropriate in limited por­ tions of the area, subdivi­ sions and condominium developments would under­ mine the overall intent ofthe area, and would not be per­ mitted.” Before submitting his let­ ter to the Planning and Zoning Commission, Callton talked with a couple of other County Board members, some members of his agri­ cultural constituency, a member of the agricultural preservation board and other members of the planning and zoning board. Earlier in the week Callton said that he felt that small change to the master plan was all that would be neces­ sary to make it equitable for all areas of the county and get it approved in timely manner. “Some people are saying that the outlook for the mas­ ter plan is dismal, that it won’t pass,” he said. “Conversely, I think the ends of the circle are starting to come together. There is light at the end of the tunnel and I think there is an opportunity that we can find a compro­ mise that is acceptable to everyone.” The board also approved a motion adding TDR and PDR language to section D of page 165 of the master plan. A motion to eliminate the mining and extraction fees found on page 131 of the proposed master plan was defeated 5-1 with Chuck posed plan when it was pre­ sented to the board of com­ missioners. After the vote to recom­ mend the master plan to the Barry County Board of “A lot of these people have farmed this land all their lives, and if they are at retirement age and they want to split their land up, I don’t feel that I can tell them that they can’t... That’s their retirement fund. They didn’t work in a factory and have all of the frills that the factory offered. They saved by holding on to this land and going through hard times, I really have trouble with that we in government can tell them what they can do with their land.” — Judy Wooer, Barry Twp. Treasurer Nieves casting the sole vote in its favor. Others on the board said that they were not trying to discourage small operations or individuals mining their land for their own use, however, they felt that fees should be assessed to large commercial opera­ tions therefore the language should remain in the pro- Commissioners as amended, Planning and Zoning Commissioner John Warren commended those who had come to the public hearing the previous Monday evening. “I just want to make a comment to you personally, See PLAN, page 2 Local student nominated for ‘Spirit of Community’ Daniel Benedict from part of a missions team that Maple Valley High School traveled to Mexico to assist has been nominated to the people with construction receive the Prudential Spirit projects and Bible schools. of Community award. At Maple Valley, Benedict This award recognizes is part of the leadership class middle level and high school that provides many services youth solely on the basis of to the school and communi­ volunteer work in their com­ ty, including homecoming preparation, filling food bas­ munities. “This program gives us an kets, collecting for hurricane opportunity to applaud victims, assisting with the deserving young volunteers local blood drive, and others. “He is always willing to and to inspire other young people to get involved in help out a staff member or community service activi­ classmate who needs his ties," said school counselor assistance,” Yager said. Former U.S. Secretary of Dawn Yager. Benedict is very active in State Madeleine Albright his youth group at said, "The Prudential Spirit public at the current time or der why legal expenses of Vermontville Bible Church. of Community Initiative is in the past. Consequently, I $1,800 were incurred to He has participated in many important because it shows withdraw my appeal because defend non-disclosure by the service projects including America at its best. There are elected officials will spend township and outstanding lawn raking, shut-in visita­ a lot of ways to gain recogni­ all of the township’s limited legal bills still remain to be tion, nursing home visitation, tion in schooloby scoring resources on this matter, paid to keep the public from teaching children and more. assuming I don’t cease and seeing nothing,” he said. This past summer, he was See STUDENT, page 4 desist.” “My withdrawal of my Wiggins initially request­ appeal does not mean that I ed a copy of the bill earlier will fade away or future this year when he was told FOIA requests will not be that the bill was the result of submitted. If anything, elect­ his petition to put the issue of ed officials will always find salary increases for township me listening and analyzing • The Revue to present ‘The Quilters’ officials on the election bal­ because their actions have Oct. 6-9 lot in August. proved to me that they need • ‘Making High School Count’ Despite the withdrawal of oversight from the public, his appeal, which he submit­ wanted or not. program set for Oct. 11 ted in writing to the board at “Finally, it seems to me • Mothers Helpers enjoy new child their request, he still ques­ that the advice at the last tioned the board’s decision scheduled township meeting, care center to redact a legal bill that did by an attendee is appropriate, • Lions last team to earn trip to not contain anything of a parties retaining lawyers to Division 3 regionals sensitive nature. “But it all makes me wonSee FO/A, page 6 Castleton Twp. resident withdraws FOIA appeal by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Don Wiggins last Wednesday night withdrew his appeal of the Castleton Township Board’s decision to deny his Freedom of Information ACT request for unredacted copy of the a legal bill of $1,745 from Law, Weathers & Richardson, dated June, 16, 2005. ' The board unanimously approved the withdrawal of his appeal. Wiggins said that he was withdrawing his appeal because he had received ver­ bal confirmation from town­ ship officials as to the con­ tent of the bill and he wished to save the expense of extra legal fees. r “The classification of a legal bill as a secret and the ongoing expenditure of lim­ ited township funds for legal bills led me to float a tele­ phone compromise with township officials after the special meeting last week in Castleton Township,” he said. “My proposal allowed me to be satisfied that Castleton Township had not paid any unlawful expendi­ tures when it paid that legal bill... The deal I made with the officials was verbal con­ firmation from them that the bill was for the expenses to draft ballot language and reviewing petition language to ensure they would be legal and not considered unlawful. The bills do not contain any­ thing of an inflammatory or secret nature that would jus­ tify non-disclosure to the In This Issue �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 4, 2005 — Page 2 PLAN, continued from page previous public hearings. He also told the audfence that the population grew by 13% during the past decade and if growth continues at its cur­ rent rate, the county will have an additional 23,000 residents in 20 years, a num­ ber that could reach 40,000 by 2045. He went on to say that a master plan is important because it helps preserve nat­ ural features such as lakes, streams and open farmland, which attract new residents to the area that may be undermined by unchecked development. Kilpatrick noted that a total of 54,941 acres in Barry County are already preserved by the state and or are publicly or quasi-publicly owned, which includes state land and regu­ lated wetlands. “Rural conservation des­ ignation is kind of the next all of you who stood up on Monday night, you all partic­ ipated in the best American tradition of the good old town hall meeting. I thank you all for showing up.” . During Monday’s hearing, each member ofthe audience was given an opportunity to express his or her opinion on the proposed master plan after watching a presentation by Jay Kilpatrick from Williams & Works in Grand Rapids, the engineering consulting.firm in Grand Rapids hired by the county to help produce the plan. Killpatrick spoke about how the plan was conceived, what it entailed and how it could be implemented. He began his presentation with an overview of the approximately 24-month process that went into the creation of the proposed master plan, including four step up then,” he added. “Going from not very inten­ sive development to slightly more intensive development, about 32,000 acres fall into this category. These are areas, based on all the input we have received, through­ out the process that have pristine natural features they include stream corridors... they may include wetlands. In this area we are going to look at very limited develop­ ment, where people could organize their development in a way so we don’t under­ mine the features that gives appeal to the property. This would be a TDR (Transfer of Development Rights) send­ ing area. Where people could send their development rights and continue to own and enjoy their property.” Transfer of Development Rights means a landowner could sell development Your homeowners policy comes with something extra... STAN eal people. 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Kilpatrick went on to break down the proposed zoning: Country residential is a zoning for the rural residen­ tial agricultural mix, which already exists in much of the county. The 177,980 acres zoned country residential a TDR sending area, which would provide for gradual low-density development and continued agriculture. Lakefront Residential, is a designation for 5,400 acres of land where development will be allowed according to “the nature of the lake.” It would be a TDR sending area. “Some development is likely where the lakes can support it,” said Kilpatrick. Low density residential zones, 2,037 acres outside of development centers and urban areas, are meant to encourage growth and devel­ opment in clusters around those areas. It would be a TDR receiving area with approximately one or two units per acre. Areas desig­ nated low density include Irving, Yankee Springs and Rutland townships. Kilpatrick said there would be, “a very .small amount” of moderate density residential areas, “Again, most of that type of develop­ ment will occur in centers of development, not in the out­ lying areas ofthe county,” he said. Moderate density zones would be TDR receiving areas. Approximately 2,429 acres have been designated as centers, which are already “I’m totally against this, I hope the commis­ sioners and the plan­ ning board turn this down. To me, this is nothing but commu­ nism, I don’t know what else you would call it." — Earl Wilson, Baltimore Twp. Resident would have its own sub-plan. These areas would be TDR receiving areas. In addition, 1,232 acres outside of urban areas have been designated industrial. Agriculture is the second largest zoning area in the proposed master plan with 85,173 acres. “Agricultural areas are intended for the primary pur­ pose of farming,” said Kilpatrick. “There will be housing in them, no question about it, There’s housing in them now, but the primary goal of the agricultural dis­ trict is to serve farming and the present needs of the agri­ cultural industry.” Some development would be allowed in these areas, but there would be limits on non­ farm developments. There would be no condominiums or subdivisions allowed. It would be a TDR sending area. Kilpatrick also noted that, due to comments and input during the four previous public hearings, held in each of the four quadrants of Barry County, some changes had been made in the plan. 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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 Morning Worship .9:45 a.m. 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) ' Church Service........ Sunday School......... ........ 9 a.m. .10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 8 a § Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. 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Children’s Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School. A.M. Service...... P.M. Service..... ................... 10 ...11:15 a.m. ................... 6 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................. 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville 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 PASTOR MATT ROHDE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship............ . Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 See PLAN, next page HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown Hastings on State St. DIGITAL STEREO _9_4__5_-_S__H_O__W___ Q NO PASSES Free drink rofills * 25t corn refills! SHOWTIMES 10/4 -10/6 IF R E El FALL MATINEES SATURDAYS. 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ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH rezoned from agricultural to country residential, mainly around the two four-comers areas of Hastings, Castleton, Baltimore and Maple Grove Townships and Baltimore, Maple Grove, Johnstown and Assyria townships. “There is still about 85,000 acres and our goal was to preserve 100,000, but you recognize that within the country residential and the preserved lands category, agriculture is still planned to continue,” said Killpatrick, who added. “It worked the other way too... so about 9,700 acres went the other way, was changed from country residential to ag. The greatest change there was in Carlton Township, just north of Hastings and another chunk down in the far south­ east comer in Assyria Township where there was good ag ground. So, in total, we only decreased the agri­ cultural by about 2,400 acres.” Kilpatrick also noted that the stream corridor buffer width was decreased from 500 to 100 feet. During his presentation Killpatrick, likened the mas- Sunday Services: ................. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ............ 11 :®0 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a’.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. • Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 4,2005 — Page 3 PLAN, continued from previous page ter plan to a blueprint, the county to a house and plan­ ning and zoning as the tool box that would be used to build the house. Fred Jacobs, a lifelong resident of Barry County and vice president of J-Ad Graphics, said later that there was a basic flaw with Killpatrick’s analogy. “You’ve got a blue print, a house and toolbox, but he forgot the owners. The peo­ ple of Barry County are the owners and they don’t like the blueprint. There is no buy-in from the owners,” he said. Most of the comments from the audience, the majority of them farmers from Eastern Barry County, said they were opposed to the master plan as presented, saying that the proposed plan would take away their prop­ erty rights and decrease the value of their land. David Yonker of Carlton Township was one of the first property owners given the opportunity to speak dur­ ing the public hearing. “From what I can figure out, this master plan is being put in place by 35 to 40 peo­ ple who want farmland preservation money. This is bad public policy when the plan helps so few and hurts so many. Let me remind all government officials that the United States Constitution was formed to make the people’s liberty secure, not only against foreign tax but also against oppression by their own government. This master plan oppresses land owners and-limits their capi­ talistic opportunities to only what the county government says is OK. The Fourth Amendment of the Bill of Rights says it is the right of the people to, ‘be secure in their person, houses, papers and effects against all unrea­ sonable searches and seizures.’ The county gov­ ernment and this master plan, in my opinion, unreasonably seizes my private property for my own use.” Carol Newton, a former state representative for the area and former county supervisor, also opposed the master plan as presented. “I think this is an unwise move... I think it goes too far. I’ve read some of this material and you’ve got to read and reread it to realize how broad it is. You have to understand what every word means in that... it sounds pretty good as you glance over it but it’s so flexible you could do almost anything. “There’s just one state­ ment here, it says, ‘Uses in this designation may include single family dwellings, resource conservation and resource based production and natural resource recre­ ation, in addition, environ­ mentally friendly agricultur­ al activity that do not perma­ nently and negatively modi­ fy the natural landscape of the area may be permitted.’ “Now that could be if you’re going to harvest some of your timber, you have to have permission to harvest your timber? Anything that you’re going to change may be termed to be negatively impacting the area,” he added. “I just can’t support this at this time.” “I’m totally against this, I hope the commissioners and the planning board turn this down. To me, this is nothing but communism, I don’t know what else you would call it,” said Earl Wilson from Baltimore Township. Tom Dawson, who has been farming in Maple Grove Township for 30 years, said he didn’t need the government’s help in paying for and farming his land and he felt that he should have the same property rights as those whose land is zoned “Some people are saying that the outlook for the master plan is dismal, that it won’t pass. Conversely, I think the ends of the circle are starting to come together. There is light at the end of the tunnel and I think there is an opportunity that we can find a compromise that is acceptable to everyone.” — Mike Callton, 5th District County Commissioner country residential. Sandra Belson, also from Maple Grove Township, said she opposed the master plan, saying, “I think it is dictato­ rial to private property own­ ers’ rights.” She also objected to the plan’s mining objective which would charge property owners a fee to mine sand or gravel on their own land, “We have some independent contractors in that business who would be harmed greatly by that feature (of the master plan).” Mattie Jennings, from Maple Grove Township said the plan would decrease the value of farm land in the areas designated for agricul­ ture. She also said she felt the survey of county residents by Williams & Works was “poorly done. I think if you go back and look at it, it was like surveying people that weren’t even in the green (agriculture) zone. They did­ n’t have any input on it and I think we should have the same rights as the people in Qiana’s Q^ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling xT->- MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thomapple Lake Rd. |06605468 the (country residential) area.” Williams & Works sent surveys to a random sample of 10% of the registered vot­ ers in Barry County. After the meeting, Jacobs confronted McManus and said that if the county and Williams & Works wanted a larger and truer random sam­ pling of Barry County resi­ dents, they should have put an insert in The Reminder which is delivered to every home in Barry County, giv­ ing everyone in the county an opportunity to participate in the survey. Steve Barnum from Woodland Township also felt the survey was flawed because there didn’t appear to be any effort on the com­ mittee’s part to contact school districts within the county about the master plan. He noted that since school funding is determined largely on the number of stu­ dents it serves, limiting growth and development in certain areas of the county could have a negative impact on schools in those areas. Larry Carpenter from Assyria Township said his big concern was that he did- 1-517-852-9481 8 n’t want the county to tell him what he could do with his farm. “I’ve been there 50 years. I’ve owned it for 40 almost and it’s my right’ to do with it what I want to do. I’m not planning on developing it or selling it, but I figure that it’s my right.” His words were echoed by many other long-time farm­ ers in the audience, including Earl Wilson from Castleton Township, who said, “I can’t help but think that the property value in the (country residential) area is going to increase while the property value in the (agricultural zone) will decrease... People don’t tell you can’t withdraw from your bank account and I don’t think anyone should be able to tell us we can’t withdraw from our farm­ land.” Judy Wooer, a Barry Township Board member, said, “A lot of these people have farmed this land all their lives and if they are at retirement age, if they want to split their land up, I don’t feel that I can tell them that they can’t split that land up. That’s their retirement fund. They didn’t work in a facto­ ry and a have all of the frills that the factory offered. They saved by holding on to this land and going through hard times, I really have trouble with that we, in government can tell them what they can do with their land.” Marianne Landon said, “My husband and I were both bom in Carlton Township and we were mar­ ried for 52 years, he passed away a year ago. I am not for (the master plan) and I know that my husband wouldn’t have been... this is our retire­ ment. We worked all of our lives and put away what little money we had left after we paid taxes... and I just don’t agree with the board, I think they need to take more time to study this.” Ted McKelvey from Maple Grove Twp. said that he is a “strong believer” in the preservation of farmland, “However, I think it should be done voluntarily, such as purchasing your development rights. There aren’t very many programs that are available, but I’m sure there will be some more. I think to put the restrictions on to us in the ag zone are unreasonable and I think you need to take another look at this and consider our rights.” When Jacobs was given the floor he said, “I’m just here as an interested citizen. I’ve lived in Barry County all my life and I’ve written up a lot about it. “You’re dealing with one of the most important things probably for people around here and that’s their land. There’s so much government intervention in our lives every day that when you start talking about their land and what they can do with it, you’re going to bring a lot of people out because it is a very emotional subject and one I don’t think they are going to take lightly. “It’s easy when you go out and hire a hit man to come in and do a lot of your work for you, but you have to get these people involved,” he continued. “You said you had these meetings but they really weren’t very well attended. I had one of my staff at each one of these meetings and this is the largest audience that you’ve ever had. It’s because you’ve got to the end and you have people feeling pretty threatened as to what’s going to happen since you’ve brought who think you need to get this process over by a certain date. I wouldn’t worry about that date too much,” he advised.” I’d take a little more time and listen to more people and have meetings like this in four or five quad­ rants and try to get more people out.” George Hubka from stock farmer in Castleton Township, also expressed mixed feelings about the pro­ posed master plan. He said that while unchecked devel­ opment on the land sur­ rounding his operation could limit future expansion, he was also concerned about the plan taking away property rights. ‘Tm a little torn with the whole process. I do realize that the intrusion of housing in agriculture land is a continuing problem. But I also know that many farmers have borrowed money by the boatloads and work for some pretty cheap wages. And, at some point in time, if somebody wants to make a dollar by developing their land, I don’t think they should be deprived.” — Dave DeMond, Castleton Twp. Trustee Maple Grove Township “It’s a very tough choice,” likened the master plan to “a he said. weapon of mass destruction John Lenz, a farmer in for property rights in Barry Hastings Township, said he County.” was, “encouraged by the However, there were also insight and foresight the many in the audience who board has to develop the had a more moderate view of plan.” However, he also said that while he had no plans to the proposed plan. Dave Demond, a farmer develop his land, he would from Castleton Township like to have the option to do and a member of the so in future years, and rec­ Township Board, said they ommended that the Planning felt the county needs to have Commission, “play around,” a plan, but were not pleased with the details of master with the one that was being plan a little more and make presented by the planning sure that those affected by commission. the plan understand how it “I’m a little tom with the will impact them. whole process,” he said. “I Wes Nolan said he also do realize that the intrusion felt that a master plan was of housing in agriculture needed, but the proposed land is a continuing problem. plan needed some work, But, I also know that many “Before we trash the whole farmers have borrowed plan, we need to look into it money by the boatloads and carefully to make sure that work for some pretty cheap­ there are no critical issues wages. And, at some point in that we need to address at time, if somebody wants to this time. We need to learn make a dollar by developing more about the details and their land, I don’t think they how this is going to work.” should be deprived. So, like I Many ofthose in the audi­ said, I’m tom. I don’t want to ence were concerned with see all the farmland in our the details of how the trans­ area developed... I was a lit- fer of development rights tle appalled that Castleton was going to work. Township got painted with a Killpatrick said during his brush as all farmland presentation that that was because there’s some good something that would be farmland in Castleton worked out in the future. Many of the people in the Township, marginal land in Castleton Township and audience sad they felt the there’s a lot of flood plain in commission needed to take a Castleton Township and you closer look at the details of folks have to respect that at TDRs and other aspects of some point in time.” up developmental rights, See PLAN, page 5 Gordon Endsley, a livethat’s not really every been brought up. There’s a lot of things about this plan that you have to take one step at a Vermontville time if you are really going to be a representative government of the people who put you in these positions. You’ve got to spend more time educating people about the process. Take pieces of Ni§ht it, divide it up, and maybe have more meetings like this. “Like I said, this is the Tuesday, October 11th largest meeting you’ve had • 7:00 p.m. • where citizens have a chance to really to say what is both...at the Congregational Church ering them, and the big thing that bothers everyone of in Vermontville these people as you go FREE MEAL -Serving Swiss Steak and around this room is the one thing that they have that is all the trimmings our most important asset and FREE ENTERTAINMENT! it is the land that they live on. Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club “Don’t get in a big rush Ph. 517-726-0286 just because there are people . Annual Senior Citizens �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, October 4. 2005 — Page 4 STUDENT, continued from page 1 touchdowns or becoming class president or becoming class president or winning an academic prize. But from the point of view of our commu­ nities and country, young Hobert J. Dipert Jr. NASHVILLE - Hobert J. Dipert Jr., age 80, of Hastings passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2005 peacefully at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Dipert was bom in Walkerton, IN on March 5, 1925, the son of the late Hobert J. and Sofa (Radtke) Dipert. He was raised in the Edwardsburg area and attended area schools there. Hobert served in the U.S. Army from Sept 28, 1945 until August 3, 1948, earn­ ing the rank of Sgt Hobert served his country during WWI1 as a Military Police Officer assigned to the European Theater. Hobert specialized in military itelligence. During his service time he was decorated with the Army of Occupational Medal and WWII Victory Medal. Hobert spent the majority of his working career as a Mobile Home Builder at American Coach where he was employed for over 20 years. He retired in 1988 at the age of 63. He is survived by his daughters, Cindy (David) Williams and Mildred Montoya; sons, David (Barbara) Dipert and Dan (Diane) Dipert. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, and five great grand- people who excel at public service are a very special Memorial services with full military honors will be held at Fort Custer National Cemetery, in Augusta, at 11 am on Friday, October 7, with Pastor Jeff Arnett offi­ ciating. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to Thomapple Manor. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville.- the future.” children. Frances Josephine Cogswell SARASOTA, FLORIDA Frances Josephine Cogswell, age 83, of Sarasota, Florida (formerly of Nashville) died at 4:30 p.m. on September 20,2005 in Sarasota. Mrs. Cogswell was bom on May 31, 1922 in Evart. She was raised in Maple Grove Township and attend­ ed Maple Grove and Nashville schools, graduat- ing in 1939. She was employed by Consumers Powers Company in Hastings and Lansing for over 21 years. She a life-long member of the Homemakers Extension Service. Mrs. Cogswell is survived by her sons, David and Michael and her daughter-in­ law, Mary Cogswell, all of Sarasota, Florida, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Services will be held in October at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice or the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements are being made by Wren Funeral Home. source of strength and a reason for great optimism about Bring your film to J-Ad Graphics PRINT PLUS for quality film High School counselor Dawn Yager presents Daniel Benedict with a community service award. processing. The Revue to present ‘The Quilters’ Oct. 6-9 Elizabeth Skedgell GREENSBURG, KY Elizabeth Skedgell, age 83, of Greensburg, KY, formerly of Nashville, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2005 in Greensburg, KY. Funeral services for Mrs. Skedgell will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 7, 2005 at Nashville United Methodist Church. The family will receive visitors from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, October 6, at the Daniels Funeral Home. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville. ‘Our ramify 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 K (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville ______________ eo.mes & Famiy Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526, The all-lady cast for the Vermontville Revue’s presentation of “QUILTERS-,” direct­ ed by Laura McDermott Smith from Lake Odessa, will be in action at 7 p.m. Oct. 6, 7 and 8 and at 3 p.m. Oct. 8 and 9. Smith has been in many shows both on stage, directing, and playing piano. The cast includes Amanda Wells, Kimberly Knoll, Muriel Wieland, Bekah Welch, Brandy Waldon, Shanna Shoemaker and Heather Wortley. All of the girls except Wortley have been on The Revue stage before. “The Quilters,” a musi­ cal drama, will be per­ formed at the Revue in Vermontville at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6, 7 and 8, with 3. p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8 and 9. Adult tickets are $8, senior citizens and stu­ dents $7 and children under 12 are $5.> Call 269­ 367-4455 or e-mail therevue 1 @yahoo.com The cast includes seven actresses from Lakewood and Maple Valley — Muriel Wieland from Vermontville, Heather Wortley from Lake Odessa, Bekah Welch from Nashville, Brandi Walden from Nashville, Kim Knoll from Nashville, Shanna Shoemaker from Vermontville, Laura Smith from Lake Odessa and Amanda Wells from Sunfield. The play is produced by Bill Reynolds, who also made the sets. The musical was adapt­ ed from the book "The Quilters: Women and Domestic Art," an oral history compiled by Patricia Cooper and Norma Bradley Allen. The two-act play celebrates the life of pioneer women in 1800s. It includes stories of child­ hood, fires, love, mar­ riage, childbirth and death. The music and lyrics are mainly lyrics from poems, hymns and traditional folk songs. There will be quilts made by area quilters on display at the Revue dur­ ing the play. Lakewood Habitat for Humanity Swiss Steak Dinner Zion Lutheran Church (314 ofa mile south ofLakewood High School at 6261 Velte Road, Woodland Saturday, October 15, 4:30-7:00 p.m. Featuring delicious homemadepie. A free will offering will be received. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will contribute significantly to offerings received, �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 4,2005 — Page 5 PLAN, continued from page 3 the proposed plan, saying that many parts of it were too vague and undefined and they did not feel comfortable with it as presented. County Commissioners Clare Tripp and Sandy James were in the audience and while they both expressed their feelings that the county needed to go ahead with the master plan, they wanted to assure their constituents that they did not want to rush into making ai decision. James suggested that a “middle ground” could be found with regard to the agricultural zoning. Later during the meeting McManus read letters from individuals and other gov­ ernment which he had received in response to the proposed master plan, including resolutions from both Castleton and Maple Grove townships rejecting the master plan and propos­ ing that their townships be zoned country residential rather than agricultural. However, not all individu­ als and groups in the county were opposed to the master plan as presented, but rather had suggestions for how it could be amended. Dennis Pennington from the Michigan State (MSU) University Extension Cooperative Service said that a statewide purchase of development rights program had recently come to their attention and the Walker Bill that would provide property tax reliefto landowners. “Both of those two things require very specific things in the language of the county’s master plan, so I put together that lan­ guage that we need to qualify for the property tax relief and to qualify for the TDR funding,” he said before pre­ senting the commission with a copy of the language he mentioned. Rick Lawrence, a resident of Barry Township and a representative from Barry County Farm Bureau, read a resolution from his organiza­ tion which basically asked for changes in language which would bring the mas­ ter plan into better conformi­ ty with existing state and federal guidelines and rec­ ommended that fees not be charged for mining opera­ tions nor an ordinance passed with regarding to such operations. As a sixth generation farmer in Barry County, Lawrence, also made a per­ sonal statement: “I would like to say that I think this farmland preservation process... actually, right now we have 46 applicants; the only way we can get those done is if we get some state money involved and some federal money... It’s ongoing and I think it is really going to happen here in Barry County. “I think one of the best ways to see farmland pre­ served is through the TDR process,” he added. “The people who are building homes are the ones who are going to pay for preserving farmlands. ‘The beautiful thing about this meeting tonight is that it has identified the biggest areas of concern. It is obvious, it seems to me, that we have two things to worry about. I think there is a lot of misunder­ standing about PDRs and TDRs. I hear a lot of peo­ ple saying the county is going to buy their farm. The county doesn’t buy farms. That’s not part of it, that has to be clearly understood. And, secondly, there’s this whole issue about zoning and agriculture zon­ ing. I really think, and a lot of people have said this, if you can have some focus meetings just on that, so you are assured that people do understand what PDRs and TDRs are, then I think it is easier to move forward. We have to move forward. We can’t go into the future without a plan. Everybody will have their way with us and we won’t like the result.” — Don Drummond, Irving Township plan need to be looked at a “So far what we’re used little bit closer, but it does to, the process we have to go need to go forward, you through to get funds back put can’t ignore it. We’ve got a of our land and be able to problem coming that we retire, and I’m getting ready have to look at. ‘If we fail to to retire, that process is to plan, we plan to fail, he sell it to the highest bidder,” said adding that while he said Wing. “What we are try­ understands why some feel ing to do is give you two... or that the plan takes away their three more options for get­ rights, he does not feel that ting money out of your prop­ way. ‘It’s not a taking of erty. With two of thoserights, it’s more of another options, you still have your property and you can do with option.” Paul Wing from Assyria it... and, I’ve heard a lot of Township, a member of the this tonight, that rights are Farmland Preservation being taken from your prop­ Board, who helped create the erty, the only right that is proposed master plan, spoke going to be taken from this in favor of the master plan property, from the way I and stated that he felt it understand it, is that you offered farmers, “other won’t be able to develop it. options.” You’ll be able to farm it, “I have to say I’m for it. you’ll be able to sell it, you’ll There are a lot of things that be able break up parts ofit, if have been happening in the you don’t want to preserve it you can set parts of it aside Congratulations so that it can be built on. There are so many options Marty that you can do. “There’s a whole lot of & negatives, but I really think Whitney it’s because there is a whole lot of misunderstanding and Shilton we don’t really know every­ For being chosen thing that is involved,” he Students of the Month concluded. at SS Maple Jr. Sr. Noreen Robinson of | High School Irving Township, a who was member of the advisory board for the master plan for the northwest quadrant ofthe Carrol county, said that she “begged people to come to the public Penedict's hearings,” but not many peo­ ple attended them. “We worked very hard on Birthday! this... we. tried, we really Please join the tried,” she said in defense of Benedict Family in Celebration the master plan. of his 90th Birthday. Cathy Strickland, from An Open House is Yankee Springs, who was planned on Saturday, also a part of the citizens Oct. 8, 2005 advisory committee said, “I from 2:00 - 5:00PM should probably stand close At the Sunfield United Brethren Church to the door when I say this Located West of Sunfield but I think this is a great on M-43 plan. I think we have some Refreshments will be served. 90th misinformation and some misunderstanding about what this plan is all about. “This is a plan that pro­ tects your retirement, it does­ n’t take away your property rights,” she said. “You can still develop your property. This is a blueprint, this is not the tool box. The tool box, the zoning ordinances is what tell you what you can and cannot do with your property. “I’m from Yankee Springs where and at this time our ag land can be developed, one house to three acres, and our people out there are telling us that that is too small. They want ag land preserved,” she added. “I think we would need a room three times the size of this if we didn’t have planning, if we just allowed development to happen in a willy-nilly-type way, the rest of the people in the county would be ready to lynch us. “No one is doing this to try to hurt the farmers or take away your property rights, this is a blueprint. It’s a plan. If we didn’t have this, what­ ever industry, gravel pit, wastewater treatment, land­ fill was allowed to come on the parcel next to you, I dare say your property wouldn’t be worth so much then to a residential developer. It’s valuable to you as your retirement because it is gor­ geous. It is wonderful prop­ erty and the parcel next to you is the same, and the par­ cel after that is the same. We protect all these naturally beautiful things in our coun­ ty,” said Strickland. “I understand a lot of the com­ ments you are making but I really think that we need more information on this, to give to you, so you know what the real impact is. “And where were you when we were- trying to put this committee together?” she asked. “You come out now at the last minute, we needed you.” Don Drummond from Irving Township thanked the commission for coming up with the plan, adding, “The county needs a plan, whether it is this plan or not is still up for grabs, but we do need a plan We’ve got to figure out how we are going to go into the future. “The beautiful thing about this meeting tonight is that it has identified the biggest area of concern. It is obvi­ ous, it seems to me, that we have two things to worry about. I think there is a lot of misunderstanding about PDRs and TDRs. I hear a lot of people saying the county is going to buy their farm. The county doesn’t buy farms. That’s not part of it, that has to be clearly under­ stood. And, secondly, there’s this whole issue about zon­ ing, and agriculture zoning. I really think, and a lot ofpeo- ple have said this, ifyou can have some focus meetings just on that, so you are assured that people do under­ stand what PDRs and TDRs are, then I think it is easier to move forward. We have to move forward. We can’t go into the future without a plan. Everybody will have their way with us and we won’t like the result,” he said. Mike Callton, the Barry County Commissioner for the 5th District, which includes Castleton, Maple Grove and Woodland Townships, where most of the land has been zoned agri­ cultural, admits that there is a flaw in the proposed master plan. “The present plan stifles residential growth in stag­ nant areas of the county while leaving malignant growth in other areas of the county unchecked,” he said, referring to data that showed that Castleton, Maple Grove and Woodland townships had grown at 2.8%, 5% and 5.3%, respectively, from 1990 to 2000 while Irving, Rutland Charter Township and Yankee Springs Township had grown at 40.9%, 30.2% and 43.25% during the same time. Dear Friends, We want to thank youfor 27 years ofloyalty and friendship. We came into this community as a young couple with a small child andyou welcomed us with open arms. In the process we have shared each other’s hopes, dreams, joys and sorrows. We have watched each other’s children and grandchildren grow and thenfind their own place in the world. It has meant so much to us to be a part ofthis community. We cannot think ofanother place where we would rather live. We also want to thank all the wonderful employees we have had over the years. They have been part ofourfamily andpart ofyours. When you are surrounded by people who care it is a pleasure to go to work. As we got closer to retirement we were concerned about who we would sell our business to. We wanted someone who wouldfind theirplace in this community, too. We knew when the time was right God would send some­ one to us. Wefeel that Shane and Lori McNeill are those people. They are loving, caring, family orientedpeople who will take good care ofMace Pharmacy, the employees and the people ofthis community. We ask you to welcome them with the same open arms with which you welcomed us. Our plansfor the immediatefuture are to travel and spend more time with our children and grandchildren. We will continue to live in Nashville and hope to see you all around town. May God bless you all as he has blessed us, ^Dai/e and LKatluy uUace 06616473 r; �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 4,2005 — Page 6 FOIA, continued from page 1 cover up nothing should pay in the fact that if I am a par­ that might affect something the freight for the charade, ticipant in spending public in the future,” said Cooley. “Ifthere is a bill that need­ not the taxpayers,” he added. money, the public has a right “It would have only cost me to know. I know you and I ed to be redacted (in the 75 cents, at the current rate have disagreed on that; but future) that would be a dif­ of 25 cents a page, to see that is my firm feeling. But, I ferent bill, but if you have a something that everybody in was told when I was handed bill that is just for issues Castleton Township has the the bills, not to divulge any­ being addressed such as the right to see under the FOIA. thing and I did not divulge wording of the resolution.., Now it has cost all the tax­ anything.” those are simple issues. It’s DeMond said he had not setting a precedent It’s payers $1,800 plus the out­ standing bills for the lawyer talked with some people who just one particular bill,” said to attend the last regularly said they would be willing to Kathy Wiggins. scheduled township meeting. put on a free seminar for the “That’s one way to look at Something is not right when board and the public regard­ it,” said Cooley. “I looked at the Freedom of it. It was setting a prece­ officials make decisions to ing hide information from the Information Act and suggest­ dent.” ed that a motion be made to Don Wiggins stated that public.” Wiggins also said he felt if approve setting a date for he felt that since the copies of the bills he requested con­ township officials acquaint­ such a seminar. Township Supervisor Jud tained no information ed themselves with the FOIA, they would avoid Cooley said the township’s regarding litigation, which similar conflicts in the future lawyers had made a similar does not need to be revealed the grounds of and save the township a lot offer, but no motion was on made by the board to pursue attomey/client privilege, that of legal fees. “A careful analysis of the scheduling a seminar with the board should have made the unredacted bill available FOIA law will tell you that either party. Before the board voted to to the public. what goes on down here is “I don’t think there is any the public’s business and you accept the withdrawal of got no right to conceal it Wiggins’ appeal, Kathy rationale for it,” he said. “I Wiggins asked to address the just got my last FOIA from the public,” he said. request today, another four Township trustee Dave board. “Secrecy breeds mistrust pages that someone has DeMond said that he was one of the township officials and by redacting the bill in taken a ‘Magic Marker’ to who spoke to Wiggins after the beginning, it caused con­ again on two more bills that the last regular meeting of cern and mistrust. Had the it is obvious that what those the board. bill been presented, and there bills relate to are discussions “I can assure you that I was nothing in the bill... then between township officials divulged no information,” he all of this could have been and expensive lawyers relat­ said to his fellow board spared,” she said. ing to FOIA requests. members. “The feeling that I “Well, the other thing is “I think you are spending gave him, as (Wiggins) stat­ by revealing, by changing or a lot of money with lawyers ed that there was nothing on position on that, we would over FOIA when it is an that bill. I am a firm believer have been setting a precedent open and shut issue,” he MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MLS. 227 N. 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Ifthere was some­ thing there, I could under­ stand it,” he said. “My expe­ rience has been, anytime you see somebody hiding some­ thing... the last one I could remember in a public forum was Richard Nixon with his stack of tapes and he says, ‘Here before you I have the transcripts of all this and it is the whole truth and nothing but the truth,’ without going through a lot of history, we know what happened to Richard Nixon. “It was basically the old stonewalling thing. You guys are not doing your­ selves any favors with the public when you take that approach,” he said. “I don’t care whether it’s me or somebody else, but the next guy that comes along might not look at it like I did last week. He might say, ‘This is just absolute nonsense. We are going to spend every dol­ lar the township has got.’ “I don’t know what your thinking is. I don’t have any idea where you are coming from. 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Call Homer for more details. k (VL-109 & 1 10) j The Eaton County Association of Retired School Personnel will meet for this month’s program/meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 11, on the Olivet College campus. Lunch will be at 11:30 a.m. in the Lester Kirk Center Oaks Dining Room. The address is 450 S. Main St. Reservations must be made before Oct, 5 to Kay DePue at 517-627-0388, Jane Goudreault at 517-323-3037 or with Vivian Flower at 517­ 543-1277. Janet Clark, director of the RSVP Program in Lansing, will give her presentation: "If disaster happens, how can I help? Also, there will be a dis­ cussion on health care bene­ fits .for Michigan Public school retirees. Everyone is invited to join the group for the meeting. However, reservations must be made by Oct. 5. will haye its say up the road. But, that’s your choice.” DeMond then read a por­ tion of the Freedom of Information Act dealing with public records open disclosure and public records exempt from disclosure. “There are 10 or 12 items that are excluded and they don’t even apply to us at all, the involve divulging police records, divulging inform­ ants, etc., then there’s the one we’re up under attorney/client privilege,” he said. “It think it’s rather plain to me that if we spend money we’ve got to tell.” “I think we were given some information to protect the interest of the township and we acted on that knowl­ edge from the attorney,” said Trustee Jerry Reese. “We had nothing to hide. We still have nothing to hide in the past, today, tomorrow, or in the future. We have nothing to hide. The only thing we held back was the attomey/client privilege information; that was redact­ ed, There has been no other denials of any FOIA request. You can ask Mr. Wiggins, or anybody else, if it did not involve attomey/client privi­ lege... then we revealed that information. I don’t under­ stand why we are being accused ofhiding things. “It’s upsetting to infer that people that have good inter­ ests in the community, in the township... that you can sit there and accuse someone of doing that,” he said to Wiggins. Kathy Wiggins once again questioned why the board would not disclose all the information on the bill. “You’re thinking one way and we’ve been informed another way from our attor­ ney, and that is our reason for withholding that,” said Reese. “You can sit up there and take that position but the only people that get protect- ed in something like this officials and the public suf­ fers as a result of that; I’ve seen it time and time again historically. The United States government is the greatest source ofclassifying stuff that is irrelevant,” said Don Wiggins, who went on to question what other docu­ ments the township would withhold while asserting attomey/client privilege. “Or maybe you decide to say, ‘I woke up this morning and Jud Cooley telephone bills shouldn’t be disclosed because it shows the commu­ nications between a law firm in Grand Rapids and us... written communications also won’t be disclosed because they show a trail between us and our attorney.’” At that point Bud Semrau, a Castleton Township resi­ dent who was in the audience tried to intermpt. “Excuse me, I don’t inter­ mpt you,” said Wiggins. Semrau responded with profanity, which resulted in Township Clerk Loma Wilson having to re-estab­ lish order before the meeting could continue. “I am not disrespectful, but I don’t have to come down here and take some of the things I have taken. Mr, Chairman,” said Don Wiggins, addressing Cooley. “Ifyou don’t want to get the meeting under control in the future, and at least let people who are entitled to opinions the opportunity to speak, then I suggest that those peo­ ple who come in and are dis­ respectful of others and use profanity and use other types ofderogatory slurs should be banned from the meeting. You are given the authority to do that and you need to run the meeting in control.” “We’ve never refused anybody the chance to talk,” replied Cooley. “No matter how abusive they are?” asked Kathy See FOIA, page 8 Something Special at Kathy's Offering Gifts and ANTIQUES! “oMot you* oidinaiy gift stole” ©ffeiing gifts that aie unique and diffeient ‘STituCy “something special!.” 207 N. Main (M-66) Nashville 517-852-0313 The Salon at Kathy's A Fun Service Hair Salon tor Hen. Women fir Children Just IO minutes east of Hastings Walk-ins Welcome—5 17-852-03 13 WE ALSO OFFER TANNING, MANICURES. PEDICURES. 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The program laos deals with transitional issues such as time management and study skills. “Entry into high school and college are key transition peri­ ods in a student’s academic career,” said JR Cifani, vice president of Monster’s Making It Count Programs. “Our goal is to provide and reinforce the pos­ itive messages counselors and teachers are giving to their stu­ dents during these crucial times and help students understand that anyone can be'successful if they choose to be.” The Making High School Count presented to more than 900,000 students nationwide in 2004. On average, guidance counselors rated the value ofthe ideas presented a 9.5 on a tenpoint scale. This program, com­ bined with success of the orga­ nization's additional presenta­ tion for juniors and seniors, allowed Making It Count to deliver its message to more than 2.5 million high school students in 2004. More information about the Making It Count in-school pres­ entation program can be found on the company’s Web site at www.makingitcount.com. First place Heavyweight Division Herm VanBelkum team of Hastings. Nashville Harvest Festival Horse Pull 2005 Nashville Harvest Festival Thank You 2* GOLD SPONSORS C’onnunftvy Chamhbper nof Commerce day's Dinner Bell Eaton Federal Savings Bank Hometown Lumber J-Ad Graphics Steve Joppie Builders RBarrvy SILVER SPONSORS Hastings City Bank Hamilton Black Dirt Plus Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. Mace Pharmacy Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Musser's Service Nashville Chiropractic Shirley's Chuckwagon Cafd BRONZE SPONSORS First place Lightweight Division Mike Hughes team of Nashville FFA Alumni meet Oct. 11 Woodland Office Manager, at (269) 367-4911 115 S. 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Duane Hamilton Karilna Hiuiaghpecs Princess Kayley Hughes King Kyle Hughes Leonard Joppie Queen Laurie Karrar Jerry LaDere & Family Dave & Kathy Mace Maple Valley Lightning Bolts 4-H The Maple Valley/Ionia Community Band Maple Valley Schools MOO-ville Quality Creamery The Mud Creek Boys Nashville Car Club Nashville Fire Department Nashville Police Department Nashville VFW The Village of Nashville Jeff Riggs Allen, Brooke & AJ Steele Art Stewart Thomapple Arts Council Prince Gunner Tobias Cindy VanBelkum THE NASHVILLE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE A SPECIAL THANK YOU Co-Chairs: Dawn Meade, Eaton Federal Savings Bank & Steve Joppie, Steve Joppie Builders Dr. Michael Callton, Nashville Chiropractic Clayton Chapman, Clay's Dinner Bell Linda Gay, Clay's Dinner Bell Kent Hamilton, Hamilton Black Dirt Plus Kyle & Kendra Hughes, M.E.H. 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Clay's Dinner Bell of Nashville Good Time Pizza of Nashville Shirley's Chuckwagon Cafe of Nashville Farm Bureau Insurance Larry Neil Agency of Hastings R & S Enterprises of Hastings Franklin's Well Drilling of Nashville Scott's Farm & Repair of Hastings Lake Odessa Livestock Auction of Lake Odessa Eaton Federal Savings Bank of Nashville Shell Gas Station of Nashville Trademark Realty of Hastings South End Party Store of Nashville Justin Carriage Works of Nashville Steve Joppie Builders of Nashville Stanton Ford of Stanton Citizens Elevator of Vermontville Trumble Insurance of Nashville & Vermontville Riverside Furniture of Vermontville Hometown Lumber of Nashville Nashville THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT HELPED MAKE NASHVILLE HARVEST FESTIVAL A SUCCESS Barry County Transit Carl's Supermarket Castleton Maple Grove Nashville Ambulance Service Charlton Park Darrell Clements Jud Cooley Daniel Culhane The Davis Family Ecstatic Paul France France Paul Doug "Pork" Hale TO THE SPONSORS OF OUR FIRST HORSE PULLS 06616458 Swanson Commercial Food Service PEnqnuinpmpent of Nashville Build Masters of Vermontville MainStreet Savings Bank of Hastings Farm Bureau Insurance Lynn Denton Agency of Nashville M-37 & M-66 Tire - Hastings & Woodbury Dellingers Trailer Sales of Charlotte Road Runners Bar of Vermontville Vermontville Hardware of Vermontville Vermontville Grocery of ’ Vermontville Mace Pharmacy of Nashville Ace Auto & Repair of Nashville Critter's Pet Supply of Hastings Roush's Sidewalk Cafe of Nashville MOO-ville Quality Creamery of Nashville Dollar General of Nashville Hillcrest Hamess Shop of Charlotte Michigan Vet Supply of Charlotte Meadow Ridge Woodcraft of Charlotte Tractor Supply Company of Hastings Vitale's Pizza of Hastings Complete Engine Service of Charlotte RadioShack of Hastings Sugar Hut Cafe of Vermontville Leon Casey Auctioneer of Hastings Bull Creek Veterinary Service of Hastings Ifwe have overlooked anyone, please accept our apologies and let us know! The Nashville Community Development Committee would like to hear your thoughts and opinions about the Festival. We want to hear what you liked and what you didn't. What you would like to see in the future and any constructive comments that you would like to share with us. Please mail your thoughts and ideas to NCDC, 221 W. State Street, Hastings, MI 49058 or email them to julie@barrychamber.com ALSO, watch the Maple Valley News for information about upcoming meetings �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 4,2005 — Page 8 FOIA, continued from page 6-------requests and felt that when Wiggins. Semrau responded by say­ an entity reveals unredacted ing that he felt Wiggins was information, per a FOIA abusive to the board and the request, they “are opening public who elected the board yourselves up for liability.” “By the same token, ifthis members. “I find it absolutely board goes on public record humorous about what we are to deny information, we put doing here tonight,” he said. ourselves on the same legal “Look at the number of peo­ jeopardy, because, if he ple in the audience. If the wants to, he can pursue this public is so interested in this, until litigation in court,” said where is the public? We got DeMond, who added that as Wiggins. Mrs. Wiggins, a result the township could be held responsible to pay Dorothy and I.” DeMond asked Semrau not only its legal bills but how he would feel if he also court costs, the attorney asked for information from fees of the plaintiff and end the township and his request up releasing the information. “We’re was denied. Semrau stated that he taking a stand that I really do worked for the government question,” said DeMond. “I for more than 27 years and question the decision to that he had handled FOIA retain the information. I Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20,20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 06605333 don’t think we have the right to. I think ifyou (the taxpay­ er) pay the bill, you have every right to come down here and see the bill. That’s my feeling.” Semrau once again ques­ tioned where members of the public were, if they were so concerned about the infor­ mation withheld regarding the township’s legal bills. “My experience has been that most public bodies find themselves entrusted with responsibility and most peo­ ple attend when and if there is something of interest to them, or something of con­ cern,” replied Wiggins. “I hadn’t been down here for a long period of time... You guys are elected by us to look out for our best inter­ ests. And, when something comes up that I feel uncom­ fortable with, I have the right to query. I am a citizen, this is still the United States of America. “When you start talking about a concept that says, ‘...We’ll give you what you want and we’ll keep close to our vest what we want to keep close to our vest,’ That’s great if you’re in a military posture... because everything is subject to being classified... but there is no doubt in my mind that if I was sitting on the board, on the other side of the table... and somebody like me was Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. We Deliver 735 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI 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 regulator system, 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 (Based on 500-gal. min. annual usage) Your only independently owned and operated propane distributor. SERVING YOUR FUEL NEEDS SINCE 1936 We offer underground tanks — call for details sitting over here, I’d say, ‘Come on back and we’ll look through the files. What files do you want to look at? I’d let you look at anything because- there isn’t anything down here that you shouldn’t see as a citizen, if you want to see it.’” He went on to say that he felt that board members err when they say ‘we need to protect ourselves,’ they need to be concerned about pro­ tecting the township. “If there is anything back that need to be protected, I would fall off my chair,” said Wiggins indicating the office. “I don’t know how we got to this area in the first place. But, it is obvious that we got to it because some­ body here decided to go talk to the lawyer and say, ‘Is there some way we can not disclose this information?’... You made a big mistake with this... you say, ‘We need to keep this to ourselves because the public doesn’t have the right to know,’ and you are wrong; they do have a right to know.” “Ifyou were elected... you would give away everything. But, the problem is today, the future is tomorrow, and we’re looking out for Castleton Township today and tomorrow,” said Reese. “And, I don’t think you give everything out. You have to look out for the future impli­ cations and possibly any type of litigation that might come down the pipeline. I just don’t feel you can give infor­ mation out freely.” Wiggins, who owns his own business, said that he would be willing to open his files for inspection to anyone who asked to review them. “You would let me look at client information? You would let me look at person­ al information?” asked Reese. . “I didn’t say that...” replied Wiggins. “You just said you’d give everything! What are you trying to hide?” said Reese. “I’m not trying to hide...” said Wiggins. “Yes you are! It’s the same thing!” said Reese. “Ifthey would release it to you, that would be great. But, I can’t release their per­ sonal information,” said Wiggins. “I have never asked for personal informa­ tion and I never will...” Reese interjected that the board was protecting the township when it withheld the information asserting attomey/client privilege. “What you’re protecting is baloney,” said Wiggins. Patrick J. Malloy Mason of the Year Nashville Lodge 255 F&AM has announced the selection of Patrick J. Malloy as Mason of the Year. Malloy is secretary/treasurer of the Lodge and has worked many hours to keep up with duties, and has been a great asset to the organization. The Lodge meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Livestock Developmental meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Master Gardener class, 6-10 p.m., First United Oct 5 Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Oct 6 Center. Oct 8 & 9 4-H Rendezvous, Charlton Park Horse Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., First Oct 10 United Methodist Church in Hastings. Oct 12 Dairy Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Poultry Gardener class, 6-10, First United Oct 12 Methodist Church in Hastings. The Maple Valley FFA Oct 18 Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 held there first annual meet­ p.m., First United Methodist Church in ing of the 2005-2006 year Hastings. Wednesday evening, Sept. Oct 19 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension office. 14, in the high school cafete­ Oct 20 Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo ria. Center. The officers this year include President Dhani Tobias, Vice President Lacey Ward, Secretary Emily Eldred, Treasurer Chris Rumsey, Reporter Amber Hamilton, Sentinel Cliff Landscape Ward and Historian Salena Design uaruen O. Center Woodman. Aaron Saari is serving as advisor. The group held a cookout before the meeting to wel­ come all new members. This past summer, on their annual chapter officer retreat, it was decided to open FFA BULK to junior high members. Red Mulch was$27 *22 yd. Gold Mulch Was$29 Seventh- and eighth-graders *21 yd. Black Mulch was$30 *19.50 yd are welcome to come to the Rocky Mountain! "Crushed ...was $32.50 *29.50 yd meetings and participate in White Marble ....... Was $107. *89 yd. chapter activities. Rusty Emberlite was $107 *95 yd. The first meeting bad a DEER FOOD total of 42 members and five Apples, Corn, Carrots .Bag *3.75 guests .present. This is the largest number in recent BAGGED Pine Nuggets 2 cu. ft years. . .Was $3.89 Now *1.99 yd. Gold Mulch 2 cu. ft . . . . .Was $3.49 Now *2.49 yd. Some of the events that Black Mulch 2 cu. ft . . . .Was $3.49 Now *1.99 yd. were discussed included the White Marble ■5cu. ft . . .Was $3.49 Now *2.97 yd. upcoming State STEP/ANF Pea Stone .5 cu. ft . .Was $2.89 Now *1.95 yd. (Speeding up The Expedition Red Lava .5 cu. ft . .Was $3.49 Now *2.95 yd. Process and Advancing New Western Sunrise 4 cu. ft . .Was $3.95 Now *1.95 Frontiers) and the upcoming TREES & • Crimson King Maples ABO'7/Uf/t Off national FFA Convention cuni me * Autumn blaze Maples OnnUBa . shumard Oaks » Cleveland Pears convention in Louisville, Ky. Elected to attend the STEP/ANF conference in Lansing were Norm Porter, Amber Hamilton, Chris /town: Mon.Fri. 9-6, Sat 9 5 Across from Mooville Creamery Caldwell and Britiney Stambaugh. Local FFA has first meeting Oct 5 �The he Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 4,2005 — Page 9 _ Mothers Helpers enjoy new child care center The new child care center is bright and airy. Names of the children who have participated in the program are painted along the border. by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Mothers Helpers Naomi and Ellen began a pilot pro­ gram for children of students in the Maple Valley Alternative High School dur­ ing the 2003-2004 school year. Beginning in the comer of one room, they have expand­ ed to a separate child care center in a portable class­ room adjacent to the alterna­ tive high school in the Kellogg school building. On Sept. 30 Ellen and Naomi invited students, par­ ents and the community to celebrate with an open house. The child care center has 10 children and eight mothers, with another 19 children registered. Leah Labine told the audi­ ence, after a short power point presentation, how much the program assisted her and her three children as she earned her diploma and the Tate Mix scholarship last year. She said, “The Mothers Helpers were a big support system for me.” Principal Chris Parkinson talked about the struggles of new mothers to go back to school after the birth of a child. He said, “This program helps students concentrate on their academic studies know­ ing that their children are safe.” Teacher Rose Hahn said, “This program makes it so much easier to teach and to encourage the young moth­ ers.” Following tours of the new facility, awards were presented to supporters of the program. Honored were Cathy Liceaga, The Barry Community Foundation, Mike Famum, Sandy Hosey and Lois Elliston. The Barry Community Foundation helped the center build an outdoor play area. SCHOOL MENUS The outdoor play area for the Maple Valley Alternative High School Child Care Center was supported by a grant from the Barry Community Foundation. Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Oct 5 Chicken nuggets, potato rounds, peaches, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct 6 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza bagel, .tossed salad, pear halves, fortune cookies, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct 7 Burrito, whole kernel com, fruit cocktail, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct 10 Ravioli, bread stick, green beans, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct 11 Hot dog, baked beans, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Accepting certificates of appreciation at the open house were Jennifer Richards Maple Valley Secondary from the Barry Community Foundation, Mike Farnum and Cathy Liceaga. Not pic­ Lunch tured are honorees Sandy Hosey and Lois Elliston. Wednesday, Oct 5 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, cottage cheese w/fruit, chicken sandwich, burger bar. 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P02988 ___________________________________ 06616366 (WD4 fruit, juice, milk. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 4,2005 — Page 10 Lions fall to Golden Eagles in the SMAA Members of the 2005 Maple Valley Little Cheerleaders program this fall are (in alphabetical order) Breezeann Adams, Jennelle Ames, Summer Bayman, Brianna Bennett, Abbi Billings, Mikayla Blakney, Katie Blodgett, Kaylee Brooks, Taylor Campbell, Trishawn Carpenter, Karley Childers, Lizzy Christianson, Alaina Cobb, Brooke Cosme, Charity Dietzel, Jade Eberhart, Alyssa Egbert, Britney Flory, Haley Flory, Auzzie Fuller, Shara Gillean, Analisa Gordon, Jeannie Hale, Brielle Hammond, Chloe Hicks, Sammie Hillard, Allie Hughes, Marissa Hunter, Jessica Jacobs, Michaela Johnson, Ann-Elizabeth Jones, Aliya Jones, Haley Jones, Brianna Jordan, Makayla Lee, Mariah Lloyd, Taylor Lloyd, Lindsey Mattocks, Rachel Morris, Alexis Nelson, Danielle Pesce, Marie Rodriguez, Lyndi Rose, Jeanette Royal, Rachael Ruedisueli, Baileigh Schrader, Payton Schrader, Skylar Slack, Courtlynne Slater, Abby Smith, llene Smith, Macey Smith, Sarah Smith, Skyler Spanabel, Hannah Tabor, Savanna Vanstee, Cheyanne Vantyle, Jasmine Vantyle, and Iva Weiler. Little cheerleaders will fill sideline Friday There are 59 girls in the Maple Valley Little Cheerleaders program this fall. After a long absence, the program has returned to offer first, second, and third graders a chance to cheer on the Lion gridiron stars. The girls have been practicing since the begin- ROOFING NEW CONSTRUCTION RE-ROOF TEAR OFFS 06616487 ning of the school year, stands with fans of the under advisor Susan cheerleaders and the Lion Morris. football program. Thursday, Sept. 29, the The girls will be on the little cheerleaders took to the sidelines for the Maple Valley junior varsity foot­ ball game against Albion. The girls took turns leading a large junior var­ sity crowd, which filled Last Tuesday the Maple up the home side of the Valley junior high cross country teams ran against Delton Kellogg. Kirt Peterson came in second for the Maple Valley boys with a time of 9:47. Garrett Bemheisel was third in 10:45, and YEARS EXPERIENCE Cody Hagon fourth in 11:24. Scott Mueller, owner Alex Vincent was third Email: scottworks@iserv.net for the Lion girls with a (269) 948-ROOF time of 12:35. Tiffani (7663) Allwardt was fourth in sidelines again when the Maple Valley varsity foot­ ball team hosts Leslie on Friday, Oct. 7. MVMS cross country teams get fall started 12:47, and Megan Shoemaker fifth in 12:56. The Lions will run at Bellevue this Wednesday. Maple Valley opened its season with mile-and-ahalf races at Albion Sept. 21. Jessica Curtis was 11th overall to lead the Lion girls in the 17-person race. She crossed the finish line in 12:44. Allwardt fin­ ished 13th in 13:10, Vincent 14th in 13:14, and Shoemaker 15th in 13:14. Out of 14 boys running, Peterson placed fourth in 9:48. Hagon came in tenth in 11:41, Bemheisel 11th in 11:45. Brooklyn Columbia Central and Maple Valley are at opposite ends of the Southern Michigan Activities Association South Division right now. The Golden Eagles improved to 4-0 in the league while the Lions fell to 0-4 and 0-9 overall when BCC earned a 55-37 win at Maple Valley last Thursday. Columbia Central slow­ ly built its lead throughout the game, finally outscor­ ing the Lions 20 to 11 in the fourth quarter. Lily Scholl poured in 21 points for the Golden Eagles. Mindy Newton had a big night with 12 points and six rebounds for Maple Valley, While Danielle Christensen added nine points. The Golden Eagles led 22-17 ar the half. The Lions return to the court this week for two non-conference contests. Tonight they travel to Pennfield, then return home Thursday to host Webberville. Play to be shown to senior citizens Maple Valley High School will present a spe­ cial matinee performance of “Father Knows Best” 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12, in the high school auditori­ um. The price will be $2.50 and will be good only for that show. The regular price is still in effect for anyone attending the per­ formance who is not a sen­ West-Takeshima ior citizen. All local churches have been conSteven and Lori West of tacted with the informa- Nashville and Yoshiaki and tion. Takako Takeshima of “We thought this would Nagoya, Japan would like to be a nice opportunity for announce the engagement of children, Philicia senior citizens to see our their dress rehearsal at a greatly Louise West and Dr. Koji reduced price and for the Takeshima. The two met at Western cast to get audience feed­ back before opening Michigan University while night,” said Director studying psychology. They are planning a Norma Jean Acker. 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Hastings Country Club PLUS North of Hastings on NT-43 Whether In the Fie d «. or in the Drive, We’ve got it Covered! Hope to see you soon! 06616256 J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 4, 2005 — Page 11 Lions last team to earn trip to Division 3 Regionals by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Ethan Griswold got a lot of handshakes and hugs Friday afternoon. One of the first hugs came from teammate Garrett VanEngen. “Griswold here saved our butts today,” said W. VanEngen. Griswold shot an 88 Friday at the division 3 boys’ golf district tourna­ ment at Silver Lake Country Club in Rockford. It wasn’t one of the day’s best scores by any means. It tied him for 22nd overall as an individ­ ual, but it was the best score of the day for the Lions, who edged out Portland for the sixth and final pass to this Friday’s division 3 regional. The top six teams from the 13-team district and the top six individuals not on those qualifying teams advance to play 18 more holes this Friday at Thornapple Creek Golf Course in Kalamazoo. Griswold’s 88 was the cut-off for the six individ­ ual qualifiers, but he was happy to have his team heading to the regionals with him. He was a little pm surprised too. “I actually didn’t think I was payng playing very we, well,” W’W"01 wuub, Issaid a Griswold. rswo. “I tougt thought was going to come in (life with our worst score, EalaiMh LmlsdMj because in the practice maifijiltiii rounds everyone else shot Utafej. dm m» WW|* | The knitting group has resumed meeting Thursday evenings beginning at 6:30. In additi addition to their regular projects, the members are knitting chemo hats for donation to a local hospital. The hats, made of the novel­ ty yam "fun fur,” are for chil­ dren undergoing chemother­ apy treatments. We are also knitting squares to donare to the “Warm Up America!” afghan project. This simple BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES • ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS I ** ** faufffi 369. White and Danielson both qualified as individu­ als, as did Kent City’s Alex Mason (85), Delton Kellogg’s Josh Newhouse (86), and Belding’s Matt Peless (85) and Brad Hughes (88). Teams behind Portland also missing the cut were Belding (372), Delton Kellogg (375), Godwin (388), Kent City (399), Hopkins (406), and Kelloggsville (437). The Lions have some work to do before the regional round. The Southern Michigan Activities Association (South) will meet for its 18-hole conference tour­ nament at Lakeland Hills Golf Course today. Maple Valley hosted the league last Wednesday, for the final 9-hole jamboree of the season. Maple Valley’s Ethan Griswold pulls out his scorecard on the eighth green at Silver Lake Country Club during Friday’s Division 3 District tournament, after a long putt for birdie on the par-3. Griswold led the Lions with an 88 at the event. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Maple Valley senior Garrett VanEngen blasts the ball off the tee on the tenth hole Friday at Silver Lake Country Club, as Portland's Josh Gustafson looks on from behind. The Lions edged the Raiders by one stroke, 368 to 369, to sixth and final team to earn a spot in this Friday’s Regional tournament. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Keep your friends and relatives INFORMED! Send them The BANNER To subscribe, call us at... Check it Out at the Vermontville Township Library ftj a psi i tateJffliffc ., better than me.” After he finished his 18holes, he expected to come in and see a number of his teammates in the 70’s. Windy conditions bumped scores up a bit Only three golfers fin­ ished in the 70’s, includ­ ing two from the district championship team from Lansing Catholic Central. The Cougars’ Ben Setas was the day’s medallist with a two-over par 74. His teammate Eric Lilleboe shot a 79 as the defending division 3 state champion Cougars fin­ ished at 318. Grand Rapids West Catholic’s Jimmy Morisey was the only other golfer in the 70’s. He led his Falcons to the regional tournament with his sil­ ver-medal score of 78. Otsego was second in the team standings with 332 and the other regional qualifying teams were West Catholic (337), Allendale (355), Calvin Christian (359), and Maple Valley (368). VanEngen shot a 92 for the Lions, and Adam Gonser and Justin McMillen added 94’s. Portland had two golfers shoot as well as Griswold. 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It took Albion just over a minute to march down the field and pull within four points on a 25-yard TD run by Larry Bonner, but the Lions drained the final 56 seconds off the clock to hold on for the victory. Justin Harper scored first for Albion, on a three-yard run less than five minutes into the game. The Lions came back by going to the air. Gordeneer hit Lamphere for a 30-yard score with 1:41 left in the opening quarter. Both teams Converted on their two-point conver­ sion attempts following their first touchdowns of the night. Lamphere ran in the two-point try for Valley. The two teams battled through a scoreless sec­ ond quarter, until Albion’s Michael Bearman hit a 21yard field goal with two seconds left in the half. The Lions pulled ahead for the first time in the ball game on a 44-yard run by Lamphere midway through the third quarter. Bonner put his team back in front when he connect­ ed with Mike Ridley on a 17 yard pass with 3:48 left in the third. Bearman added the extra-point kick. Albion moved the ball on the Lions, but the Maple Valley defense came up big when it had to. The Wildcats rushed for 375 yards and threw for 84 more. Bonner did­ n’t have much luck throw­ ing though, completing just four of his 15 pass attempts. Champ Bodell picked off one pass for the Lions. Lamphere led Maple THE TRAFFIC SCENE I 1 For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics 3-1 in the SMAA and Leslie 2-2. The Lions will be looking to keep pace with Hillsdale and Brooklyn Columbia Central at the top of the conference. Columbia Central is 6-0 and 4-0 in the league and will host Hillsdale this week in a battle which could end up deciding the conference title. Hillsdale is also 4-0 in the league and 5-1 overall. Lions got a good look at DK in two C.C. meets last week Delton Kellogg’s varsi­ ty cross country teams Tobias Insurance Agency took a look at the two Dick Tobias, Independent Agent teams that will join them in the Kalamazoo Valley Association next year when they hosted Olivet and Maple Valley Tuesday night at the Would you like to make Gilmore Car Museum. 10,12,15% on your money? Delton’s boys found out things will get a bit CD’s - IRS’s - Annuitys - Life ins. - Money Markets tougher in the league, but Stocks - Bonds - Variable Products - Savings Delton’s girls didn’t have To start new or rollover your money. any competition. Deferred or not deferred money accepted. The Panther girls fin­ ished with just 23 points, What a way to help yourself and-your employees retirement accounts. Large or small businesses. but neither Maple Valley or Olivet has enough run­ Tobias Insurance can show this is not a ners to earn a team score. wish or a dream, it happened. DK’s Marissa Ingle Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 won the girls’ race in 21 Fax (517) 852-9132 f minutes 38 seconds, while ________ e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net | (269) 945-9554 teammate Heather Millard placed second in 22:22. The other scorers for Delton were Lauren Knollenberg (fifth in 23:36), Amanda Strick if Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 (seventh in 24:12), and Kathryn Goy (eighth in UwWtiW {to ttud&fc 7<7 M Ml 25:17). Maple Valley was led by y Dhanielle Tobias’ Segment I Class Segment II Class fourth place finish in 23:16. Erin Shoemaker Nov. 21-23,2005 Oct. 24-Nov. 10,2005 was sixth overall for the Nov. 28-Dec. 15,2005 Dec. 20-22,2005 Lions with her time of 23:59. Maple Valley’s Mike To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 1 Hall won the boys’ race in Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith 17:39, and Delton’s Dan Roberts was second in 17:48. They were the only two runners to finish under 18 minutes, but the next four boys across the finish line were from Olivet. The Eagles won the three-team meet with 33 points. The Lions were second with 43 and the Panthers fourth with 44. Delton and Maple Valley each had three run­ ners finish in the top ten. Behind Hall for the Lions, Zeke Wieland was sev­ enth in 20:29, and Kaleb Root tenth in 20:47. “ For Delton, Cory Cook was eighth in 20:32, and Josh Marzic ninth in 20:36. Delton and Maple Valley met again Thursday at the Lakewood IT’S TIME! TO MAKE MONEY Valley with 13 tackles, while Jarred Goris fin­ ished with ten. This Friday night The Lions meet up with the other holdovers from the Southern Michigan Athletic Association in the Southern Michigan Activities Association South this fall, the Leslie Blackhawks. The Lions and Blackhawks are both 4-2 overall. Maple Valley is Invitational, with the DK finishing ahead of the Lions who were without Hall. This time the two teams had Lakewood to deal with instead of Olivet. The Vikings dominated Thursday’s on both the guys’ and girls’ sides. There weren’t enough spots for all the Vikings at the top. Lakewood had seven girls and six boys finish in the top ten in their respective races. The Lakewood girls fin­ ished with just 21 points to take their title. A pair of Delton Kellogg runners broke up the Viking pack at the front, and the Panthers were second with 49 followed by Hart 89, Rogers 93, and Maple Valley DNF. Dana Nichols won the girls’ race in 20:30.42, and Delton’s Marissa Ingle was second in 20:56.65. Behind Ingle came the Vikings’ Jessika Blackport (21:15.64) and Ashley Pifer (21:26.20), and then Delton’s Heather Millard (21:44.79). Blackmer and Yager’s sixth and seventh place finishes counted into the Vikings’ final point total. Sadie Catt was eighth and Brittany Raffler tenth. Blackmer finished in 22:00.16 and Yager in 22:03.78. Hart’s Ashley Herremans split up Catt and Raffler to round out the top ten. Maple Valley’s Tobias was 11th in 22:42.42, and Shoemaker finished 13th in 23:15.86. Jesse Schrock and Michael Forman finished first and second in the boys race to lead the Vikings to victory with just 23 points. Hart was second with 44, Delton Kellogg third with 86, Maple Valley fourth with 101, and Rogers fifth with 134 points. Schrock crossed the fin­ ish line in 17:48.00, two seconds ahead of Forman. Mike Pifer was fifth for the Vikes in 18:15, and Jason Sterkenburg sixth in 18:35. Lakewood’s fifth score came from Tim DeJong’s ninth place fin­ ish (18:57). The Vikings’ Billy Quint finished tenth overall in 19:23. Third place went to Delton Kellogg’s Dan Roberts, who crossed the finish line behind Schrock and Forman in 17:50. Hart runners made up the other three spots in the top ten. Wieland led Maple Valley in 11th place with a time of 19:37. Root was 18th in 20:00, followed by teammates Charles Raines (27th in 21:19), Jed Wieland (28th in 21:20), and Adam Cook (29th in 21:21.40). The Lions will run at the SMAA South jam­ boree at Bellevue on Wednesday, then head back to Bellevue for the Bellevue Invitational Saturday. 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 06605544 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 4,2005 — Page 13 GM volunteer workers help out Vermontville Members of the Maple Valley Community Education scrapbooking class display their projects. Pictured are: (Front row, from left) Dawn Fletcher, Debbie Baker and Maryann Carpenter, (second row, from left) Cindy Gilmore and Kelly Flory. Scrapbooking class started last week Maple Valley Community Education’s new scrapbook­ ing class, taught by Rose SOCIAL NEWS 1 kar tn ]j ’M iWt'ity ■ !tyt ftljilifaM Whiffi. ®fljj i IH^tffliii ftta iitei Ja i Jfca tasrtiwils a i MhHbIW ■ to ijtaiHfe lito ■stoffc* •\ g »jj IWM# i i®rdlW*« Charles and Louise Viele celebrate 80th birthdays Charles and Louise Viele will celebrate their 80th birthdays on Wednesday and Thursday, Oct. 19 and 20, 2005. Their children will be hosting an open house in their honor for family and friends on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 5 until 9 p.m., at the Vermontville Opera House. Please come and share this special time with them. No gifts please. If you cannot attend, cards may be sent to the following address: 220 Round Lake Road, Vermontville, MI 49096. Hahn, began last week. . Scrapbooking is a hobby that combines photography with life stories, according to Hahn, who describes herself as having an “old heart” and collects old photos and memorabilia to put into albums. In her class her students are making calendars learn­ ing various techniques such as layering, ripping, and using 3-D adhesives for depth. They are also working o their own albums docu­ menting family values, wishes and hopes that they can pass on to future generations. Hahn learned scrapbooking at age 5 from her neighbor, Kelly, Mrs. in Vermontville. Her neighbor was from England and made scrapbooks for hospitals. Hahn said that scrapbooking is her way to unwind, relax, laugh and spend some quali­ ty “me” time while doing something constructive. She gets a lot of her design ideas from magazines, web sites, catalogs and clothing. She also teaches scrapbooking in her photography class at Maple Valley Alternative Education. Hahn said her students love scrap­ booking because it is a hands-on learning experi­ ence. Hahn said she is looking forward to sharing her scrap­ booking with her new students. The Village . of Vermontville has been get­ ting spruced up a lot faster this past summer, thanks to the efforts of three volun­ teers from General Motors Local 602 in Lansing. Vermontville residents laid off from their regular jobs at GM, Richard Cobb, Wayne Stine and Cindy Thorton, were given the option of either sitting in the job pool in the cafeteria of the plant in Lansing or spending their days doing volunteer work in their com­ munity. They chose the vol­ unteer work. “It’s been fantastic; they’ve done a lot of work for us this summer,” said Vermontville Department of Public Works (DPW) Supervisor Monte O’Dell. “They come into work at 7 a.m. and as soon as we are done with the sewer and water stuff, I give them a list of things to do and they get them done. And if they see something else that needs to be done, they do that too. Thanks to them, we are getting things a done that we normally would have to put off until a later date.” So far, the volunteers have painted the bathrooms in the park near the baseball dia­ mond, have picked up rocks and helped landscape the area around the new pump house, helped with brush pickup, made frames for the maps that hang on the walls of the DPW office, located extra water valves to be included on the maps and helped create spread sheets for the sewer and water reports. “It’s great to have three extra people here,” said O’Dell, who noted. “Cindy’s done a great job with the sewer and water reports and Wayne and Richard are mechanically inclined, so they just went ahead and put the salt spreader on the new truck. They justjump right in and do what needs to be done.” Cobb, Stine and Thorton say they are not sure when they will be called back to Richard Cobb, Cindy Thorton and Wayne Stine stand work at GM, but anticipate it in front of the Vermontville Department of Public Works, will be sometime after the first of the year. Until that where they have been volunteering their time this sum­ time, they said they plan to mer while laid off from their jobs at General Motors in continue volunteering their Lansing. 4-H open house set for tonight The Barry County 4-H program will have an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight (Tuesday, Oct. 4) at the First United Methodist Church, 209 W. Green St. in Hastings . This “4-H-Central” open house will introduce students and adults to the program. People attending will learn more about the program and how to get involved. Current club members and leaders will be on hand to answer questions. There are several new clubs looking for new members, including a dog club, art club, pocket pet club, poultry club and environmental science club. There also will be many displays. According to 4-H youth agent Kathy Walters Surratt, 4-H is a firn-filled, exciting and educational organization for children from the age of 5 tto 19. More than 100 project areas are offered. Young people have the opportunity to mountain climb, garden, raise livestock and take part in many other activities. Surratt says, “4-H mem­ bers also learn to communi­ cate and get along with, peo­ ple.” She adds, “Please join us for refreshments and to learn about the opportunities in the Barry County MSUE 4-H program.” The open house is spon­ sored by the 4-H Advisory Council. For more informa­ tion, call MSU extension at 945-1388. time in Vermontville. O’Dell said he’s glad they will be around to help out, now that the downtown streetscape project is ready to begin. Over “If I’m downtown work­ ing on the project they can be down here giving Terry (DPW worker Terry Samman) a hand,” he said. “They’re great workers.” Thanks to you... 798 youth graduated from the DARE program in 2002-2003. Just say NO to drugs! That’s what matters Barry County United Way & Volunteer Center Don’t Get Stuck Paying High Prices. Special Sign-up OFFER Month of October - 25 gallons FREE L.L.C. 06618029 Call Today!!! The Vermontville Revue Presents October 6,7, & 8 at 7 PM October 8 & 9 at 3 PM at the We Offer: Pricing programs all-year round Free Safety Inspection w/tank installation Convenient payment options Auto Fill Service w/24 hour emergency delivery Friendly and Reliable Service Vermontville Opera House 211S. 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PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on October 13, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on a rezoning request for 1008 Reed St. from Industrial to Business 1. If you wish to comment in writing on this rezoning you must do so by October 13, 2005, and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Michigan. STOP TODAY AND SEE JACOB TO DISCUSS YOUR DRAWING REQUIREMENTS | �Just S*y 'At M*1>«! m tie Maple Vahey NmhT Tuesday. October 4,2005 — Page 16 Two seniors nominated for Wendy's Heisman Maple Valley High School Counselor Dawn Yager presents Dhanielle Tobias with a Wendy's Heisman Award. Dhanielle Tobias and Gordenccr Matthew recently were nominated by Maple Valley High School for the Wendy's High School Heisman award. Since 1994 more than 125.000 high school seniors have been nominated lor Heismans, the most prestigious high school award honoring senior female and male students who have excelled in academics, athletics and community service. Each year, two new students officially join the prestigious Heisman family. Tobias' involvement with athletics has included Do It Bed Medium­ g(|Q Duty Mee Turp |(hl2.. Z '62 299 Z.j'29 12x14. .... 11.79 Chamber plans Folk Fest, Road Rally & Show Oct. 8 FALL CLEARANCE ** 20% OFF ** All remaining Swlng-N-Slide In-atock Items 16x20.......... 25.99 16x24 four years of varsity cross Maple Valley High School Counselor Dawn Yager presents Matthew Gordoneer country and track, two years of cheerleading, and with a Wendy's High School Heisman Award. one year of varsity volley­ radio commercials for the Honor Roll all four years, Senior Youth Forum, ball. Her community serv­ Maple Syrup Festival, Academic Excellence assisted with collecting ice activities include assisting with weighing award, Citizenship for the Katrina relief being a Bible School steers for the fair, serving Award, and first team all­ effort, volunteered at the leader, assisting with sap pancakes at the Lion's conference in academics. blood drive, picked up collecting for syrup pro­ Club fund-raiser, just to Gordoneer enjoys trash at the fairgrounds, duction, cleaning up trash name a few. Academic sports and has participated and worked with the 4-H at the fairgrounds, doing achievements for in four years of varsity program. “Danny,” as her friends football, one year of base­ Academically, call her, include the U.S. ball, and three years of Gordoneer has received Achievement Academy, varsity track. He has several awards, including Who's Who Among assisted the community honor roll and scholar­ American High School library, helped with track athlete awards. 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Dustin, 10, recounts their experiences in a brief essay: "I knew today was going to be different when my mother woke me up and said, ‘It’s 3 a.m. and time to get up and pack your bags, we have to go; Hurricane Rita is com­ ing!’ There was a mandatory evacuation for my home city. They said the storm was real­ ly bad and was going to do a lot of damage. "By 5 a.m. we were on the road heading from Buna, Texas, (my home) to Texarkana, Arkansas. We were in the car for 10 hours driving on the crowded high­ way. On the way my brother and I played with C.J., our dog. He is a Boston Bull Terrier. It was boring and long. "When we arrived we stayed for three days in a Holiday Inn. We watched a lot of news and played X Box and Play Station 2. On Sunday, my mother told me and my older brother we were going to fly to Michigan and stay with my Aunt Tena and Uncle Kevin for awhile. I was so excited; we had visited them for a month back during the sum­ mer and had a really fun time. So my brother and I packed our bags back up and on Monday at noon we were on a plane headed for Michigan. I know that I will never forget Thursday, September 23rd, for the rest of my life. The day before Hurricane Rita destroyed my home." While the boys came to Nashville to stay with their aunt and uncle, their mother stayed with a friend in Texas so she could continue herjob at Wal-Mart. The store where she worked was severely damaged by the hurricane, but several employees were asked to stay on and work to see if and when the store could be reopened. Their aunt quickly enrolled the boys in Maple Valley Schools, Dustin in fifth grade in Maplewood Elementary and John in sev­ enth grade in Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School, so they wouldn’t fall behind in their studies. Tena said that is the reason their mother was anx­ ious to find a place for her boys to live until power was restored to their hometown and the new trailer she put a down payment on could be delivered and installed on their lot. "The elementary school in their town was destroyed and the roofwas tom offthe high school. It was going to be a long time before they reopened, said Tena Schantz. Lisa was told that if the boys attended school in another district it wouldn’t count unless they transferred into that school. The boys may have to stay here at least six months." Because the boys arrived in town with just the few changes of clothes and their X Box and Play Station 2 that took with them when they were evacuated, the school contacted the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) to see if they could help out by sup­ plying them with food and clothing. "If it weren’t for Di (Dianne Bowden, the pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church (NUMC) and executive director of MVCCOH), I don’t know what we would have done. There are truly angels here on earth," said Schantz The Schantzes, who own Schantz’s Saw Mill, had to dig into their savings to pay air fare for the boys to fly up from Texas. "We used money from the company that we had aside John and Dustin Foil from Buna, Texas, have come to Nashville to stay with fami­ ly after Hurricane Rita destroyed their home. Pictured are (from left) Cadin McIntyre, John Foil holding Carlie Dommes, Tena Schantz, Jared Schantz and Dustin Foil. for new bands for the sawmill and their Grandma Warren also helped pay for their tickets," said Schantz. "Their mother asked for help from FEMA and the Red Cross, but she didn’t get any. I had to pay Northwest Airlines $609 plus an addi­ tional $50 for each ticket because they were minors. Their mother put them on a plane in Dallas and they flew straight through to Detroit, where we picked them up. We had to pay the extra $50 because they were minors and the stewardess had to walk them off the plane and check my ID. I think it’s This condemned building at 171 Main St. in Vermontville is being torn down to make way for a landscaped walk-through from Main Street to the new parking lot, which is being built by the baseball diamond on the east side Of town. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The backhoes and rotomillers arrived in down­ town Vermontville early last week to begin tearing up the streets in sidewalks in down­ town Vermontville to pre­ pare them for the streetscape project. The project is funded by a $925,000 Michigan Community Development Block Grant' from the Michigan . Economic Development Commission and $75,000 in matching funds from the village cof­ fers. The condemned building located next to the Syrup Festival stage also is being tom down to make way for a landscaped walk-through to See STREET, page 3 See RITA, page 3 Local FFA students attend conference by Amber Hamilton, Vermontville’s downtown streetscape project begins price gouging myself." The boys and their mother received aid from the Family Independence Agency (FIA) FFA Reporter Four members of the Maple Valley FFA attended the annual STEP/ANF (Speeding Up the Expedition Process and Advancing New Frontiers) conference Sept. 29-30. This conference was held in Lansing at the Holiday Inn Hotel. Members who attend­ ed were senior Norman Porter, junior Amber Hamilton and sophomores Brittany Stambaugh and Chris Caldwell. One of the topics discussed was diversi­ ty, or how people all around the world (no matter what they look like or were they live) reunite and work as one to make one big community. The overall conference turned out to be a great suc­ cess. Porter stated, "This con­ ference taught me that team­ work in an organization like the FFA makes all the differ­ ence between success and failure." All members attending said they look forward to exchanging new ideas learned with other members of the Maple Valley FFA. In This Issue • Schoo district to promote early child­ hood programing • Eaton Sheriff’s Dept, joining in LEAD program • Blessing of the Animals observed • Red Cross Blood Drive this Thurs. • Valley gets to five wins with big vic­ tory over Blackhawks �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 11,2005 — Page 2 School district to promote early childhood programing members' make- a-decision whether or not to pursue the ballot issue, they are trying to increase public awareness. They plan to do this by focusing on one goal each month. In November they will explore the middle school concept, in December high school restructuring and this month, early childhood programming. Fuller Street Elementary School Principal Jason Miller was scheduled to make a presentation on early childhood programing to the board last night. The district will be host for a public forum on early childhood education at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24, at Fuller Street Elementary in Nashville. Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Kim Kramer will be on hand to explain the “whats, whys, hows and the reasons” for by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Maple Valley Board of Education is examining the possibility of putting a proposal, not for a millage increase, but a rather to maintain the district’s cur­ rent five-mill levy or allow it the full six mills approved by voters in 1996. If the board decides to proceed, it will put the issue on the ballot during the regu­ lar school election next May. If approved, the proposal would allow the district to expand its early childhood programming, develop a sep­ arate middle school for grades 6-8, and restructure the high school to better pre­ pare students for the current job market. The board is slated to decide in January whether or not to pursue the ballot issue. However, before board the focus on early childhood education. Guest speaker Carl Ill, one of the leading authorities in the state on child development will give a presentation. “We are trying to commu­ nicate with the public about why we are pursuing this and what it will mean to the chil­ dren in the district,” said Kramer. “To meet our goals we will have to make some modifications to dur build­ ings but we are aware that the people can’t afford an increase in their taxes. As a school district we need to live within our budget; but we have a unique opportuni­ ty in Maple Valley. Because of the increase in the State Equalized Value (SEV) we only have to levy five of the six mills to pay our debt.” Kramer noted that for the last three years the district has rolled back the millage We offer good-student insurance discounts! STAN fyou’re carrying a “B” or better average and have a good driving record, you may be. KELLY eligible for a substantial discount on your auto insurance premiums through Auto-Owners Insurance Company. Stop in our agency and ask us about it! ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business DEBBIE TkiNoHMmHo/A* 06616663 TRUMBLE AGENCY 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 BETTY THELMA 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 p Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... .................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ P.M. Worship........... .. .11 a.m. ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHESTER GO37S44P WE VL CHilU l HRCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.................. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship........................... 11 E.vening Worship Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 6 .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) Church Service....... Sunday School........ ....... 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. (Nursery Provided) 8 Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte . Worship at 9:30 a.m. . Children's Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 FIRST KALAM0 UNITED CONGREGATIONAL METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service.. 9:30 a.m. CHURCH Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. 110S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 He noted that as a result of the new research there is a bill being considered in our state which, if passed, would require that every 4-year-old in that state attend preschool. “All this focuses on what happens from the time a child is bom until he enters school,” he said. “Studies have shown that families that have the education and the means give their children rich experiences that help them succeed faster and bet­ ter in school. It’s not a matter of loving; but every child, does not have the same beginning and the differ­ ences caused by that show up in school.” He went on to cite a study involving 60 families across all socio-economic classes which indicated that children from wealthier homes with better educated parents had approximately 20,000 inter­ actions in the course of a few days whereas the interac­ tions in less affluent and edu­ cated households the interac­ tions were roughly half of that number. “In Maple Valley we are seeing a widening gap in the ability of incoming kinder­ gartners to succeed. Some come to us already knowing how to read because they have been in well-designed child care facilities; others come to us hardly able to speak because they sit in front of TV and have virtual­ ly no interaction,” said Kramer. “Two to three years into school that gap starts to .widen even more.” Kramer suggested the solution is to bring together a number of programs that already exist in the commu­ nity and coordinate and enhance them so the school district can help guide chil­ dren in the community and prepare them for success from the time they are bom until they graduate. “The program would include preschool for every rate and refinanced the remaining bond last year, which will save the district a million dollars in interest each year. “This December we can roll back the tax rate another 1/2 or 3/4 mill and still make our debt payment,” he said. “It will take some money to alter the buildings to meet our goals; in order to pay for that we are not asking for a new millage, if we decide to proceed in January, all we are asking is permission not to roll back the levy, and stay at the current five mills. We believe that amount of fund­ ing generated would pay for the basic programs we want to offer and changes to the buildings. To keep the tax at five mills we will need the taxpayers’ approval. “If, after we make our decision in January, we see that we could possibly build a detached middle school or junior high school facility, it may take more money than no rollback. Then our second question to ,the voters would be, ‘Can we go back to the original six mills?”’ he said. Kramer noted that the pro­ posal could generate nearly 11 million dollars. “It would set the district up for years to come and allow the infrastructure to function efficiently, update our boilers and allow us to add well designed rooms that fit our curriculum needs. “The driving force behind all ofthis the curriculum and the curriculum is driven by what is good for our kids,” he added, noting that the board feels it is important for the voters to understand why we need to make these changes in our curriculum.” Kramer said that educa­ tors and specialists know more about early childhood development and the impor­ tance’ of the years between birth and kindergarten in the terms of success in school than they did ten years ago. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School. A.M. Service..... P.M. Service..... ................. 10 ... 11:1S a.m. .................. 6 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 . IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School........................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service.................................... 7 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CMH-7U9 RWCestH ol.................... 10 a.m. WSundahyi Schoo Worship.................................. 11 a.m. . PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH 2415 McCann Road NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:15 ^.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 4-year-old, parent training, training for personnel at independent child care facili­ ties, so we train them how to teach, what materials to use and give them an idea of what our entry level criteria is like,” he said. “Every dol­ lar spent on preschool saves $17 in remediation later. Research has shown that 90% of the human brain develops before age 5.” Kramer said he wants to ensure private day care providers that the school dis­ trict does not plan to take their jobs from them. “We just want to be there to help with training. Our hope and our goal is to ensure that every child enters kindergarten ready to learn. “We would serve as a sort of clearing house for training and information. We would have one site so everyone would know where they could go to get information and materials,” he continued. “Every child bom in the dis­ trict would get a welcome packet which would include information and help with parenting skills and the importance of reading to children, then children will come into our school better prepared to learn.” While the board will focus See CHILD, next page HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown Hastings on State St. DIGITAL STEREO 945-SHOW Q HO PASSES Free drink r»flll» A 25c com SHOWTIMES 10/11 -10/13 FALL MATINEES SATURDAY A SUNDAY 10 & fl AM ADVENTURES OF SHARK | BOY AND LAVA GIRL (PG) | O WALLACE AND GROMIT (G) 1:20, 3:25, 5:30,7:35, 9:40 O IN HER SHOES (PG-13) 1: 40,4:20,7:10,9:50 . o INTO THE BLUE (PG-13) 2: 35, 4:50, 7:05, 9:20 FLIGHTPLAN (PG-13) 1:00, 3:05, 5:00, 7:15, 9:30 200Z.DRINK with $2.50 purchase of 46oz bag of buttery popcorn * am pa aS C Hastno,* Ejki NOVEAWER 30. | BEST DEAL in eNewsletter at wwwhasbn9s4.com 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 .....................9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a Worship Service .................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service .......6 p.m. Wed. Evening Sendee... .7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �CHILD, continued from previous pege yiJSS.Ni iJSSNi itu \ on early childhood education and eighth grade students. It during October, it will hold a has been a growing concern public form on the middle in our community and I think school concept in November we can pull it off with a and restructuring the high change in building struc­ school in December. ture.” “There has been a real In December the board concern with seventh and will hold a forum on restruc­ eighth grade students attend­ turing the high school. ing classes in the same facil­ “There has been growing ity as high school students, concern about where kids go because of issues dealing after graduation. We do a with maturity and growing good job preparing them for up,” said Kramer about the college; but numbers indi­ middle school concept. “We cate that while 70% of them would propose to create a go off to some form of con­ separate junior high or mid­ tinuing education, such as dle school for sixth, seventh junior college, trade school or universities, two years later about halfhave dropped out due to financial difficul­ ties, getting married and starting a family, or whatev­ er. Therefore, 65% of stu­ dents are'not continuing their education, so we need to spend more time and effort at looking at how we can better prepare them for the world of work. “Maple Valley used to be a farming community and there was a lot of opportuni­ ty for people to go to work on the family farm, but it is getting harder to make it as a STREET, continued from page 1 ej?*- I***- The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 11,2005 — Page 3 farmer. There has been a shift toward people working in manufacturing in a city like Lansing or Battle Creek, but now that manufacturing is decreasing, we have to ask ourselves where we are going, what job skills are needed in our part of the state,” said Kramer. “Ass we change our curriculum, we will need to alter our current facility to support it. We have a great wood and metal shop program and while we wouldn’t get rid of those, there is a definite trend in industry toward robotics, laser, pneumatics and CAD and we would need facilities to accommodate teaching those things. “During the next three months we will focus on each of these things and give the community facts and fig­ ures about early childhood development, a separate middle school and restructur­ ing the high school,” he added. “Then, ifthe commu­ nity believes why we need to do these things then we hope to have an architect present a model at the January board meeting and the board will make a decision whether or not to proceed.” Kramer said he hopes that between now and January, members of the community will free to contact board members or himself with questions and comments. “We’re here and we want to hear their questions and comments,’ he said. “I hope we get more than 100 people to attend the public forum. We are truly interested in giving the community all the facts and figures before the vote, if there is one.” To facilitate better com­ munication with members of the community, Kramer said he plans to frequent local coffee shops and restaurants Nashville and in Vermontville in the coming E Bt* 'Jstsati Hit* 3T3E E aikitt 3»Jiw AB °ir Mlf a *! ' Reporting History for the Future ’ A* Lt 0^ r in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers * Lakewood News * Maple Valley News * Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News Reminder * Weekender * Hastings Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! 1351N. M-43 Highway I* f P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone (269) 945*9554 Fax (269) 945-5192 Eaton Sheriff’s Dept, joining in LEAD program Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines has announced that the Eaton County Sheriffs office is taking part in the Law Enforcement Against Drugs (LEAD) pro­ gram. The mission of LEAD is to provide law enforcement with a comprehensive pro­ gram that helps parents keep their children drug free. The program offers convenient and Medicaid in Texas, but tact the Barry County United and affordable drug and alcothey had to reapply for aid Way, which has already reg-hol tests that produce here in Michigan. Schantz istered more than a dozen Immediate results in the priwanted to get it done as Hurricane Katrina and Rita vacy and safety of the home. quickly as possible because refugees who are now living In the event of a positive indication for drugs or alcoDustin needs two very in the county. Despite all the difficulties hol, the program directs the expensive medications. However, she was frustrated in arranging the necessary parents to appropriate com­ when she went to the FIA aid for the boys, the munity resources without law enforcement intervention. office, as well as the Red Schantzes, who raised three Single test kits detect the Cross, only to be told that children oftheir own and two presence of alcohol, marijua­ only refugees from foster children and now look na, cocaine, methamphetaHurricane Katrina, not Rita, after their young grandchil-mine and ecstasy. The four were being given priority sta- dren, take it all in stride. panel tests detect the prestus. "Some of the brick walls ence of marijuana, opiates, Bowden arranged for are coming down. Getting cocaine and methamphetaDustin to see a specialist in the boys up here and in a sta- mine. Each kit is accompaCaledonia who was then able ble home was the most nied by literature to provide to write a prescription for his important thing. Their moth­ test administering and result medications and donated a er knows they are in good evaluation information as one-month supply of one of hands and calls every couple well as the availability of the sidewalk and street in Dustin’s medications. The of days or so to see how they local resources that deal in substance abuse issues. downtown Vermontville in pharmacy in Caledonia are doing," said Schantz. Test kits can be purchased preparation for the donated a one-month supply The boys are also adapting anonymously from 8 a.m. to streetscape project. of Dustin’s other medication. well. They both say they love 5 p.m. weekdays at the front Through the MVCCOH, going to school and are look- desk at the Eaton County the new parking lot, which is Bowden fixed the boys up ing forward to the approach Sheriffs Office in Charlotte or the Delta sub-station on being constructed next to the with backpacks, clothes, a of winter. "I’ve only seen snow once Administration Drive near baseball diamond on the east $50 Kmart gift certificate side of town. donated by NUMC, food and that was when I was 5 the intersection of Canal and Saginaw. Single test kits cost Vermontville Department from the center’s emergency years old and we were living $4 each and the four-panel kit of Public Works Supervisor food pantry vegetables and near Taylor (TX) and we got costs $12 apiece. Monte O’Dell said this cereal from the Felpausch four to five inches, and it Raines, who has more than phase of the work in down- store in Hastings and a gift lasted about three days," he 30 years in law enforcement, town Vermontville is slated certificate from Carl’s said. said he has seen the destrucIn the meantime, their aunt tion and despair caused by to be finished by mid­ Market in Nashville. While Schantz said she and uncle will continue to do drug and alcohol abuse and November. “We have people from the was initially frustrated by the all they can to see that the he is excited to join other law electric company following Red Cross’s refusal to give boys are safe and provided enforcement agencies across right behind the road work- the boys the same priority for until they can rejoin their Michigan in providing this valuable tool to parents. conferred ers getting things prepared status conferred upon mother. to install the new lights and refugees from Hurricane the new storms sewers are Katrina, and called her conScrapbooking Crop being laid, then they’ll get gressman and state representhe road graded and start tatives to complain, she was at MOO-ville! installing curbing,” he said. gratified when the Barry “If the weather holds the County Red Cress came Friday, Oct. 14 street should be open by through with $680 to use for 5 -10 pm clothes and food. November 15.” "That will help us get The contractors leftthe $10.00 fee includes... strip of sidewalk closest to through the rough spot," she • Fall theme make & take layout 5-6 pm said. the buildings intact so cus­ She has an appointment • Open scrapping 6 -10 pm tomers could still have access to the front of the set up with FIA in Barry • Dinner & snacks included (drinks available for purchase) businesses on Main Street. County this week and hopes • Use of equipment (Quickutz, Sizzix, Trimmer) However, patrons are to have the boys covered by • Products availble for sale and order encouraged to use rear Medicaid before Dustin of businesses needs to refill his medica ­ entrances Seating is limited. Call 852-0075 to reserve your tions. She also plans to conwhenever possible. spot and find out how you can earn free prizes. RITA, continued from page •Ute,® months. “I’ve noticed that coffee shops are one place in our community where a lot of information is shared in the early morning, so every other Wednesday I will be in one of our area coffee shops from 7 to 9 a.m. On Oct. 12, I will be at Clay’s Dinner Bell, on Oct 26,1 will be at the Sugar Shack, then I will rotate around to Shirley’s Chuckwagon and Good Times.” �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Iuesday. October 11,2005 — Page 4 Jerry Lee Starkweather SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - Jerry Lee Starkweather, age 42. passed away September 19. 2005 in San Francisco, California. Jerry was bom in 1963 to Theo Starkweather and Shirley (Burkett) Starkweather in Charlotte. He is survived by one sis­ ter, Vicki Corbin of South Carolina and brothers, Rick CALENDAR OF EVENTS Oct 12 Oct 12 Oct 15 Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 19 Oct 20 OcL 21 Oct 26 Nov. 1 Nov. 1 Nov. 2 Nov. 2 Dairy Developmental meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Poultry Gardener class, 6-10, First United Methodist Church in Hastings. American Red Cross Babysitter Training Day Camp, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., YMCA of Barry Co., Camp Algonquin. Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension office. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m, First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Horse Judge Clinic, 7 p.m., Lightening Bar Equine Center. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Shooting Sports Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Meeting. Dog Developmental Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Location to be announced. Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings Starkweather of South Carolina, Randy Starkweather of Vermontville and Terry Starkweather of Bellevue. PTO meeting set for Oct. 17 The Maple Valley PTO will bold its monthly meeting on Monday, Oct 17, at 7 p.m.. The meeting will be held in the Fuller Street Elementary conference room. SCHOOL PTO to have fall carnival Wednesday, Oct 12 Quesadilla, com, mandarin oranges/pineapples, Hi-C fruit snack, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Octl3 M.W. Hungry Howies. Cheese French bread pizza, tossed salad, peaches, pretzel rod, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Octl4 potato rounds, banana, cook­ ie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct.17 DAVID D. ROSIER -------- DIRECTORSHOULD THE BODY BE VIEWED? Some people have strong views on this question and these should be respected. Others have no firm commitment one way or the other, and would answer such a question on the basis of circum­ stances. For these people, we would offer the following advice, based on many years of experi­ ence. If the body can be made view­ able, it should be viewed. It serves a number of very helpful and con­ structive purposes. In cases where the decedent has been liv­ ing away from home, or confined to a distant medical institution, viewing can provide the confirma­ tion the death has occurred. It provides a way to recall the loved one as he or she should be remembered - - free of the evi­ dence of pain, wasting, or injury. Viewing is likewise considered therapeutic for people. It is espe­ cially helpful for a child who has experienced the death of one loved. Instead of relying on imagi­ nation, the child can begin to com­ prehend the real meaning of death. ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Mapes-Fisher Chapel 193 Jackston St. Tel: (517) 566-8141 Dedicated to whose we serve. 06616657 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. Saints Andrew & Matthias Independent Anglican Church in Irving north held the annual Blessing of the Animals Sunday, Oct. 4 This is done each year on St. Francis Day before the Holy Communion service and allows parishoners as well as others to bring in their cats, dogs, and other pets to be blessed by Bishop David Hustwick. Pictured are parishers and their pets on the steps of the church with Hustwick. MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Grilled chicken sandwich, Something to Think About Blessing of the Animals observed Macaroni and cheese, celery w/peanut butter, fresh fruit, potato sticks, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct. 18 Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, pear halves, apple brownie, 1/2 pL milk. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Octl2 Choose One - Quesadilla, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - garden salad, glazed carrots, pineapple/mandarin oranges, cherry push-up, juice, milk. Thursday, OcL13 Kellogg Hungry Howies. Choose One - Grilled cheese sandwich, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel com, tomato soup, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, OcL14 Choose One - Com dog, mined er, Maplewood 2:30 p.m. Jason Miller 4:30 p.m. Matt Rohde Principal, Fuller Street youth pastor. Tickets prices are 25 Elementary 2: 45 p.m. Andrew cents each or a pack of 25 Peabody — Kindergarten tickets for $5, with most teacher, Fuller Street games requiring two tick­ Elementary ets. Raffles and the oppor­ 3 p.m. Allen Bross - tunity to dunk someone in 911 operator the dunk tank will require 3: 15 p.m. Jeff Miller - four tickets. Nashville Police Officer 3:30 p.m. Dina CorwinMiller - Nashville EMT 3: 45 p.m. Pat Powers — 16350746 Maple Valley Transportation Dept. 4 p.m. to be determined 4: 15 p.m. to be deter“Shop and Snack” will be held Friday, Oct. 21 at Peace United Methodist Church, corner of M-79 and Barryville Road. A bazaar and bake sale Fiction Western: Into Anne Rivers Siddons; will be from 10 a.m. to the West, by Max McCoy; Lipstock Jungle, by 6:30 p.m. A light lunch, sandwiches, Revenge of Eagles, by Candace Bushnell; The including William Johnstone. Divide, by Nicholas salad and pie will be availFiction Romance: Slow Evans; The Last Days of able between 11 a.m. and 1 Dogtown, Anita p.m. Supper will be served by Burn, by Julie Garwood. Fiction Mystery: Belle Diamant; School Days, by from 4 to 6:30 p.m. and Ruin, by Martha Grimes. Robert Parker; Ledges, by will feature soup, sandFiction: Places, by Michael Fredrick. wiches, sloppy joes, salMichael Fredrick; Vanish, Non-Fiction: 100 People ads, pies and beverages. by Tess Gerritsen; Who are Screwing Up Proceeds are for missions. Shadowed^ by Jerry America, by Bernard Peace United Methodist Jenkins; The Price of Goldberg. Church is located four Silence, by Kate Wilhem; Sahara, miles west of Nashville. DVDs: Fever, by Sean Rowe; Monster-in-Law, Longest For more information, call Sweetwater Creek, by Yard. 517-852-9524 or 517-852­ 0720. The Maple Valley PTO will have a fall carnival from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15. The carnival will be held at Fuller Street Elementary. Activities include games and prizes, face painting, balloons, a cake walk, good food, space bounces, raffles, and for the first time, a dunk tank. Scheduled "dunkees" and their approximate time slots are: 2 p.m Matt Powers, fift grade teacher, Maplewood 2:15 p.m. Ellen Yakemonis - social work- Peace United 'Shop & Snack’ New items at Putnam District Library pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, baked potato bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, baked beans, scalloped pota­ toes, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Oct.17 Choose One - Macaroni and cheese, pizza, cheese­ burger, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose Two Garden salad, carrot sticks, coleslaw, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Tuesday, OcL 18 Choose One - Popcorn chicken, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, french fries, California blend veg., apple, juice, milk. “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 VBA (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 08805509 1 Scolt A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 11,2005 — Page 5 New Halseys to celebrate golden wedding anniversary Elwood and Marian Halsey will celebrate their golden wedding anniversary on October 22, 2005. They lived in Nashville, Mich, for many years before moving to Troy, Alabama. Cards may be sent to: Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Halsey, 2341 County Rd. 2222, Troy, Alabama 36079. on the shelf at the Vermontville Township Library The Vermontville Northern Michigan Town-ship Library is Almanac by Ron Jolly has holding their annual been added to the library’s Halloween contest. collection in memory of Children are invited to Dorothy Gardner-Mahar. stop in and enter their Adult Fiction: Forgotten guess as to how many Realms - The Twilight “creepy creatures” are in Giants: The Titan of the pumpkin jar. The con­ Twilight, by Trby test will end and the win­ Denning; Goodnight ner will be notified on Nobody, by Jennifer October 29, 2005. Weiner; April Shadows, New DVDs: Robots, by V.C. Andrews; 13 Clifford’s Really Big Steps Down, by Ruth Movie, Three Kings. Rendell; A Breath of New Videos: Collateral, Snow and Ashes, by The Prince of Tides, Days Diana Gabaldon; School of Thunder. Days, by Robert B. acclaimed talents of 83year-old William Hutt as Prospero in “The Tempest” by William Shakespeare. Hutt is scheduled to conclude his career with his final performanceFriday, Oct. 28. Students enjoyed shop­ ping and dining in down­ town Stratford and overnight accommoda­ tions at the Victorian Inn. This is the 10th annual MVHS trip to Stratford. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics Hormone Connection, by Suzanne Somers. Junior Fiction: The Pit Dragon Chronicles Book One: Dragon’s Blood, Book Two: Heart’s Blood, Book Three: A Sending of Dragons, by Jane Yolen; I Spy School Days: A Book of Picture Riddles, by Walter Wick; The Little Fir Tree, by Margaret Wise Brown; The Ugly Pumpkin, by Dave Horowitz; A Jigsaw Jones Mystery: The Case of the Food Fight, by James Preller. Mb E High school students take trip to Stratford Forty-three Maple Valley High School stu­ dents and adults attended the fifty-third Shakespeare Festival in Stratford, Ontario, Oct. 4-5. The group, under the leadership of MVHS staff members Norma Jean Acker and Rose Cerny, attended two renowned performances while in the city. “Into the Woods,” a musical created by Stephen Sondheim, was performed in' the Avon Theater under the direc­ tion of Peter Hinton. Besides the production, students attended a “Meet the Actors” session, dur­ ing which time they were invited to participate in on-stage tableaus created by the performers. At the Festival Theater, students were privileged to experience the widely Parker; Pet Peeve, by Piers Anthony; The Lincoln Lawyer, by Michael Connelly; Babylon Rising Book 3: The Europa Conspiracy, by Tim Lahaye; Frankenstein: Book of Two: City of Night, by Dean Koontz; The Hot Flash Club Strikes Again, by Nancy Thayer, The Pattern of Her Heart, by Tracie Peterson; Last Light, by Terri Blackstock. Adult Non-Fiction: The Sexy Years: Discover the K BARLOW FLORIST We invite you to celebrate with us October 13,14& 15... CELEBRATES 50 YEARS! The Barlow family will be celebrating 50 years in the floral business October 13,14 & 15,2005. • Free Balloons • Roses • Drawing for Hastings Harvest Festival • Former employees will be on hand Saturday from 2 to 4 ...Stop in & say hello! Barlow Florist began on May 8,1955 in the family home owned by Norma & Eugene Barlbw at 1501 South Jefferson St. in Hastings, Michigan. A room was remod­ eled and designing was done in the basement. The front porch was glassed in and business was conducted there until a new building was constructed south of the home at 1505 South Jefferson in 1959. At that time, Norman Barlow was graduated from high school and came into the family business. In 1966, Norman and Carole were married and the 4 family members continued to operate the business. The building was expanded and green­ houses were added, but in 1987, a fire completely destroyed the building. The family business was relocated to downtown Hastings in 1987, and in 1992, the adjoining buildings at 109 & 111 West State St. were purchased. Soon a com­ plete line of Christian books and gifts were added, as well as tuxedos and wedding invitations. (269) 945-9554 The Barlow family joined the Michigan State Floral Association in 1953 and has been members of Teleflora and FTD for many years. ICNB has loans to fit our n Theron and Becky Barlow, the 3rd generation of Barlows, now operate the business and plan to continue when Norman & Carole retire. See us for tuxes & wedding announcements! WE CARRYALL MAJOR BRANDS We will match any competitor’s price on tuxes and flowers! DAILY DELIVERY THROUGHOUT BARRY COUNTY 109 & 111 WEST STATE ST. HASTINGS, MICHIGAN Contact David Lane, Woodland Office Manager, at (269) 367-4911 115 S. Main St., Woodland, Ml 48897 Member FDIC 06616266 Hometown Banking www.icnb.com 269-945-5029 Fax 269-945-0469 • barlowflorist@barlowflorist.com Teleflora review your arrangementat www.barlowflorist.com �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. October 11, 2005 — Page 6 ‘Father Knows Best’ production this week Kyle Pash, Trisha Carney, Meghan Gaber and Austin Earl in a scene where Officer Perkins and Earl return the missing teenagers. (Photo by David Hough) 13, to The student production of Thursday, Oct. “Father Knows Best," a play Saturday, Oct 15, with a 3 adapted by Kristin Sergei p.m. matinee performance from a program by Edward Saturday. Tickets are avail­ James, based on the 1950s able at the door, $6 for adults radio program and television and $5 for children, students show, will be presented this and senior citizens. Tickets week in the auditorium of are $2.50 for senior citizens for the dress rehearsal at 4 Maple Valley High School. Show times are 7 p.m. p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12. Briana Bromley, Sarah Williams, Amber Wells and Rachel Mater as the gar­ den club ladies, who arrive at an inopportune moment. (Photo by David Hough) Justin Sutkin, Meghan Gaber and Kyle Pash in a scene where the teenagers are reunited after a harrow­ ing evening. (Photo by David Hough) Lakewood Habitat for Humanity Swiss Steak Dinner Zion Lutheran Church (314 ofa mile south of Lake wood High School at 6261 Velte Road, Woodland Saturday, October 15 , 4:30-7:00 p.m. Janelle Farnum, Tarah Yenger, and Chelsea Shoemaker portray Betty and her friends discuss home­ work and boys. (Photo by David Hough) Featuring delicious homemade pie. A free will offering will be received. Thrivent Financial for Lutherans will contribute significantly to offerings received. vOOlOl '<L For Got Milk? We do!!! MOO-ville Creamery Fresh from the Farm. Whole milk now available for $3.00 a gallon at MOO-ville in Nashville, MI. Watch for the full line of milk soon. Also milk is available at O'Mara’s Market in Lake Odessa. Weekdays Mon.-Thurs. 10-8 Friday-Sat. 10-10 CLOSE SUNDAY g The Westendorp's everything from business cards and brochures I wanted to thank you for helping me make one of my very Important dreams come true. 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The children heard eracy calendar year with stories about bugs animat­ an event at Toddler Time, ed by an insect eating frog featuring Yoko the Cat. puppet, learned about let­ Yoko, a character from ter "I" (for insect), and a series of books by then got up close and per­ Rosemary Wells, visited sonal with an entomology Toddler Time Thursday collection. Sept. 29, as part of a twoThe children also met a week long kick-off pro­ live 12-inch long gram featuring animated Brazilian millipede, and characters at libraries all tried on fly-eye glasses. over Eaton County. Toddler Time finished During the event children with a craft project in were read stories about which the kids turned an Yoko, learned about letter ordinary stick into a stick "Y" (for Yoko), they sang bug! songs about cats and Science teacher Carrie "walked like animals." Carl loaned her bugs, pet Then for a craft project the millipede and the fly-eye children made a cat glasses. masks, and each child Toddler Time is held every Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Vermontville Public Library, and typically runs 40 minutes. The program is run entirely by volun­ teers of Eaton ISD (Intermediate School District), src,an and focuses ocuseson on pre-literacy, school preparedness and fun. Toddler Time activities typically consist of story time, dancing, singing, ABCs, 123s, a craft proj­ ect and occasionally unique guest speakers. The program is specifical­ ly geared for children ages 0-5, but children of all ages are welcome. Anyone who would like to be a reader or sponsor a craft project at Toddler Time may. call 269-948­ (Back row, from left) Rebecca Gorman, Madison King, Yoko the cat, (middle row, 3732. Toddler Time is Dalanie Roll, Bruce Gorman, Jade Scott, Erin Derusha, Juliann Meeker, Lindsay looking for someone with Meeker, (front row) Curt Walker, Storm Powers a bumper crop of small pumpkins they would like tour of the construction Road, noon to 2 p.m., welcome, but not to donate to the program. project in downtown $4/person. Admission required). Toddler Time themes Vermontville. includes doughnuts, cider, • Nov. 3 - Potter Park for the remainder of • Oct. 20 - Pumpkins! a pumpkin and an apple Zoo-Mobile, sponsored by October and early • Oct. 25 - Special and a hayride. the Vermontville Lions November are as follows: event, Toddler Time par­ • Oct. 27 - Spooky Club. • Oct. 13 ticipants are invited to the Skeleton Bones Construction, featuring a County Mill on Otto (Halloween costumes *7\ Call for R e al E st a te IHllii ImI HIIhirIh VV APAI IIhIIh Ibi II H im Ih iIh V P I Ih HMS™ > 9| Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Homer Winegar, GRI Broker, 045-9554 or | lLl 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE sss.sss Classifieds Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; lso Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI......................................... Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR........................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor....................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 Hillary Grant, Realtor................................................................... Cell 269-838-0796 cWetcomeff qJo Our gates Associate Hillary Grant 1-888- 870-7085 Lindsay Meeker, Yoko the Cat and Bruce Gorman. Hillary is a 2002 graduate of Maple Valley High School, having grown up in the Vermontville - Nashville area, she currently resides in Nashville. Hillary has attended Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek for 3 years with a focus on administrative business. You may recognize Hillary from Bell Ciearners in Hastings where she has been employed for 3 years. She is also employed part time by her father, Don, at Grants Woodshop. She is excited to put them on the back burner in order to pursue her career in real estate. She's looking forward to sharing her new career venture with family and friends. HASTINGS - Buying or Selling Give Hillary a Call!! . ON SOUTH JEFFERSON "FARMSTEAD" ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, many new improvements, all appli­ ances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs & perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-117) 3 bedrooms, 11/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on corner lot. Large yard, many new Improve­ ments!! Call Hillary. Move in at close. , (H-116) VACANT PARCELS: East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCED 11 2.8 ACRES: PRICE AT LACEY NOVE IN AT CLOSE EASY DRIVE TO BATTLE CREEK "Country living" large mature yard, 4 bedrooms, 1 st floor laun­ dry, kitchen appliances included. Call Jerry. 2 car garage.(CH-l 15) REDUCEDII Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings "in the country". Great view, close to publjc hunting & fishing. Lots of birds 8f wildlife. Some restric­ tions. Has drive way permit. Call Rick. (VL-99) Black top road, north of Vermontville, conventional perk, natrual gas avaialble, all surveyed. Modular home. Call Homer. (VL-89) 4 ACRES: BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. "FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-105) NEAR VILLAGE PARK Jade Scott, Joei McNeilly, Mercedes Scott, J.D. McNeilly, Lindsay Meeker, Juliann Meeker 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 1 acre lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more ^information. (FI-101) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES*. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. (VL-109 & 110) PRICE REDUCED ON THIS "TURN OF THE CENTURY" BRICK HONE IN NASHVILLE 2 UNIT OR SINGLE FANILY Presently "set Up" as a 2 unit with separate meters, driveways, 8r entries, total of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, natural woodwork throughout. Two blocks to stores 8r M-66. Occupancy at “close. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer. (N-II1). �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October11,2005 — Page 8 Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday The Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at Mulberry Gardens, 975 N. Main St., in Nashville. Donors must be 17 years of age or older, weigh at least 110 lbs. and be in reasonably good health. Thornapple Arts Council Member and Judge Bob Brandt chose the winners of the 2005 Fine Arts Show, hosted by the Putnam District Library during Nashville’s Harvest Festival. Brandt said he was pleased to see works submitted by young people from Nashville whose ages ranged for 6 to 15. First place winner Robert Goodnoe with a portrait of his wife, Gay. Fine Show winners announced Third place winner Tracy Anderson with “Picture of a New England Barn.” Second place winner was Marilyn Wright, with her painting of ‘Turkeys in the Mist, Library Director Brenda Shoup accepted prize in her absence. Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Oct. 12 Chili dog, country pota­ toes, peaches, coleslaw, bun. Thursday, Oct 13 Roast beef w/gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed veg­ etables, peaches, wheat bread. E>ellevue Community "Theater presents Friday, Oct. 14 Scrambled eggs, pancake, country potatoes, spiced apples, orange juice. The Vizabr of 0z October 14- Monday, Oct. 17 Chicken parmesan, cauli­ flower, peas, pasta, tropical fruit. & 21-22, 2005 Tuesday, Oct. 18 E)ellevue High School Auditorium Sweet and sour meatballs, rice, carrots, Oriental blend, mixed fruit. 57^ L°ve Hwy. P ridays @ /:OO Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Oct. 12 Saturays & Sunday @ 2:00 Homemade egg salad, tomato salad, apricots, whole wheat crackers. There is NO performance on 5undau, October ZJ! Adults $8.00, Students/Scniors $7.00, Children (j-l2) $J.OO f^or reservations call (269) 969-2798 or email Delllevuetheater@ijalioo.com Thursday, Oct. 13 Chef’s salad, salad, pears. 8 macaroni Friday, Oct 14 Tuna pasta salad, coleslaw, fruit parfait. U COUDIU Monday, Oct 17 Ground bologna, garbanzo bean salad, applesauce, whole wheat bread. Tuesday, Oct 18 Wing dings, three bean salad, peaches, dinner roll. Events Wednesday, Oct. 12 Hastings Nails, Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; AARP Driver’s, Safety; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13 Hastings - Morehouse Kids, Line Dancing 9:30 a.m.11: 30 a.m.; Cancer Support 7 p.m. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville - TV Time. Friday, Oct. 14 - Hastings - Bingo, Oil Painting. Woodland Visiting. Nashville - Nashville 5. Monday, Oct. 17 Hastings Card Making 12: 30-2:30 p.m.; Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Grieff Care Support 7 p.m. Delton, Bingo; Nashville 5. H, W, N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Oct. 13 Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m. Alzheimer’s Support 1 p.m. Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent IT’S TIME! TO MAKE MONEY Would you like to make 10,12,15% on your money? CD’s - IRS’s - Annuitys - Life Ins. - Money Markets Stocks - Bonds - Variable Products - Savings To start new or rollover your money. Deferred or not deferred money accepted. What a way to help yourself and your employees retirement accounts. Large or small businesses. Tobias Insurance can show this is not a wish or a dream, it happened. Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net § | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 11, 2005 — Page 9 Valley gets to five wins withbig victory over Blackhawks The Lions backs are up against the wall. In front of them are the Class B Brooklyn Columbia Central Golden Eagles and the Portland Raiders. Between the two schools they have just three losses this fall. Brooklyn Columbia Central suffered its first loss of the season last Friday when Hillsdale snatched at least of share of the Southern Michigan Activities Conference (South) championship with a 44-14 victory over the Golden Eagles. Hillsdale can take the con­ ference title for its own by beating Stockbridge this week. Maple Valley needs to find a way to earn a win in one of the two games it has left, to get to six wins and earn a spot in the Michigan High School Athletic Association play­ offs. Portland has fallen to Maple Valley in five of the last six meetings between the two schools. The Lions improved to 5-2 on the year with a 33- 7 thrashing of the Leslie Blackhawks Friday night Nearly everything went right for the Lions. There were three turnovers in the contest, all by the Blackhawks. Lion senior quarterback Matt Gordeneer attempted two passes, and both went for touchdowns. Charlie Snow’s touch­ down pass to Johnathon Walker with 2:07 to play was the lone touchdown of the fourth quarter. Maple Valley racked up a 33-7 lead heading into the final quarter. a 3-yard run with 5:41 left Gordeneer got the scor­ in the third quarter. ing started early in the The Lion defense just second quarter when he kept getting the ball back connected with Adam for the offense. Dan Lamphere on a 20-yard Laverty and Evan Smith scoring strike. each had an interception, Levi Andler scored the and Matt Gam picked up a Lions next three touch­ Leslie fumble. Gam also downs. His first came on a had six tackles and one of 54-yard run with 5:46 left five quarterback sacks by to play in the first half, Maple Valley. then scored his secondjust Micah Coplin led the seconds before half-time Lions with seven tackles on a 6-yard run. He fol­ and pulled down the lowed up the second score Blackhawk signal caller by running in the two- twice. point conversion. With 6:44 to play in the third quarter, Gordeneer dropped back to pass a second time and hit Andler for a 34-yard score. Tim Wood added the The Maple Valley varsiLions’ final touchdown on ty girls’ basketball team fell to 0-10 when they Leslie, Stockbridge, were topped at Pennfield Bellevue, Parma-Western, last Tuesday 65 to 20. Olivet, Morrice, and Mindy Newton had five Maple Valley. rebounds and five points Hillsdale’s Jeff to lead the Lions. Maxfield was the first run­ Every Pennfield player ner across the finish line scored in the contest, with in 17:26. Pennfield tops Lion ladies by forty-five Lions have a tough time in their two trips to Bellevue A few teams around the area shrugged off the allure and the crowds of the Portage Invitational Saturday, and got together at Bellevue for a cross country invitational. Maple Valley was one ofthem, and the Lion boys raced to a fourth place fin­ ish overall. The host Broncos fin­ ished in second place, three points behind the champions from Potterville. Bronson was third with 83 points, and the Lions fourth with 105. Maple Valley’s Mike Hall finished second over- all in 17:26. Behind him for the Lions, Austin French was 21st in 19:02, Zeke Wieland 26th in 19: 14, Kaleb Root 40th in 20: 26, and R.J. Raines in 45th with a time of 20:46. Potterville took the top spot in the girls’ race with 23 points. St. Phillip was second with 34 and Bellevue third at 75. Without Hall last Wednesday, the Lions fin­ ished ninth out of nine teams at the Southern Michigan Activities Conference meet hosted by Bellevue. Hillsdale won the meet followed by Albion, .MUELLER ^construction ROOFING 12 YEARS EXPERIENCE NEW CONSTRUCTION RE-ROOF Scott Mueller, owner Email: scottworks@iserv.net TEAR OFFS (269) 948" (7663) ROOF 06616487 STANTON'S REAL ESTATE AUCTION 80+/- Acres • Perked Sites • Woods • Home • stocked Pond LOCATED at 6430 W. Five Pt. Hwy., Charlotte, Ml (3 miles southwest of Charlotte on State Street/Battle Creek Road/M-78 to Five Pt. Hwy. and west 3 miles to property) on: TUESDAY, OCT. 25 • 6 PM Selling this great 80 acre parcel with home, woods, tillable land, perked sites and home at auction. Nice, large 4+ bedroom home that needs some updating but has lots of potential and a good pole barn/garage. The property will be offered in individual parcels, in any combinations desired and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES; Sunday, October 16 - 1:00-2:30 and Thursday, October 20 - 4:00-5:30. STANLEY LAMBERT, Owner 06616686 144 South Main St. P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 (3) Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-mail: stantons@voyager.net www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. Call for Root led the Lions with his 50th place finish in 20:57. Behind him for Maple Valley Adam Cook was 54th in 20:57, Jed Wieland 58th in 22:10, Raines 61st in 22:31, and French 68th in 25:06. Maple Valley has this week off from competi­ tion until traveling to Saturday’s Greater Lansing Meet at Ledge Meadows Golf Course in Grand Ledge. Sara Lowe leading the way with 15 points. The Lions will be at home tonight taking on Webberville, then on the road Tuesday in the Southern Michigan Activities Conference when they face Hillsdale. Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800- 870-7085 Youth basketball league sign-up ends Oct. 17 It is time again to sign­ up for the Maple Valley Youth Basketball Program, which includes fourth through sixth grade boys and girls traveling basketball teams. There will be a partici­ pation fee of $20 for all .traveling team players. The fee will be due by sign-up night, which will be Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. at the Maple Valley High School Cafeteria. This will be the last date to sign-up for any boy or girl wishing to play on a traveling team. Between now and then, forms may be picked up at the school office and returned along with a check payable to Maple Valley Youth Basketball before Oct. 17. Players’ guardians are responsible for providing transportation to and from each game. Games begin Nov. 19, and continue through the middle of Feb., on Saturdays. There will be no games on the Andler led the Lion offense with 85 yards on ten carries. Tyler Christensen mshed 13 times for 70 yards. The Lions outrushed the Blackhawks 267 yards to 54 in the game. The Lions hit the road for the long trip to Brooklyn Columbia Central this Friday, before hosting Portland in the season finale. weeks of Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s. Practices will be held a maximum of three times a week, depending on gym availability start­ ing in November. Last year teams from Olivet, Leslie, Bellevue, Lansing Christian, and Springport participated in the league. The program is in need of parents willing to help with the program. There are open positions for coaches and assistants. Interested volunteers should sign up at the meet­ ing Oct. 17. There will also be a intramural/instructipnal league for first second and third grade girls. The pro­ gram will run on Saturday mornings, but not until after the first of the year. More information will fol­ low at a later date. Contact Keith Jones with any questions at (517) 852-1901. 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. Vermont.v..il.le Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06605544 �Just Say y “As Advertised in the Maple p Valley y News” Tuesday, y, October 11,2005 , — Page g 10 Lion golfers fourth in SMAA, and tenth at regional tourney ified for this weekend’s Division 3 state finals. Sports Editor Maple Valley’s varsity Kalamazoo Christian took boys’ golf season came to first place on its home an end Friday when the course, shooting 312. The Lions finished tenth out of defending state champi­ from Lansing 12 teams at the Division 3 ons Regional tournament Catholic were second with hosted by Thornapple 316, and Hackett Catholic Creek Golf Course in Central was third with 326. Kalamazoo. The top three individu­ The top three teams and top three individuals qual- als not on those teams all by Brett Bremer 517-852-2081 517-652-3845 Dolomite - Lime' Calcium - Lime Driveway Materials: ials: Limestone, Limestone Crashed Concrete,, Asphalt Millings All items delivered & spread whether in the Field ... or in the Drive, We’ve got it Covered! 06616256 shot in the 70’s. Maple Valley was led by senior Garrett VanEngen’s 87. “We got rid of all the riff-raff last week, except for us,” said Maple Valley varsity boys’ golf coach John Hughes with a bit of a smile in his voice. Ethan Griswold shot a 91 for the Lions, Justin McMillen 94, and Adam Gonser 99. The Lions thought things were tough in the Southern Michigan Activities Association (SMAA) South this fall, but things could get much tougher in the future. The Lions top two scorers from this season, VanEngen and Gonser, are both seniors. Next year, the Lions join the Kalamazoo Valley Association, which includes Kalamazoo Christian and Hackett Catholic Central. Maple Valley won the final three Southern Michigan Athletic Associations, before the league rearranged for the 2005 season. The Lions finished fifth at the SMAA tournament Tuesday. Hillsdale took the title with a score of 329 at Lakeland Hills Golf Course, securing itself the conference championship. Even the Lions, who finished fifth Tuesday and fourth overall in the con­ ference standings, weren’t too far behind Hillsdale. The top five teams in the league were separated by only 11 strokes at the con­ ference tournament. Brooklyn Columbia Central was second at 330, followed by ParmaWestern 334, Stockbridge 336, Maple Valley 337, Leslie 340, and Albion 395. “This was a much better league this year,” said Hughes. “We had to be on our game very time out. Last year, we slipped a few times and still came out on top.” Gonser led the Lions with an 80. McMillen shot 85, and VanEngen and Griswold both shot 86. Gonser earned firstteam all-conference hon­ ors for his steady perform­ ance this season. VanEngen was named second-team all-confer­ ence. SBA seeks 2006 Small Business Awards nominations The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Michigan District Office is now accepting nominations for its 2006 Small Business Awards, including Small Business Person of the Year. Nominators submit a onepage nomination letter, in any format, to the SBA District Office by November 15, 2005. Those who advance to the final selection stage will be asked to submit a more detailed nomination packet. Nominations will be Have a accepted for the following categories: • Small Business Person of the Year. • Small Business Exporter of the Year. • Minority Small Business Champion of the Year. • Women in Business Champion of the Year. • Financial Services Champion of the Year. • Home-Based business Champion of the Year. • Small Business Journal­ ist of the Year. • Veteran Small Business Champion of the Year. • Young Entrepreneur of the Year. • Small Business Coun- selor of the Year. • Young Entrepreneur of the Year. • Small usiness Counselor of the Year. “These awards really showcase the strength and depth of Michigan’s small business community. Michigan is full of great business success stories and we love to recognize them,” said Richard Temkin, Michigan District Director. Award winners will be honored at the Michigan Celebrates Small Business Entrepreneurial Awards Banquet to be held on April 19, 2006. The Michigan Small Business Person of the Year will travel to Washington D.C. during National Small Business Week. Criteria vary for each award. For example, nomi­ nees for Small Business Person of the Year will be evaluated according to growth in number of employees; sales volume and profits; staying power; inno­ vativeness of product/service; response to adversity; and community service. More information is avail­ able from the Michigan District Office at (313) 226­ 6075 x279 or http:Zwwsba.gov/mi Kent Oil & Propane, Inc Printing We Deliver 155 Durkee Street, Nashville, MI Phone (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 Need? KtHI OH-IWMifc 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058-0188 UM 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. 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Nice truck, dining, kitchen, livin g room. 8575 Shaytown Solid oak and manogony, Granger & Bismark ogony, ranger Bismark, smar, 1/2 all offers considered, $9,900. new beds. Too much to list. mile south of M-50. Collecti-(269)948-7921 Cost $8,000. Will sacrifice for bles, antiques, glassware, $2,500/best. (517)204-0600 sets of dishes including FOR SALE: 1988 Ford 250 Yorktowne by Pfaltzgraff, Van, new front tires, new SLEIGH BED: queen cherry furniture, pictures, womens fron,t brakes, new muffler & , wood with pillowtop mat­ size dress clothes, tires & tailpipe. Runs good, $1,150 tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 rims, 1978 Honda 750. Much obo. 616-293-4184 more! Loa Kinyon. For Rent ARE YOU TIRED OF THAT? $500 down moves you in! If you have $500 & want to p purchase a home,, call Susan with morNorth Mortgage, (269)788-5494. EOL QUILT MATERIAL, SAN­ TA Bears, Christmas & misc items. Friday, October 14th, 9am-5pm; p ; Saturday, y, October 15th, 9am-12. 6312 S. M-66 Hwy, Nashville. 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BEDROOM SET: ■ new 6pc. complete set with sleigh bed must sell, $575, can separate, can deliver. 616-949-6525. . Economic development for Nashville will be topic at Oct. 17 meeting The Nashville Community Development Committee of the Barry County Chamber of Commerce is inviting the public to its 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17 meeting. Dixie Stadel-Manshum, executive director of the Barry County Economic Development Alliance, will be the guest speaker. She will discuss economic development . for developm Nashville. The meeting will be held at the MOO-ville Quality Creamery, located at the intersection of M-66 and M-79 highways. “Please join us for an informative meeting and discussion on what is next for our committee,” said Chamber Executive Director Julie DeBoer. “The committee wants to promote Nashville and its businesses. We need your help!” Contact Julie DeBoer at (269) 945-2454 or julie@barrychamber.com for more information. 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. ■DUAL HOWM OPPORTUNITY 0n6£5E771i0n1in0 PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on October 20, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the council cham­ bers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a variance request for 409 Cleveland. The sec­ tion of the Zoning Ordinance in question is Chapter V (front yard set back) and Chapter 16, section 16.02 (side lot clearances). If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request, you must do so by October 19, 2005 and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, Ml EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential * Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... * Pumps * Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 3 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE gg § Now accepting MasterCard & Visa legal Corrected Notice Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mort­ gage made by MELINDA K RED­ MOND AND SHAWN P RED­ MOND, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS to MORT­ GAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS­ TRATION SYSTEMS, INC MERS IS A SEPARTATE CORPORA­ TION THAT IS ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER AND LENDER’S SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, LENDER IS TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2003, and recorded on October 10, 2003 , as Instrument No. 1115414, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of fifty nine thousand ninty five and 89/100 Dollars ($59,095.89), including interest at 6.000% 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 mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on November 03, 2005. Said prem­ ises are situated in CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 3 AND ALL OF LOT 7, BLOCK 22 OF THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. 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. DATED: October 04, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 'Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: MORTGAGE ELECTRON­ IC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC MERS IS A SEPARTATE CORPORATION THAT IS ACT­ ING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER AND LENDER’S SUC­ CESSORS AND ASSIGNS, LENDER IS TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) 540-7701 ASAP724589 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 06616351 CUSTOM PRINTS AVAILABLE Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varsity Football Maple Valley running bac back LeVi Andler helped his team keep its play-off hopes alive with three touchdowns in Friday's 33-7 over Leslie. 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This photo shows piles of debris lining the side of the road like snowdrifts. by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Joe Rodriguez of Nashville returned home last week from Gulf Port, Mississippi, where he spent a month helping with search and recovery operations as a member of the fire depart­ ment from National Guard 110th Fighter Wing from Battle Creek. The unit was deployed to assist with search, rescue and recovery operations after Hurricane Katrina. The 100th Fighter wing was sta­ tioned at a CRTC training base in GulfPort, where they provided support medivac helicopters and for Air Force and Army aircraft bringing in food and medical supplies. Rodriguez and others Destruction like this was common Mississippi coast after Hurricane Katrina. along the from the 100th Fighter Wing rotated 24-hour shifts work­ ing on base with 24-hour shifts working off base. When they were off base, members of the search res­ cue and recover team worked from dawn until dusk along the Mississippi coast in towns like Long Beach and Pearlington. "We hit the smaller towns along the MississippiLouisiana border. We did primary searches going into houses that had not been searched yet and secondary searches where we would check houses that had already been searched or checked, we’d yell to see if anyone was inside and ask if they needed any food, water or medical attention," said Rodriguez, who works as a therapy aid at the Eaton County Medical Facility, who has been in the National Guard for four years, whose training as a medical first responder was in treating victims suffering from dehy­ dration and a man who had a heart attack. While the hurricane dam­ age in Mississippi and rural Louisiana hasn’t received as much media attention as that There's never been a better TIME to get an ARMSTRONG FURNACE. ’re-Season Furnace Inspection & Tune-Up in New Orleans, it was no less devastating. "While most of the dam­ age in New Orleans was due to flooding,- in Mississippi most of it was caused by the wind; things were just blown away," said Rodriguez. "For 20-30 miles along the coast near Gulf Port, I’d say about seven city blocks from shore looked like a landfill, every­ thing was scattered every­ where." Rodriguez said that while he was on the search, rescue FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service ple who remained in the coastal area near the Mississippi and Louisiana border had to worry about contamination. "For the most part, the people who stayed behind were able to get the help they needed. They still didn’t have power when we left, but they should have it by now," he said. "The recovery seems slow, but these things are going to take awhile." Whitney Shilton received the Student of the Month honor from Vermontville Lions Club President Bill Martin and District Governor Kenneth VanRiper. Whitney Shilton wins Lions Student of Month award Vermontville Lions Club President Bill Martin and District Governor Kenneth VanRiper recently presented Whitney Shilton with the student of the month award for September. Shilton is a 16-year-old senior at Maple Valley. She is a member of the National Honor Society, where she serves as photographer and historian. She also works on =?/ the school yearbook. She takes pictures throughout the year and helps put the book together. She also plays on the vasity softball team. When Shilton is not busy with school work she likes to send time with her family, friends and her boyfriend. Her hob­ bies are reading and scrap­ booking. She plans to attend Kellogg Community Collage to receive her associate’s degree in social work, then transfer to a university to fur­ ther her education. Whitney is the daughter of Mike Shilton, Tracy Carpenter and stepfather Joe Sprague. She has three broth­ ers, Marty Shilton, Jordan and Michael Sprague. THE TRAFFIC SCENE Stir Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 as well as Complete Duct Cleaning Call today for an appointment! and recovery missions, they would occasionally find sur­ vivors who had ridden out the storm in their homes. "I’d say that most of the people evacuated before the storm, but there were some people who decided to stay and try to ride it out in their own homes, most of them said that they had ridden out hurricanes before and they weren’t expecting such a big storm." Like in New Orleans, Rodriguez said that the peo- Iff I IF C Segment I Class Segment II Class Oct. 24-Nov. 10,2005 Nov.28-Dec. 15,2005 Nov. 21-23,2005 Dec. 20-22,2005 Free Estimates I L s Lake Odessa Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-10-18.pdf f09edceb39ea94b4ec03231c42f89658 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY WSCHtfCHST HASIIMGS Ml 49053-1393 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 42, October 18, 2005 Nashville council members’ terms now to be staggered by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Until Thursday evening all trustees on the Nashville Village Council were serving four-year terms due to expire Feb. 28. However, during its regu­ lar meeting last week, the council adopted a resolution extending the terms of three of its members in order to stagger the terms so all trustee seats would not be on the ballot at the same time during the next regular elec­ tion scheduled for Nov. 7, 2006. The terms of trustees Justin Shots, James Dunham and Kimberly Knoll, who were appointed to fill vacant seats on the council, were extended until Feb 28, 2009. The terms of Village President Frank Dunham and trustees Mike Kenyon, Mary Coll and Ron Bracy will expire in February 2007 and their seats will be on the bal­ lot next year. The council revised its policy to set charges for var­ ious uses of Riverside Park. The charges for tournaments at the ball fields and charges for vendors or special events remain the same, but the council added a paragraph to the policy stating there will be a charge of $15 per day when an electrical box is used by a vendor during an event at the park. The num­ ber of vendors is limited to 12 due to the limited number of electrical boxes available. Allowed vendors will include small food vendor trailers, speaker systems, and other small needs that do not exceed the limited voltage available. It does not include carnival rides and other large need vendors. In other business the coun­ cil: • Approved the regular quarterly payments of $5,250 for the fire depart­ ment and $ 1,000 for transfer recycle, but voted 5 to 2 against making the regularly scheduled payment of $4,000 to the ambulance service. Kenyon and Bracy cast the assenting votes. Some of those who voted against making the payment stated that they were doing so because they felt the ambulance service was not addressing its problems. The Castleton-Maple Grove­ Nashville Emergency Medical service has recently been embroiled in legal and personnel issues. • Heard a complaint from Dick and Virginia Tobias about the continued flooding of their home and office located at 210. N. State St. The Tobiases came before the council in July stating that the flooding problem started when the village paved the alley behind their home. The council told them at that time that the Department of Public Works (DPW) would look into resolving the matter; howev­ er, flooding continues to be a problem. The council approved a motion to reimburse the Tobiases $525 for the cost of renting equipment to clean up their flooded rooms and said the DPW would work with a engineering firm to address the drainage prob­ lem. Held a public hearing on and later approved the rezon­ ing of 1008 Reed St., the for­ mer auto parts shop, from 1-1 Local schools’ student head count down by 20 by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer told the school board last Monday that the district was near, but below its projected student head count. The unaudited fall count was 1,666, which is down 20 from the estimate of 1,686 based on the count last February. The count will become official when it is audited some time during the next four weeks. It will then be combined with last year’s count of 1,686 to create the “blended count,’* which is used to determine the dis­ trict’s exact state aid count. Kramer projected the blended count would be 1,671, down 15 from last year, which would mean a $103,125 decrease in state aid revenue for the district in the current academic year. Kramer said in June the board approved its budget for the 2005-2006 school year based on the February count of 1,686, not planning for an increase and hoping for no decrease. “The board adopted a deficit budget, and we went into this year knowing that we were going to have to take $400,000 out of our sav­ ings. With this additional $103,125 decrease, we are looking at a half million dol­ lars,” he said. “We are going to have to tighten our belts. The board adopted the budg­ et with the idea that we would dip into the savings account this one time with the idea that the economy in Michigan would improve, but it is still sluggish. We’ll be tightening our belts but we have no plans for major adjustments such as layoffs or cutting programs.” Kramer noted that the dis­ trict also was waiting to see if the state would follow through with the increase in the foundation grant which would give schools a $175 per pupil increase. During his report, Kramer also told the board that the district would undergo a communications audit during the first week of November. Patrice Heinzman, the direc­ tor of public information for the Ingham Intermediate School District, will be con­ ducting the audit. During the audit, Heinzman will conduct three or four focus groups made up of members of the communi­ ty representing business, service clubs, realtors, senior citizens, parents, media, cler­ gy, local government, veterans, farmers and district staff. The focus groups will serve to gather information on the primary source and other sources of information about Maple Valley Schools, who they contact ifthey need more information about the schools, who they call when they hear a rumor about the schools, what sources of information do they trust, what sources don’t they trust, what information about the schools do they need but are not receiving now, and more. Heinzman will present her findings to the board in January. The cost ofthe audit is $1,155. Kramer also told the board about his efforts to increase community awareness about the need of the district to expand its early childhood program. To that end he has scheduled Carl Ill, a wellknown expert on early childhood development in Michigan, to be a guest speaker at the public forum, which will be held at Fuller Street Elementary School, Monday, Oct. 24. In an effort to continue his idea of educating the public about the board’s three goals, an expanded early childhood program, a sepa­ rate middle school and .high school restructuring, Kramer his plans to frequent local coffee shops on Wednesday morning. His planned sched­ ule is: Sugar Hut Cafe in Vermontville Oct. 26 and Dec. 21, Clay’s Dinner Bell in Nashvillle, Oct. 12 and Dec. 7, Good Time Pizza in Nashville, Nov. 23 and Jan. 25, and Shirley’s Cafe in Nashville, Nov. 9 and Jan. 11. In other business at the meeting Oct. 10, the board: • Approved the purchase of a 2005 Chevy Astro van from Heritage Chevrolet in Battle Creek at a cost of $18,993. The van is used to transport students to club and sports activities when a regular school bus would be too large. The van replaces the rusted 1998 van with more than 230,000 miles on the odometer. • Approved the FFA’s annual trip to the national FFA convention in Louisville, Ky., and the appointment Karen Copeland as the Maple Valley PAC representative. • Heard a presentation from Maplewood Elementary staff on the school’s new equipment in the computer lab and how it is being used to enhance the curriculum. The board also heard presentations from Jason Miller, principal of Fuller Street Elementary School on the need for and possible expansion of the district’s early childhood programing; and from Julie Swartz and Mary Slag on their planned teacher in-serv­ ice on a technique to teach­ ing writing skills throughout the school curriculum. toB-1. • Adopted and a new bill payment policy for the office staff, revised the village’s lockout tagout policy, con­ fined space entry procedure and drug and alcohol use policies for village employ­ ees. • Discussed the master plan resolution. Bracy who is Spearheading the village’s master plan said he hopes to hold a public hearing on the proposed master plan in March 2006. • Set 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, as the daye and time for Halloween trick or treat­ ing in the village. Vermontville woman wins college journalism contest Amy Jo Parish of Vermontville was one of the award winners from Olivet College in the Michigan Press Association College Newspaper Contest. As a staffer for the Olivet College Echo, a student-run campus newspaper, she earned earned one of seven awards Parish, now a staff writer and sports editor for the Marshall Chronicle, won in the review category for her piece, “Accolades for Botti.” Amy Jo Parish A Vermontville native, she graduated from Olivet earned in the category for College in the spring of 2005 newspapers published less with a bachelor's degree in than weekly. journalism. Prior to enrolling The contest was open to at Olivet, she was a theater student newspaper members major at Concordia of Michigan Press University in Portland, Ore., Association (MPA), and was and earned her general asso­ co-sponsored by the ciates degree at Lansing Michigan Collegiate Press Community College in 2003. Association, an association Parish has worked at the J- composed of advisers to the Ad Graphics publication, the MPA student newspaper Marshall Chronicle, since members. August covering sports and Other contest winners general assignment news. In from Olivet College were: her free time, Parish enjoys Deadline Story, “Fire playing percussion with the Destroys Local Business” by Maple Valley Community Jason Wright, a senior from Band and is a member ofThe Marshall; Sports News, Revue theater troupe, which “Intramural Basketball” by periodically stages produc­ Nick Hannar, a senior from tions at the Vermontville Dowling; Display Opera House. Advertising Promotion The awards were based on “Chance... Go Directly to entries published from Work for the Echo” by Eleni January to May 2004, Mitropoulos, a sophomore according to Joanne from Bronson; Black & Williams, Echo adviser and White ad design, assistant professor of jour­ “DandiLions” by Greg nalism and theater at the col­ See PARISH, page 5 lege. Echo honors were In This Issue • Local fire departments, schools cel ebrate Fire Prevention Week • ‘Trunk or Treat’ in Vermontville, Oct, 31 • Maplewood fourth-graders learn about natural science • Lions top Webbervillfor first win • Lions reach play-offs again �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 18,2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville Listening and Acting On God's Word IT 852-1985 sb 0 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. -10 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. HOMETOWN j LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. 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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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1Z2 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 Elsie E. Wolver Broker 135 Washington p o. Box 95 Res. (517) 726-0637 Vermontville, MI 49096-0095 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship ............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY . Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship............................... 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School... ........... 9:45 A.M. Service...... ....... 11a.m. P.M. Service....... ................. 7 Wed. Service ..... ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE .ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ............. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .......... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 . 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK See us for color copies, one-hour photo processing and all your printing needs. 1351N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the gray bam 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................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Maip, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726 _ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 18,2005 — Page 3 In My Own Write Au contraire: higher gas prices actually mean less money for roads Motorists may see deeper potholes and greater conges­ tion across the state this win­ by Sandra ter as higher gasoline prices Ponsetto I have driven down consump­ tion of fuel, resulting in fewer dollars available to pave, plow and maintain county roads. “Despite what many peo­ ple think, higher gas prices actually mean less money for road construction and repairs because the gas tax is a flat It’s funny how time can Turnadot’s handmaidens I 19 cents a gallon,” said John change a person’s perspec­ ended up spending a lot of D. Niemela, director of the tive. Twenty years ago I time on stage looking deco- County Road Association of would have been insulted to rative while the principals Michigan. be called "eye candy" or and the chorus sing some of Higher gas prices mean asked to do anything that the most glorious music drivers buy fewer gallons of capitalized on my appear­ Puccini ever wrote. Let me gas. Because the gas tax is ance. I wanted to be respect­ tell you, there is no stereo fixed at 19 cents per gallon, ed for my brains and my tal­ system in the world that can every gallon that is not sold ent; I was not an object; equal the experience of means less revenue deposited thank you very much! standing there surrounded by into the Michigan Well, I’m still not an such powerful and talented object but during the inter­ singers. It is positively vening years I think I have thrilling. earned a measure of respect As an extra, or supernu­ for my brains and ability and merary, my role in bringing I guess that’s why I don’t the music to life for the audi­ mind taking a role as a hand­ ence is very small. However, Maple Valley Elementary maiden in the upcoming it has given me the opportu­ Menu Opera Grand Rapids produc­ nity of watching the profes­ tion of “Turandot,” a non­ sionals pull together to make Wednesday, Oct. 19 speaking, non-singing role the magic happen. Though Taco, whole kernel com, that I have heard called, the chorus found out last peaches, churro, 1/ 2 pt. milk. "moveable scenery," or "eye Wednesday that OGR Thursday, Oct. 20 candy." Artistic Director Robert Pizza sticks, tossed salad, In fact, now that I am over Lyle, who is serving as the applesauce, Goldfish crack­ 40, I find it rather flattering director for Turandot, had ers, 1/2 pt. milk. to be called eye candy — decided to change what had Friday, Oct 21 especially when the three originally been planned to be French toast sticks/sausage. other handmaidens are young a semi-staged (limited sets, M.W.: Potato rounds. Fuller: props, and roles for the cho­ juice. Mixed fruit, 1/2 pt. enough to be my daughters! When OGR Production rus) to a fully-staged produc­ milk. Manager Rosanne Steffens tion, they embraced the Monday, Oct 24 called me at home to offer change with a minimum of Spaghettios w/meatballs, me the part (on my birthday fuss and threw themselves bread stick, pineapple, carrot no less!) I was so excited I into learning their blocking sticks, 1/2 pt. milk. did an extended version of and memorizing the music Tuesday, Oct. 25 the "happy dance" I did in they had thought they were Fuller: Corn Dog. MW: my cubicle at work three going to be able to read while Nachos, whole kernel com, years ago when she offered standing on risers. Watching pear halves, Jell-o, 1/2 pt. me a role as a courtesan in these local people, of all ages milk. “Rigoletto.” and from all walks off life, However, I have to admit work together to make it hap­ Maple Valley Secondary that when I went to my cos­ pen, is an inspiration. Lunch tume fitting after a long day While I was having a hard Wednesday, Oct. 19 at work, three years older and time focusing on my small Choose One Turkey several pounds heavier than I demands of my role, due to tetrazzini, pizza, mozzarella was the last time, I felt as having had one of the most sticks, chicken sandwich, much like eye candy as a confusing and stressful burger bar. Choose Two piece of stale bubble gum weeks, both personally andd garden salad, whole kernel stuck under the table in a professionally, since I com, sweet potatoes, mandiner. But, after costume resumed my career as a jour­ darin, orgs./pineapple, juice, designer Earlene Helderman nalist, I was humbled to note milk. took my measurements and the consummate professionThursday, Oct. 20 likened them to the leg­ alism of the principal Kellogg & H.S. - Hungry endary pin-up girl Betty singers, some of whom were Howies. Choose One - Ham Grable, I walked out feeling facing much harsher difficul­ and cheese sub, pizza, like a Godiva chocolate! ties than mine. All of them cheeseburger, chicken sand­ Being eye candy in the are facing weeks of separa­ wich, taco bar. Choose Two opera definitely has its tion from her husband while - Garden salad, french fries, advantages. During staging they travel from city to city green beans, pear halves, rehearsals last week, I found performing with various juice, milk. that as one of Princess regional opera companies Friday, Oct. 21 and one is waiting to hear Choose One - Pizza sticks, from his insurance company pizza, cheeseburger, chicken whether or not the home he sandwich, Asian bar. Choose www.hastings4.com I Downtown Hastings on State St. bought in New Orleans in Two - Garden salad, baked [digital STEREO _9_4__5__-_S__H__O__W__ January, which was covered beans, cauliflower w/cheese, IO NO passes Fm drills ratlin * »SI tin ratlll»| by nine feet of water during applesauce, juice, milk. SHOWTIMES 10/18-10/20 Hurricane Katrina, can be Monday, Oct. 24 salvaged. This man shows up Choose One Chicken for rehearsal each day, with a fries, pizza, cheeseburger, FALL MATINEES smile on his face, ready to chicken sandwich, salad bar. SATURDAY & SUNDAY 101, tt AM throw himself into his work Choose Two - Garden salad, REBOUND (PG) and give the people in the carrot ©THE FOG (PG-13) sticks, broccoli, 1:05,3:10,5:15,7:30,9:40 audience what they paid for, pineapple, juice, milk. O WALLACE AND GROMIT (G) a really good show. 1:10.3:15,5:20,7:25.9:30 Tuesday, Oct. 25 OIN HER SHOES (PG-13) Watching them I’ve learned Choose One Cheesie 1: 40,4:20,7:10,9:50 what it means to be a profes­ bread sticks, pizza, cheese­ SERENITY (PG-13) 2: 45,5:10,7:35,10:00 sional. burger, chicken sandwich, CORPSE BRIDE (PG) 1:00 I guess that goes to show taco bar. Choose Two you are never too old to Garden salad, spaghettios, 20oz.DRINK B pueos, learn, even ifyou are nothing whole kernel com, jell-o Sol wthbagF2S0 ol butwj pepeem m ■ i"5E§TBEALTn’«» but eye candy! w/fruit, juice, milk. Old handmaiden learns new tricks Transportation Fund. County road commissions are expecting to see at least $8.5 million less for the mainte­ nance and repairs of their roads in the next fiscal year beginning Oct. 1, Niemela said. “When the public asks why roads are crumbling considering what they have to pay at the pump, the answer is that the funding for maintenance and improve­ The Melodaires, the Lowes and special guest, ments just isn’t there,” said Janette Burzan, will be in concert at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. Calhoun County Road 30, at the Chester Gosple Church. This concert will See GAS, page 11 close the annual mission conference. A love offering will be received. For more information, call the church at 543-5488. Chester Gospel concert is Oct. 30 SCHOOL MENUS HASTINGS 4 __w)W.hastings<com_ _ TAMPA, FLORIDA Shirley L. Exelby, age 61, of Tampa, Florida, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2005. A private family memorial service was held at her sta­ bles. Survivors include her daughters, Deborah Exelby, Paula (Russ) Angus; step daughter, Dr. Cindy Exelby; sister, Valia (Dean) Johnson and grandson, Paul Angus. Shirley was a long-time horse enthusiast and touched many peoples lives through that love. She will be missed greatly. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Millcreek Farms Equine Sanctuary, P.O. Box 2100, Aluchula, FL 32616; phone 386-462-1001. Miller REAL ESTATE Jean Chase CRS.GRI 269-838-2811 ■Slice IvW OVER 2500 SQ. FT. OF LIVING AREA! Beautifully restored home in immaculate condition* Surrounded by nearly 10 acres * Oak Custom Built, country kitchen * All appli­ ances remaining * Spacious family room overlooks the landscaped area around the 18x36 in-ground pool ♦ Formal dining and living rooms * 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths * 80x30 and 50x30 pole buildings * A great family mini farm * This house is one of a kind. Call Jean Chase at Miller Real Estate 1-800-420-9080 or 269-838-2811. 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Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 18, 2005 — Page 4 Emily Jo Duits SUNFIELD - Emily Jo Duits was bom July 26, 1989; the second beloved daughter to Jeff and Selena Duits of Sunfield, passed away October 11, 2005. Emily was a junior at He owned and operated were his parents; stepfather, Lakewood High School. VERMONTVILLE - Mr. She loved Jesus Christ her William H. Count, age 60, of “Bill’s Country Tavern” in Dale Main, Sr.; sister, Nellie Lord and attended Kilpatrick Vermontville, died Monday, Vermontville for a few years Myers. held United Brethren Church and Services were October 10, 2005 at Pennock and also worked at the V.A. Hospital in Battle Creek for a Thursday, October 13, 2005 youth group. Hospital. Emily’s biggest love was at Wren Funeral Home. Mr. Count was bom on time. He was a past member of Pastor Darwin W. Kuhl offi- her friends. If she wasn’t at August 5, 1945 at Hastings, one of Lakewoods sporting the son of Earl and Marjorie the American Legion and ciated. Burial was at Yankee events with her friends, she was an avid sports enthusi­ (Hynes) Count. Springs Cemetery. was at their home or they He was raised primarily in ast Memorial contributions were at hers. Mr. Count is survived by the Hastings area and gradu­ She loved going to bonated from Hastings High sisters, Joyce Gallup of may be made to Pennock Hastings, Dorothy Mims of Hospital Foundation, the fires with them and constantSchool in 1963. He served in the U.S. Texas; brothers, Earl (Maria) American Legion or charity ly talked to her friends on her phone or msn. Navy from 1965 until his Count of Hastings, Max of one’s choice. She couldn’t get enough of Arrangements were made (Mary) Main of Charlotte; discharge in 1971. Funeral Home her dear friends. She also He had lived in the nieces and nephews; aunt, by Wren of Hastings (www.-wren- loved music and dance and Vermontville area for the Elva Hynes of Hastings. funeral-home.com). took classes at Center Stage Preceding him in death past several years. dance academy. She was also a member of Ionia County Youth Advisory Committee. SUNFIELD Edgar acting director for 2 1/2 Besides loving her Robert Fleetham, was called years, 22 year member of the friends, she loved her family home to his Lord on Clinton, and extended family. She Wednesday October 12, Eaton, Ingham Community was especially close to her Mental Health Board (chair 2005 at the age of 90. sister Sarah and had found a He was born November for 5 consecutive terms), and brother figure in her life in 19, 1914 on the family farm always offered a helping Adam Wrabel. in Sunfield, where he lived hand to anyone in need. Her passion in life was Surviving are his wife, his entire life. He was the son being apart of Lakewood of Floyd H. and Lilly Rosa (Beland) Fleetham; Volleyball. The entire Lauretta (Shaw) Fleetham. four children, Jeannine Rowland family was espeEdgar and Rosa were mar­ (Cecil) Rogers of Sunfield, ried 71 years. He considered Anne Merrill of Lansing, his over 71 years ofmarriage Floyd (Sheryl) of Grand to his high school sweetheart Haven, Terry (Marsha) of HASTINGS Karen and his family his greatest Jonesville; 12 grandchildren; Dick Fender, John Fisher, achievement and blessing. 22 great grandchildren; two Tim Rumfield, Al Starr, London, age 48, of Hastings Mr. Fleetham was a life great great grandchildren; Harold Hanna, Jerry Gilbert, passed away on Thursday, long member of the Sunfield also survived by sister, Fem Ray Wilcox, Marvin October 13, 2005 peacefully United Methodist Church Bigelow of Indiana, and Rodgers, Bill Farman, and at her home. Karen was bom in and lived as a witness to his brother Durwood ofArizona. Red James. Lord. He was involved in Edgar was preceded in For those wishing, contri­ Hastings, on June 22, 1957, many areas of church serv­ death by both his parents; butions may be made to the the daughter of Louis and ice. A few of his com- brother, George; and a sister, Sunfield United Methodist Donna (Smith) Hickey. She was raised in the munity activities include: Lucinda. Church, Sunfield Library, Nashville area and attended 50+ year member of the Funeral services were S.P.Y.’s, or the Lions Club. Sunfield Lions Club. Served held Monday October 17, A interment service at the Maple Valley Schools. She from Maple a total of 57 years as an elect­ 2005 at the Sunfield United Sunfield Cemetery followed graduated Valley High School in 1975. ed local and Methodist Church. the service at the church. regional official (some of The Pallbearers were Brad The family is being served She continued her education attending Kellogg these include) Township Dow, Scott Dow, Cecil by the Independent Family by Supervisor & County Rogers, Blane Rogers, Brian owned Funeral Home in Community College where Commissioner for 38 years, Fleetham, and Eric Sunfield: Rosier Funeral she studied to be a registered 25 year member ofthe Barry, Fleetham. Honorary Home. For more information nurse. Karen graduated from Kellogg Community College Eaton Health Dept, served as Pallbearers were log onto www.legacy.com in 1977 with an associates degree in nursing. On February 4, 1984, she married Patrick London at William H. Count Edgar Robert Fleetham cially dear to her heart. She also played for FarOut Volleyball Club of Grand Rapids and was a member on the National Team and went to Salt Lake City, Utah this summer to compete in the Junior Olympics. Emily’s life was full and all were blessed to have known her. She is survived by her parents, Jeff and Selena; her adored sister, Sarah and the brother in her heart, Adam Wrabel. She is also survived by her grandparents, Bob and Joyce Boom of Hastings, Pamela Mix of Woodland, Ken, and Diane Duits of Alto, great grandma, Wilma Townsend of Lake Odessa. Emily was preceded in death by her Grandpa Terry (Tate) Mix and Great­ Grandpa Frank Townsend. Also survived by aunts and uncles: Greg and Tricia Duits of Woodland, Chris Duits of Sunfield, Eric and Peggy Boom of Sunfield. Emily also leaves behind many great aunts and uncles that she adored and many beloved cousins. Funeral services were held Saturday October 15,2005 at the Lakewood High School, Lake Odessa, with Pastor Darrel Bosworth officiating. For those wishing, contri­ butions may be made to the Emily Duits Memorial Athletic Fund. C/O RFH P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, MI 48890. Pallbearers are Alex Erickson, Brad Elliott, Gibby Johnson, Adam Wrabel, Kyle Butler, Ben Stowell, Isaiah Bosworth, and Nick Wieland. The burial was in the Woodland Memorial Park. The family is being served by the Independent Family owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel. For more informa­ tion log onto www.legacy.com Karen London 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 (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville WE2!o66os5Q9 ________ Patrick Hickey and Edward (Nora) Hickey; and her par­ ents, Louis and Donna Hickey. Funeral services were held at Our Lady of Great Oak Catholic Church on Lacey Rd. Monday, October 17, with Father James O’Leary officiating. Interment fol­ lowed the funeral luncheon at the Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to The Karen London Scholarship Fund. Contribution envelopes and information is available at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. New on the shelf at the Vermontville Township Library “Our Family Serving Yours « St. Cyril Catholic Church in Nashville. Shortly after the couple was married they moved to their home on North Avenue where they raised their family together. Karen was employed as a registered nurse for the Battle Creek Health Systems for 28 years. She was a member of Our Lady of Great Oak Catholic Church where her family had attended for the past 20 years. Karen enjoyed gardening, reading, and riding her bicy­ cle; but, her first love was spending time with her fami­ lyKaren is survived by her beloved husband Patrick; her daughters, Stephanie and Kelsey London; her brothers, Sco„Ad™«is & Family Owner/Manager 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. The Vermontville Township Library board is currently conducting a cus­ tomer service survey. The survey includes questions about convenience of hours, variety of materials avail­ able, helpfulness of staff, and a section for suggestions to make the library work better for you. The surveys can be picked up at the desk or in the entryway, and should be returned to the canister in the entryway when they are completed. Comments and suggestions will be viewed by the Library Board, and will remain anonymous. New DVD’s: The Interpreter, Great Lakes Beach & Pier Safety Task Force presents: Respect for Power, Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch, Carlito’s Way: Rise to Power. Adult Fiction: The Ladies of Garrison Gardens, by Louise Shaffer; The Old Buzzard Had It Coming, by Donis Casey; Iron Orchid, by Stuart Woods; Consent to Kill, by Vince Flynn; Blue Smoke, by Nora Roberts; The Wheel ofTime: Knife of Dreams, by Robert Jordan; Kiss Then Goodbye, by Stella Cameron; At First Sight, by Nicholas Sparks; Ambler Warning, by Robert Ludlum. Adult Non-Fiction: The Best of Mr. Food: 15-Minute Favorites, by Art Ginsburg. Junior Fiction: A Series of Unfortunate Events Book 12: The Penultimate Peril, by Lemony Snickett. Junior Non-Fiction: The Game Store Mystery, by Gertrude Chandler Warner. �_ _ TheheMaple MapleValley ValleyNews, News,Nashville, Nashville,Tuesday, Tuesday,October October18,2005 18,2005——Page Page5 5 _ Local fire departments, schools celebrate Fire Prevention Week Members of the Vermontville Township and Castleton-Maple GroveNashville fire department visited Maple Valley ele­ mentary schools last week to talk to students about fire prevention and safety as part of their annual observation of national Fire Prevention Week. Representatives from both departments visited Maplewood Elementary School in Vermontville last Tuesday with the fire trucks and equipment arid talked to the students about how to prevent fires and what to do if one should break out in their home or school. Representatives from the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Fire Department were at Fuller Street Elementary Wednesday to give a similar presentation for the younger children. Besides the visits to the school, the Vermontville Township Fire Department held an open house at their fire station last Wednesday evening. Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville firefighter Rick Hilton explains to students how firefighters use equipment to cut open vehicles when there are people trapped inside. Students from Tammi King’s class at Fuller Street Elementary, wearing the fire­ fighter hats they made, listen as Kevin Hansen talks to them about how a fire can burn out of control. These youngsters take a close look at the inside of one of the fire trucks that visited Maple Valley schools last week in observance of national Fire Prevention Week. PARISH, continued from page 1----Mason, a junior from Lansing; Editorial - “Let’s Talk About Sex” by Allison Choike, a 2005 graduate from Fort Leonardwood, Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Fighter Nicole Hansen, wearing turnout •Mo.; Sports News, “O.C. gear, poses for a photo with one of the students at Fuller Street. 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Main (M-66) Nashville* 517-852-0313 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, October 18,2005 — Page 6 Nature Conservancy Takes Show on the Road The Nature Conservancy will be hosting eight mem­ bership meetings around the state in the next three months to tell members and interest­ ed local residents more about the future of conservation in Michigan. All meetings are free and open to the general public. Each presentation will begin at 5:30 p.m. on the following dates at these locations: • Wednesday, November 2, Lansing, Michigan Office - 101 E. Grand River. • Tuesday, November 8 Grand Rapids, Calvin College - Bunker Center. RSVPs are appreciated a week prior to each meeting. If you wish to attend or would like more informa­ tion, please call (517) 316­ 2285 or email ganrsvp@tnc.org. Further details including locations for Kalamazoo, Bloomfield Hills and Grand Rapids will soon be forthcoming on the Conservancy’s website at http://nature.org/michigan. “The Nature Conservancy is making a major difference to protect the best of Michigan’s ecosystems, ” said Helen Taylor, state director for the The Nature Conservancy in Michigan “Our work is a necessary component for conservation success in our state, and we’re starting to see some significant returns on our investments.” investments. In January, the Conser­ vancy joined Gov. Jennifer M. Granholm to announce an effort to protect more than 271,000 acres in the Upper Peninsula while keeping the land as a working forest, retaining about 3,000 timberrelated jobs. Known as the ‘Trunk or Treat’ in Vermontville, Oct. 31 ROOFING NEW CONSTRUCTION RE-ROOF TEAR OFFS Scott Mueller, Owner Email: scottworks@iserv.net (269) 948-ROOF (7663) 06616487 Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 Parents of little ghouls and goblins in Vermontville have an alternative to going doorto-door on Halloween this year,, thanks to Tina Houchlei and Becky Scott, who are organizing the vil­ lage’s first “Trunk or Treat” from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, in the village park. Members ofthe communi­ ty are invited to bring their cars down to the park and decorate the trunks of their cars in a Halloween, Harvest or Fall theme and distribute treats to the children who will roam from car to car. The Vermontville Department of Public Works will have the roads around the park blocked off for the safety of the children and their families. In addition to the treats distributed from the trunks of cars, there will be hot dogs, potato chips, cider and doughnuts, and games with prizes for the kids for children in the park. Houchlei said their is no 06805333 CMdhood Co/wnunfiy Fotunn Hosted by, Maple Valley Schools, Board of Education. Join us for an evening that will focus on Expanding Early Childhood Education Programming. your interest and support is vital in helping to improve our community and school system Date/ Monday, October 21, 2005 • 7PM Place/ Fuller Elementary School 251 Fuller Street Nashville, Michigan 49073 Guest Speaker: Mr. Carl III, Former director, and leading expert of early childhood education for Allegan Intermediate School District For more information please call (517-852-9699 limit to the number of people who can bring their cars down to hand out treats in the park. Anyone interested in doing so should contact Houchlei (517) 726-0547 or Scott (517) 726-0610 to sign. Commission bcljflj Coun'lJ on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Oct. 19 Turkey noodle casserole, broccoli, winter squash, plums. Thursday, Oct 20 Ham w/fruited sauce, whipped sweet potatoes, green beans, dinner roll. Friday, Oct 21 Macaroni and cheese, peas and carrots, stewed tomatoes, pears. Monday, Oct 24 Homemade chili, corn, applesauce, crackers. Tuesday, Oct 25 BBQ ribbette, country potatoes, spinach, bun, fresh orange. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Oct 19 Chicken pasta salad, cole slaw, tropical fruit. Thursday, Oct. 20 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, pineapple, muffin. Friday, Oct. 21 Sliced turkey, com O’Brian, plums, whole wheat bread. Monday, Oct 24 Sliced pork w/Swiss, German potato salad, mixed fruit, whole wheat bread. Tuesday, Oct. 25 Cubed cheddar cheese, pork and beans, pears, Rye Krisps. Events Wednesday, Oct. 19 Hastings Music with Charlie; Nails; Beg. Line Dance 1 p.m.; Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m. Woodland - BP Clinic. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, Oct. 20 Hastings - Line Dancing 10 a.m.; Morehouse Kids/BP; Caregiver’s Sup. 6 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m.; Visit Gilda’s Club, GR. Nashville TV Time. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Oct. 21 - Hastings - Bingo; Oil Painting; Flu Shot Clinic 9 a.m.-ll a.m. Woodland - Visiting. Monday, Oct. 24 Hastings - Card Making 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Music with Sam; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Kinship Care-Support 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25 Hastings - Red Hat Victorian Tea House; Haircuts 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Northern Great Lakes Forest Project, the land parcels stretch over eight counties from Chippewa to Ontonagon — and link togeth­ er more than 2 million acres of protected federal, state and natural areas across the U.P. Of the 271,000 acres, 248,000 acres will continue to be owned by The Forestland Group while The Nature Conservancy will outright own an additional 23,338 acres as a forest reserve. The Nature Conservancy followed that announcement by publicly launching a capi­ tal campaign in April aimed at raising $78 million to pro­ tect Michigan’s forest, water and shoreline systems. More than $74 million has been raised to date, leaving nearly $5 million left to raise by the end of 2006. “We’ve got a lot of work cut out for us to reach $78 million, but we know that Michiganians care about our state’s natural resources and will come forward to help us complete our goal,” Taylor said. The mission ofThe Nature Conservancy is to preserve the plants, animals and natu­ ral communities that repre­ sent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to sur­ vive. Tire Con-servancy and its 1 million members world­ wide have protected more than 80 million acres on Earth. The Nature Conservancy em-braces a non-confrontational, market­ based approach for accom­ plishing its science-driven mission. For more informa­ tion visit From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Good fences make good neighbors? To the editor: It’s been said that “Good fences make good neigh­ bors.” There isn’t a fence made that could make our neighbor good. Before we finished our ‘Very large fence,” ours walked their cat on its leash to use our property as a cat litter box. The reason we have this “very large fence,” is so our dogs can run with­ out a chain. I don’t deny our dogs bark, as most all do, but we control them as best we can and we appreciate our neighbors calling the police on them. After all, what are good neighbors for? People we’ve come to know since we moved here told us to “just ignore him, he’s not worth it.” Though their advice - probably is sound, we choose not to ignore him because we’re just so bewildered by his idiocy. It appears the only friend he has are the swans arid without the bread, he would­ n’t have them. This is the first and last time we will write this paper where he is concerned. From now on we’ll leave the mid­ dleman out. 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Kirt Peterson led the Lion boys in 13:28. Ross Smith finished in 16:36, Garrett Bernheisel in 16:56, and Cody Hagon in 18:14. Jessica Curtis finished in 17:15, Megan Shoemaker in 18:54, and Tiffani Allwardt in 19:27. Oct. 8, the Lions ran at the Bellevue Invitational. Peterson led the Lion boys in 13:22. Bernheisel finished in 15:29. Smith finished in 15:41, Hagon in 16:20. Curtis crossed the finish line in 15:39, Allwardt in 17: 58, Alex Vincent in 18: 31, Shoemaker in 18:32. The Lions will run again at Hillsdale Wednesday. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Maple Valley’s Sam Pierce rips a loose ball away from a Webberville player during Tuesday night’s non­ The Lions’ Alisha Felmlee blows by a Webberville conference contest. The Lions earned their first win of player in the second half of Tuesday night’s non-conferthe season on their home floor that night. (Photo by ence victory. Felmlee was one of 11 Lions to score in Perry Hardin) the win. (Photo by Perry Hardin) LEGAL NOTICE Corrected Notice Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mort­ gage made by MELINDA K RED­ MOND AND SHAWN P RED­ MOND, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS to MORT­ GAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS­ TRATION SYSTEMS, INC MERS IS A SEPARTATE CORPORA­ TION THAT IS ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER AND LENDER'S SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, LENDER IS TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2003, and recorded on October 10, 2003 , as Instrument No. 1115414, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of fifty nine thousand ninty five and 89/100 Dollars ($59,095.89), including interest at 6.000% 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 mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on November 03, 2005. Said prem­ ises are situated in CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 3 AND ALL OF LOT 7, BLOCK 22 OF THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. 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. DATED: October 04, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: MORTGAGE ELECTRON­ IC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC MERS IS A SEPARTATE CORPORATION THAT IS ACT­ ING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER AND LENDER’S SUC­ CESSORS AND ASSIGNS, LENDER IS TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) (248) 540-7701 ASAP724589 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 06616351 Lions top Webberville for their first win of the season Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct. 19 Oct. 20 Oct 21 Oct 26 Oct. 26 Nov. 1 Maple Valley’s varsity girls’ basketball team had its best week of the season last week, earning its first win of the season before losing a tight ball game to Hillsdale Thursday 50-44. Hillsdale held the Lions to just 14 first half points in an SMAA South connight. test Thursday Hillsdale had that many points in the first quarter. The Lions battled back with 30 points in the sec­ ond half, but still couldn’t quite catch Hillsdale. Mindy Newton had ten points to lead the Lions, while Ashley Gonser added nine, and Alaina Mater six. The Lions are now 0-5 in the SMAA South head- Coffee with (Superintendent Kramer Wednesday Morning 7am - 9am Come learn about the Boards Goals and get your questions answered. Clay’s Dinner Bell Nashville, Oct. 1.9 & Dec. 7 Sugar Hut Cafe Vermontville, Oct. 26 & Dec. 21 Shirley’s Chuckwagon Cafe Nashville, Nov. 9 & Jan. 11 Good Time Pizza Nashville, Nov. 23 & Jan. 25 ing into tonight’s contest at Leslie. The Lions hit the road again in the league on Thursday when they face Jackson ParmaWestern. Newton had ten points Tuesday too, and ten rebounds, as the Lions earned their first win of the season 51-35 over Webberville. The Lions shut down the Spartans in the middle quarters, allowing just four points in the second and six in the third. The Lions spread their scoring around, with 11 different players contributing points. Behind Newton, Jessi Winegar, Dani Christensen, Bailey Flower, and Mater each had six. The Lions are 1-11 overall. Nov. 1 Nov. 2 Nov. 2 Nov. 3 Nov. 7 Nov. 9 Nov. 9 Poultry Developmental Committee meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Council meeting, 7 p.m., Extension office. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m, First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Horse Judge Clinic, 7 p.m., Lightening Bar Equine Center. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thornapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Shooting Sports Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Meeting. Dog Developmental Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Location to be announced. Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m.,- Barry Expo Center. 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This Maple Valley team has a chance to match that team’s record this Friday night when it plays host to Portland for the annual end of season non-conference clash. Maple Valley finishes the SMAA South season in sec­ ond place with a 4-1 record, after coming into Friday’s game in a second-place tie with Columbia Central. “The defense played well and the offensive line had a great game, game,”” said Mittelstaedt. Mark Andler, Jared Goris, Andy Root, Micah Coplin, Keith Lackscheide, Drew Kersjes, and T.J. Bentley controlled the battle of the trenches for the Lion offense. With them leading the way, Maple Valley amassed 306 yards of offense all of it on the ground. Four different players scored the Lions’ four touch­ downs. Tim Wood got Maple Valley on the board first with two minutes left in the first quarter on a threeyard run. Levi Andler ran in the two-point conversion. With 6:12 remaining before the half, Tyler Christensen put the Lions up by two touchdowns when he plunged into the end zone from two yards out. The Lions took that 14-0 lead into the locker room at half-time, and came out on their opening drive of the second half and added eight more points. Adam Lamphere scored on a 22yard run with 9:20 to play in the third. Gordeneer got to test his arm on the two-point conversion, completing a pass to Bentley. Columbia Central scored the game’s next two touch­ downs, on a three-yard run by Josh Hartley in the third quarter and a 19-yard run by Josh Watson with 10:58 to play. Levi Andler had a huge night, rushing 19 times for 195 yards for the Lions. Wood added 50 yards on 12 carries, and Christensen 47 yards on ten carries. Kf^uc g sawisw . lawfflW ImW 4*"’ the night with 307 yards of offense, with 148 coming on the ground and 159 through the air. Watson rushed 12 times for the Golden Eagles for 77 yards, and also completed eight ofhis 13 pass attempts. Lions’ top runners stuck in the middle at Lansing Invite The big, the small, and all the teams in between in the Lansing area gathered at Ledge Meadows Golf Course for the 2005 Greater Lansing Invitational. Maple Valley didn’t send enough runners to the event to earn team scores. The Lions top runners finished in the middle of the pack. Mike Hall led the Lion boys’ team with his 118th place finish in 18:11. Dhani Tobias led the Lion girls’ team in 114th place in 22:22. Erin Shoemaker was right behind Tobias for Maple by Sandra Ponsetto gram. At the time the players Valley, crossing the finish Staff Writer and their parents listed in line 118th in 22:27. There Kelly Offrink, who has their letter a number of were 232 runners in the girls’ coached the Maple Valley issues, including commit­ race. Lions girls’ varsity volley­ ment, lack of a youth pro­ Behind Hall for the Lion ball team for seven years, gram, no freshman team, no boys, Kaleb Root was 206th winning a conference co­ team camp, no attendance at in 20:09, R.J. Raines 209th championship last winter, AAU games or camps, lack in 20:15, and Adam Cook tendered her resignation of attendance at any junior 219th in 20:43. There were Monday afternoon. high games or practices, not 234 runners in the boys’ The Maple Valley Board furthering her coaching race. of Education learned oif her skills, failure to develop a There was an event of decision Monday evening support network for volley­ greater importance to many while approving the roster of ball in the school and com­ of the Lakewood varsity winter sports coaches for the munity, skills and ability, cross country runners 2005-2006 school year. lack of communication, and Saturday, than the Greater Maple Valley girls varsi ­ Offrink cited personal rea­ uncertain ability to take the Lansing Invitational. sons for making her decision. program to the next level .\ ty volleyball Kelly Offrink A number of Lakewood “My husband just found Maple Valley Athletic recently resigned from the runners attended the funeral out that he may be relocating Director Mike Sparks and post she has held for of classmate Emily Duits, the Rockford area for his job, the administration of the seven years. and were not able compete in that’s why this decision Maple Valley school district came so suddenly,” said backed Offrink and gave her coming to Maple Valley, Offrink. “We’ll probably their full support during the said she plans to continue move to the Rockford area dispute with the players and teaching physical education and having a 45-minute to their parents, but now sup­ at Maple Valley High School one hour commute when you port her decision to leave the at least until the end of the have to catch a bus for a post. school year and supporting “It’s not easy for her to girls’ volleyballball. match at 5:30 on a Saturday morning, I just didn’t think it leave the position she has “I’m sure the girls are would work out.” held so long, but we under­ going to have a great year Offrink said that her deci­ stand her reasons,” said and I plan to come and watch sion to resign has nothing to Sparks, who said he is in the and support them,” she said. do with the furor earlier this process of looking for a “I’m sorry to have to leave; year when seven returning replacement. coaching here in Maple OFFERING COMPLETE varsity players and their par­ Offrink, who has coached Valley has been very reward­ WATER & WELL ents presented a letter to the varsity for a total of 11 years, ing, but it’s time for a change DRILLING & PUMP school board and requested two years in Bellevue and for my family.” her removal from the pro- two years in Ravenna before Winter 2005-2006 sports SALES & SERVICE coaches for Maple Valley are 4” TO 12” WELLS seventh grade boys’ basket­ * Residential ball, Brian Lincoln; eighth * Commercial grade boys’ basketball, Jeff Webb; ninth grade basket­ • Farm ball, Andy Heyboer; JV boys We stock a complete line of... basketball, Trent Harvey; * Pumps * Tanks varsity boys’ basketball, • Plastic & Steel Pipe Keith Jones; assistant varsity • Other Well Supplies boys’ basketball, Tony WE OWN OUR OWN Pheniz; seventh grade vol­ EQUIPMENT & DO leyball, Duska Brumm; OUR OWN WORK. eighth grade volleyball, Jessica Mansfield and Matthew D. 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The three Lakewood girls who did compete ran very well, said Viking head coach Jim Hassett. Lakewood’s Jessika Blackport broke the 20­ minute barrier for the first time to place 24th overall. Here time of 19 minutes 55 seconds was only 10 seconds off Lakewood’s school record and was the second fastest time ever ran by a Lakewood runner. , Brittany Raffler ran a career best time of 21:01 to place 64th, and Britnee Barta was 150th in 23:08. Jason Sterkenburg led the Lakewood boys with his time of 17:52 which placed him in 94th. Michael Forman was 96th in 17:53, Tim DeJong in 129th 18:21, Mike Pifer 133rd in 18:23, and Billy Quint 168th in 19:09. Williamston won the boys’ race, with fewer than half the points of secondplace Lansing Catholic. Led by three top ten finishers, the Hornets finished with just 65 points. Chris Pankow led Williamston in second place overall with a time of 15:48. His teammate Matt Lutzke was third in 15:51, and Dan Nix seventh in 16:13. Lansing Catholic finished with 136 points. Carson City was third with 138. Ovid-Elsie sophomore Maverick Darling won the boys’ race in 15:38, but his team finished 26th overall. Okemos took the girls’ race with 34 points, behind individual champ Daniele Dakromb in 17:58. The Chieftains top five runners were all in the top 12. Allie Pugh was fourth in 18:32, Teresa Buioceiti seventh in 18:58, Ann Marie Lanzetta 10th in 19:18, and Jessica King 12th in 19:24. Grand Ledge was second with 120 points, and East Lansing third with 137. Grand Ledge’s ’s Emily Langenberg was second in 17:59. Maple Valley and the rest of the SMAA teams will bring the conference season to an end when they compete in the final league jamboree of the season at Brooklyn Columbia Central this Wednesday. Keith & Martha Moore Want to thank our children for giving us such a wonderful 50th Anniversary Open House and for all of our families and friends for making it so special. 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"THANK YOU" The 2005 Nashville Harvest Festival "Route 66 Cruise in" would like to thank the following door prize donors: Hickey's Electric, Hummel's Body Shop, Duane Hamilton, Hue and Linda Wolcott, Good Time Pizza, Dollar General (Heidi Braden), Hughes Hides and Furs, Kent Oil, Shirley 's Chuck Wagon, Carl's Supermarket, Musser's Full Service Station, Daniel's Funeral Home, Lorretta Hicksley, Sweet Water/ Vermontville, Vermontville Hardware, and Pat's Place. Our cruise in was a big success due to your generosity. Thanks again! Automotive SLEIGH BED: queen cherry wood with pillowtop mat- 1999 FORD F-150 4X4 XLT: tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 4.2 Liter V-6, 20mpg. New tires, new brakes, 76,000 Lawn & Garden miles, short box. AM/FM/ QUALITY TOP SOIL PLUS, cassette, keyless entry, bed Business Services Darrell Hamilton, (517)852- liner, PW/P Mirrors, cruise, BLACK DIRT 10 yards de­ 9691. delay wipers, driver & pas­ senger air bags. NADA livered, $110; fill sand 10 For Rent $11,300 - this truck has a sal­ yard load delivered, $70 to Hastings, Nashville, Wood­ FOR RENT IN NASH- vage title, never had any land; also bulldozing. Call trouble in 5yrs. Nice truck, VILLE: 1 bedroom uer uppe all offers considered, $9,900. (269)948-2909. apartment, new carpet, new new (269)948-7921 paint, very clean, no pets, MINI STORAGE AVAILA­ $350 plus utilities & security. BLE, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 Household (517)652-1068 units, space your storage BED: a brand new queen pil-place, 616-374-1200. FOR RENT: Nashville, large lowtop mattress set, brand 2 bedroom upstairs apart- new, in plastic, • warranty, Real Estate ment, $400 plus deposit, no $105, can deliver. 616-318KALKASKA COUNTY: 4.9 6998. pets. Call (517)543-7811. beautifully wooded acres NASHVILLE: very nice 2 BED: king pillowtop, new, short drive to Fife Lake, state bedroom apt. (517)852-9386 in original package, warran­ land, Manistee River, trails. camping location. ty, can deliver, $175. 616- Ideal Drive and cleared site, elecSUNFIELD 3 BEDROOM, 1 949-2683. tric. $25,900, $500 down, bath farm house. Attached NASA developed • $320 monthly, 11% land congarage, large yard, outdoor BED:: www.northemlandr pets, ■' horse pasture, $650 memory foam mattress set, tract: summer; $550 winter, depos- brand new with warranty, company.com, Northern it/references. (517)566-8008 must sell, $320, call 616-949- Land Company, 1-800-968day (517)566-8618 evenings. 6525, can deliver. 3118. Quality Care Automotive, Master Certified Mechanic Over 20 years VI- V of experience Vermontville (517) 726-0333 BEDROOM SET: new 6pc. Help Wanted complete set with sleigh bed; must sell, $575, can separate, DRIVER: additional CDL-A can deliver. 616-949-6525. drivers needed. Looking for dependable customer service Real Estate oriented person with chauf­ HASTINGS AREA: 3 bed­ feurs, CDL-B, or CDL-A li­ room home, nice yard and cense. Good working envi­ garage, $300 to close, $685 a ronment. (616)248-7729 month. (517)323-7865 NOW HIRING: Appliance Tech. Pay based on experi­ ence, full time shop work. Dennis Distributing, (989)224-4822. Fann PUBLIC HEARING 1 BABY MALE Pygmy goat for sale, $50. (517)852-0813 The Nashville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 1, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on a rezoning request for 825 Sherman from R-l to R-2. If you wish to comment in writing on this rezoning you must do so by October 31, 2005 and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., PO Box 587, Nashville, MI. 06616988 *The TheVillageofNashvillewillstartpickVillage of Nashville will start pick- y iing up leaves October 24 and will con’ t-i-n--u--e--t-o-r p.ick. u. p as lon„g as weather. per-Ogf €£j#mits. Please place all leaves to be MX picked up next to the side of the road on or after this date. THIS DOES ./ NOT INCLUDE BRUSH. Nashville DPW cent to cities and villages. Adding insult to injury for county road commis­ sions, Governor Jennifer Granholm recently signed House Bill 4082 into law, shifting funding from the MTF to. the Secretary of State’s Office - to the tune of $21 million through 2007, Niemela said. “It’s a simple equation: less funding means less road construction and repairs. Road agencies across Michigan are expecting to get $25 mil­ lion less from the state. That obviously will have an impact,” he said. “Along with less funding coming in from the gas tax revenue, the state’s decision to rob Peter to pay Paul is defi­ nitely going to hurt county NOTICE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE HYDRANT FLUSHING Beginning October 24th the Village DPW will be flushing hydrants, 9am to 3pm and will finish up on October 26th. This might cause some discol­ oration so be careful doing washing during this time. If you have any questions please call the garage 726-1444. Village of Vermontville DPW , 171 - 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. LEGAL NOTICE SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD OCTOBER 5, 2005 Called to order, by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pres­ ent. There was eight people from the public in attendance. ’ Recited the Pledge. Approved the agenda. Minutes from the. September meetings (regular and special) were approved with one correc­ tion. Amended the budget. Accepted the treasurer’s report subject to audit. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 15,904.27. Reese and Pixley will contact some people on the cleaning position at the township. The Poverty Guideline Exemption Resolution was adopted. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Reese has been working on a voice mail system for the town­ ship. Bryan Calley was present and stated that he is running for State Representative. Mike Callton was present and stated that a compromise has been reached on the County’s Master Plan. (Agricultural issue). Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley 06616917 Hometown lumber has what you need for hunting... AMMUNITION CALLS OUTERWEAR federal SHOTSHELLS BROADHEADS ARROWS Dickies Outerwear lust Keeps Getting Better BOOTS >- RANGER 4 The Outdoor Tradition. G3EASTON We custom Fletch arrows. Stop by with your order today! 6RAMDIHA S LYE SOAP 1 Great for Hunters! HOMETOWN) g LUMBER & HARDWARE Monday thru Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 219 S. State in Nashville • (517) 852-0882 www.hometownlumber.com 06571010 road commissions and their ability to provide basic services for their communi­ ties.” Attention, Hunters! 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 (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: LEAF PICK UP GAS, continued from pa Commission Managing Director Dennis Randolph. “Our county roads are suf­ fering.” With less revenue com­ ing in, the Calhoun County Road Commission said it plans to spend $600,000 less than this year, and next year spend even less for new road construction and road preservation work. The Michigan Department of Transportation distributes the revenue generated from fuel taxes to county road agencies according to a constitutionally mandated formula. Under the formu­ la, 39.1 percent goes to the Michigan Department of Transportation, 39.1 per­ cent goes to county road commissions, and 21.8 per- 06617000 �Just Say "As Advertised tn the Maple Valley News' Tuesday. October 18, 2005 — Page 12 Michigan State Grange Convention begins today Alex Walden of Nashville poses with his 1,036-pound pumpkin, which recently placed third in an annual competition in St. Johns. Nashville man’s pumpkin big enough to win a prize Alex Walden of Nashville decided to try his hand at growing giant pumpkins this year and ended up with the third place winner at the Greater Pumpkin Commonwealth (GPC) State Weigh-In Sept. 24 at Andy T’s in St. Johns. His “Great Pumpkin”checked in with a weight of 1,036 lbs. It was Walden’s first attempt at growing pumpkins according to his son, Randy Walden, also of Nashville, who has been a member of a small group of growers who have been competing annual­ ly to see who can grow the largest pumpkin for 20 years. “Some years were very productive and the ’family gatherings are always fun and full of ‘the big one that rotted,’ stories,” said Randy Walden. “I personally have been at this for approximate­ ly 18 years and the biggest I have grown to date is 780 pounds. It is a little embar­ rassing to have a ‘rookie’ grow one so big on his first try, but all of the members of our. local competition are very proud of the ‘rookie.’ “I know I answered a lot of questions and made many trips to his growing spot to help out throughout the sea­ son, and Dad really enjoyed seeing his patch grow such big pumpkins.” Randy Walden reports he and his father are now con­ templating how to grow a 1,500-lb. pumpkin. “There’s a large cash prize for the first person who does,” he said. Blue Spruce Barry County Lumber is sponsoring it's 1st Annual Customer Appreciation Event October 25th through October 31st. Not only will we be offering unique offers, but we will be giving away one blue spruce seedling with each pur­ chase, while supplies last & FREE pop­ corn! Join us for this special event Seedling GIVAWAY With any purchase, while supplies last Customer October 25th-31st APRECIATION Days Packages j... 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MMKN 16980ton expanding. Forms an airtight, waterproof weal. 12 w.. 266170 X5 nod Stove Pellets 40 lb. bag ........ S3.79 ? I Save on energy costs This heating season with Marth Wood Fuel pellets. I* { Due to physical size and manufacturer's shortages some items may be oui of stock However, most items can be ordered and a “Ram Check’can be issued assuring you of the pr.ee featured. We have the right to limit quantities and substitute items of equal or greater value. value Not responsible for printing errors. errors Legislative policy for the Michigan State Grange, will be determined at the 132nd Annual Convention, Octo­ ber 19-22. Jeffrey A. Swainston, Master (Presi­ dent) of the State Grange, Wayland, will preside over the meeting that will be held at the Holiday Inn Gateway, Flint There will be approxi­ mately 100 delegates who will represent county and local Granges from all parts of the state. Delegates will begin committee meetings Thursday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. They will deliberate on issues relating to agriculture and rural Michigan. The Grange is the first farm organization in Michigan, it is a grass roots farm, family, community organization. The Grange has worked for the better­ ment ofrural Michigan since 1873. The State Grange was organized on April 15, 1873, in Kalamazoo. Swainston’s annual ad- dress will be given Thursday morning - he will speak on issues which affect agricul­ ture and rural Michigan as well as changes in the Grange on both the State and National levels. State Grange Officers will be in charge of various events throughout the week. There will be a Talent Contest, conducted by Mary Strouse (Ithaca), Lecturer (Program Director) Wednes­ day evening and awards will be presented to Grange’s for excellence in programming: Ann Grabek, (Nunica), Women’s Activities Director is in charge of the Friday luncheon and will announce awards in needlework, the stuffed toy program, and projects for the needy. The coveted Community Service Awards to Grange’s will be presented Thursday evening by Patty Camcross (Bad Axe) who is Commun­ ity Service Director; Beulah Winter (Marshall), Director of the Deaf Awareness pro­ gram will present awards to Granges for their involve­ ment in the Grange health project. Randy Nail (Mar­ shall) Membership Director will present membership awards earned during the past year and Peggy Johnston (Durand) Informa­ tion Director will present awards for publicity and information. Youth and Junior Grang­ er’s will arrive in time for weekend events. They will participate in convention activities. They will be under the direction of Chris and Connie Johnston, Youth directors (Bancroft) and Stacey Bower, Junior Director (Colon). Guests from other Michigan farm organizations are expected for the Saturday evening banquet. There will be degree con­ ferrals, the annual memorial service, in addition to estab­ lishing policy for the year. Proceed with caution during school bus safety week School has been in session for more than a month, giv­ ing motorists time to adjust to the influx of school buses. National School Bus Safety Week, October 16-22, is an opportunity for those on the road to not only notice school buses, but also pay extra attention to school bus safety. While school buses are the safest way to get to school, one of the greatest hazards comes from motorists who do not observe the "school bus stop law. The Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) is produc­ ing two new materials to remind motorists that school buses are like traffic signals. An H”xl7” poster and brochure will be available this fall for Michigan com­ munities to post and distrib­ ute. “To keep bus rides safe, motorists need to be cautious when children get on and off the bus,” said Michael L. Prince, OHSP division direc­ tor. “School buses are like rolling traffic signals, and drivers need to know what the flashing lights mean.” The new materials com­ pare the lights on a school bus to traffic signals. Motorists should always: • Prepare to stop when a slowing bus has its overhead yellow lights flashing. • Come to a complete stop at least 20 feet away from the bus when its overhead red lights are flashing. • Proceed with caution when the hazard warning lights, located near the head­ lights, are flashing. Approximately 17,800 school vehicles in Michigan transport more than 850,000 children each school day and travel nearly 10 million miles a year, according to Michigan State Police’s Motor Carrier Division Bus Inspection Unit. There are four fatalities and 361 injuries in school bus crashes reported in Michigan in 2004. American students are nearly eight times safer rid­ ing to a school bus than with their own parents and guardians in cars, according to a 2002. study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616)374-7595 06605624 (517)852-9555 REAL ESTATE AUCTION 80+/- Acres • Perked Sites • Woods • Home • stocked Pond LOCATED at 6430 W. Five Pt. Hwy., Charlotte, Ml (3 miles southwest of Charlotte on State Street/Battle Creek Road/M-78 to Five Pt. Hwy. and west 3 miles to property) on: perked sites and home at auction. Nice, large 4+ bedroom home that needs some updating but has lots of potential and a good pole barn/garage. The property will be offered in individual parcels, in any combinations desired and as a whole. ■PRN HOUSES: Sunday, October 16 - 1:00-2:30 and Thursday, October 20 - 4:00-5:30. STANLEY LAMBERT, Owner 06616686 144 South Main St. P.O. Box 146 Vermontville, Ml 49096 STANTON'S Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-mail: slanlons@voyagw.net www.stantons-aoctlons.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-10-25.pdf 91306efec66d1feda2700994d45e1740 PDF Text Text lIz-ry has CHURCH SI HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 APLE VAi n r I I H HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST HASTINGS Ml 49058-1893 Ha='W* PuWJC braV Ha=W MVN Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 ' Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 43, October 25, 2005 A local Vermontville street work is progressing Crews work on the street in downtown Vermontville. Work on the new water mains and streetscape in downtown Vermontville was progressing ahead of sched­ ule as of last Tuesday, according to on-site engineer Todd Boerman. “Things are going really good,” said Vermontville Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell. New water main was being laid, the old streets and sidewalks had been removed, and new curbing poured and workers were getting ready to install the new vintage-style lighting in the downtown area and the park in the village square. Sidewalks, featuring embossed concrete, were in place in the park, workers were installing the new underground lighting that would illuminate the veter­ ans memorial and flags were being installed. O’Dell noted members of short and sat in second place in the end. The local squad entered into the third meet 60 points in the rear, yet held its own and managed to close the gap to 40 points. This certainly wasn’t enough to win, but they did acquire 587 points for the season. Head coach Amanda Archer said, “I would like to really thank the team, espe- cially the seniors for step­ ping up and competing in some events that may not have been their choice. The last meet we were short five riders, which turned out to be in our favor. The students really put forth their personal bests and as a coach I was very proud of their efforts.” Season point totals were as follows Seniors — Jenny Ellison will be entered into the min­ utes of the next council meeting so future genera­ tions will know where to find See STREET, page 2 Reid officially resigns as coordinator of EMS After 24 years of service with the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service, Ardie Reid tendered his official resigna­ tion from his EMS coordina­ tor position, effective next Jan. 1. Reid told the EMS Board 10 months ago of his intent to resign at the end of the year, but made it official last week with a letter submitted to the board. Reid stated in his letter that his sole reason for resigning was that he felt he could no longer give the time needed to properly manage the ambulance service. He also thanked board members for “...sticking with me for 82, Sarah Vanderhoef 54, all of the time, effort and Tarah Yenger 48, Breann grief that you all have had to Gardner 50, Lacey Ward 14, go through to make this serv­ Andrea Cobb 53, Sarah ice the best it can be.” Trumble 30, Briana Reid went on to say that he Bromley 2, Andi Cohoon 0. had seen many changes in Underclassmen the EMS during his 24-year Kalleena Madry (soph- tenure. omore)143, Seth Madry “We had less than 200 (junior) 46, Kaitlyn calls in 1981 and today we Hulsebos (junior) 35, Kirsten are well over 400 and on our Benit (junior) 19. way to 500 calls per year. In 1981 we ran all volunteers, (most of whom lived in the village) now we only have six active volunteers and no one lives in the village,” he said. “We currently employ seven pool paramedics and seven pool emergency med­ ical technicians (EMTs). This in itself is a great achievement. But it has also proven to be a great headache. With advancement have come many obstacles that we have had to endure. It is said, ‘What does not kill you will make you strong.’ If that’s the case then we Equestrian team finishes campaign The Maple Valley eques­ trian team recently complet­ ed its 2005 season, compet­ ing as an A team this year. There were . 13 students who made up the team. They began the season doing fairly well, but the competition was stepped up a notch. They ended the first meet in sec­ ond place and had a glimpse of the lead in the second meet, but once again fell the Vermontville Village Council and the local Department of Public Works placed a time capsule before the sidewalks were poured. The location of the capsule Ardie Reid has tendered his official resignation as coordinator of the Castleton-Maple Grove­ Nashville Emergency Medical Service. should be the strongest serv­ ice in the area. Remember steel has to be forged to become strong and be used as a structure to build upon.” In closing Reid, offered the board five suggestions: The first, don’t give up on the EMS; second, “I stepped down to pave a way for the future, maybe it’s time some of you do the same, you know who you are;” third, keep ties between the Nashville: and Vermontville EMS, “...This is the future — together we are stronger than alone,” fourth, don’t hire anyone as coordinator who is less than a paramedic, “A paramedic is the person in charge on a scene; it makes it hard for the director to be a subordinate;” and five, keep education a top priority and, “... do all you can to keep our sponsorship here at our See EMS, page 6 In This Issue Members of the Maple Valley High School equestrian team this year are (front row) Lacey Ward, Jenny Ellison, (second row: Andrea Cobb, Tarah Yenger, Briana Ferrier, Sarah Vanderhoef (third row) assistant coach Diane Ward, Kalleena Madry, Sarah Trumble, Seth Madry, Breann Gardner, Kirsten Benit, assistant coach Kristen Vanderhoef (back row) head coach Amanda Archer and Justin Sunkten. Not pictured: Andi Cohoon • Local mayor guest speaker for GFWC • Vermontville sets public hearing on proposed water rate increase • Eaton County Sheriff’s Dept, cutting hours • Playoffs begin where they ended last season �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, October 25,2005 — Page 2 STREET, continued from page 1 A worker power washes the sidewalk in front of the veterans memorial in the vil­ lage park. We have “No Problem saving you money. STAN hen you insure both your A close-up of the maple leaves embossed in the new sidewalks in the park in Vermontville’s village square. Holiday basket sign up today in Nashville Residents in the Nashville who wish to a receive a Christmas basket from Love Inc. can register from 8 to car and home with us, through Auto-Owners Insurance Company, 9:30 a.m. today, Tuesday, Oct. 25, at the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope 233 N. Main St. in Nashville. For more information about the Christmas Basket program, call Love Inc. at (269) 948-9109. KELLY we’ll save you money! Stop in, or Thanks to you.,. insurance check-up. Over 798 youth graduated from the DARE program in 2002-2003. Just say NO to drugs! \j4uto-Owners Insurance That’s what matters Barry County United Way & Volunteer Center call us today for a “No Problem” Life Home Car Business TkhNo fh/Amfio/A ’ DEBBIE TRUMBLE AGENCY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 .225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service ......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) .. .6 p.m. REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE FIRST KALAMO UNITED UNITED METHODIST CONGREGATIONAL METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. CHURCH CHURCH Sunday School.............. 10:45 a.m. 9617 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. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship (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 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (7/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 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.m. Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST . CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship................................. 11 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 Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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.................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 25,2005 — Page 3 until she found the nail, then discretely slipped it into the bowl of flower petals she held in her lap. “You handled that like a pro,” I told her gleefully when were offstage once more and she had returned by Sandra the nail to Lise. Ponsetto “I don’t know, oh my gosh, when we were scattering flower petals at the end of the scene I accidentally grabbed the nail and I had to but it back in my bowl!” she said. “Don’t worry, nobody noticed, you did great. I was As the chorus and super­ production I befriended two impressed you handled that numeraries were backstage other supernumeraries, Brian really well,” I told her. I grinned on Saturday during intermission of Opera and Kelli Van Zweden. Grand Rapids final produc­ Brian, a body builder, was night as we were taking off tion of Puccini’s Turandot cast in a plum role as the exe­ our stage makeup and getting Saturday night, I heard a lot cutioner and Kelli was one of ready for the cast party, of people say they were my fellow handmaidens. when Kelli, who earlier in looking forward to, “getting Brian had been a super in the week had said she wasn’t back to real life.” four or five other operas, but sure if she’d like to be a super again asked, “I heard Real life? this was Kelli’s first time. Maybe it is because this Kelli, like me, came to the you ask Rosanne about being was only my second opera opera with no previous stage a maid in La Traviata. Are but the four nights of frantic experience. She joined the they going to use supers? Let staging the previous week, opera thinking she was going me know if they do!” “I knew it! You’re the aptly named “stumble to be passing out programs. hooked,” I said with delight run through” on Sunday and “I talked to Rosanne the dress rehearsals complete (scenery designer and pro­ before assuring her that I with missed cues and duction manager Rosanne would let her know if I heard anything. dropped props leading up to Steffens) and she told me Opera had won over the Friday and Saturday that me that if I wanted to see night performances seemed Brian for the next two weeks another convert, and small wonder. It is dramatic, larger very real to me. I should sign up, too,” she Of course, as a supernu­ told me during the first stag­ than life — a place where a merary, my part in the opera ing rehearsal. “Then she impoverished prince can win was relatively easy, I’m just asked me what I looked like. the hand and melt the heart of a regal, icy princess in the window dressing or eye I e-mailed her my picture but course of one night, simply candy, I stand or sit where I thought they were awfully by having the courage and am told and react appropri­ particular about who they let wisdom to answer her three ately to what is happening on pass out programs.” riddles, knowing that if he the stage before me. For the As staging progressed to had failed he would have had chorus and principals staging dress rehearsal, it was fun to to forfeit his life. and dress rehearsals are watch Kelli go from being But for me opera will much more complicated. Not somewhat tentative and always be something more. only do they have to remem­ unsure about being on stage Since I can’t, or at least ber where and when to enter to really getting into her role. shouldn’t, sing outside the the stage and how to react in She brought in pictures she confines of the shower, I every scene, they have to downloaded from the have dreamed for years of have all their music memo­ Internet to show the makeup standing on stage as the rized. Still, I envy them. artists who transformed us music for the final chorus After the final curtain, my from Midwestern blondes to swelled around me. And last husband and I went to the Oriental handmaidens. She weekend that dream became cast party Saturday night, asked music director and a reality better than any I had were we talked with Walter conductor Robert Lyall to ever dreamed as I stood on a Pinder of Grand Rapids, one give us a visual cue when we riser next to an international­ of the tenors who joined the weren’t able to pick one out ly known, rising opera singer opera chorus for the first from the music after a as her voice rang out over the time during 2004 production week’s rehearsal. And, she audience, learned how to handle stage ofPorgy and Bess. “Padre augusto, “It was hard. I almost mishaps with the calm of a conosco il nome dello quit,” he said of his first seasoned pro. straniero! During the dress rehearsal, experience with the opera. Il suo nome e... Amore!” “But, you know, quitting is Lise Lindstrom, the soprano (Noblefather, easy. If you quit, you never singing the lead role of I know the stranger’s Turandot, lost one of her name! find out what you can do.” His words reminded me of three-inch plastic nails while His name is love!) my audition to become a singing an aria, standing in And the chorus responded, supernumerary with the the midst of her seated hand­ “Amor!, opera three years ago. maidens O sole! Vita! Etenita! “My nail. Find my nail,” During the audition I was Luce del mondo e amore! asked to do a lot of things said Lise under her breath Ride e canta nel sole that were, at that time, well when there was break in the I’infinita nostrafelicita! outside of my comfort zone; music. Gloria a te! Gloria a te! From where I was seated I Gloria!” but I wasn’t going to quit. Opera had gotten under my couldn’t reach the nail with (Love! skin and I wanted desperate­ out looking really obvious to O sun! Life! Eternity! ly to have even the smallest the audience. But, I have to Light of this world and part in bringing the music I admit that I was very love! impressed and had a hard loved to life. We rejoice and celebrate Because I love opera so time suppressing a smile as I with song in the sunshine much, I really love watching watched Kelli, keeping her our great happiness! it draw in and work its magic eyes forward all the time, Glory to thee! Glory! on newcomers. During this slowly slid her hand back Glory!) As I stood on stage Saturday night and heard the soprano answered by the joy­ ous chorus, and knew that my long cherished dream was coming true, I felt that glorious music as if it had come from my own soul. Ice Cream Featured Flavors: Also available at: For me opera is the place Pecan Pumpkin Pie Ultimate Peanut Butter Brownie O'Mara's Market • Lake Odessa where dreams and reality Trading Post • Hastings meet, and that is the place I Other Dairy Products and Cider now available 2 miles south of Nashville on the comer of M-79 & M-66 always want to be. In My Own Write Where dreams and reality meet Sot Milk? We Do! Whole <& 2% Lunch Served 11 am - 2 pm Open Year Round 269-838-8017 517-852-9003 Hours M-Thure. 1M; Fri-Sat 10-10; Closed Sunday-Sayou in church Motorists should ‘see the light’ during Winter Car Care month Every time you start your car they glow to greet you, but after a few seconds of engine operation they fade away - hopefully not to be seen again until the next engine start. As part of Winter Car Care Month, AAA is urging motorists to heed their car’s cry for attention and be aware of the red and yellow indica­ tors on the instrument panel that illuminate to let them know when a problem occurs. “Motorists need to be aware of the critical - ‘big three’ - warning lights. They include those that monitor engine oil pressure, engine coolant temperature, and the vehicle charging system,” says John Nielsen, Director of the AAA Automotive. “To reduce the chances of vehicle damage and/or a roadside break­ down, these warning lights require prompt and proper action when they illumi­ nate.” To help motorists better understand the important role of these three warning lights, AAA provides a brief explanation of each. Warning Light Test When the ignition key is first turned to the ON posi­ tion, all of the vehicle’s warning lights should illu­ minate. The “big three” lights typically remain on until the engine is started and running. If a warning light fails to illuminate at this time, have the related system checked out by a AAA Approved Auto Repair facility. Once the engine is running, all the warning .lights should go out within a few seconds. If any light remains illuminated, consult the owner’s manual or the sections below for further informaiion. Engine Oil Pressure The engine oil pressure warning light commonly displays an oil can symbol or the world “OIL.” When the oil pressure warning light illuminates, the engine has lost its supply of pres­ surized lubricating oil and severe engine damage or catastrophic failure can occur within seconds. Of all the warning lights, the oil pressure light indicates the greatest potential for seri­ ous mechanical damage, and also allows you the shortest time in which to take appropriate action. If the oil pressure warn­ ing light comes on and stays on: pull off the road immediately, shut off the engine, and call AAA to have your vehicle towed to an Approved Auto Repair facility. Unless you are in an extremely dangerous sit­ uation, do not attempt to drive the vehicle any far- ther. This can significantly increase the extent of any engine damage - turning a possibly minor repair into a complete engine replace­ ment. Engine Coolant Temperature The engine coolant tem­ perature warning light com­ monly displays a ther­ mometer symbol or the logo “TEMP.” When the coolant temperature light illuminates, the engine tem­ perature has exceeded the safe maximum. Until the rise in coolant temperature is reversed, the engine will suffer accelerated wear. If the increase in temperature continues, major engine damage or catastrophic fail­ ure will result. The coolant temperature warning light is second only to the oil pressure warning light in indicating the potential for serious mechanical damage. However, the coolant tem­ perature light does give you a little more time in which to take appropriate action. Ifthe coolant temperature warning light comes on, quickly assess the situation. Steam or liquid coolant coming from under the hood are clear indications of overheating and/or a leak. Pull off the road at the first safe opportunity and call AAA for assistance. A lack of .steam or leaking coolant does not mean it is safe to drive the vehicle. Continuing to operate an engine with an illuminated temperature warning light will result in major damage and a significant repair bill. Caution! Boiling coolant can cause severe bums! Do not attempt to open the hood in the presence of excessive steam, and never remote . the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The cooling system is under pressure and scalding coolant will be expelled with great force. Charging System The charging system warning light commonly displays a battery symbol or the logo “ALT” or “GEN.” When the charging system warning light illuminates, the vehicle electrical sys­ tem is no longer being sup­ plied with power by the alternator. A charging system failure rarely results in serious mechanical damage, and of the “big three” warning lights, this one gives you the greatest amount of time to take appropriate action. Depending on the electrical demands of your vehicle, and the reserve capacity of its battery, you will general­ ly have at least 20 minutes of daylight driving time before voltage drops to the point where the ignition system will no longer func­ tion and the engine will quit. If the charging system warning light comes on, turn off all unnecessary electrical accessories and drive to the nearest repair facility to have the vehicle checked. If you are some distance from a repair shop, drive to a safe location where you can call AAA to have your vehicle towed to an Approved Auto Repair facility. AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities have been thoroughly investigated by the Association and offer written estimates, the return of used parts, and a 12month/12,000-mile warran­ ty. In addition, AAA mem­ bers receive a free mainte­ nance inspection with paid repairs, and the right to have AAA mediate any dis­ pute regarding the work done. To locate an Approved Auto Repair facility in your area, visit the Automotive page of www.aaa.com. ‘Trunk or Treat’ set in Nashville Members of Grace Community Church in Nashville once again will provide children in the com­ munity with an alternative to trick or treating door-to-door when it sponsors the fourth annual “Trunk or Treat” in the parking lot of Hastings City Bank in downtown Nashville from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31. Last year’s organizers esti­ mated that more than 1,000 children received treats as they visited the more than 20 vehicles in the parking lot decorated with a fall holiday theme. Last year’s event also included a petting zoo. Official trick or treating hours in the village of Nashville are from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31. ‘Diana’s Dfcoe The Place to Gofor Professional Styling A MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday ::Tx S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. ,06605469 1-517-852-9481 n �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, October 25, 2005 — Page 4 A prescription for good health: Help for the millions of uninsured Elizabeth Phyllis Skedgell GREENSBURG, KY Elizabeth Phyllis Skedgell, age 83, of Greensburg, KY (formerly of Nashville) passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2005 at Green Hill Manor, in Greensburg, KY. Mrs. Skedgell was bom in Houghton, on January 8, 1922, the daughter of the late William R. and Ada (Ferguson) Jenkins. When she was 2 years old her family moved to the Detroit . area where she attended school. She gradu­ ated from Highland High School. Shortly after gradu­ ating her family moved to the Nashville area. Phyllis was employed for several years as a secretary at the Lentz Furniture Factory and also worked at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course when it was originally opened. On September 8, 1942 she married Donald Skedgell in Hastings. The couple began their life together at their home on Kinsel Hwy., before moving into Nashville where they raised their fami­ ly. The couple enjoyed play­ ing golf, playing cards, and bowling together. They would travel to Watersmeet, once a year to go deer hunt­ ing with the rest of the Skedgell family. In the early CALENDAR OF EVENTS Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thornapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Shooting Sports Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Meeting. Dog Developmental Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Location to be announced. Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Shooting Sports Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Dairy Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Open House, 6-8 p.m., First United Methodist Church. County Holiday, Office Closed. Horse Judging Clinic, 10 a.m., Curtis Farm. Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Poultry Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria, Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Oct 26 Oct 26 Nov. 1 Nov. 1 Nov. 2 Nov. 2 Nov. 3 Nov. 8 Nov. 9 Nov. 9 Nov. 10 Nov. 11 Nov. 12 Nov. 14 Nov. 15 Nov. 16 Nov. 16 Nov. 16 Nov. 17 Ihf Barry County Chapter of T “Michigan vman Committee for the lic Interest” Will hold its first meeting Barty County Ch C Ph Committee for the fw Michigan Lawman est”, will hold its first 1970’s they traveled to Wyoming to go mule deer hunting together. She is survived by daugh­ ter, Ann (Robert) Nunn; her sister, Ada Yaudes; her grandsons, Glenn (Jackie) Ewing and Matt Ewing; granddaughter,’Beth Ewing; step grandson’s, Bob (Sandi) Nunn and Ron (Amber) Nunn; step granddaughter, Judith (Mike) Nunn; broth­ ers-in-law, Gerald (Joyce) Skedgell and George (Jane) Skedgell; sisters-in-law, Dorothy (Fred) Corkins and Nancy Jenkins. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Donald, who passed away in 1991; daugh­ ter, Katherine Jane; brother, William C. Jenkins; infant sister, Joyce Jenkins; her par­ ents, Ada and William Jenkins; her father and moth­ er-in-law, George and Angeline Skedgell; her. brothers-in-law, Wayne Skedgell and Herb Yaudes; and special friend, Bob Wallace, who passed away in 2000. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Friday, October 7, with Pastor Susan Trowbridge officiating. Interment followed the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. The family requests dona­ tions to Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or Nashville United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Daniels Funeral Home. All Americans want to be healthy, but anyone who does not have health insur­ ance can tell you: The road to good health is not easy. There are about 45 million people in America who do not have health insurance. It can be hard for them to get good medical care and safe medicines. They often go without care that can prevent future health problems, such as doctor visits and prescrip­ tion medicines. The good news? If you do not have health insurance there are a lot of programs out there that can help you get the medicines you need. Where can you start to look? Here are some new resources that can point you in the right direction: • You may be able to get your medicines for free or almost free. Go to the web site www.pparx.org. There you can find out about more than 275 programs that can help people who qualify get medicines for free or at a very low cost. You can also look for health clinics or hos­ pitals that may provide free medicines. • You can get help to pay for your Pfizer medicines. If you are uninsured, Pfizer Helpful Answers makes it simple and easy to get Pfizer medicines for free or ait a lower cost. Call this toll-free number — 866-706-2400. Or you can go to this web site: www.pfizerhelpfulanswers.c om • If you are low-income you can get help from some of the world’s largest drug Local mayor guest speaker for GFWC Vermontville Village Mayor, Doug Kelsey was guest speaker for the October meeting of the General Federation Women’s Club Vermontville. The topic of the presenta­ tion was the reconstruction of the downtown area. Kelsey and Vermontville Village Public Works Administrator Monty O’Dell informed club members with maps and pictures ofthe pro- posed finished project Club members said they felt their presentation was very informative and are anxious for all the changes to occur. Refreshments were pre­ sented by members, Elsie Wolever and Margaret Graham in the fall Halloween theme. Anyone interested in join­ ing the GFWC-Vermontville may call President Sandy Haas at 726-0051. meeting al the Mapld grange Hall, 7490 S. M-66, Nashville, Michiganfm fWember 7,2005 at 7 PM. Any persons interestedm addressiq/the issue of Zoning Ordinancesaijd whan canJr done about them...please come andjoin us. Tb^e will be mouth mouthy meetings on the firstmonday night at 7PM of each month. The LawmeSSt^e Groups address various Constitutional issues and government corruption. The National Chairman is Cl^^S. Conces ofBattle Creek, Michigan. The Stale Chairman is William M. Price of Stockbridge, George W. Morris is the new coordinator for Barry Cfounty. See you at the meeting! Monday, November 7, 2005 Maple Leaf Grange Hall 7490 S. M-66 7:00 PM • Cotton Prints from Benartex, Kona Bay, Northcott, j PfifB and others I Excellentfor quilts, etc, < Notions, Trims, Patterns, etc. • Fleece QUESTIONS: ASK US... •e 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 * OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-550 pm; ] Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm | Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station companies. The Together Rx Access Card is a free, easy way to get good savings on a wide range of prescrip­ tion products. This include Pfizer drugs. This includes Pfizer drugs. Find out if you qualify. Call 800-444-4106. Or you can go to www.togetherxaccess.com. • Low flat-fees on pre­ scriptions for low-income seniors. Some drug compa­ nies offer their medicines for flat monthly fees to low- income persons on Medicare. If you are on Medicare, you may be .able to get a Medicare-Approved Drug Discount Card. Find out which card is right for you. Call 800-MEDICARE or visit www.medicare.gov. • If you have limited income, then you may be eli­ gible to enroll in programs such as Medicaid or your State Children’s Health Insurance Program. From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Ambulance service is unfairly maligned To the editor: I am a paramedic and have been on the ambulance serv­ ice since 1981, most of those years as EMS coordinator. In my opinion, there has been a lot of negative things happen to our ambulance in the last year, most of which stems from a couple of bad employees. Since then we have seen and heard many comments about what hap­ pened and maybe should have happened. The fact remains that a decision had to be made and the two employees had to go. If now, we could have seen much more grief and possibly cost much more then it did. We need to pick up and go on. Do not let our ambulance service go. We can not get an outside service to give us anything close to what we have now. I sit on the County EMS Board and 1 hear what everyone else is going through — they are not in any shape to cover are area. In fact, we go into other areas to provide mutual aid much more than we have anyone come into our .area. Some things that you should know: • The ambulance is run by a board made up of six repre­ sentatives, two from Castleton, and Maple Grove townships and two from the village of Nashville. (So when the village points their finger at the ambulance serv­ ice they are pointing at them­ selves as well.) And how can they hold back money that has been budgeted to provide the service to our communi­ ty? • All ofthe negative things that have been dragged through the newspaper about the ambulance area at the management level. We have a great office and EMS crew that is well respected in the EMS world. And they pro­ vide a high quality service to our community. • A full-time ambulance with a full crew at the station 24/7 would cost $250,000 or more. Our budget now is less than $200,000. It will be a few years before we have enough income from calls to cover this. But we do contin­ ue to have more runs ;e,very year. If a full-time paid serw ice is what the community wants and expects, then we will all need to step up to the plate and maybe need to pay a small tax to go toward operation of the ambulance until the income matches the cost. We pay a tax now to go toward purchasing new equipment and ambulances only - not for operations. • At this time we have part­ time pool paramedics and EMTs at the station over 50 percent of the time with a partner who is a “paid on call” employee, who does not stay at the station but is paged out from the home. Many times we have two crews available and have a back-up ambulance licensed as a basic life support unit is being used more and more. And just recently we have been able to supply and equip the back up ambulance to provide advanced life sup­ port when we have another paramedic available. • We provide advanced life support to all of Castleton, Maple Grove townships and part of Kalamo and Vermontville townships, the Village of Nashville and mutual aid to all adjoining communities. We provide ALS and BLS transfers from hospitals or nursing homes. If you are from our area and if you or your family needs an ambulance, please call on us. Please do not believe everything you read or hear, there is always more information that is left out or misunderstood. Ardie Reed, Nashville Ambulance Service �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 25,2005 — Page 5 Vermontville sets public hearing on proposed water rate increase by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council tentatively has set a public hearing for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, before its regular 7 p.m. meeting on a proposed 61 cent per thou­ sand gallon water rate increase. Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell and Village Council President Doug Kelsey say the increase is necessary for the village to keep up with rising costs. “We know that the prices on everything are going up and they are going up for us too,” said O’Dell. “The cost of electricity, chemicals, testing and labs are all going up. This year we’ve already paid over $800 in testing and lab fees. We’re just trying to cover costs. “Gas has nearly doubled in the past year and our inspections rates have gone Ron Elrod to be in concert Sunday at Vermontville UMC num **kst •hr. ■ flUld khh ®WfcB(J n&tatiuui Rkrfta Kfattniihtk^ ’■badflpHI *k it* [teiajiujta i Ma istfmtfi konU wjIk * it no riitirau The Vermontville United Methodist Church, 108 N. Main St, will will be host to gospel singer and songwriter Ron Elrod in concert at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30. Elrod is an accomplished pianist, vocalist and compos­ er who showed an interest in music early in childhood. He began taking piano lesson when he was only 5 years pld. Though he could not reach the piano pedals at this young age, he wanted to play the piano more than any­ thing. At the age of 14, Ron started playing for church services. By age 17, he was playing with gospel quartets such as The Templaires and the Calvarymen Quartet in the Michigan area. He later organized the nationally recognized gospel trio, Sons Of Song. With many of his own composi­ tions recorded on cassette and CD, he was a musical guest at churches throughout the U.S. and Canada. Elrod has shared the stage with such well-known artists as The Cathedral Quartet, J.D. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet, Dottie Rambo, Bill Gaither, The Statesmen Quartet, The Blackwood Brothers, The Oak Ridge Boys, Imperials and Singing Canadians. He attributes his long­ standing musical success to his Heavenly Father for the gift of music, and to his earthly father who constantly encouraged him to keep playing and sing for the Lord. Elrod said he believes that no church gathering is too big or too small for his music. God blesses his peo­ ple in every setting. He continues to compose new music, and clearly pres­ ents the gospel in every church, in every concert and in every song. A love offering will be taken at the concert. lain. costWtptjiiipt isni Ind pfai usajffii jjEHiaift tar-alipi irais •AliSIKR*! rote impipti IMSI1MilkiW pafrffcta* Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair titan piM'W it Cota) off ^ta’i arm it ajika1 i s® ppi*l*^ USS) tia yjjMisKk1 Richard Cobb • David Cobb b atsi*^ 517-726-0377 pius® gad «il niW ’ ga tat! si58 ’ its** 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville ittiH' 0ffk^ ff Mich. Lie. #23-1748 up, but we have a responsi­ bility to provide first classes services for residents of the village,” said Kelsey. O’Dell said his research has shown that Vermontville has the lowest per thousand gallon water rate in the area. “Right now . we only charge $1.39 per thousand gallons of water. Nashville charges $2.47 per thousand gallons, Bellevue $2.80 per thousand gallons,” he said. “Municipalities must have a five- or 10-year plan for upgrading and maintaining the water tower and equip­ ment. But right now we’re not even bringing in enough money to cover our costs.” “Our water system is over 60 years old and we have to upgrade and maintain it, replacing the water main, et cetera,” said Kelsey. “We had an audit by Rural Michigan Water and they recommended that we charge $2.77 per thousand gallons, but we think we can meet our costs at $2 per thousand gal­ lons. We’re proposing rais­ ing the rate 61 cents, trying to keep it there, and then review it again in 2008.” Kelsey noted that while the village raised the base sewer rate from $8 to $10 four years ago, the village has not had a per thousand gallon rate increase since 1994. He estimated that the proposed increase would cost the average family of four an additional $7.32 per month based on an estimated six thousand gallons of water use per month. “It would raise their bill from $44.14 to $51.44,” he said, “We have to keep a cer­ tain amount of funds in reserve and we’ve looked at the village’s budget and we will have a shortfall of $22,000 if we don’t increase the water rates. “We could cash in a CD and make due this year but we’d only be delaying the inevitable,” he added. “We are required by the state to have separate funds for each area of operation. For exam­ ple, we can’t use grant money from the street project for the water system. The water and sewer system have to be self-supporting. The proposed increase would allow us to do that.” 06605544 Something for Everybody ;j!S&! [««F । ft® jt(So ** l<it»’ jydl *! “ •F** X Battle Creek at Kellogg Arena pt**?X. p 1Jjt4' , y ,i rj/ ffry ft*1 & g oi Saturday-Nov. S**1 9amto6pm Sunday-Nov. 6 th 10 am to 5 pm .tfVi •Listen to WIN 985 for a chance to win a $500 Shopping Spree and a Day of Fun wwwShipshewanaOnTheRoad.com Admission S300 +500 Facility Fee Childminder 12 HIE! Vermontville Lions Club President Bill Martin presents the student of the award to Elizabeth Smith. Elizabeth Smith is Vermontville Lions October Student of Month Elizabeth Smith, known to some people as “Lizzie,” has been selected as Vermontville Lions Club Student of the Month for October. Lizzie said she enjoys living in a small town, and it does not slow her down at all. ‘Trunk or Treat’ in Vermontville set for Oct. 31 Parents of little ghouls and goblins in Vermontville have an alternative to going door­ to-door on Halloween this year. Tina Houchlei and Becky Scott are organizing the village’s first “Trunk or Treat” from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, in the village park. Members of the communi­ ty are invited to bring their cars down to the park and decorate the trunks of their cars in a Halloween, Harvest or Fall theme and distribute treats to the children who will roam from car to car. The Vermontville Department of Public Works will have the roads around the park blocked off for the safety of the children and their families. In addition to the treats distributed from the trunks of cars, there will be hot dogs, potato chips, cider and doughnuts, and games with prizes for the kids for children in the park. Houchlei said their is no limit to the number of people who can bring their cars down to hand out treats in the park. Anyone interested in doing so should contact Houchlei (517) 726-0547 or Scott (517) 726-0610 to sign. Trick or Treating in the village will be held in con­ junction with the Trunk or Treat. She lives with her grand­ parents on a farm with seven horses, four geese and a lot of cats. She has played basketball for four years and soccer for fiveyears. Her interests include writing poetry, which she has done for the last four year. She also likes to sing, dance and act. When she started singing, she found her two best friends, Kaytlin and Amanda, and Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 V they got her started acting at the Revue. Eaton County Sheriff’s Dept, cutting hours Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines has announced that due to personnel cut­ backs and layoffs at Eaton County, the Records Division at the Sheriffs Office will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Fingerprinting will be available from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 to 4 p.m. All other services will be avail­ able from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call the sheriffs office with any questions, (517) 543-3512. Something Special at Kathy's Offering Gifts and ANTIQUES! “cMot gouft oxdlnaxg gijt stone” Opening gijts that axe unique and di^exent UxuPg “something special." 207 N. Main (M-66) Nashville 517-852-0313 The Salon at Kathy's A Full Service Hair Salon for Men. Women fir Children Just IO minutes east of Hastings Walk-ins Welcome—51 7-852-03 13 WE ALSO OFFER TANNING, MANICURES, PEDICURES AND STATE OF THE ART MASSAGE CHAIR TREATMENTS Come in jolt the hatftcut - Come bach jo/t the expedience! Stylist Janna Rozema 06617498 All the perks ofan upscale salon in the comfort ofyour hometown �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 25,2005 — Page 6 Vermontville member elected to GFWC board Members of the Maple Valley FFA chapter with the State FFA officers FFA state officers visit Area Career Center. They came as part of the allFFA Chapter Blitz pro­ gram which educates members about FFA and the opportunities it has to offer. All current Maple Valley FFA members met in the high school audito­ rium for a speech from the state officers about the by Amber Hamilton, FFA Reporter Two Michigan FFA officers came to visit Maple Valley High Thursday morning, Oct. 6. The two state officers were Julie Thelen, State FFA vice president from Saline, and Sarah McCurley, Region 1 vice president from the Branch opportunities- FFA offers to members. Dhanielle Tobias, chapter president, stated, "The state officers brought a new perspective on our chapter and brought us closer together. We are proud to have them represent our state in FFA." Local chapter members said overall the state offi- Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service "““" d MLS, 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS" OPEN HOUSE Sunday, November 6th 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. 5040 Lacey Road South ofNashville on N-66 to Lacey Rd., then west 3 1/2 miles to property. Look for signs. Your host: Jerry Reese SELLERS MOTIVATED!! WILL LOOK AT ALL OFFERS!! "Country living" - 4 bedroom, 2 story home, 1st floor laundry, large mature yard, detached 2 car garage, kitchen appliances included. Occupancy at close. Call Jerry. (CH-115) PRICE REDUCED On THIS "TURN OF THE CENTURY" BRICK HOME m NASHVILLE 2 UNIT OR SINGLE FAMILY Presently 'set Up' as a 2 unit with separate meters, driveways, & entries, total of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, natural woodwork throughout. Two blocks to stores & M-66. Occupancy at close. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer. (N-lll) "FARMSTEAD" ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, many new improvements, all appli­ ances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 & cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs & perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (ch-1 17) SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu NEW LISTINGS! SPACIOUS 10 ROOM HOME WITH 5 BED­ ROOMS & 3 FULL BATHS 'IN THE COUNTRY" SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON M-66 ON 4.6 ACRES WITH POND STOCKED WITH FISH Living room, family room, formal dining room with lighted glass china cabinet, large kitchen, 2 stone fireplaces, lots of built ins in bedrooms, central air, large 48x64 pole barn. Price includes the established gardening & nursery business & snow removal equipment. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Cail for more details. (CH-118) VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCED11 East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, 2.8 ACRES: PRICE REDUCED!! Perked building site, surveyed. Near Hastings 'In In the country'. Great view, close to public hunting &* fishing. Lots of birds fir (VL-99) wildlife. Some restrictions. Has drive way permit. Call Rick. BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land (VL-105) contract terms. City water fir sewer available. Call Homer. 3 bedrooms, 11/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on comer lot. Large yard, many new improve­ ments!! Call Hillary. Move in at close. (H-116) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer forr more (vl-109 ar 110) details.. 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE On main road - surveyed, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Call Homer. . base.” Members of the EMS board declined to comment on Reid’s resignation until it is officially accepted at the regular meeting of the board slated for 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, in the EMS station classroom. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 Wednesday, Oct. 26 Cheesie bread sticks, spaghettios, peaches, applesauce cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct 27 Pizza, tossed salad, applesauce, graham crack­ ers, 1/2 pt. milk. Sack Lunch Day. Sub sandwich, fresh fruit, orange sherbet, treat, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Oct 26 Choose One - Chili and crackers, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, pizza, pasta bar. Choose Two garden salad, green beans, carrot sticks, peaches, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct 27 Kellogg Hungry Howies. Choose One - Chicken nuggets, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, taco bar. Choose Two Garden salad, mashed potatoes, veg. soup, applesauce, juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 28 Choose One - Spaghetti, pizza, cheeseburger, chick­ en sandwich, country chicken bar. Choose Two Garden salad, green beans, celery w/peanut butter, man. oranges-pineapple, juice, milk. country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Chariton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) HASTINGS ON SOUTH JEFFERSON EMS, continued from page 1 District President Ginnie Norton presided over the event and GFWC-Michigan officers gave updates on member­ ship, leadership report writing and state projects. Other Vermontville GFWC members in atten­ dance were Joyce Haney, Cindy Weidig and Sandy Haas. Anyone interested in joining the GFWC Vermontville Club may call President Sandy Haas at 726-0051. Friday, Oct. 28 • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI......................................... Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR........................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor..................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 Hillary Grant, Realtor....................................................................... Cell 269-838-0796 $94,000 — cers coming was a great experience for all of them. Vermontville club mem­ ber JoeAnn Nehmer has been elected to office of president of the General Federation of Women’s Club Southwest District Board. GFWC-Michigan President Linda Clark installed Nehmer to the 2006-08 district office at the Southwestern District Convention in Tekonsha earlier this month. Other area women installed were, Donna Brown of Hastings as vice president, Fran Leonard of Gun Lake, as first vice president, and Marjory Richards, of Gun Lake as treasurer. Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or perked, (VL-114) REAL ESTATE AUCTION 80+/- Acres • Perked Sites • woods • Home • Stocked Pond LOCATED at 6430 W. Five Pt. Hwy., Charlotte, Ml (3 miles southwest of Charlotte on State Street/Battle Creek Road/M-78 to Five Pt. Hwy. and west 3 miles to property) on: TUESDAY, OCT. 25 Selling this great 80 acre parcel with home, woods, tillable land, perked sites and home at auction. Nice, large 4+ bedroom home that needs some updating but has lots of potential and -a good pole bam/garage. The property will be offered in individual parcels, in any combinations desired and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, October 16 - 1:00-2:30 and Thursday, October 20 - 4:00-5:30. STANLEY LAMBERT, Owner 06616686 144 South Main St. Phone: 517-726-0181 Fax: 517-726-0060 e-nuil: stantonsGvoyager.net 1-800-870-7085 www.stantons-auctions.com Selling real estate and all types of property, at auction, anywhere. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 25,2005 — Page 7 Thanks to you... 426 Girls ages 5-17 were able to participate in a variety of Girl Scout activities. That’s what matters Barry County United Way & Volunteer Center Owner Larry Kenyon and employee Jerry Gray help Ron Smith with his order at Vermontville Auto Parts. Kenyon Auto Parts opens in Vermontville by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer For the first time in a year and half, Maple Valley residents no longer have to drive to Hastings or Charlotte to buy foreign or domestic auto parts. Larry and Ruth Kenyon, who have owned and operated Kenyon Tractor Sales for eight years, opened Vermontville Auto Parts earlier this month in downtown Vermontville. “We saw that there was a need in the area,” said Larry Kenyon. “The near­ est parts dealer was in Charlotte or Hastings so people would have to drive 12 to 15 miles in either direction to get what they need. It’s easier if they can just walk down the street.” The store carries a full line of foreign and domes­ tic auto parts supplied by Parts Plus and features •twice daily deliveries, which help to ensure that customers can get the parts they need when they need them. “If they come in and order a part before 11 a.m. we can have it here by 3 p.m.,” said Kenyon. Jerry Gray, who has more than 20 years experi­ ence selling auto parts, is on hand to help customers find the parts they need. Vermontville Auto Parts is open from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, tele- Wanted: Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder cssos™ phone (517) 726-1455. Fax (5170 726-0608. Commission 5dhlJCOUIlfU on Aging Schedule k xTX J of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Oct. 26 Baked chicken w/gravy, stuffing, peas, stewed toma­ toes, fruited jello. Thursday, Oct. 27 Shepard’s pie, Brussels sprouts, peaches, wheat bread. Friday,'Oct 28 Potato soup w/ham, winter blend, spiced apples, crackers. Monday, Oct. 31 Chicken casserole w/cheese and broccoli, diced beets, apricots, wheat bread. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Oct 26 Ham salad spread, marinated vegetables, peaches, whole wheat bread. Thursday, Oct 27 Cold chicken thigh, potato salad, mandarin oranges, din­ ner roll. Friday, Oct. 28 Hard boiled eggs, broccoli bacon salad, pineapple, whole wheat crackers. Monday, Oct 31 Ham and potato salad, peas and peanut salad applesauce. Events Wednesday, Oct. 26 Hastings - Nails; Beg. Line Dance 1 p.m.; Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m. Woodland Nashville 5.. ‘ Delton Birthday Party. Thursday, Oct. 27 Hastings - Line Dancing 10 a.m.; Morehouse Kids. Nashville - TV Time. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Oct. 28 - Hastings Bingo; Oil Painting. Woodland - Visiting. Monday, Oct. 31 Hastings - Halloween Party; Card Making 12:30-2:30 p.m. Delton - Bingo. Woodland - Reminiscence. Nashville - Halloween Happy Day Lunch. WANT TO REGISTER TO VOTE? WANT TO FIND GOVERNMENT AUCTIONS? WANT TO CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS? WANT TO APPLY FOR STUDENT LOANS? WANT INFORMATION ABOUT GOVERNMENT JOBS? WANT TO RENEW YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE? Want to know where to get all this information? From student loans to Social Security benefits to buying surplus government property, all kinds of government information are just a click or call away. FlRSTGOVgov 1 (800) FED-INFO A public service message from lhe U.S. General Services Administration. �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Iuesday. October 25, 2005 — Page 8 Two Lions tenth at junior high jamboree The Maple Valley junior high cross country team went to Hillsdale for an SMAA jamboree last Wednesday. Jessica Curtis had the best finish by a Lion girl. She was tenth in the 18-person meet with a time of 11:28. Tiffani Allwardt was 15th in 12:39, Megan Shoemaker 16th in 12:44, and Alex Vincent 17th in 12:51. Kirt Peterson led the Lion boys with his tenth place finish in 10:20. Cody Hagan came in 17th with a time of 11:20, followed by Garrett Bemheisel 21st in 11:59 for the Lions. A total of 29 runners competed in the boys’ race. Maple Valley sixth graders go 6-0 Valley eagers The Maple Valley sixth grade football team ended its 2005 season undefeated with 6 wins, 0 losses. The six wins included four shut-outs. The team members (shown above after their hardfought win against Lakewood on 10/15/05) include Jonathin Anders, Mike Caldwell, Brandon Dickinson, Jake Ewing, Kolt Ewing, Dylan Fisher, Austin Furlong, Dakota Gross, Brady Halliwill, Tyler Hickey, Mitchell Hamilton, Nick Matheson, Chantz McManamey, Slade Meade, Niko Rose, Alejandro Reid, Garrett Reid, Cody Sivyer, Kyle Spencer, Daniel Steele, Austin Tobias, Micah Weatherwax, and Andrew Zank. The boys were coached this fall by Mike McDonald and assistant coaches Glen Ewing, Ryan Hickey, Gary Reid, and Jeff Zank. get their second win Maple Valley’s varsity night from Mindy Newton, girls’ basketball team contin­ who finished with 15 points. Western got an equally ues to close the gap between performance itself and the rest of the impressive Southern Michigan from Angela Russell who Activities Association scored 16 points and hit five three-point shots. (South). Western built a 23-8 half­ The Lions earned its first SMAA win ofthe season last time lead before the Lions Tuesday, knocking off Leslie began to battle back in the 32-30 with an offensive second half. Ashley Gonser and rebound put-back with five Championship meet host­ ished second. Danielle Christensen had seconds left. The Lions will see ed by the Hornets. Leslie is still winless in the eight points apiece for the The Hillsdale boys still many of their conference conference. Lions. took the championship rivals again Saturday The Lions will be home It was just the second win with just 45 points. Albion when they take part in the of the season for the Lions, tonight to take on Albion, was second with 60. Division 3 regional race in and then hit the road for a who are now 2-12 overall. Hall finished fourth Jackson. Leslie, Hillsdale, contest The Lions fell 46-34 at non-conference overall in 16 minutes 57 Albion, Olivet, and Maple Jackson Western last against Stockbridge on seconds. Hillsdale’s Jeff Valley from the SMAA Thursday. Thursday. Maxfield won the race in will all be a part of the 15 Maple Valley got a big 16:43. Maxfield’s team- team field along with mate Brandon Thomas Addision, • Pennfield, was second in 16:46, and Bronson, East Jackson, Albion’s Mike Soltis was Hanover-Horton, Jacksonthird in 16:57 just ahead Lumen Christi, Lansing of Hall. Catholic Central, The Maple Valley boys Michigan Center, and finished eighth as a team. Quincy. Maple Valley High School The top three teams and Stockbridge's Justin Boys’ Cross Country Parks was fifth to lead the top 15 individuals qualify third-place Panthers. for the Division 3 state Maple Valley senior Mike Hall Hillsdale’s girls finals Nov. 5 at Michigan was the top Lion finisher at the claimed a conference International Speedway in SMAA cross country meet last championship for the fifth Brooklyn Wednesday at Hillsdale. straight year by winning Hall finished fourth as an individual in 1-6:57, the SMAA this season. just 14 seconds behind the conference's individHillsdale’s top five run­ ual champion. ners were all in the top The 4695 Middleville Rd Ill N. Main St nine. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Albion’s Amelia Bannister won the girls Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 race in 18:45, but like MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE Maple Valley did not have enough runners to earn a ARM BUREAU team score. 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October 25, 2005 — Page 10 Toddler Time kids learn construction close up Hughes Construction Company gave Toddler Time kids a tour of the con­ struction project in down­ town Vermontville. Thursday, Oct. 13. Job site foreman and life- long Vermontville resident Steve Gardner was the tour guide. He showed the chil­ dren the big hole where the new water main was being constructed, the new' side­ walk in the park, then he had (From left) Toddler Time students Jade Scott, Gage Rohde, Jordan Wells, Lindsay Meeker, Juliann Meeker, Bruce Gorman, Jeffery Root, Madison King, Austin Mead and Delanie Roll. LEGAL NOTICE Corrected Notice Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. Is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mort­ gage made by MELINDA K RED­ MOND AND SHAWN P RED­ MOND, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS to MORT­ GAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS­ TRATION SYSTEMS, INC MERS IS A SEPARTATE CORPORA­ TION THAT IS ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER AND LENDER'S SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, LENDER IS TAYLOR. BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Mortgagee, dated August 25, 2003, and recorded on October 10, 2003 , as Instrument No. 1115414, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of fifty nine thousand ninty five and 89/100 Dollars ($59,095.89), including interest at 6.000% 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 mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on November 03, 2005. Said prem­ ises are situated in CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 3 AND ALL OF LOT 7. BLOCK 22 OF THE EASTERN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF HASTINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN. 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. DATED: October 04, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: MORTGAGE ELECTRON­ IC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC MERS IS A SEPARTATE CORPORATION THAT IS ACT­ ING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER AND LENDER’S SUC­ CESSORS AND ASSIGNS, LENDER IS TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) 540-7701 ASAP724589 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25 06616351 one of his associates drive the steam roller up and down the street so they could feel it shake all the windows. For the grand finale, each child got to sit in the driver’s seat of the giant digger, where they grabbed right on to the controls, ready to work. Toddler Time is held at 11:15 a.m. every Thursday at the Vermontville Public Library, and typically runs 40 minutes. The program is run entirely by volunteers of Eaton ISD (Intermediate School District), and focuses on pre-literacy, school pre­ paredness and just plain fun. Toddler Time activities typically consist of story time, dancing, singing, ABCs, 123s, a craft project and occasionally unique guest speakers. The program is specifically geared for children ages 0 to 5, but chil- dren of all ages are welcome. For more information, please call 269-948-3732. Toddler Time themes for the remainder of October and November are as follows: • Oct 27 pooky Skelton Bones” (Halloween costumes welcome, but not required). • Nov. 3 Potter Park Zoo-Mobile, sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club. • Nov. 10 — Police - guest speaker Eaton County Deputy Bruce Yelvington and his cruiser. • Nov. 17 - Thanksgiving potluck lunch, to be held upstairs in the Opera House. Please bring a dish to pass, plates, cups and beverages will be provided. • Nov. 24 - Thanksgiving Day - no Toddler Time. Gage Rohde gets driving lessons from operator Rich Chadwell. Passenger vehicles need winter checkup to stay healthy, says AAA According to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), passenger cars are living longer. Over the past decades, increased durability has pushed the average age of a car from 5.6 years to 9. The longer a vehicle stays in use, however, the more like­ ly its critical components — such as belts, hoses and bat­ teries — will fail under the stress of winter driving con- ditions. AAA Michigan says that, to stay healthy, older cars should undergo a routine winter checkup, especially during the month of October when AAA offers its free Winter Car Care inspection at more than 120 AAAAppointed Auto Repair (AAA) facilities statewide. The Winter Car Care pro­ gram, now in its 26th year. stresses the importance of preventive maintenance by providing a free check of the vehicle’s battery load and terminals, anti-freeze, oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid and automatic transmis­ sion fluids, belts, hoses, tires and wiper blades. 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That means they are apt to fail sometime during the winter. Cold weather is brutal on a battery’s starting power. As the temperature drops, so does the battery’s cranking power. “Batteries are always an issue,” said AAA Michigan/Chicago Automotive Services Assistant Vice President Robert Kaczor. “Extremely cold temperatures can test even the most reliable batter­ ies, especially now that many passenger vehicles are required to power DVD players and other electronic devices.” As part of its Winter Car Care program, AAA Michigan is recommending motorists closely monitor the condition of their vehicle’s battery, especially batteries more than two years old. Although batteries can carry warranties of up to 7 years, a warranty is no guarantee an older battery will continue to perform in cold weather. Save on Gas The free, annual AAA Winter Car Care inspections not only help prepare vehi­ cles for the rough winter ahead, they also can help improve fuel economy. 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We will do our very best to provide the same professional care and courteous service you've Mace pharmacy enjoyed these many years. IVe are committed to finding even more ways to serve you, to make your life a little easier. We look forward to getting to know you and providing for all’ofyour pharmaceutical needs in the coming years! -Sincerely, Shane and Lori McNeill The spot for service 219 N. Main • Nashville • 517.852.0845 • fax 51Z852.0461 • after hours service 269.818.7599 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, October 25,2005 — Page 12 Playoffs begin where they ended last season Maple Valley travels to Montague Saturday by Jon Gambee Staff Writer Portland stormed onto the Maple Valley football field Friday with the force of a hurricane and left in its wake a scene of destruction rival­ ing a Level 5. After washing over the Lions 55-20, they should change their nickname from the Red Raiders to the Sunami’s. It was brutal. It was ugly. It was embarrassing. But guess what? It was just one game. And if any game could get Maple Valley pumped for the playoffs which begin this week, this should. The Lions will travel to Montague Saturday for the first round of the MHSAA Division 6 Playoffs. Game time is 1 p.m. Montague finished the season with a 7-2 record with Maple Valley defensive back Champ Bodell jumps on the back of Portland running back Coty Hoppes to drag him down in Friday night’s non-conference contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Barry County Lumber is sponsoring it’s 1st Annual Customer Appreciation Event October 25th through October 31st. Not only will we be offering unique offers, but we will be giving away one blue spruce seedling with each pur­ chase, white supplies last & FREE popcom! Join us for this special event. losses to Muskegon Orchard View (42-37) and to Muskegon Oakridge. Last season Maple Valley lost to Montague in the second round of the playoffs, 22-8. Both Portland and Maple Valley went into the game Friday with identical 6-2 records but by the time it was over, the Lions for the first time had suffered their third defeat in one season (not counting playoff games) since 1996. "We just didn’t play Maple Valley defense,” said Lion head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt after the game. “We have a lot of work to do to get ready for the play­ offs.” Portland started early and scored often. On their first possession the Raiders came out throwing. Quarterback Mackenzie McGrady hit Joshua Klein with a 10 yard toss to get the ball rolling and it was all downhill from there. Nine plays later Portland put the first points on the board with a five yard run by Thomas Stalter. Josh Goodman’s extra point made it 7-0. Maple Valley started its first drive on its own 32 yard line but it stalled on the Lion 48. Matt Garn punted it to the Raider 23 and from there Portland began its second series, which was pretty much a mirror image of the Blue Spruce Seedling Maple Valley running back Levi Andler (22) finds room to run after getting big blocks from teammates Tim Wood (32), Mark Andler (79), and Tyler Christensen (44) at the line of scrimmage against Portland Friday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) first. With freshman sensation Travis Smith leading the way, the Raiders moved 77 yards in nine plays with McGrady hitting Klein in the end zone from eight yards out. Goodman’s extra point made it 14-0. Portland rushed for 105 yards in the opening period, while McGrady added anoth­ er 58 through the air. Maple Valley, meanwhile, racked up only 23 total yards, all on the ground. The Raiders made it 20-0 with 7:52 left in the second quarter when McGrady capped a six play 21 yard drive with a quarterback sneak. On their next series, Maple Valley showed signs of life when Tyler Christensen broke free for a 52 yard scoring jaunt, but Portland came right back, going 80 yards in 10 plays. Dustin Hoppes got the touch­ down from two yards out. In the third quarter, Maple Valley took a page out of the Portland playbook and began going to the air. Quarterback Matt Gordeneer was the cat­ alyst, hitting Andy Root for an 18 yard touchdown pass with 8:44 left in the quarter and then following it up with a two point conversion pass to Adam Lamphere. Lamphere caught the tipped ball in the comer of the end zone, showing great concen­ tration and good hands. Unfortunately, while the offense showed signs of coming to life, there was no stopping Portland. With Smith, Stalter and Hoppes sharing the load, the Raiders moved 65 yards in seven plays, setting up a four yard pass to paydirt from McGrady to Klein. Maple Valley scored its final points of the night with 2:56 left in the third quarter on a 35 yard touchdown pass from Gordeneer to Lamphere. With 1:44 left in the quar­ ter, Smith scored on a 20 GIVAWAY With any purchase, while supplies last Customer There's never been a better October 25th-31 st APRECIATION yard touchdown run and when Devin Cunningham scored from 28 yards out with only 10 seconds left in the period, it was all but over. The final score of the game came with 7:43 left to play when Glen Schafer ran in from six yards out for Portland. Portland finished with 566 yards oftotal offense, 441 on the ground. Smith led all rushers with 207 yards on 18 carries, while Stalter finished with 131 yards on 15 carries. Christensen led Maple Valley with 90 yards on nine carries. Now Maple Valley faces the challenge of the playoffs and their first task will be to get everyone as healthy as possible. “We’ve got a lot of play­ ers banged up, injured,” Mittelstaedt said. “We need to address that issue first. But at this point in the sea­ son, it is a problem that many teams face.” Days TIME to get an ARMSTRONG FURNACE. Pre-Season Furnace Inspection & Tune-Up as well as Complete Duct Cleaning Call todayfor an appointment! FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Free Estimates Due to physical size and manufacturer's shortages some items may be out of stock. However, most items can be ordered and a -Rain Check" can be issued assuring yrou of the price featured. We hpve the right to limit quantities and substitute items of equal or greater value. Not responsiblefor printing errors, errors oesv oesvetsi Lake Odessa Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-11-01.pdf d17a14cd7ddc998a0f583ebaac7f2f9d PDF Text Text MAPLE VAL&Y HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 12 IS CHURCH ST HASTINGS IB 49054-1193 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 44, November 1, 2005 A local paper oftoday! Montague’s 41-point run ends Valley’s season by Jon Gambee Staff Writer For the second year in a row Maple Valley traveled a long distance to Montague High School only to come away with the same disap­ pointing news. Last year the Wildcats beat the Lions in the second round of the playoffs. At least this year they did­ n’t make Maple Valley suf­ fer as long, as they bested the Lions 41-12 Saturday, end­ ing the Lions’ season at 6-4. “We had success moving the ball,” said Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt after the game, “but we just could­ n’t get it into the end zone enough.” If there was ever a game where the final score was not indicative of the game itself, it was Saturday. The Lions scored early in second quar­ ter, but didn’t put any more points on the board until the running clock, struck 0:00. In the meantime, the Lion senior running back Adam Lamphere fends off a tackler in the first quarter of the pre-district contest at Montague on Saturday. Lamphere led the Lion offensive attack with 13 rushes for 75 yards. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Wildcats were running up 41 unanswered points and con­ trolling the game on both sides of the ball. Maple Valley showed signs of success on offense, but defensively, was never able to effectively handle the Wildcats. “We had trouble stopping them. It’s a problem we have had all year. We have tried everything, but we just gave up too many points this year,” Mittelstaedt said. That statement of fact was empha­ sized by the fact that although the Lions finished with a winning season they were outscored 260-233 for the year. Montague scored first, a 43-yard touchdown pass from Dan Pineda to Matt Kuchar with 1:35 left in the first quarter. Maple Valley answered with a 33-yard touchdown pass from Matt Gprdeneer to Adam Lamphere with 11:12 left in the second quarter. But the two-point conversion failed, leaving the Lions down by one. Montague scored twice more before the half was over, an 11-yard run by Chris Farr at the 8:50 mark and a 23-yard scoring pass from Pineda to T.J. Barr just before the end of the half. The only score of the third quarter was a one-yard touchdown run by Barr. In the fourth quarter, Mohtague scored on a threeyard run by Barr and a 16yard run by Curtis Holden. Maple Valley scored on the game’s final play when Gordeneer hit Lamphere in the end zone with a 24-yard scoring strike. “We wanted our seniors in the game at the end,” Mittelstaedt said. “They have given four years to the pro­ gram and they deserved to go out on a positive note. “I was proud of the effort See FOOTBALL, page 6 As many as 5 already seeking state representative's position by David T. Young mer Hastings Mayor Frank was not appointed to the job Editor Campbell to announce that before serving until Dar Leaf Though the general elec­ he also is a candidate for the was elected sheriff last tion is more than a year legislator’s post. November. away, four Republicans and He said he’s uncomfort­ Another rumored candi­ a possible fifth have already able making the announce­ date who has not publicly acknowledged they are can­ ment so soon, noting, “It’s announced his intentions is didates for 87th District State awfully early to be doing former Barry County Board Representative. this.” Chairman James Bailey, who The legislative seat is Firing the earliest political ran unsuccessfully for the regular payment, with some members stating that they opening with the retirement barb, Campbell then added, post in the 2000 GOP pri­ were concerned that there of State Rep. Gary Newell “I know where Cressey is, mary against Newell. were problems at the service (R-Saranac), who is being I’ve been around Barry The deadline for filing for all state and county positions that were not being forced out because of the County all my life.” term limits law. The two join Barry County will be in mid-May of 2006. addressed. The issue came to a head Surveyor Brian Reynolds The primary will be in Last month we withheld the quarterly payment, but I last Monday night att the and Thornapple Township August and the general elec­ think we should follow Hastings City Council meet- Clerk Susan Vliestra as seri­ tion the following through on to keep it going," ing when Brian Calley of ous candidates for Newell’s November. Before Newell was elected said Dunham. "There are Portland took some public job, which pays almost changes being made and I comment time to introduce $80,000 a year, but is term to the post in 2000, the job think we will see some posi- himself and give remarks. limited to three, two-year was held for six years by tive developments in the Calley, who is in the banking terms. Reynolds owned the Terry Geiger and for 12 business and is an Ionia distinction of being the only years before that by Bob future." • Approved a contract with County commissioner, said “county elected official” who Bender. Jerry Hurless Construction he needs to become more not to exceed $2,000 for the familiar with Hastings and construction of a wood Barry County, which makes retaining wall behind the up most of the 87th District. About half of Ionia County pavilion in Putnam Park. • Discussed the alley also is in the district. • Economic Development Summit Calley told the council the drainage problem behind the Nov. 3 to focus on Barry County house owned by Dick and district covers a lot of Virginia Tobias. Members of ground, from Hubbardston in • Vermontville Women’s Club makes the council said that while a Ionia County all the way 200 salads for bingo larger storm drain would south to a spot on the map in • Blood drive nets 52 pints County called help alleviate the problem it Barry “ Cressey, ” which he said wouldn’t solve it, since the • Boosters raise over $7,000 Tobias property sits lower he’s not sure exists as a town • Lion’s Hall headed for MIS with than both the alley and the any more. fourth place at regional Calley ’ s remarks prompt ­ street that serve it. ed City Councilman and for- Nashville sets public hearing for ordinance on water rates • Heard from a representa­ by Sandra Ponsetto tive from the Nashville Staff Writer The Nashville Village Community Development Council set 7 p.m. Tuesday, Committee who said that the Nov. 22, as the date for a committee planned to pur­ public hearing on a proposed chase 15 30 x 60 inch holi­ change to the water rate ordi­ day banners for the down­ nance "to establish the rates, town business district and charges, rules for the use wished to verify the size and The Nashville installation and service of colors. water supply within the vil­ Department of Public Works (DPW) will install the ban­ lage of Nashville." Village Council President ners next month. • Heard a request that a Frank Dunham said the changes were proposed speed limit or “children play­ because of some issues that ing” sign be. posted on have arisen in the last few Philadelphia Street. Nelson reported that there are a lot of months. "This is just trying to cor­ people, "speeding and spin­ rect misunderstandings and ning out" and that she was clarify what our position will concerned for the children in be as far the zoning and the area. Dunham said that enforcing of water service in DPW Supervisor Darrell Clements Jr. would look into the village," he said. The public hearing and the posting a “children playing” regular meeting of the coun­ sign in the area. • Unanimously approved cil will be held on Tuesday that week rather than the quarterly payment of Thursday due to the $4,000 to the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville Thanksgiving holiday. In other business last Emergency Medical Service Thursday evening, the coun- (EMS). Last month the coun­ cil voted against making the cil: In This Issue �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, November 1, 2005 — Page 2 Economic Development Summit Nov. 3 to focus on Barry County by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor The third annual Barry County Economic Development Summit forum is set for 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings. The public is welcome at no charge. Check-in begins at 3:30 p.m. Dinner concludes the event. Keynote speakers are George A. Erickcek, sen­ ior regional analyst for the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research, and Craig Ruff, senior policy fellow for Public Sector Consultants and teacher at the Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan. “Manufacturing employment in West Michigan is forecast forecasted to grow only rnddextly dbt* ing 2006,” Erickcek said. “This means that the region must find new industry drivers, if it is going to grow in the future.” At the local Summit, he will address the chal­ lenges facing the region in attracting and identifying these new industries. With W.E. Upjohn Institute, Erickcek’s research focuses on ana­ lyzing issues in regional economics, preparing regional forecasts and evaluating regional public policies. He has been employed there since 1987 and also writes the Institute’s quarterly report, Business Outlook for West Michigan, which examines the economic -conditions in West Michigan. “Erickcek is great with demographics, helping us to know where we are at as far as other areas,” said Dixie Stadel-Manshum, executive director of the County Economic Development Alliance, which is organizing the Summit “He was one of the keynote speakers (at the county Economic Summit) two years ago and was a huge hit, so he’s sort of back by popular demand,” said Sue Kolanowski, a volunteer for the Economic Alliance. Speaker Craig Ruff was chief of staff to Lt. Gov. James H. Brickley from Saving on home insurance is “No Problem. undreds ofthousands offamilies are saving money with iito-Owners Insurance for their home and mobile home protection. 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Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 All members of local government entities, including townships, vil­ lages, the City of Hastings and the county have been invited back again to this year’s Economic Summit to share what’s going on in their particular area as far as economic develop­ ment, Stadel-Manshum said. “They will be asked to discuss their top priori­ ty areas in major econom­ ic development, what obstacles they face and what they see in the future.” The program will include a quick briefing from a representative from the Michigan Economic Development Corp, about incentives the state is offering. “It should be an infor­ mational summit,” she said, to promote economic “awareness, information and demographics which helps us to know what’s going on with economic development in Barry County and nearby areas... It’s just a great opportuni­ ty to know what’s going on in our county. “There’s an old cliche that says economic devel­ opment is everybody’s business, and it truly is everybody’s business, but I still feel there needs to be more awareness ofhow it all works together in the county... We need to each make it our business. We need to understand what is happening - what has been in the past, the cur­ rent conditions and the future,” Stadel-Manshum said. “We need to really con­ centrate on keeping the businesses, the jobs and 1979-82 and a special assistant to Gov. William G. Milliken from 1972­ 1978. He joined Public Sector Consultants in 1983 and became its chief executive officer in 1994. Rugg also is the first hold­ er of the Griffin Endowed Chair in Political Science at Central Michigan University. Among the many boards he serves, Ruff is chairman of the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. Ruff was recommended to be a speaker at the Summit’ by Delton Kellogg Schools Superintendent Ron Archer, who has served as the education representa­ tive on the Barry County Economic Alliance Board for three years. “I first heard Craig speak about eight years ago to an education group about where the Public Sector Consultants thought education funding was headed,” Archer said. “His company does a lot of surveying for groups around the state, and I have heard him on radio and TV talk about surveys their company has con­ ducted.” Archer said Ruff is “well respected around the state for the informa­ tion PSC learns and shares each year. I find he gives a very interesting presenta­ tion with plenty of insight and knowledge about what is happening in Michigan politics, econo­ my, and what's on voters minds. Each of these top­ ics are very important as we try to plan for Barry County's economic future.” the employees we have here... Retention is so very, very, very important to keep what we do have here.' “We need to have new business creation going on (too). “The exciting part about it is having an economic development entity in the area, she said. “We haven’t always had that in Barry County.” Because of the confi­ dentiality of what she does, Stadel-Manshum said she can’t always pub­ licly discuss what’s going on until details are final­ ized for release. For instance, she currently has “exciting projects” going on in Delton and Middleville for potential business plans and feasi­ bility studies. “There are people out there who are becoming concerned (about eco­ nomic development) and looking at new entrepre­ neurial adventures... I continue to get calls. 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Worship ...................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................ 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting............................... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship 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 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 Evening Worship............................ 6 Wednesday Family .Night Service ........ 6:45 p.m. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grade@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School . at 9:30 a.m. . Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR. KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............. 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School 10 a A.M. Service 11:15a P.M. Service................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service 11 a P.M. Service....................................7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE 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. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN • At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women’, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .: CHURCH M-79 West . Sunday School Worship.......... 10 a.m. 1 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner 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 2415 McCann Road 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK Mt J Mt 1 Mt J ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sunday Mass.................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a 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 . .. ^infei VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday Scho'ol for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH Mnied( sd Sib some ‘%fi miiL. N Wit to �w TheheMaple MapleValley ValleyNews, News,Nashville, Nashville,Tuesday, Tuesday,November November1,2005 1,2005— Page age3 3 ■ Vermontville Women’s Club makes 200 salads for bingo The Maple Valley High School cafeteria was filled Thursday evening, Oct. 20, as the Vermontville Women’s Club held its annual salad bingo event. The 200 tickets for the event, now in its eighth year, were sold out weeks in advance. Women’s club mem­ bers make salads each year to feed not only the bingo players, but all of the workers as well. Joanne Nehmer, a mem­ ber of the women’s club, said 25 more tickets were sold this year than last. "We’re limited to 200 tickets because the women’s club can’t make any more salads," said Nehmer. The club is made up of women from Vermontville and sur­ rounding areas who come together and hold events throughout the year to benefit local charity organizations. Two 50/50 raffles are held during the evening, with half of the proceeds donated to Eaton County Hospice and Siren Shelter organizations. This year, $415.50 was given to the Hospice cen­ ter and $350 to the Siren Shelter. More than 25 local busi­ nesses donated hundreds of prizes for the event and bingo winners were able to choose anything from blankets, cash, art work and a CD player as their prize. The bingo night is the second largest fiind-raiser for the women’s club. The annual craft show at the Maple Syrup Festival gen­ erates the most revenue for the group. The money raised is given back to the commu­ nity through charitable gifts and scholarships. "Our main function is to do community service," said Nehmer. When asked what she believes are the reasons why the event is such a success Nehmer said, "I think it’s the salads, prizes and it’s only 10 dollars for an evening out to be with friends and be entertained." Bingo player Sandi Craven of Charlotte has Women’s’ Club member Kafhy Warner was the bingo attended the event for the last five years and returns caller for the evening. each year, hoping to take a prize home. It’s fun and I’m hoping SUMMIT, continued from page 2 to win some money or a grand prize," said Craven. -actually needing to es.” expand, and if they A key, she said, is being "It’s a fun girls’ night out expand that means they more creative in the busi­ when we can get rid of the are going to be able to cre­ nesses we’re trying to guys." Arguably the most cov­ ate more jobs and they bring here.” want more information “A homemade, down on eted prize of all at the about what the state can the farm dinner,” prepared event is the velvet Elvis do to help us, such as tax by the Welcome Comers Presley portrait and spe­ United Methodist women, cial Elvis seating. The abatements...” She said she has assist­ will be served at the end of winner of the Elvis prize each year is given seating ed with the ethanol plant the Summit. at the “Elvis table” comwhich just had a ground­ Sponsors of the Summit plete with gold tablecloth breaking in the Woodland event are Pierce Cedar area and with the new Creek Institute, Hastings and portrait of “the King.” Mooville Creamery in City Bank, J-Ad Graphics The winner is also given a Nashville. and the Barry County 5x7 portrait of the singer Because Barry County Economic Development to take care of during the is a rural area, Stadel- Alliance. Dinner sponsors year. Last year’s winner, Manshum said, “We really are Barry County Betty McDonald took the need to put some kind of Telephone Co., concentrated effort into MainStreet Savings Bank portrait back to Presley’s childhood home in looking at ways to help and Hastings Fiber Glass. Tupelo, Miss., and his farmers diversify their Seating is limited at the businesses. The project in Summit, Stadel-Manshum Graceland estate. For the next year the Delton could very well said. Reservations to attend photo will be under the lead to something like that... One thing that’s not the Summit and dinner care of Joyce Nisse of going to go overseas is our should be made immedi- Vermontville, who will farmland. We need to ately by calling 269/945- enjoy the special seating work with that farmland as 8995, faxing 945-3839 or at next year’s Salad Bingo dixie@bar- event. good as we possibly can, e-mailing The Vermontville Those and then we’re automati­ rychamber.org. Women’s Club is in its cally preserving farmland who just want to attend the 66th year and plans to too, if we get more ag- Summit do not need reser­ continue the Salad Bingo related kinds of business- vations. tradition for many more years. Call lor Classifieds 269-945-9554 Dozens of salads were prepared by Women’s Club members for the event. SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Nov. 2 Cheeseburger, celery w/peanut butter, peaches, pudding cup, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 3 Fuller Hungry Howies. Pizza sticks, tossed salad, pineapple/mandarin oranges, Hi-C Fruit snacks, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Nov. 4 Chicken Pot Pie, Smile potatoes, applesauce, Goldfish Crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 7 Hot dog w/chili, carrot sticks, pineapple, graham crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Elvis Extravaganza prize winner Joyce Nisse holds of the portrait of the King of Rock ‘n Roll that will be under her care until next year’s Salad Bingo night. Tuesday, Nov. 8 Popcorn chicken, cheesie potatoes, fresh fruit, animal crackers, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Nov. 2 Choose One -. Double dogs Pumpkins A sign of the season For most folks, pumpkins have become an ediw/chili, pizza, fish sandwich, ble, decorative part of the chicken sandwich, burger bar. fall season but did you Choose Two - garden salad, know: french fries, coleslaw, peach­ A pumpkin’s composi­ es, juice, milk. tion includes 90 percent Thursday, Nov. 3 water, as well as potassi­ Choose One - Pizza sticks, um and Vitamin A. pizza, cheeseburger, chicken Pumpkins are members sandwich, Mexican bar. of the vine crops family Choose Two - garden salad, scalloped com, carrot sticks, called cucurbits. Their flowers are edible. pear halves, juice, milk. Friday, Nov. 4 Pumpkins can range in Choose One - Chicken pot size from less than a pie, pizza, cheeseburger, pound to more than 1,000 chicken sandwich, Asian bar. pounds. Choose Two - Garden salad, The medieval French baked beans, pineapple/man- word “pumpkin” means darin, oranges, roll, juice, sun-baked squash and is milk. derived from the Greek Monday, Nov. 7 Choose One - Goulash, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, hot dog bar. Choose Two - french fries, whole kernel corn, apple­ sauce, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 8 Choose One - Popcorn chicken, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, Mexican bar. Choose Two - mashed potatoes w/gravy, California blend veg., push up, juice, milk. word “pepon,” or a large melon. The English modi­ fied “pampion” to “pomp­ kin,” which was finally changed to “pumpkin” by the American colonists. In early colonial times, pumpkins were used as an ingredient for the crust of pies, not the filling. Colonists sliced off pump­ kin tips, removed seeds and filled the insides with milk, spices and honey. This was baked in hot ashes and is the original pumpkin pie. Pumpkins were once recommended for remov­ ing freckles and curing snake bites. ^Diana’s <~P£ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling 8K MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday '< S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 066 06605469 1-517-852-9481 n �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 1, 2005 — Page 4 Collier-Carroll united Duane G. Collier and Jackie L. Carroll were united in marriage on Aug. 20, 2005 at Mulberry Gardens in Nashville. Parents Leo and Margaret Carroll escorted the bride down the aisle. Savannah Carroll, daughter of the bride, was the beautiful junior bride. Best friend of the bride, Angela Hosmer, was matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Jaime Curtis and Mindy McKelvey, nieces of the bride. A beautiful poem was read by sister of the bride, Jeanette Curtis. Best man was Barry Collier, son ofthe groom. Mike Collier and Brian Beck, also proud sons to the groom, served as groomsmen. The bride and groom would like to thank everyone who shared their day. The couple reside in Nashville. McLean-Rosenow wed Eller-McLean united in marriage Al and Sheryl McLean of Twining, MI (formerly Robert and Lawana Rosenow of Prescott, MI and Al and Sheryl McLean ofTwining (formerly Vermontville residents) Vermontville residents) and Bobby and Rita Eller of announce the marriage of their children, Trisha Rosenow and Thomasville, NC proudly announce the marriage oftheir chilReed McLean on Aug. 13,2005. They were married at Judson dren, Brad Eller and Allison McLean on August 7, 2004. Baptist Church in Prescott and enjoyed a beautiful outdoor They were married on Mackinac Island and enjoyed a honey­ reception at Rosenow’s home. moon in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The couple live in Whittemore, MI. Brad is a pipeline engineer and Allison is an interior Reed farms and is a custom operator. Tricia is a first grade designer. teacher. They reside in Twining, MI. Schools studying widening gap in kindergarten abilities to learn More than 40 communi­ ty members gathered Monday, Oct. 17, at Fulller Street Elementary to hear about the Maple Valley Schools’ plans to expand its Early Childhood Program. Superintendent Kim Kramer began the evening by welcoming the com­ munity and reviewing the Board of Education's goal of increasing student achievement. In order to accomplish this, Kramer explained that three sub­ goals have been identi­ fied, including expand early childhood education programs, develop a mid­ dle school, and re-struc­ ture the high school. Fuller Elementary Principal Jason Miller next presented what an early childhood education center at Fuller Elementary would con­ tain. He went on to Barry County Chapter of W “Michigan M ^yvman Committee for or the jjjblic Interest” Will hold it’s first meeting Barry County ichigan ichig Lawman Committee ee for for the the Sy^jgyst Sy^jgyst””,, will will hold hold its its first first meeting at the Maple Leaf grange Hall, 7490 S. M-66, Nashville, Michigan^! IWember 7, 2005 at 7 PM. Any persons interested^ addrcssinj/the issue of Zoning Ordinance^) and whsttt can anAedonc donc about them...please come and join us. Th h^t will be monthy meetings on the firsgmondpy night at 7PM ofeach month. The Lawmen State Groups address various Constitutional issued and government corruption. The National Chairman U C *. Conces of Battle Creek, Michigan. The State man is William M. Price of Stockbridge. George W. Morris is the new coordinator for Barry County. See you at the meeting! Monday, November 7, 2005 Maple Leaf Grange Hall 7490 S. M-66 7:00 PM explain that creating this center at Fuller would allow the community to pull together all the resources available in both Barry and Eaton counties under one roof. This would allow the community to know that Fuller would be the place to go for any need related Blood drive nets 52 pints The Oct. 13 blood drive in Nashville was the best in the last four. The goal was 45 points and 64 presented 10 defer­ rals and one disqualifica­ tion giving 53 good pints of blood. There also were four first times and two students from Maple Valley High school donat­ ed and received communi­ ty services time credit. The drive will continue to do this at all future blood banks. The donors were served doughnuts from Good Time Pizza and Cider. Gerald Edgecomb received his 24 gallon pin, David Hummel his two gallon and Dorothy McDougal her three gallon pin. Chad Horton won the golf game and cart. The next drive will be Dec. 8, same place and time. to children from prenatal to age 8. Keynote speaker of the evening was Carl Ill, one of the leading authorities in Michigan on early childhood education and brain development research. Ill spoke for nearly 40 minutes about why educators and communities need to focus on young children. Some facts Ill presented included: • Total student enroll­ ment in Michigan has dropped 15.66% between 1977 and 2000. Yet, total special education student enrollment in Michigan rose 46.62% in the same period. • Total learning disabled student enrollment in Michigan rose 479% in the same period. • The human brain develops to 85% of its potential by the age of 5. Therefore the old belief that learning begins at age 5, which is why children start school then is just not true. • Language develop­ ment is the key to all learning. • Language develop­ ment often follows social economic lines. A parent in a professional, a work­ ing-class, and a welfare family provide consistent­ ly overall different amounts of language experience to their children. • So much is happening to children during their first 3 years, at a time when they are especially malleable and uniquely dependent on the family “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 (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06605503_________ * Family Owner/Manager for virtually all their expe­ rience, that by age 3 an intervention must deal with not just a lack of knowledge or skill, but an entire general approach to experience. • Evidence strongly supports the fact that remediation is not work­ ing. • For every dollar spent on early intervention, eight dollars are saved in remediation. HI concluded his pres­ entation by saying, "The question is not whether or not we need to invest in the early years; the ques­ tion is what is the most effective way to invest in the early years. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 1,2005 — Page 5 Maple Valley grad makes Purdue homecoming court Christina Jackson, a 2002 graduate of Maple Valley High School, Michigan, was recently selected to the Homecoming Court at Purdue University in Lafayette, Ind. Christina is a senior in the School of Visual Communication Design in Purdue’s School of Liberal Arts. She is the daughter of Morris and Cheryl Jackson. Christina Jackson CALENDAR OF EVENTS Nov. 1 Nov. 1 Nov. 2 Nov. 2 Nov. 3 Nov. 8 Nov. 9 Nov. 9 Nov. 10 Nov. 11 Nov. 12 Npv. 14 Nov. 15 Nov. 16 Nov. 16 Nov. 16 Nov. 17 Shooting Sports Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Meeting. Dog Developmental Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Location to be announced. Livestock Developmental Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Shooting Sports Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Dairy Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Open House, 6-8 p.m., First United Methodist Church. County Holiday, Office Closed. Horse Judging Clinic, 10 a.m., Curtis Farm. Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Poultry Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Call 269-995 -9559 anytime for Maple Valley News tiofl-ais! Commission lJcJhu on Aging Schedule of Events Couniu Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Nov. 2 Seafood pasta salad, com and tomato salad, mandarin oranges. Thursday, Nov. 3 Peanut butter and jelly, pickled beets, pears, English muffin. Friday, Nov. 4 Cheese/macaroni salad, cucumber salad, tropical fruit. Monday, Nov. 7 Chicken pasta salad, carrot raisin salad, fruited jello. Tuesday, Nov. 8 Cottage cheese, Spanish bean salad, mixed fruit, din­ Maple Valley High School leadership teacher Norma Jean Acker (left) and coun­ ner roll. selor Dawn Yager present senior Brandi Walden with the Principal’s Leadership Award. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Nov. 2 Salisbury steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, fruit com­ pote. Thursday, Nov. 3 BBQ chicken, cauliflower, peas and carrots, pineapple, combread. Friday, Nov. 4 Baked fish, rice pilaf, broc­ coli, winter squash, plums. Monday, Nov. 7 Roast pork w/gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, fresh apple. Events Wednesday, Nov. 2 Hastings - Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Music with Charlie. Nashville BP Clinic. Delton Reminiscence; Lifeline 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3 Hastings - Line Dancing 10 a.m.; Morehouse Kids. Nashville - TV Time. Delton - Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Nov. 4 - Hastings Bingo; Oil Painting. Woodland - Visiting. Monday, Nov. 7 - Hastings - November Birthday Party; Card Making 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Crafts 10:30 a.m. Nashville 5. Tuesday, Nov. 8 Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 1 p.m.; Alzheimer Series Week 2 7-9 p.m. Local student nominated for national award program Maple Valley High School senior Brandi Walden has been named a recipient of a Principal’s Leadership Award (PLA) scholarship, co-sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) and Herff Jones, Inc. One hundred and fifty national PLA winners were chosen from among more than 5,400 applications. Each national winner will receive a $1,000 college scholarship. Participating high school principals from importance of a well-round­ ed education. Co-curricular activities are an essential part of the school curriculum. During her high school career at Maple Valley, Walden has been senior class treasurer, a member of the National Honor Society (NHS) and Spanish NHS, active in the leadership class, a leader with the Barry County Youth Advisory Committee, as well as other service projects. Something for Everybody Jewelry • Crafts • New Merchandise • Toys Clothing & More ~to Battle Creek at Kellogg Arena g co Saturday-Nov.5m 9 am to 6 pm Sunday-Nov. 6th 10 am to 5 pm g Our new pIlOBIO system means across the country could nominate one senior high student to compete in this year’s program. Winners were selected on the basis of their leadership skills, partic­ ipation in service organiza­ tions and clubs; achieve­ ments in the arts and sci­ ences, employment experi­ ence; and academic record. They also were required to write an essay. In recogniz­ ing leadership in co-curricular activities as well as aca­ demic performance, the PLA scholarship recognizes the ,Listen to WIN 985 ‘■ffoOrr a clhance to win a $500 Shopping Spree and a Day of Fun Admission S300 + 500 Facility Fee ChlMranlmiarianEE wwwShipshewanaOnTheRoad.com 219 N. Main • Nashville • 517.852.0845 • fax 517852.0461 . after hours 269.818.7599 service on the spot! Time is valuable. At Mace Pharmacy, we are committed to providing services that help you make the most of your time. Our new phone system helps us do just that. 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They never quite and they never let down.” Maple Valley rah up 302 total yards on offense and had drives stopped at the four, the 15 and the 30. Lamphere was the leading rusher for Maple Valley with 75 yards on 13 carries and three receptions for 73 yards and both touch­ downs. Levi Andler finished with 108 yards on 16 car­ ries for the Lions. Jarred Goris and Josh Bursley each had six tackles for Maple Valley. Call for Classifieds Maple Valley senior quarterback Matt Gordeneer dances out of the way of a Montague tackler in the first half of Saturday’s Division 6 play-off opener at Montague. (Photo by Perry Hardin) For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 269-945-9554 Jackson Pottery and Clay Plans Holiday Sale Jackson Pottery and Clay Guild (JPCG) mem­ bers will be exhibiting and selling their pottery at the Guild’s 4th Annual Holiday Sale on Saturday, November 19th and 20th, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at “Art 634,” 634 N. Mechanic, Jackson. Adult admission is $1, parking is free and door prizes will be given. The diverse work will Why MOO-ville Milk? Fresh, farm goodness with quality milk, produced locally. Quotes from customers "It doesn't taste like other milk." "Mom, don't buy any other milk." or "Why is this so much better?" Also if you purchase MOO-ville Milk at MOO-ville, frequent buyer cards available. Buy 9 gallon get the 10th one FREE. If you haven’t tried MOO-ville milk, pick up your free 1/2 gallons while supplies last! 2 miles south of Nashville on the comer of M-79 & M-66 Fri.-Sat. 10-10; Closed Sundays Maple Valley’s Steven Tait tries to chase down Montague’s Curtis Holden before he can reach the end zone in the fourth quarter Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 517-852-9003 269-838-8017 269-838-7001 Doug & Louisa Westendorop Visit us on the web at, www.mOO-Vllle.com Plan a party Hot Cocoa Shake include functional, deco­ rative and whimsical porcelain and stoneware pieces as well as tiles and sculptural work. A “Meet the Artists” reception will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. JPCG members will demonstrate wheel throw­ ing and hand building techniques during the sales event. This is an opportunity to learn about pottery making, talk to the artists and to purchase art from talented hometown artists. Over a dozen studios and galleries in the build­ ing will be open to the public during this week­ end. Former Nashville man invents camp solution While camping, some­ times it can be difficult to find areas to secure trash. An alternative would be to have the trash bag lying around, but with a gust of wind, a mess is made. That is what led Robert Hosmer Jr., formerly of Nashville, and Lori Hosmer to create the trash bag holder. The pair, who now live in Eaton Rapids, invented this idea two years ago out of necessity. This portable product holds trash with­ out the assistance of another person and is easy to use indoor sand out for home, camping or busi­ nesses. The trash bag holder comes in a variety of shapes and sizes and is flexible enough to also hold clothes, toys, and leaves. This original idea is now being made available for licensing to manufac­ turers interested in new product development, especially in the outdoor products industry. The Hosmers are hoping to have the trash bag holder in full production and available to the public in the near future. Maple Valley running back Levi Andler can’t quite get his hands on a pass in the fourth quarter at Montague on Saturday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 975 N. Main (M-66), Nashville, MI Retired school personnel to meet Nov. 8 517-852-0760 J} Overlooking the beautiful^ Mulberry Fore GolfCourse Restaurant Make Your Reservations Today! । I THANKSGIVING DAY BUFFET • 11AM - 3PM § I TURKEY AND MUCH, MUCH MORElj| Eaton County Retired School Personnel will meet Tuesday, Nov. 8, for lunch and program at the Bellevue Riverside Cafe (420 East Capital Ave.) at 11 a.m. Larry Michiels will be taking the group on a trip to Antarctica at noon with his beautiful photos. Reservations are made by calling Kay DePue at 517-627-0388 or with Eileen Harrison at 517­ 543-7992 by Thursday, Nov. 3. All Michigan Public Schools retirees are invit­ ed to enjoy time together. ... Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 —------------------ L ■ ■■ --------- 06605333 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 1,2005 — Page 7 Boosters raise over $7,000 with first annual reverse raffle Maple Valley Athletic Boosters held their first annual Reverse Raffle in October at the Ramada Inn of Montpelier, Ohio. Festivities began early in the day for many of those who attended because the Michigan and Michigan State football teams squared off at noon. In a very large, three story attrium, in front of three big screen T Vs the game was viewed by many die-hard fans of both teams. As one can imagine, there was much good hearted ban­ ter being exchanged. The raffle itself began after the game. It is called a reverse raffle because unlike other raffles, the grand prize is awarded to the last lucky ticket drawn. There were 250 tickets drawn. The I st, 25th, 50th, and I 00th tickets drawn won $100.00. The 125th paid $125.00, 150th paid $150.00, 175th paid $175.00, 200th paid $200.00 and the 225th Boosters are very greatful to draw won $225.00. The all who supported this 246th draw paid $300.00, fundraiser both in person and 247th paid $400.00, 248th to those who couldn’t be was worth $500.00 and draw there. The generosity made number 249 won $600.00. this first annual event a great The final draw was for the success. The total that was grand prize of $7000.00. raised for Maple Valley stu­ In our drawing this year, dent athletes and facilities the last three lucky ticket was over $7000.00 dollars. holders agreed to divide the The second annual top three prizes between Reverse Raffle will be held themselves and also offered on September 30, 2006. to donate 20-percent of thier winnings back to the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. During the drawing every­ one enjoyed an all you can eat gourmet buffet along with a large selection ofbev­ erages all included with the price of the raffle ticket. The attrium belonged to the Maple Valley crowd for Chad M. Tait the remainder ofthe evening. Marine Corps Pvt. Chad Those attending enjoyed card games and activities and M. Tait, son of Lonetta K. a chance to socialize with old and Elton D. Tait of Nashville, recently completand new friends alike. Maple Valley Athletic ed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, Calif, designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physi­ cally and mentally. Tait and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a. m., by running three miles and performing calisthenics, in addition to the physical con­ ditioning program, tait spent numerous hours in classroom and field assignments, which included learning first aid, uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksman­ ship, hand-to-hand combat and assorted weapons train­ ing. they performed close order drill and operated as a small infantry unit during field training. Tait and other recruits also Jana and Marty Bowman celebrate their winnings at received instruction on the the athletic boosters reverse raffle in October. Marine Corps' core values — honor, courage and commit­ ment, and what the core val­ ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■ ues mean in guiding personal Nashville VFW 8260 < and professional conduct. Tait and fellow recruits ended the training phase with “The Crucible,” a 54-hour, Saturday, November 5, 5:30 * 7:00 pm £ team evolution culminating in an emotional ceremony in Turkey Dressing ■" which recruits are presented the Marine Corps Emblem, and addressed as "Marines" for the first time in their Ham ■ careers. SERVING OUR COUNTRY Brian Lincoln, Kristie Lincoln, Keith Jones, and John Kinder get together during the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters’ first annual reverse raffle at the Montpelier Ohio Ramada Inn. IRlfA I fAl M OlIkfa►F"a 1VV f JAA^* k IIIhIIIbIFIb* i\ Y!I kfaa VJ^kIhIbIbi I Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service Real Estate MLS.. 227 N. 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City water & sewer available. Call Homer. (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. _______________________ (VL-109 Or 110)4 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 1,2005 — Page 8 Lion’s Hall headed for MIS with fourth place at regional Maple Valley senior Mike Hall made the most of a fast track at Sharp Park in Jackson Saturday. Hall raced to a fourth place finish in the Division 3 regional race, earning him a spot in this Saturday’s state finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. The Division 3 boys’ race begins at 10:30 a.m. Hall was one of 11 boys at the meet to break the 17-minute barrier, finish­ ing in 16 minutes 39 sec­ onds which is a new Maple Valley school record. Jackson Lumen Christi’s Josh Me Alary won the race in 16:07, and was followed across the finish line by HanoverHorton’s Mike Mayday (16:12) and Lansing Catholic’s David Todd (16:38). McAlary’s Titans won the boys’ meet with 41 points. Lansing Catholic was second with 71 fol­ lowed by two of Maple Valley’s SMAA rivals, Hillsdale (95) and Albion (111). The top three teams and top 15 individuals advance to the state finals. Maple Valley’s boys finished 13th as a team with 323 points. Hall had time to catch his breath before team­ mate Zeke Wieland crossed the finish line 74th in 19:23. R.J. Raines was 81st in 20:05, Jed Wieland 85th in 20:20, and Kaleb Root 88th in 20:25 for the Lions. Behind Albion, Hanover-Horton finished with 133 points, Addison 157, Stockbridge 181, Leslie 217, Quincy 242, Olivet 282, Michigan Center 296, Bronson 302, Maple Valley 323, and Pennfield 409. Maple Valley had just two girls running in the race, Erin Shoemaker and Dhani Tobias. Shoemaker was 39th in 22:13 and Tobias 49th in 22:43. Hillsdale ’ s Adrienne Pastuyla won the girls’ race in 19:08, and was fol­ lowed in by. Lumen Christi’s Cara Cremeans in 19:27, Albion’s Amelia Bannister in 19:31, and Hillsdale’s Alisha Nussbaum in 19:33. Jackson Lumen Christi and Hillsdale’s girls dom- inated the meet. Lumen Christi had five runners in the top 15 and Lumen Christi four. The Titans won with just 40 points and Hillsdale was second with 46. Third place went to Hanover-Horton which finished with 94 points. Lansing Catholic was fourth with 106. Stockbridge was fifth with 131 points, followed by Leslie 172, East Jackson 239, Quincy 243, Michigan Center 276, Bronson 285, Addison 288, Pennfield 292, and Albion 292. Great Michigan Deer Tales - Book 4 If you want proof that the year before it was Michigan produces whitetail bagged. The other chapter bucks with some of the tells the story behind a world biggest antlers in North record 8-pointer. America and that every deer The majority of the true hunter in the state has a stories in this book are about chance of bagging a trophy bucks with antlers large buck with enormous antlers, enough to qualify for nation­ you will find it in the latest al big game records main­ book written by veteran out­ tained by the Boone and door writer Richard P. Smith Crockett Club. In all but of Marquette. Book 4 of three cases in which these Great Michigan Deer Tales, monster bucks were bagged, which was published during luck was the primary factor August, includes that infor­ responsible for success. Most mation and much more. Like of the hunters who bag the the previous three books in biggest bucks in the state Maple Valley senior Mike Hall leans into the finish line the series, this 128-page vol­ each year had no idea whiteume is devoted to the bucks tails of those proportions at Saturday’s Division 3 regional race in Jackson. Hall bagged by hunters in the were in their area before they set a new Maple Valley school record with his fourth state with the largest antlers. shot them and they weren’t place time of 16:39. This book contains 15 new trophy hunting at the time chapters, the first two of they scored. which cover a pair of North If luck worked for them, it America’s biggest bucks. can work for anyone. One of those chapters dis­ Although luck was the main cusses a whitetail with the factor responsible for the tag­ highest scoring typical rack ging of many of the whopper ever recorded. There’s a pho­ whitetails discussed in this tography of that buck taken book, each chapter includes at least one valuable lesson that other hunters can benefit from. The knowledge gained from the tales in this book, and the others in the series, will increase the odds, of reader being able to connect on big bucks of their own through experience. 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The Lions held a 46-42 lead after junior forward Alaina Mater came down with an offensive rebound and put it back in with 1:46 left to play, but it would be the last basket of the night for Maple Valley. Maple Valley missed a couple lay-ups, turned the ball over a couple too many times, and couldn’t get a shot off on its last possession as the game wound down. “Even though the score doesn’t always show it, we’ve been in most of our games and then somehow we lost it in the last five or six minutes,” said Maple V alley head coach head Landon Wilkes following the game. Guard Sam Pierce and center Mindy Newton are the Lions only two sen­ iors. Newton is the only player who saw extended minutes last season, and fouled out with the Wildcats up one with 36 seconds left to play. The Lions are still learning. “I think it will come with experience,” said Wilkes. “The more play­ ing time we get everybody the better they’ll be.” The improvements are showing on the defensive end of the floor. Without the Lion defense getting easy offensive opportuni­ ties, the Lions would have a hard time putting points on the board. It was the defense that sparked the Lions to score 20 points in the second quarter. “We’ve tried to build everything around defense the remaining part of the season,” said Wilkes. A steal by freshman guard Bailey Flower at mid-court and her ensuing lay-up gave the Lions their first lead of the fourth quarter at 43-41 with 4:11 to play. Flower finished with eight points. Albion’s quick guards and size underneath helped it pull back ahead in the ball game, along with a three-quarter court trap that gave the Lions fits at times. Newton found a way to get some things done against the Wildcat front line. Despite an early end to her night she finished with nine points, ten Give a Columbia Central tonight, before finishing the regu­ lar season with three straight at home. The Lions fell at Stockbridge on Thursday night, 48-40. 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Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, MI. 06617652 PTO holds Fall Carnival The Maple Valley PTO Fall Carnival was held Saturday, Oct. 15. Many families came out to enjoy games, prizes, clowns and other fun activities, and many others volunteered. “This was a wonderful event for the children of our community,” said a spokesperson for the local Parent-Teacher organization, who added that community businesses donated items “to help make this event so mem­ orable.” Anyone wishing to learn more about the Maple Valley PTO or interested in helping with other PTO events is welcome to attend the next meeting of the group, scheduled for Monday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m. in the Fuller Street Elementary School Conference Room. DEER, continued book is about what is believed to be Michigan’s heaviest buck, weighing more than 400 pounds. That whitetail also had a large set of antlers. You might be sur­ prised about where that buck came from. Another chapter in Book 4 that you won’t want to miss, is a historical look at one of the U.P.’s traditional deer camps from the perspective of two friends from Mackinaw City who have owned the camp for more than 50 years. The Tahquamenon Club was in existence for 50 years before they bought it. The camp was started by a group of deer hunters from Saginaw. Also worthy of note is that two of the hunters discussed in Book 4 are Viet Nam vet­ erans who suffered injuries during that war. One ofthem, is among Michigan’s most successful trophy buck hunters. Their disabilities didn’t stand in their way of bagging some of the biggest bucks in the state. Their sto­ ries can be inspirational for other veterans. Whopper whitetails bagged in each region of the state are covered in this lat­ est edition of Great Michigan Deer Tales along with some taken with center­ fire and muzzleloading rifles, shotguns and bows and arrows. The 15 chapters included in Book 4 may well be the best selection in the series. If you’re a deer hunter, you will enjoy read­ ing them at home, camp or while occupying your favorite deer blind. If you don’t already own any books from this set you will want to get all four. For those of you who may already own copies of Great Michigan Deer Tales, we have special pricing so you can complete your set. The series is a must have if you are a Michigan deer hunter. The stories in each book can be the key to unlocking the door to a trophy buck ofyour own. Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varisty Football Maple Valley senior running back Adam Lamphere scored the Lions lone touchdowns In Saturday's Division 6 play-off game at Montague. Lamphere rushed the ball 13 times for 75 yards and caught three passes for 73 yards on the afternoon. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 45, November 8, 2005 A local paper oftoday! Vermontville approves water usage rate increase by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Vermontville Village Council voted unanimously last week to increase the vil­ lage’s per thousand gallon water usage rate by 61 cents. It is the village’s first water usage rate increase since 1984. Village President Doug Kelsey said in an earlier interview that rate increase was proposed solely to allow the village to keep up with rising costs. He noted at that time the village was going to cash in a certificate of deposit (CD) this year to cover the $22,000 shortfall and noted that the village could not continue cashing in CDs or borrowing money from the general fund to cover costs. “We’d only be delaying the inevitable,” he said. During the public hearing Thursday night, which was held before the regular meet­ ing of the council, only one village resident addressed the council with concerns about the proposed rate increase. Gary McDiarmid ques­ tioned why the village had put in a new well if it caused the municipality to go into debt. “We had no choice,” said Trustee Sue Villanueva. “With the other (well) we were lucky if they were pumping 95 or a 100 gallons. This one’s 212 or 250,” said Trustee Jim Samaans. “It needed to be replaced,” agreed Vermontville Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell. McDiarmid also said he was concerned about senior citizens in town who are on fixed incomes. Villanueva stated that the village had to increase the water rates so the village’s water and sewer to allow the village’s water and sewer system to be self-supporting. “Remember the council members live in town and we’ll have to pay the increase too,” said Trustee Charlie Viele. “We don’t like to see it either, but it’s something we have to do.” The water rate and fee res­ olution passed by the council sets the following rates for the water system: turn on for delinquent payment $50; turn on for “snow birds” $35; deposit for renters or tenants $50; security deposit for con­ tractors and hydrant hookup $100; water per thousand gal. through hydrant $4.12 (with a COLA adjustment each Jan.); readiness to serve charge $10, meter replace­ ment .50 cents; water usage per thousand gal. $2.06 (with a COLA adjustment each Jan.). Village Clerk Shirley Harmon noted the resolution would go into effect Jan. 1, 2006, and residents will see the effect of the change for the first time on their February bill that reflects January usage. In a related action the council also unanimously approved the adoption of a resolution setting the rates and fees for sewer use. There was no change in those rates or fees. The deposit for renters or tenants stays at $50, the usage rate per thou­ sand gal. stands at $1.45 (with a cost of living adjust­ ment each January) and the readiness to serve fee will remain at $10. “ Some council members expressed concern that “snow birds” who met with them last month to discuss Felpausch food centers to stock MOO-ville milk Starting this week cus­ tomers of Felpausch Food Center in Hastings• and Zucca’s by Felpausch in Battle Creek will be able to enjoy the same farm fresh milk residents of the Maple Valley area have been enjoy­ ing since MOO-ville Creamery in Nashville began bottling its own milk. “We’re going to test it in two stores and see how it goes,” said Janine Dalman, the director of public rela­ tions for Felpausch. “Felpausch likes to support local businesses and MOOville products are made with high quality premium milk.” Doug and Louisa Westendorp the owners of Westvale-Vu Dairy Farm and MOO-ville Creamery said they are pleased that Felpausch will be selling their products. “They are willing to go out of their way to sell our products. We don’t use UPC codes here at the creamery, but Felpausch does, so they are printing up UPC codes for a our products,” said Louisa. “Right now we are bottling whole, 2% and skim milk in gallons and half gal­ lons.” MOO-ville bottled ten gal­ lons of milk during its first week of production, 20 dur­ ing its second week, and now averages approximately 45 the readiness to serve fees for sewer and water earlier this month, were under the impression that they would not have to pay the $10 readiness to serve fee for sewer. Viele recommended that a letter be sent to the snow­ birds letting them know that the village must continue to charge the sewer readiness to serve fee because the bond, which was issued when the village first installed the sewer system during the 1970s, requires it. The bond will be in place until 2009. In other business, the council approved the first See WATER, page 4 Linda Wiers, left, and Carla France each have sons who are or have served in Iraq. Mrs. Wiers’ son, Christopher, was critically wounded in an explosion and they are hoping that he will come home some time next week. Mrs. France’s son, Nicholas Burpee, served eight months in the combat zone and is now in training to return. War mothers use faith to deal with pride and cope with fear by Jon Gambee Staff Writer There have been many sto­ ries written about what it is like to go through the hell that is war. But what about those who are left behind? What about the hell that they have to endure, the fear, the anguish, the heartache that a mother goes through every minute of every day her son or daugh­ ter is cast in death’s shadow? For two Barry County mothers, Carla France and Linda Wiers, the war in Iraq is as real as if they were there, too. They live with the war invading their lives every day. In some ways, it’s harder because combined with all the fear and anguish there is the unknown, per­ haps the most difficult factor of all to deal with. Lance Corporal Nicholas Burpee is back in the states, now waiting to return for his See WAR, page 7 MOO-ville Creamery in Nashville is now producing a variety of milk products which be available at Felpausch in Hastings and Zucca’s by Felpausch in Battle Creek. gallons a week. The Westendorps say that in the future they plan to expand their product line to include chocolate milk in quarts and pints, and cream line milk. Cream line milk is milk that has been pasteurized, but not homogenized. Pasteurization is the process that kills most of the bacteria in milk. Homogenization breaks up the butterfat glob­ ules into uniform small parti­ cles so the butterfat is sus­ pended in the milk and does not rise to the top. With cream line milk a person could either skim the cream off the top to use in coffee or to make whipped cream or it could be shaken and drunk whole. The Westendorps’ future plans also include ice cream, cheese curd and buttermilk, which they hope to make available at their creamery and other local retailers. The Westendorps say peo­ ple have told them that they prefer MOO-ville milk because it tastes fresher. “We’ve found that the less the milk is stirred up, the bet­ ter it tastes,” she said. At MOO-ville, milk flows directly from the farm at the top of the hill down to the creamery where it is currentSee MILK, page 3 In This Issue • Local FFAers attend national convention • Vermontville village park has a new message board • High school has canned food drive • Hall hopes to go back to state • Nashville man joins ride to cure , diabetes �Just Say y “As Advertised in the Maple p Valley y News” Tuesday, y, November 8,2005 , — Page g 2 Changes in CAA commodities program impacts Barry County 185% below poverty level and senior citizens more than 60 years old who are 130% below poverty level) in Barry County will be able to pick up their commodities from 9 a.m, to 3 p.m. only at Thomapple Valley Church (TVC), 2750 S. M-43 Highway in Hastings on the third Tuesday of each month. The CAA will no longer make deliveries to the tail­ gate distribution sites at Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) in Nashville, St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Delton, First Baptist Church in Hastings, Middleville United Methodist Church, Orangeville Township Hall and Pleasantview Family Church in Lacey. The letter sent to recipi­ ents stated that the change in the program was due in part by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Community Action Agency (CAA) of South Central Michigan has announced changes to its Commodity Supplemental Food Program, which could impact hundreds of recipi­ ents in Barry County. The CAA sent a letter last month to all the recipients of its Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) in Barry, Branch, Calhoun and St. Joseph counties stating that starting in December they will open five new food distribution stores to replace the current tailgate distribution sites in those counties. Starting Tuesday, Dec. 20, those who qualify for the CSFP (pregnant or nursing women, or those with chil­ dren under 6 years of age to rising fuel costs, “CAA understands that a small per­ centage of clients may be inconvenienced by the reduction in delivery sites. However, we must take this adjustment in order to con­ tinue food distributions at their current level. The stores will greatly reduce costs for CAA, and allow us to contin­ ue this program.” Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of MVCCOH, said that the change would create a hardship for many of the commodity recipients in the Nashville area. “It’s over (35) miles for a round trip and many of our people out here can’t drive or don’t have transportation,” she said, noting that there were 97 people at the last com­ modity distribution in Well pay you when your income stops. 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Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 Teresa Allen, the food and Nashville. “If all those peo­ ple could and did drive out to nutritional service team TVC, that would really use a leader at the CAA South Central office in Battle lot of gas.” Bowden said MVCCOH, Creek said that the Battle which coordinates with the Creek warehouse manager CAA for the CSFP to bring has confirmed has confirmed the Fresh Food Initiative to that Pleasantview Family Nashville is looking into Church, which regularly dis­ transportation and delivery tributes 45 units each month, options for the commodity has made arrangements for their volunteers to pick up recipients. Like Bowden, Juliet commodities at the ware­ Bourdo, the lead person for house and distribute them at the food pantry in the church as usual. “We have a couple other Orangeville which is run by St. Francis Episcopal agencies who are asking a lot Church, also said the CAA’s of questions and are talking new plan would have a seri­ to their clients to see what ous impact on the 24 -26 will work best for them but people in her community we don’t have any other con­ who recieve commodities firmations yet,” she added. and is looking for drivers The secretary at St. who would be willing to pick Ambrose said she believed up the commodities and the person who coordinates bring them to the township the church’s food pantry and hall for distribution. commodities distribution “Most of our people out with the CAA was working here cannot drive. All of on an arrangement similar to them ar elederly and some ar Pleasantview’s. esemi-crippled and they A representative from can’t get out when the roads First Baptist Church in are bad and they can’t afford Hastings said the church has to drive all the way up to no plans to continue the dis­ Hastings either,” she said. tribution at their site after “We’ve had some people this month, “We just had an volunteer to pick up the com­ agreement to let them use modities but they don’t have our parking lot for distribu­ pick-up trucks so we’ll need tion on the second Tuesday more than one driver. I’m of the month; we really really hoping we can work weren’t involved in it,” she something out.” said. CAA Associate Representatives or contact Marketing Director Tony people from the other three Garland said that the CAA is sites could not be reached for working with some of the comment by press time. coordinating agencies at Allen also noted that peo­ those sites to accommodate ple could fill out a form that recipients who cannot find would allow another person transportation to the new to pick up their commodities stores. at the new store if they were “Some ofthe agencies that unable to go to the distribu­ coordinate with us have tion site themselves. made arrangements where “Really the store could they will send someone up to work out better for a lot of the store or warehouse to people because it will allow pick up the commodities and people to come in and pick then they will box them up out the food they want from and distribute them at the what is available, rather than sites,” he said. just taking what we give LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service............. 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) .. .6 p.m. REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School..................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service....... Sunday School........ ........ 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship (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 Wednesday Family Night Service ......... .6:45 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. . Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service.. :30 a.m. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66. 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship................ 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer"Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday School Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m" PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................................... 7 p Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ............... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ........... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 . . 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK them like in the past. If they hate green beans, they don’t have to take them, they can substitute something else,” she said. “In Barry County they will also have volun­ teers at the store who can help people, like senior citi­ zens, who have a hard time getting around. They will be given a check list of the items available and they can choose what they want and someone will get it and box it up for them and help them take it to their car if they need the assistance.” The letter sent to clients stated that they will still be required to bring their food card with photo identifica­ tion to the store. After check­ ing in they will be given a list of eligible items to choose from, then they will be able to shop throughout the store and pick out the foods they want. When they are finished, their groceries will be “verified” and assis­ tance will be given to clients who need help carrying them to their vehicle. For more information about changes in the CSFP, call the CAA of South Central Michigan (269) 966­ 2466 or l-(877)-422-2726. SHOWTIMES 11/08-11/10 SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10 & 11 AM MADAGASCAR (PG) o CHICKEN LITTLE (G) 11:40,1:30, ■ 3:20,5:10, 7:00, 9:00 o LEGEND OF ZORRO (PG) 1:00,3:50, 6:50,9:30 OSAW2(R) 1:05, 3:10,5:15, 7:20, 9:25 DOOM (R) 11:10,1:50, 9:45 ELIZABETHTOWN (PG-13) 4:00,7:10 I8 ' with $2 50 purchase I I u rn SSk I. of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn I gTsYoHLmTNSeVer’aT I ___^vwwhastings4.com 1 SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner 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..................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 06572988 �e Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 8,2005 — Page 3 Local FFAers attend national convention by Amber Hamilton, Chapter Reporter Selected FFA members went to Louisville, Ky., for a week to visit the national convention Oct. 25-29. Members who attended were Vice President Lacey Ward, Treasurer Chris Rumsey, Reporter Amber Hamilton, Sentinel Cliff Ward, Historian Salena Woodman, and two other seniors, Norman Porter and Mike Terpening. Attending as chaperones were Aaron Saari, FFA Advisor and Jerry Terpening. Chapter members met at the high school at 5:30 a.m. on the morning of Tuesday, Oct. 25. They took a van to Coldwater, where they then boarded a bus with the Charlotte, Olivet, Centreville and Branch Area Career Center FFA chapters. On the way down, the bus made a few stops. The first stop was at Dow Chemical Plant, where members toured the research greenhouses and laboratories.. The second stop was the Ohio Falls, where members toured a museum and walked the banks of the Ohio River, looking for different fossils. From the Ohio Falls, the and to check into a hotel. They headed to the Patton Museum Wednesday morn­ ing, Oct. 26.. Here, members saw Army trucks, tanks and machinery that were used in several wars. After the bus left the Patton Museum, they headed for the Mammoth Caves, two hours away. The Mammoth Caves had two different trails to go on. One trail was a three-mile, threehour hike and the other, a two-mile, two-and-a-half hour hike. The bus then went back to Louisville for the first ses­ sion of the national conven­ tion. During the first session, there was a guest speaker, Amanda Gore from Australia, who talked about letting go and having fun once in a while. She also told the FFA members to laugh and smile and have a good time. It was estimated that the total number of people who attended the first session was 35,000 FFA members and guests. On Thursday, Oct. 27, the chapter members went to the seconnd session of conven­ tion, along with approxi­ mately 38,000 other FFA members .Afterward, they nar because it ties in with the seatbelt safety program the local chapter is involved with. “We hope to demonstrate to the elementary students how to be safe on a quad,” a local FFA chapter member explained. Members that evening ate dinner on a boat cruise down the Ohio River. The boat was called the “Star of Louisville.” The chapter said the dinner was great and they had a fun time. After the boat cruise, they went back to the hotel and went to bed. On Friday, Oct. 28, the chapter got on the bus and headed to the convention, where all the chapters in Michigan had one big group picture taken. Chapter mem­ bers then walked around the FFA Shopping Mall and the National FFA Career Show, which had more than 2,000 businesses and colleges exhibiting. In the afternoon, chapter members attended a hypnotist show by Dr. Jim Wand. After the show, the chapter ate dinner at the Buckhead Mountain Grill, which was a restaurant over­ looking the Ohio River. The last day of the con­ vention was Saturday, Oct. Wayne Stine, Richard Cobb and Cindy Thornton, General Motors workers from UAW Local 652, pose with the message board they built for the village park in Vermontville. Vermontville village park has a new message board Public notices for the Village of Vermontville now will be posted on the new message board recently installed in the park, as well as at the village office. Three General Motors workers from the UAW local 652 job pool built the mes­ sage board. Richard Cobb, Wayne Stine and Cindy Thornton have been working with the Vermontville Department of Public Works since they were laid off at their at the Lansing GM plant earlier this year. Village Clerk Shirley Harmon said the division postmasters have been com­ ing, “cracking down and the rules and whom weren’t real­ ly happy with (the village) posting messages in the post office. So, we will be posting our notices on the message board and our window here.” Harmon said the village is “contemplating the possibili­ ty” of putting a second mes­ sage board in the walk­ through area, which is being created next to the festival stage downtown. Any group or organization that would like to post a mes­ sage on the board in the park should contact the village office at (517) 726-1429. Attending the national convention of the FFA were Maple Valley representatives Vice President Lacey Ward, Treasurer Chris Rumsey, Reporter Amber Hamilton, Sentinel Cliff Ward, Historian Salena Woodman, and two other seniors, Norman Porter and Mike Terpening. Attending as chaperones were Aaron Saari, FFA Advisor and Jerry Terpening. members were awarded their American Degree. The chap­ ter was ready to head home by 10:30. The bus arrived back at Coldwater at 4:30. The chapter made it the school at 5:30. “The trip overall was a great learning experience,” a local FFAer said. “Chapter members set many goals for the upcoming year and got a variety of ideas from other members from all over the United States.” MILK, continued from page 1 ly being bottled three times a week. Usually milk from a farm is shipped to a process­ ing plant where it is com­ bined with milk from other farms and bottled or made into cheese. Westvale-Vu Dairy Farm has earned recognition and several dairy awards for its low bacteria count. The cows at Westvale-Vu are not treat­ ed with hormones or BST. Growth hormones can be used beef cattle while BST is a natural hormone found in dairy cows. While it has been approved by the FDA, and the Westendorps have said they are neither for or against its use, they have decided not to use it on their farm. “So far this has been a real positive experience,” said Louisa. “I had a guy come in who told me that he drives to Meijer’s to buy his groceries, but he comes here to buy milk because it tastes better. A teacher from Hastings came in and bought a couple extra gallons for family and friends.” In addition to the cream­ ery and Felpausch, MOOville milk is also available at the Trading Post, O’Mara’s For everything in Lake Odessa, Jones’ Convenience Store in Vermontville, and KalamO Grocery. For more information about MOO-ville Creamery, call (517) 838-8017. The Nashville Five Plus musical group. Nashville Five Plus to play Nov. 13 The Nashville Five Plus will perform at the Kalamo United Methodist Church Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Honey Tree contemporary worship service starting at 11 a.m. at the church, 1475 South Ionia Road, Kalamo Township. The group performs many types of music, including gospel. Instruments played by members of the group include the fiddle, banjo, bass, and guitar. They are a local group with members living in Hastings, Nashville and Bellevue. The community is invited to participate in a potluck dinner after the service. Other special events planned at the church include a Christmas program and potluck dinner, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. Music will be provided at the Dec. 18 service by Weaver and Wells. from business cards and ^Diana’s '“PCace The Place to. Gofor Professional Styling brochures call A J-Ad Graphics MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. (269) 945-9554 |06605469 1-517-852-9481 n �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 8,2005 — Page 4 On the shelf at the Vermontville Township Library Neil J. Wilson Mabel; son David Wilson; and daughters, Sheryl (Mark) Remington, Lisa Wilson, and Kathi Marine. Also surviv­ ing, are his grandchildren, Michelle (AJ) Robison, Dan Mazei (Jennifer Hart), Crystal Wilson, Tim Wilson, Emily Wilson, and Rebecca, Kristen, and Nick Marine; sister, Jesse Hubbel, broth­ ers-in-law, Richard Furlong, Russ (Irene) Furlong; sistersin-law, Ingrid Wilson- WOODLAND - Neil J. Wilson of Woodland, passed away on Tuesday, November 1,2005, at Pennock Hospital. He was bom November 4, 1925 to Neil and Mattie (Leavens) Wilson. Neil was employed at Barry County Lumber Company for 40 years before his retirement. On May 14, 1950, Neil married Mabel Furlong. He is survived by his wife, Morgan and Sandi Furlong; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service was held on Saturday at the Koops Funeral Chapel. Burial was in Woodland Memorial Park. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements by Koops Funeral Chapel. Arthur B. Mix LEE’S SUMMIT, MO Arthur B. Mix, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, died October 19, 2005, at the age of 77, after having had Alzheimer’s Disease for the past several years. Art was bom in Nashville, Mich. and raised in Vermontville, a 1946 gradu­ ate of Vermontville High School. A graduate of Taylor University in Upland, Indiana and a seminary grad- uate, he was a retired Methodist • minister, having served churches in Indiana, New Jersey, Hawaii and Kansas. Survivors are his loving wife, Carol of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; sons, Douglas (Lois) Mix of Columbia Station, Ohio, Michael (Jan) Mix currently of Romania, Gregory (Trish) Mix ofTroy, Missouri; daughter, Kathy (David) Dulinski of Chicago, Ill.; and nine grandchildren. One sister, Helen (Clair) Wellman of Vermontville; four brothers, Albert (Ruth) Mix of Grand Ledge, James (Carol) Mix of West Virginia, David (Mary Lou) Mix Mi off Dimondale, Tim (Linda) Shetenhelm, also survive. The family was served by Missouri Funeral Care of Raytown, Missouri. High school has canned food drive The Maple Valley lead­ unteers for the food distri­ ership class is collecting bution program and are canned and non-perish­ well aware and concerned able food items starting about those in need in this Nov. 2. area. This is one of our These items will be sent favorite and widely sup­ to the Maple Valley ported school projects.” Community Center of “We are learning the Hope for distribution value of volunteer work before Thanksgiving. and enjoy helping those in “This is an annual event need,” said Trisha Carney, for this class,” said leader­ a second year leadership ship teacher Norma Jean student Acker.’’Leadership stu­ Anyone wishing to con­ dents work weekly as vol- tribute to the food drive if WE WISH TO THANK All our friends & familes for the many cards, good wishes & gifts for our 80th birthdays. o Also many thanks to our children & their "5 families for the very special party at the Opera House and incredible gift of an Alaskan Cruise. We are so blessed to have so many wonderful people in our lives. 066,80,5 God Bless Louise fi Clia/tCes QWe aOur 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 B (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06605509_______________________________________________ Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager can drop off items in the high school office or send them with students to their first hour classes. Revue plans auditions for next show The Revue, a Vermontville Theater Group is preparing for its next production “Beauty and the Beast.” Auditions will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21, in the Vermontville Opera House at 211 S. Main across from the fire station. The group is looking for 40 to 50 actors and rehearsals will start Monday, Dec. 5. Rehearsals will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. Show dates are Feb. 3-12 Manager Bill Reynolds will not be auditioning any children Nov. 21. He is look­ ing for a boy to do “Chip.” Anyone interested is urged to call Reynolds and set up an appointment by calling (269) 367-4455 or or checking the web at www.angelfire.com/musicals/therevue/TheRevue.html Congratulations to the lucky winners of our Halloween contest: Kourtney White and Madison White. Their guess­ es were the closest to the actual number of 94 creepy crawlers in the jar. The library sponsored an entry in the first ever Trunk or Treat in the Vermontville Village Park. Over 150 bookmarks and candy were passed out to the many visi­ tors to the event. The library will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 24 and 25 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. The library will reopen on Saturday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m. Mark your calendars for Dec. 3, 2005 when Santa is scheduled to make an appearance at the library for his annual visit. Watch for more details soon. New Adult Fiction: Predator by Patricia Cornwell, 50 Harbor Street (Large Print Edition) by Debbie Macomber; First Impressions by Jude Deveraux; book four and book five of the Abram’s daughters series The Prodigal and The Revelation by Beverly Lewis; Case Histories by Kate Atkinson; The Next Mrs. Blackthome by Joan Johnston; The Colorado Kid by Stephen King; The Last Heiress by Bertrice Small; Ride to Glory by T.T. Flynn. Adult Non-Fiction: The Journey Home: Finishing With Joy by Bill Bright. Junior Fiction: One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies by Sonya Sones, Angels in Pink: Raina’s Story by Lurlene McDaniel. Junior Science Fiction/Fantasy: Book one of the Watercourse Trilogy; Whisper of Waves by Philip Anthans; book three of A Knights Story series; Dragon’s Hoard by Paul Stewart; and book one of the Twilight Giants series, The Orge’s Pact by Troy Denning. New DVD’s: Batman Begins (PG-13); Fem Gully: Photo contest deadline set for Nov. 18 The Thomapple Grand Conservation District is sponsoring a photo contest for amateur photographers and the deadline is Fri. Nov. 18. The contest is open to peo­ ple who do not take pictures for profit. Contestants can enter photos in three different categories, including trees and plants, wildlife, or land­ scapes. Examples of photos for the categories are trees and plants, anything from a field of wildflowers to a tree; wildlife, deer running through the woods or a bird nest in an urban neighbor­ hood; landscapes, sunsets, city parks or other impressive views are appropriate for this category. Contestants may submit one photo per category, how­ ever only one prize will be awarded per person. The photos must be taken in Eaton County. Anyone who likes to take pictures and would like to frontpage 1 enter a photo may call or stop by the district office at 551 payment of $189,066.81 to Courthouse Drive, Suite 3, or C.D. Hughes Construction 517-543-5848, extension 25, for the work being down on for an entry form the downtown streetscape The district will award project. prizes in each category and During his report to the council, O’Dell stated that the overall winning photo the work was progressing will be featured on the cover smoothly and a little ahead of ofthe annual report. schedule and should be com­ pleted by the end of the month as projected. Later during the meeting, Villanueva commented on how courteous the construction workers have been, stating that some of them have even stopped what they were doing to help her across the street which she was having trouble navigating due to the construction. Trustee Garry Patrick, who works for C.D. Hughes Construction, said that the construction workers were equally impressed with the courtesy they have been receiving from the business owners during the project. He noted that several businesses have provided them food and beverages and a couple have said that they would like to treat the entire crew to a meal before the project is over. “We’ve even had some guys say they were interested in moving to Vermontville because of the sense of com­ munity we have here,” he said. WATER, continued Call for Classifieds 945-9554 The Last Rainforest (G) (2 Disk Edition); Something Wicked This Way Comes (PG), Noel (PG), Herbie: Fully Loaded (G) and House of Wax (R). Commission MWU COUfi'U on Aging Schedule SA7 of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Nov. 9 Tuna salad, pea and cheese salad, applesauce, pita bread. Thursday, Nov. 10 Turkey w/Swiss, marinated vegetables, plums, whole wheat bread. Friday, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day. Monday, Nov. 14 Meatloaf sandwich, baked beans, apricots, white bread. Tuesday, Nov. 15 Wing dings, coleslaw, pineapple, dinner roll. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Nov. 9 Beef stew, broccoli, bis­ cuit, apricots. Thursday, Nov. 10 Sausage, country potatoes, peaches, french toast sticks, apple juice. Friday, Nov. 11 Veteran’s Day. Monday, Nov. 14 Chicken fricassee, parsley noodles, Brussels sprouts, diced beets, applesauce. Tuesday, Nov. 15 Spaghetti w/sauce, meat­ balls, asparagus, carrots, fresh oranges. Events Wednesday, Nov. 9 Hastings - Nails; Euchre 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton Legal Aid 10:30 a.m.-noon. Thursday, Nov. 10 Hastings - Line Dancing 10 a.m.; Morehouse Kids; Mooville Trip; Cancer Support 7 p.m. Nashville TV Time. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Nov. 11 - COA Closed. Veteran’s Day Observance. Monday, Nov. 14 Hastings - Card Making 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Crafts 10:30 a.m. Nashville 5; Kinship Care Support 7 p.m.; Harvest Dance 1 p.m. Delton - Nashville 5. H, W, N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Nov. 15 - Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Glaucoma Speaker 10:45 a.m.; Alzheimer Support 1 p.m.’ Alzheimer Series Week 3 7-9 p.m.; Grief Support 7 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 8,2005 — Page 5 From Volunteering is a way to do the Lord’s work Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Driver may pay for recklessness To the editor: To the person who likes to drive through people’s yards in the early hours so no one sees them, wrong! On Saturday morning, Oct. 29, at 4:42 a.m., this vehicle came from the east, drove through the ditch, on the lawn and out the driveway. I know this vehicle and I’m waiting for an explanation and apology by Nov. 14 or we will be pressing charges. Cleo L. Brown, Nashville Lower wages equal lower buying power To the editor: A recent article in the Grand Rapids Press reported on what the United Auto Workers’ union is being offered by Delphi. Now if you’re a recent high school graduate, making $9 an hour is great, but ifyou have been working for 20 or 25 years, $10.50 an hour doesn’t cut it. Maybe management is drunk or high, but people 7 1 1st Cw,t ILL 11 i ® k jKs- fair «n.b failM^Wa S^ptrtljpiDth biLaMHiiffi jjgt Itoit. fc L jjn ta'lithiN 7 it Jkste fc *1 Ht Iff (® tlllHHH-WI aiytlie hr Maple Valley News Utlha-ais! ■- il'fe to Why MOO-ville Milk? Fresh, farm goodness with quality milk, produced locally. facta 'ins fityliiill-® Bffil (H (feM with $25 to $35 an hour jobs are keeping the American economy going. They’re the ones who buy the new cars, boats, hous­ es, etc. They take trips, spend money and send their kids to college. But at $9 or $10.50 an hour, it’ll be a second hand car, rental apartment and Charlton Park for a vaca­ tion, at best. The people in Mexico building refrigerators are making enough money to buy one. But I have to fig­ ure that the prices of cars, refrigerators, homes, etc. will be dropping as soon as the business owners, CEOs atid while collar workers take their 60 per­ cent cut. I hope nobody is holding their breath wait­ ing for that to happen. Semper Fi, Steve Toman, Nashville Quotes from customers “It doesn't taste like other milk." "Mom, don't buy any other milk." or "Why is this so much better?1' •' Local milk now available at: Hastings Felpausch, Zuccas in Battle Creek. Thornapple Lake Trading Post, Mace Pharmacy & Other local convenience stores Also if you purchase MOO-ville Milk at MOO-ville, frequent buyer cards available. Buy 9 gallon get the 10th one FREE. C lo s e d S u n d a y s M Fo rni ..-- ST ah tu . r 1s 0. -11 00 -; 8; 2 miles south of Nashville on the comer of M-79 & M-66 517-852-9003 269-838-8017 269-838-7001 Doug & Louisa Westendorop Plan a party Hot Cocoa Shake Now accepting new patients Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Blue PPO, Medicare, Medicaid and PPOM provider To the editor: Jesus was the first vol­ unteer the Christian faith has ever known. Think about it. Nobody offered to give Him a stipend (partial payment) or to pay His relocation expenses. No one provided Him with the tools or materials He would need. There was no workforce eagerly awaiting Him when He prepared to start His ministry. He had to gather up that Himself. No one offered Him permanent paid housing or unlimited grocery vouch­ ers. Even His tomb was only loaned to Him on a tempo­ rary basis, but then, He didn't need that for long. Jesus' ministry was characterized by action — healing the sick, feeding the hungry, raising the dead, teaching the com­ mon people, preaching to the kingdom. He was such a phenomenon in the life of each community He entered that word of His approach spread ahead of His arrival, and crowds met Him in the streets. He ate with publicans and sin­ ners, and freely and com­ fortably conversed with street women, lepers, and the demon-possessed-the homeless of our time. He requested no money for His services. They were priceless to everyone He touched. He instructed His disciples not to pack along anything but the absolute necessities for existence. They were to focus on their purpose — their ministry — instead. Leadership class holding annual Poinsettia sale Thee Maple ape Valley aey leadea ership class is selling Poinsettias from Nov. 2­ 22. The price is $8. Orders can be placed with any leadership student or at parent-teacher conferences. Any business or organizations that would like to place an order are encouraged to do so. For more information, please contact Norma Jean Acker, Erika Hummell or Kristen Van Zandt (517)852-9275, extension 40. Proceeds from this sale will help fund Maple Valley leadership class activities. Leadership sponsors and pays for many school related activ­ ities including cost incurred from both home­ comings and supports sev­ eral community service projects and charities throughout the year. Jesus did not give out His. business cards with the Volunteering isn't home address of his min­ always about the quality istry headquarters so peo­ of the people being ple could write and thank helped. It is about the Him properly or make a quality of the person donation. There was no doing the helping. office, no summer home, Feel dead inside? no bank account other Volunteer. Depressed, than the few coins that useless, listless, unmoti­ clinked together in Judas' vated? Volunteer. purse. Don't know where to Jesus had no sound sys­ start? Look in the paper. tem, no correspondence Walk the streets in your secretary, no offers from community. Ask your pas­ publishers for an exclu­ tor, your mayor, your sive on His life story. county commissioner, And, His entire entourage, your school principal, the disciples and the your librarian. Ask God to women who traveled with show you. them and ministered to Henry Blackaby, in his them, moved about on book “Experiencing foot. There was no per­ God,” made this sugges­ sonal jet, no customized tion — look around to see bus with mural, no van, no where God appears to be limousine. Even the don­ causing something to hap­ key that Jesus rode into pen, and then join to your­ Jerusalem was borrowed. self to that effort. From an earthly finan­ This holiday season, cial standpoint, Jesus was instead of buying another more needy than most of Christmas gift for the those to whom He minis­ many people in your life tered. who have need ofnothing, Be like Jesus. Be a vol­ make a donation to a wor­ unteer. Donate your time, thy cause in that person's your materials, your tools, name. Then give them a your talents. Even now, card or note explaining when the excuses rise what you did. Don't worry within you, see them for if they don't seem to what they are. • "I don't have enough time as it is." Then what will giving away a few hours hurt? • "I don't have anything to offer." Could you sit at a desk with a sign-in sheet in front of you and hand people a pen? • " I'm afraid my efforts won't be appreciated." Don't worry. For the most part, they won't. Not at the level you think they should be, anyway. I refer you to the life of Christ as recorded in the Gospels for documented proof of that. • "I'm not sure those people really deserve my help." Well, not any more than any of us deserved Dr. BRAD MASSE GENTLE FAMILY DENTISTRY Building A Gorgeous Smile With A Gentle Touch For The Entire Family • Your Comfort Is Our #1 Concern -Virtual Reality Movie Visors With Stereo Headphones • Complete Dental Care Including The Latest Cosmetic Treatments Such As -“Extreme Makeover" I Hour Bleaching -Tooth Colored Fillings • State-Of-The-Art Facility • Highest Quality Treatment <S The Most Comfortable Anesthetic You’ve Ever Experienced • Same Day Emergency Care • Insurance Billed For You • New Patients Always Welcome • Financing Available '*^F**| MKL2 • Evening Hours Offered 517.852.9150 730 South M-66 • Nashville, Ml 49073 appreciate the thought. Chances are they wouldn't have appreciated another gift they didn't need either. Which does the most good? More specific sugges­ tions? Try hospital auxil­ iaries; jail ministries; organizations to help trou­ bled teens like alternative education programs, boot camps and Barnabas Ministries; literacy pro­ grams; libraries; the Gideons; Lifeline or COA for seniors; Habitat for Humanity; Alpha Women's Center; Love Inc.; food banks. Share your faith by sharing your time and resources. Give free lessons in something to someone who can't afford them. Meet people you never would have met otherwise. I leave you with this thought: “Evil walks on every side when good men stand by and do nothing.”Don't be overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good. Take the step. Prepare to be changed. Volunteer. Ginger Drake, Nashville �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday. November 8, 2005 — Page 6 American Lung Association of Michigan urges people with Asthma in Michigan to receive flu shot this season The American Lung Association of Michigan (ALAM) is issuing an urgent public health mes­ sage to people in Michigan who suffer from asthma and other underly­ ing medical conditions, including chronic obstruc­ tive pulmonary disease (COPD), encouraging them to get an influenza vaccination this season. People with asthma rep­ resent the single-largest, high-risk group of indi- viduals having underlying medical conditions who are strongly recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to receive an influenza vac­ cination each year. Despite these longstand­ ing recommendations, vaccination rates for peo­ ple with asthma and other underlying medical condi­ tions are dismal. The American Lung Association of Michigan For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 C7\ 7\ I|■lw /■l l flAfltlfP t mI bffmtt IIff fAl II II fftt YI Iwllftl mbm I also strongly supports influenza immunization for people with asthma and believes it would be more detrimental ifpeople with asthma avoided being vaccinated for influenza. • Influenza infections may exacerbate asthma attacks, resulting in the constriction of airways and persistent decline in lung function. • Studies done by the American Lung Association of Michigan show that influenza vac­ cine is safe for people with asthma and does not cause asthma exacerba­ tions. Annual influenza vaccination offers protec­ tion against influenzarelated complications. • More than six million infants and children with asthma should receive an annual flu shot, yet nearly 90 percent do not receive one.- If every child were vaccinated against influenza, nearly 100,000 hospitalizations would be prevented each year. • Of the 13.6 million adults who suffer from asthma, only 29 percent of those ages 18-49 with Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also so Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Listi Service gS Real Estate MLS, 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE .*skh HIYIS asthma received a flu vac­ cine in 2003 (40 percent total). • In Michigan, 233,600 children and 701,300 adults have asthma. In an effort to improve influenza immunization rates among people with asthma, the American Lung Association has launched an awareness initiative, supported by sanofi pasteur, which includes national media efforts to reach con­ sumers, and development of educational materials for health care providers to educate people with Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................. Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR................................................................. Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI................................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 Hillary Grant, Realtor................................................................................ Cell 269-838-0796 PRICE REDUCED ON THIS "TURN OF THE CENTURY" BRICK HOME IN NASHVILLE 2 UNIT OR SINGLE FAMILY Presently "set Up" as a 2 unit with separate meters, driveways, fir entries, total of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, natural woodwork throughout Two blocks to stores fir M-66. Occupancy at close. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer. (N-lll) "FARMSTEAD" ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD 'FAMILY HOME' IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 1 acre lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (H-101) Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land has announced that all branch offices and the Office of the Great Seal will be closed in observance of the Veterans Day and Thanksgiving holidays. The offices will be closed: • Friday, November 11 for Veterans Day. • Thursday, November 24, Friday, November 25 UMW planning craft, bake sales in Vermontville The Vermontville United Methodist Women will have their annual craft and bake sale for two days this year, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18 and 19. The hours will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. The sale will be held at the church, 108 N. Main St. in Vermontville. Several otrher crafters also plan to have tables. Proceeds will be used for missions programs. 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, many new improvements, all appli­ ances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 fit cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs fit perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-117) HASTINGS ON SOUTH JEFFERSON Living room, family room, formal dining room with lighted glass china cabinet, large kitchen, 2 stone fireplaces, lots of built ins in bedrooms, central air, large 48x64 pole bam. Price includes the established gardening fit nursery business fit snow removal equipment MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Call for more letails. (CH-118) 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERNON■ VILDE On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Call Homer. (VL-1 14) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. <VL-9ai g, p instructions can be found with the renewal notice. License plate tabs will arrive by mail within seven business days. Branch offices are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Wednesdays the majority of offices are open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with those in city centers open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Smaller branch offices may close during the lunch hour. PLUS offices and SUPER’Centers are open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, with SUPER ICenters also pro­ viding Saturday hours from 9 a.m. to noon. ^^Transportation Solutioi Buy Here...Pay Here! ★ SUPERIOR AUTO* Call Shawn Ricketts at 269-945-5700 Dr. Ameter will be providing patient care on Mondays and Fridays, and he’s now accepting VACANT PARCELS: . and Saturday, November 26 for Thanksgiving. Secretary of State SUPER’Centers normally offer Saturday hours but will close on November 26. The Secretary of State’s Office mails notices to motorists 45 days before their driver’s license or license plates expire to give them ample time to renew. Licenses and plates that expire on a day when state offices are closed, such as a holiday or weekend, can be renewed the following day without penalty. Motorists can “skip the trip” to the branch office by renewing license plates by mail, or if eligible, by Internet or touch-tone telephone. Easy to follow We are pleased to announce that Russell Ameter, M.D., Family Practitioner, is joining Dr. Joslin at Nashville Family Medicine! 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on corner lot. Large yard, many new improve­ ments!! Call Hillary. Move In at close. (H-116) NEW LISTINGS! SPACIOUS IO ROOM HOME WITH 5 BED­ ROOMS fit 3 FULL BATHS "IN THE COUNTRY" SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON M-66 ON 4.6 ACRES WITH POND STOCKED WITH FISH • Dr. Norman Edelman, chief medical officer of the American Lung Association can speak about the necessity for asthmatics and others with compromised lung condi­ tions to receive a flu shot. • Amy Krug, director of programs and advocacy for the American Lung Association of Michigan can discuss ALAM’s Flu Clinic Locator and the benefits of compiling flu clinic information and locations in one conven­ ient place. Secretary of State offices to close for upcoming holidays Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES asthma and other highrisk groups about influen­ za immunization. The American Lung Association has devel­ oped a Flu Clinic Locator to help people quickly locate convenient a influenza vaccine clinic. By visiting www.flulocator.org and simply typing in their five-digit zip code, site visitors can receive a list of clinics in Michigan offering the flu vaccine. Participating agencies include Meijer, Walgreen, Costco and the Visiting Nurses Association of Southeast Michigan. g , new patients. y , 5.6 ACRES - SE OF HASTINGS! 2 lots, both perked, driveway permits and sur­ veyed. "In the country*. Great view, close to public hunting «r fishing. Lots off birds 8c wildlife. Some restrictions. Call Rick. (VL-99) BUILOINQ LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water ar sewer available. Call Homer. <vl-iosi YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. Call (517) 852-2133 for an appointment. Most Insurances Accepted! 750 Durkee St. Nashville, MI 49070 P»ennock w HEALTH SERVICES 06618089 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 8,2005 — Page 7 WAR, continued from page 1 Kelsey West, Brandi Waldron and Sara Pasch volunteered at the Thornapple Arts Council auction Saturday evening, Nov. 5. YAC members assist community projects by Patricia Johns Staff Writer Maple Valley Youth Advisory Council members worked as volunteers during the Thornapple Arts Council’s annual auction Saturday evening. Brandi Waldron, Sara Pasch and Kelsey West were runners who helped show off the art up for bid. YAC members are part of the Barry Community Foundation and they say they take “community” seriously. YAC members use their energy and intelligence in a variety of activities. This Saturday the 45 members of YAC can be found up on scaffolding out­ side of Second Hand Comers in downtown Hastings from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a roof­ sit raising funds for Habitat CALENDAR OF EVENTS 5 lib Ats । a le Sffl!(itn»to|n M!3 !ttt!|ll| tt, tea 'ci Itaiffiji itfc Wlli)'}ll spas Wriij. <i 35 ffltaii'? C4t nil! iffldn k« iih Who® Nov. 8 for Humanity to help fund the next Barry County Habitat project. Waldron, Pasch and West, along with other YAC mem­ bers, also will select grant recipients during a meeting held at the roofsit. Reviewing the grant appli­ cations for community proj­ ects is one ofthe most impor­ tant tasks of YAC members. It often gives them an insight into community needs of which they were not aware. Anyone interested in learning more about YAC can call Jennifer Richards at 945-0526. Shooting Sports Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., Barry County Conservation Club. Nov. 9 Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nov. 9 Dairy Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nov. 10 4-H Open House, 6-8 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Nov. 11 County Holiday, Office Closed. Nov. 12 Horse Judging Clinic, 10 a.m., Curtis Farm. Nov. 14 Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First Maple Valley Elementary Menu United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nov. 15 Poultry Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First Wednesday, Nov. 9 United Methodist Church in Hastings. 1/2 day of school. No lunch Nov. 16 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Nov. 16 Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple served. Thursday, Nov. 10 Kellogg High School Cafeteria. 1/2 day of school. No lunch Nov. 16 Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United served. Methodist Church in Hastings. Friday, Nov. 11 Nov. 17 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo No School. Center. Monday, Nov. 14 Nov. 24-25 Thanksgiving Holiday, Office Closed. Bagel Boat, peaches, push­ Nov. 25 “Rate of Gain” contest - Beef weighed-in, 10 up, 1/2 pt. milk. a.m.-noon, fairgrounds. Tuesday,.Nov. 15 Rabbit Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First Nov. 28 Mini Com Dog, whole ker­ United Methodist Church in Hastings. nel com, applesauce, crack­ ers, 1/2 pt. milk. second tour ofduty. He is the son ofCarla France and Gary Burpee. “He came back in April after eight months in Iraq and will be going back after the first of the year some­ time,” said his mother. A 2003 graduate of Maple Valley, Nicholas, played golf in high school. The sand traps seem to have gotten a lot larger since. “He is a scout and is in light armor reconaissance,” she said. Like all mothers she deals every day with the combina­ tion of pride and fear. “No one in our family has ever been in the military that I know if, so this was all new to me,” Carla said. “I am proud of his decision to serve, but I was scared every day he was over there and I know it will start all over again when he goes back. “Every time the phone rang, I jumped.” Carla said that when her son came home the first time, she could see a change in him. “He had matured so much,” she said. “He wanted to see all his old friends, but it quickly became clear that he had moved on. He was anxious to get back to his unit.” unit. France said there is a bond that forms between members of a military unit and it becomes like a second fami­ ly“He feels he should be with them when they go back. “As a mother, all I can do is wait and pray.” Two years ago, Christopher Wiers was like a lot of other high school sen­ iors, thinking about girls, sports, friends. He wasn’t thinking what it was going to be like sitting in a humvee with four other Marines one second and fighting for his life the next. He wasn’t thinking about waking up in a hospital with full sight in only one eye. He wasn’t thinking about the fact that two of his comrades who were alive and alert a second ago, were now dead and the other two as critically wounded as Chris, one with both legs crushed. When asked to describe what happened, Linda can’t find the words and defers to her husband, Rick. “He was assigned as secu­ rity for a convoy,” Wiers said. “It was the first time in a week that the road had been used and his first sargeant told the platoon commander that it was ‘suicide’ to travel the road before the mine sweepers had gone over it. The platoon commander ordered them forward. “They were the second Humvee in the line,” Wiers said. “Later they said that the mine they hit was actually five bombs combined. There were two 155mm rounds, two 130mm rounds and a 131mm rocket. “Chris was sitting in the back seat. Everything in front of where his feet were was completely obliterated. He was thrown 30 to 40 feet in the air.” Wiers suffered wounds to his entire body and took schrapnel directly into his eye. “He has only partial vision in his left eye,” Linda said, “but it is returning slowly.” She provided the Reminder of a picture of his son’s injuries, but it was too graphic to be included in the article. Linda said that when the phone call came, a mother’s worst fears were realized. “My faith got me through it,” she said. “My prayers and the prayers ofour friends helped me. “Chris said that if it wasn’t for the prayers of all our friends, he wouldn’t have pulled made it. “His own personal faith has grown because of what he has been through,” she said. The Wiers said they are now waiting for Chris to come home. “We don’t know when or even if he is coming home,” Linda said. “He keeps being sent back and forth between the hospital and the base. I e­ mailed his commanding offi­ cer and he is helping us. He agrees that Christopher should be home. “We hope he will be home some time next week, but we haven’t heard from him in the last 24 hours, so every­ thing may have changed.” But just as a soldier’s fate is to.fight on, a mother’s fate is to wait and pray. “We are doing a lot of praying, but if they decide not to send him home, I will be OK with it because I know that it will be God’s Will.” SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Nov. 9 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Thursday, Nov. 10 1/2 day of school. No lunch served. Friday, Nov. 11 No School. Monday, Nov. 14 Choose One Chicken Parmesan w/pasta, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sand­ wich, salad bar. 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M-66 (M-66 North of Nashville) • Nashville Overlooking the beautiful Mulberry Fore GolfCourse 5,7852-0106 3:3 Open Monday - Friday to 9:30 pm �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 8,2005 — Page 8 Lakewood boys and TK girls win Barry Co. titles their second or third best Roberts and Marissa Ingle Thomapple Kellogg was times of the season, despite ran in the Division 3 races third in the boys’ race with Saturday morning at MIS. the tough course. 64 points, Delton Kellogg The Lakewood boys Hall ran a determined fourth with 103, and Maple defended their Barry race Monday afternoon to Valley fifth with 109. TK County title, edging out win the boys race with his had two all-county runners Hastings by three points. arms spread wide as he and Delton and Maple Thomapple Kellogg domi­ crossed the finish line in Valley one each. nated the girls’ race, with 17:24. After Keith Winchester Thomapple Kellogg’s for TK, Ethan Fuller was five runners in the top ten, led by junior state qualifier Keith Winchester was sec­ seventh in 17:57, David Rebecca Winchester who ond in the boys’ race with a Ordway 14th in 19:10, won the race with a time of time of 17:24, followed by John Betit 20th in 19:42, Lakewood’s top two run­ and Casey Barrett 21st in 20 minutes 4 seconds. Winchester is one of ners Jesse Schrock (third in 19:45.. and Michael only four state qualifiers 17: 36) Roberts and Hall were from Barry County this Forman (fourth in 17:36). well in front for their fall, and the only one in Roberts came across the teams. For Delton Kellogg, Division 2. She ran in the finish line fifth in 17:45. Cory Cook was 17th in The top 14 runners in 19:30, Colten Porter 25th state finals this Saturday afternoon at Michigan each race earned all-Barry in 20:14, Morgan International Speedway County honors, with the Hennessey 26th in 20:15, (MIS) in Brooklyn. Maple top seven first team all­ and Michael DeWaters Valley’s Mike Hall and county and the second 30th in 20:42. For Maple Delton Kellogg’s Dan seven being named second Valley, Zeke Wieland was team all-county. 19th in 19:32, Kaleb Root Lakewood finished first 28th in 20:29, Jed Wieland in the boys’ race with 44 29th in 20:38, and R.J. points and Hastings was Raines 35th in 21:03. second with 47, even Lakewood’s boys though Hastings top five all weren’t the only ones to finished in the top 14. defend their title. Rebecca Behind Schrock and Winchester cruised in Forman for Lakewood, ahead of the Vikings’ Dana Jason Sterkenburg was Nichols for the second con­ tenth in 18:36, Billy Quint secutive year. 12th in 18:56, and Tim Nichols led the Maple Valley’s Jed Wieland leads a pack of runners DeJong 15th in 19:19. Lakewood girls with her which includes Thomapple Kellogg’s Ryan Hastings was paced by second place time of 21:20, Alex Kimble who was sixth just ahead of teammate VanKuilenburg (left) and Delton’s Morgan Hennessey in 17:49. Right behind him Jessika Blackport in 21:23. (right) during the early stages of the Barry County were teammates Ryan TK’s top five girls all Invitational Monday afternoon at Charlton Park. (Photo Bosma who was eighth in earned all-county honors as by Brett Bremer) 18: 11, Jesse Ellwood ninth the Trojans finished with Hastings 106, and Maple Hastings’ Tiffany in 18:13, A.J. Singleterry just 29 team points. Valley DNF. Edwards and Alyssa Case 11th in 18:44, and Dane Lakewood was second with Chaney Robinson was followed the Viking pack Schils 13th in 18:57. 37, followed by Delton 68, finished fifth for TK in across the finish line. 21: 42 as a sea of orange Edwards was 16th in 22:47 headed towards the finish and Case 17th in 22:49. line. Emma Ordway was Other scoring Saxons were sixth in 21:52, and Melanie Molly Smith who was 23rd Truer seventh in 21:53. in 23:38, Kayleigh Kersta Gustafson finished DelCotto 25th in 24:19, tenth for the Trojans in and Becky Davis 31st in 22: 23. 25:42. Behind Nichols and Delton Kellogg had Ingle Blackport for Lakewood, and Heather Millard lead Ashley Pifer was ninth in the way to a third place fin­ 22:17, Britnee Barta 11th ish. Ingle was fourth in in 22:29, and Brittany 21: 36 and Millard eighth in Raffler 12th in 22:30. 22: 05. Behind them for the Maple Valley’s Erin Shoemaker (left) and Dhanielle Although they didn’t count Panthers, Lauren Tobias cruise along together during the first mile of the in the team score, Knollenberg was 19th in Barry County Invitational Monday afternoon. (Photo by Lakewood proved to have 23: 20, Shawn Schut 21st in Brett Bremer) the deepest pack of runners 23:26, and Amanda Strick with runners finishing in all 22nd in 23:26. five spots from 11th to For Maple Valley, Erin 15th. Ashley Yager was Shoemaker was 18th in 13th in 22:33, Sadie Catt 23:17 and Dhanielle Tobias 14th in 22:38, and Natalie 24th in 23:49. Blackmer 15th in 22:44. by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Much of the talk among the runners prior to the gun at the 2005 Barry County Invitational at Charlton Park Monday afternoon was about how tough the hills would be. By the time the race was run, night fell, and awards were being handed out that had all subsided. There weren’t many complaints after the race had actually been run. The only complaint Lakewood coach Jim Hassett had was that his boys didn’t run the way they did Monday at their Division 2 regional race at Grand Valley State University last Saturday. Many of his runners had Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varisty Girls’ Basketball Alisha Felmlee scored a sea­ son high 13 points to lead the Lions in their one-point loss against Bellevue Thursday night. A junior, Felmlee has season highs this year of five assists, four rebounds, and three steals. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. Main St. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Nashville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 517-852-2005 MAKING YOUR FUTURE MORE PREDICTABLE FARM BUREAU INSURANCE MT* 06617912 ARM BUREAU MUTUAL • FARM BUREAU LIFE • FARM BUREAU GENERAL Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank I | Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair B I Richard Cobb • David Cobb Maple Valley’s Zeke Wieland nears the finish line at Monday’s Barry County Invitational. Wieland finished 19th overall in 19 minutes 32 seconds. (Photo by Brett Bremer) 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich- Lic'#23-1748 ------------------- 06605544 �The Maple p Valley y News,, Nashville,, Tuesday, y, November 8,2005 , — Page g 9 Hall hopes to head back to state in senior season by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley junior Mike Hall is taking the usual path many of the state’s top cross country runners take. The first stage of Hall’s experience at the state cross country finals came last year when he made the trip to Brooklyn to cheer on senior teammate Akok Malek. Hall went through the second stage this season, actually competing in the event for the first time and feeling his way through it. He finished 85th overall in the Division 3 boys’ race with a time of 17 minutes 4.80 seconds. “I was up in the top ten for a while when it first started and then once we got going across the track everybody was going zoom, zoom, zoom right past you,” said Hall. Still, 85th wasn’t a a bad finish for a first time runner who had to run through some adversity at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. Hall lost his Raisin Bran a few strides past the onemile mark, but it just slowed him down tem­ porarily. After that, Hall said he felt good. “That’s tough competi­ tion out there today,” said Lion head coach Robb Rosin. “There were some good times.” Ovid-Elsie sophomore Maverick Darling won the Division 3 boys’ race in 15:49.90 seconds. He was followed across the finish line by Williamston soph­ omore Matthew Lutzke (15:50.50). Lutzke’s Hornets won the Division 3 boys race with 78 points, just five ahead of second place Grand Rapids West Catholic. Williamston had three runners in the top 30, sophomore Daniel Nix was 13th in 16:11.25 and senior Christopher Pankow 17th in 16:16.60. The top eight boys in the Division 3 race all fin­ ished the 3.1-mile course in under 16 minutes. The top 30 runners in each race Saturday earned all­ state honors. Now that Hall has passed the first two stages, he can go for the third pushing for a state medal. “I’m coming back next year,” said Hall, “guaran­ teed.” “Now he’s got the expe­ rience,” said Rosin. “He knows what it’s like. He knows how to prepare, maybe a little differently next time or maybe the same?” The Division 2 races turned out to be the most Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LLC Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or skidder r 06605704 Caledonia Farmervs El-eva-to-r 3-rd-An-nu-al i IMM Sate aid Mi|i Book Your 501b. Bird Seed Needs ThrU March 31,2006! At The Same Low Price! Bring This Ad In And Get The First p , /K K. . ' I 50lb. Bag of Sunflower for $9.99!!! Maple Valley junior Mike Hall gets a lift from classmates David Benedict (from left), Kaleb Root, Erin Shoemaker, Dhani Tobias, and head coach Robb Rosin (back) after the his race Saturday at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. Hall finished 85th out of 243 runners in the Division 3 boys’ race at the state finals. (Photo by Brett Bremer) exciting of the day. Bloomfield Hills Lahser sophomore Erin LaFave went diving across the fin­ ish line to try and get in front of Monroe Jefferson junior Bekah Smeltzer in the girls’ race, but Smeltzer prevailed in the closest race anyone in the stadium could remember. Smeltzer’s time of 17:43.95 was five hun­ dredths of a second better than LaFave’s, 17:44.00. The top four boys’ times across all four divi­ sions went to runners in the highly anticipated Division 2 race. Dexter won its fourth consecutive boys’ title with junior Dan Jackson leading the way in 15:30.40. The Dreadnaughts finished with just 95 points. Bloomfield Hills Lahser was second with 130 and Flint Powers Catholic third with 180. Cedar Springs’ senior Landon Peacock nearly led from wire-to-wire, fin­ ishing first in 15:09.50. Corunna senior Patrick Grosskopf was second in 15:18.55, and Petoskey senior Van Tate third in 15:24.80. The next best boys’ time of the day came in the Division 1 race where Kalamazoo Central’s Ryan Grau crossed the finish line in 15:34.25. Saline’s Eileen Creutz had the best girls’ time of the day. She won the Division 1 race in 17:41.0. The Clarkston girls and Pinckney boys won 1 Division championships. Other titles went to the Goodrich girls in Division 3, Grand Rapids Christian girls in Division 2, and to the St. Louis boys and Big Rapids Crossroads Academy girls in Division 4. Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent Are You Paying Too Much for yourAuto Insurance? Let us give you a FREE quote Today! High risk insurance available. Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 Fax (517) 852-9132 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net Gn ready for ENERGY CRRE CELLULOSE INSULATION BLOWERS AVAILABLE ^JilhWOOl COMPANY, INC. 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Berkimer’s special silent partner was Alexia Lutterbeck, a fourth-grade student at Delton-Kellogg Elementary School, who was diagnosed with juve­ nile diabetes when she was 6 years old. “A lot of people do these rides because they have diabetes or they have a friend or family member, or they know someone who has the disease and that person is their silent part­ ner,” he explained. “I asked to paired up with a silent partner and (JDRF) told me about Alexia, who is a youth ambassador for the foundation. “I kept Alexia’s pictured clipped to the back of my seat along with a picture of my son, Nathaniel. We are fortunate he has not inher­ ited this disease. They say diabetes can run in fami­ lies, but fortunately I am the only person in my fam­ ily with this disease,” said Berkimer. “My son and my wife were very support­ ive.” Berkimer added that he also received a lot of sup­ port from Flexfab in Hastings, where he works in the warehouse. “Flex Fab and its employees were more than generous in assisting me,” he said. “Connie Hobert, one of my co-workers at Flexfab, also has diabetes and she was another silent partner. Berkimer said he is already looking forward to doing the ride again next year. “I’m stronger now and I’ve learned what to do and what not to do and I want to complete all 105 miles,” he said. “But I also want to continue to raise money for diabetes research and to try to increase awareness about this disease, which affects nearly 20,000 in the United States. I want to let people know that help is out there, that is just as important.” For more information about juvenile diabetes or Ride to Cure Diabetes log onto www.jdrf.org/westmichigan or call (616) 957­ 1839. Lions miss 18 free throws in one-point loss to Broncos Maple Valley’s Lions came out and stuck it to the Bellevue Broncos in the third quarter of Thursday night’s non-conference contest, but couldn’t stick their free throws in a 58-57 loss. After trailing by three points at the half, Maple outscored Valley the Brohcos 27-15 in the third quarter to pull ahead 50-44 heading into the final eight minutes. • Free throws that wouldn’t fall killed the Lions’ chances of picking up their third vic­ tory of the season. Maple Valley was 13-of-31 from the foul line. Mindy Newton did all right from the stripe. She hit 6-of-8 attempt s and finished with ten points. She was one of four Lions in double fig­ ures. Alisha Felmlee led the way for the Lions with 13 points. Ashley Gonser added 12 and Kristen VanZandt ten for Maple Valley. The Lions also fell in a SMAA South contest at Brooklyn Columbia Central last Tuesday, 64-43. Maple Valley is now 2-16 heading into the final two games of the regular season, both at home, tonight against Hillsdale and Thursday with Leslie. Both are winnable games for the Lions as they head towards next week’s Class C district tournament at Olivet. Maple Valley defeated Leslie in a tight ball game the first time the two teams met, and fell by just six points at Hillsdale. The Lions are hoping that Thursday’s meeting with the Blackhawks won’t be the last of the season. Maple Valley takes on Springport in the first round of the district tournament next at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at Olivet. The winner of that game will face Leslie in the semifinals Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. In the third game of the season the Springport Spartans took a nine-point win over the Lions. The district championship game will be played Friday night at Olivet. I.D. Theft Telemarketing schemes return Despite the federal do-notcall laws, dishonest telemar­ keters continue to create scams to trick you into giv­ ing them your valuable per­ sonal information. Con artists call consumers in the Western Michigan area with tricks like these: Jury Duty: The scammer calls claiming to work for the local court and says you’ve railed to report forjury duty. 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To report discrimination call the Fair Housing Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. has been issued for your arrest! You are astonished at this call and rightly claim you never received any jury duty notification. The con artist then asks you for confiden­ tial information like: • your Social Security number. • birth date and • credit card numbers for “verification” purposes. • These are exactly what they need to commit identity theft. It’s easy to see why this works. • You are clearly caught off guard and are under­ standably upset at the prospect of a warrant being issued for your arrest. • You are much less likely to be vigilant about protect­ ing confidential information. • In reality, court workers never call you to ask for social security numbers and other private information. In fact, most courts follow up via mail and rarely, if ever, call prospective jurors. Your Information is on the Internet: The scammer calls to alert you. Their com­ pany has discovered that per­ sonal information of yours has somehow appeared on the Internet. • But their company (they use names like “National Verification,” “Security Company,” etc.) can fix this for you. They can remove your information from the Internet. • But you must give them your checking account or credit card numbers to be sure they have the correct information. • Sometimes they just claim to be “your bank” or “the government.” Nonsense! These scam­ mers may steal your identity or use your account numbers to withdraw hundreds of dol­ lars from your bank account to pay for your “member­ ship” in some worthless club or association. This scam is often directed at senior citi­ zens. The reasons they give you don’t matter; all calls like this are just different variants of the same scam. Never give out your Social Security number, credit card numbers or personal confidential information when you receive a telephone call. Ken Vander Meeden, President of the BBB of PUBLIC HEARING The Village ofNashville Zoning Board ofAppeals will hold a public hearing-on November 17, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a variance.request for 109 S. Main St. The section ofthe Zoning Ordinance in question is Chapter III Section 3.20 (Sign too close to road) and Chapter 19, Section 19.01 (lack of plot plan drawn to scale). Ifyou wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by November 16, 2005 and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St. PO Box 587, Nashville, MI. OD U ASO7/1U01IU0 06605624 check it out with your local BBB or other information agency like the FTC.gov web site.” Contact the BBb at www.westernmichigan.bbbo rg or by calling 1-800-684­ 3222. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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I National Park Oct. 20-23 had no idea what I was get­ for the Juvenile Diabetes ting myself into.” Berkimer, who was diagnosed with Type I, or insulin dependent diabetes, 28 years ago, said he was inspired to take part in the ride after he received a flier from the West Michigan branch of JDRF last December. “The goal of the ride is to raise money to find a cure for juvenile diabetes and you have to raise at least $3,500 to participate in the ride; but my other A view of a portion of the road which the cyclists took through Death Valley. David Berkimer at one of the check points on the 105-mile Ride to Cure Diabetes which was held Oct. 21 in Death Valley National Park. 269-945-3431 or 888-945-3431 225 N Induslnal P* Dr Hastings www barrycountylurnber.com ■WOWBU* Barry County Lumber 16950tOB Wood Stove Pellets 40 th. 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The West Michigan chapter, which has its office in Grand Rapids, was estab­ lished a few years ago. “After I got the flier I went to a meeting and signed up. I didn’t even have a bike, but it sounded like something I wanted to try,” said Berkimer, who purchased a Cannondale 27-speed bicycle and start­ ed training in May. “I rode about a 1,000 miles over the summer.” Berkimer and 14 other cyclists from West Michigan were among the 350 to take on the Death Valley ride. was so hot down where we were, you could see snow on one of the mountain peaks. You would never expect that,” he said. “It was also more hilly than I thought it was going to be. If I had known I would have been better prepared for hill riding. “The last seven miles were all uphill. I got to the third checkpoint and I knew that I had to turn back. I wanted to finish; but I had ridden more than 90 miles that day and the coaches tell us to listen to our bodies and my body was saying it had had enough,” he said. “You hear athletes talk about hit­ ting the wall. I think I hit that wall after 85 miles.” Still, turning around when he did enabled Alexia Lutterbeck of Berkimer to ride back to Delton was Berkimer’s the starting point with his “Silent Partner” during the other West Michigan team­ Ride to Cure Diabetes. mates. “I wanted to be able to though you drink a lot of finish the ride rather than water.” The scenery and terrain push on and possibly have also surprised and chal­ to get a ride back to the start,” he said. “It took us lenged Berkimer. “It was absolutely seven hours and 11 min­ breathtaking. It was beauti­ utes to finish the ride. ful and harsh in the same There were checkpoints instant. Death Valley is along the way where we between two mountain See BIKE, page 11 ranges and even though it “I don’t know about the others but I really had no idea what it was going to be like.” said Berkimer. “By mid-afternoon it was 95 degrees, but it’s not like the heat we’re used to around here. You don’t sweat, the moisture evaporates so quickly even Nine of the 14 riders from West Michigan pose for a photo during a “practice run” the day before the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation’s Ride to Cure Diabetes. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-11-15.pdf 02a5e181adadc553e1613b2770f979e5 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY news NGS PUBLIC IC UUBRA 121 S CHURCH ST HASlI 4I,N’Wfi^> mMil 4Ji9n0n5en8 -1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 46, November 15, 2005 A local paper oftoday! Unemployment Insurance Agency probe of Nashville EMS probable by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Unemployment Insurance Agency is likely to conduct an investigation after learning Loma Wilson, treasurer of the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville Emergency Medical Service, allowed an EMS employee to “bank” wages while she collected unemployment benefits from a previous employer. “It doesn’t matter when a worker receives their wages; they must report all wages earned while they are receiv­ ing unemployment so their benefits could be adjusted accordingly,” said Norman Isotalo, a spokesperson for the UIA. It doesn’t matter that the person received their wages after the fact. When we become aware of situa­ tions like this we typically conduct and investigation and depending on what we find, we could demand resti­ tution from the employee.” Isotalo declined to say what, if any, possible penal­ ties the EMS service could face as a result ofthe investi­ gation. “We need to look into what happened with both the employer and the worker before we can deter­ mine anything.” The unemployment issue was raised when EMS Board Trustee Jud Cooley ques­ tioned an item on the treasur­ er’s report presented during last week’s regular board meeting. “Is there any explanation why the payroll for six days is a little over half ofthe pay­ roll for a whole month?” he asked. “We had a paramedic working for us that was banking her hours,” Wilson replied. “In other words she didn’t want to get paid for them because she was draw­ ing unemployment and she couldn’t. Her unemployment is done now and she wants to be paid. So, that accounts for the increase in that one pay­ roll on line three.” “Sounds illegal to me,” said EMS Board Chairman Rod Crothers. “No, it’s not. I checked it all out,” said Wilson. “They can work and col­ lect unemployment as long as they don’t get paid...” said Crothers. “Hey, I checked this out before it happened,” said Wilson. “I don’t think the MESC would agree with that. They’re sort of stinky about stuff like that,” said Castleton Township resident Don Wiggins, who was in the audience. “You contacted the MESC?” Crothers asked Wilson, “Yes sir, I did,” said Wilson. “They said she could work as long as she didn’t get paid?” asked Crothers. “Yes,” said Wilson. “I Cars can once again drive and park on Vermontville’s Main Street. First phase of Vermontville streetscape almost finished by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer For the first time in a little over a month, patrons of Vermontville businesses can drive and park on Main Street, now that the first phase of the village’s streetscape project, which was started in early October, is nearly completed. "The new street lights will be delivered next Monday or Tuesday and we haven’t decided whether we’ll put the trees in now or in the spring," said Vermontville’s Department of Public Works Supervisor Monte O’Dell, who said the village was planning to plant Bradford pear trees in the downtown business district and maples in the walk-through and other areas. "C & D Hughes will put down the final coat of pavement next summer, the walk through will be landscaped and the alleys will be finished. Right now the east alley is 50 to 60% done, but they won’t start the west alley until next year." Downtown Vermontville business owners and patrons are pleased with the work that has been done on the streetscape so far. "I think it looks really great. It looks nice and I think it is really going to help the village," said Bob Lake, the owner of Vermontville Grocery. Jamie Platte, the owner of Jamie’s Nail Garden said that she is waiting for the trees and the new vintage­ style streetlights but said the downtown area is, "looking real nice." "The workers were very helpful and respectful during the construction," she added. Customer Vickie Lawless agreed and added, "I am sur­ prised how fast they did all this work." Greg Wendorf, owner of Vermontville Hardware, said he also likes the village’s new look. I heard a lot of com­ plaints during the construc­ tion; a lot of people were worried about the change in parking (There used to be angle parking on the east side of the street and parallel parking on the west but now there is parallel parking on both sides). But, I watched the street all week and they didn’t fill up. There’s still plenty of parking," said Wendorf. "Sure there’s been some negative responses, there always is, because peo­ ple don’t always like change, but there has been a lot of positive responses too. "I think when the project is complete and people see it when trees and the lights are in, they’ll like it," he added. O’Dell noted that there also will be plenty ofparking when the new parking lot by the baseball diamond is open and the lot will be easily accessible via the new walk through by the festival stage. checked that one out.” “As far as I know you are supposed to be available and looking for work,” said Crothers. “I think she was,” said Wilson. “She was collecting unem­ ployment from us or some­ body else?” asked Crothers. Wilson replied that she was collecting unemploy­ ment from someone else. “But the point is, she is actually at that point, engag­ ing in fraud,” said Wiggins. “Not here, but with the other situation. You don’t pay her, then...” “That’s her business, not ours. I checked it out, they didn’t have a problem with it,” said Wilson. “If she gets caught; she gets caught.” “Don’t be surprised if it doesn’t come back home to roost,” said Wiggins. “Oh, it probably will; most everything does,” said Wilson. See EMS, page 2 Nashville OKs publication, distribution of master plan by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Nashville Village Council voted unanimously Thursday night to approve the publication and distribu­ tion of the village’s proposed master plan to utilities and neighboring government entities. Village Trustee Ron Bracy said there are some zoning issues that may still need to be revised, but he noted that this was not a final draft and changes could still be made. A final hearing on the pro­ posed master plan will be scheduled in the spring of 2006 before it is finalized. During the council round­ table discussion at the end of the meeting, council mem­ bers discussed the dam on the Thomapple River. Trustee Justin Shotts who is heading up the dam com­ mittee, stated that a he had received "promising commu­ nication" from a representa­ tive from Senator Patricia Birkholz’s office recently, which stated that Nashville "...May be in line to receive grant money for either for waterfront or mixed energy development." "She strongly recommend­ ed that the council draft a let­ ter of intent, it would be non­ binding, just a letter which would basically show our interest in intent, a consensus among the council, to look into a possible hydroelectric plant at the dam," said Shotts. “Basically we’d just be putting our hand in the air and letting them know we are here and are interested." Trustee Jim Dunham said he felt the council should conduct a public opinion sur­ vey first to see what mem­ bers of the community think should be done with the dam, noting that some people wish to see the dam removed while others want to see it preserved as it is. "The people of the com­ munity will have to pay for this you know," said Village President Frank Dunham. "Right now I am looking at 100% grant funding. If we had to ask the village for money, that would be an alternative, or plan B," said Shotts who noted that he has had a third independent engi­ neer look at the dam and say that removing the dam and letting it return "to a wild and uncontrolled state would not be conducive to a residential area." "There wasn’t a dam here when the village was built. I think we need to look at both options," said James Dunham. See PLAN, page 2 In This Issue... 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DAVID HUSTWICK VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 15,2005 — Page 3 EMS, continued from page 1 In a later interview, Wilson said the payroll Cooley questioned ($3,226.18) was actually for two weeks, not six days, and that it was roughly half of the typical $7,000 per month payroll for the EMS. At that time she also said the increase in the payroll was due to the EMS responding to 50 runs from Sept. 16 to Oct. 15. “We used our pool peo­ ple a lot and you have to pay them,” she said noting that the EMS typically handles 40 runs a month. Earlier in the meeting, Wiggins asked Wilson about a payment of $998.07 in the treasurer’s report labeled “State of MI unemployment 2003.” “We had always, and the state has said the same thing, been a paid on-call department and it may have been my fault... I didn’t do it, but when we went to having part-time people I should have start­ ed paying unemployment, but I didn’t. So, conse­ quently, I had to go back to 2003 and pick it up,” said Wilson. “We’ve also learned in the process that the officers of the fire department have unem­ ployment that has to be paid on them as well. “They are strictly a paid on-call fire department and are not entitled to unemployment, just the officers, and that is the same here for the coordi­ nator and assistant coordi­ nator,” she said. Wiggins also ques­ tioned Wilson about the $245 paid to the law firm of Law, Weathers and Richardson was in regard to the settlement with for­ mer employees Beth Barrone and Rob Fiske. Wilson replied that the fees were due to consulta­ tion on how to handle per­ sonnel issues and an inquiry into whether or not a statement made by a board member sat last month’s meeting had vio­ lated the EMS’s non-dis­ paraging clause which was part of the settlement agreement with Barrone and Fiske. Wilson said she was advised that the com­ ments made were not in violation of that agree­ ment. In other business the board: • Unanimously accepted “with regrets” the resigna­ tion of EMS Coordinator Ardie Reid effective Jan. 1, 2006, and discussed the posting of his position. Wilson reported that the coordinator’s position has been posted on the Southwest Michigan Systems website and that she had received four inquiries and three resumes to date and was expecting more before the PLAN, continued from page 1 "Dam removal may not be an option," said Shotts who added that the engi­ neers had told that the Thornapple River in Nashville is a "natural dam site," meaning that due to the bend in the river, debris would accu­ mulate in that area and create a natural dam on a ■ O ZATHURA (PG) H 11:30,1:50,4:00,6:50,9 11:30,1:50,4:00,6:50,9:00 O CHICKEN LITTLE (G) ■ 11:40,1:30,3:20,5:10,7:00, :30,3:20,5:10,7: 9:00 ■ DREAMER (PG) ■ 1:40,3:50,7:10,9:15 ) ) SAW 2(H) ■ 1:05,3:10,5:15,7:20,9:25 1:05,3:10 | | 20oz.DRINK nJU J&gUjg- [।[ g with S2.50 purchase g ol 46oz. bag ol buttery popcorn one p« ad O Hastings 4 Exp. JAN. 31,2006 *B *HB* t* | BEST DEAL in eNewsletter at wwwhastings£com __ , I S ' periodic basis. Frank Dunham said that while the engineers say removing the dam would problematic, other groups like Green Rivers would say that Nashville is a prime dam removal site. Trustee Ron Bracy sug­ gested that the matter should be referred back to the Nashville Village Planning Commission, which then could draft a letter to be brought before the council for approval. In other business, Department of Public Works Supervisor Darrell Clements Jr. reported that he had been contacted by Pat Powers, director of Maple Valley Schools’ transportation and build­ ing and grounds depart­ ment, to discuss the possi­ bility of the village extending sewer service to the high school to allow for possible expansion. The Maple Valley Board of Education is cur­ rently exploring the possi­ bility of creating a sepa­ rate middle school. Currently students in grades 7 to 12 attend classes at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. School administrators have said that studies indi­ cate a separate middle school incorporating stu­ dents grades six through eight has been shown to provide a better learning environment. "I told Pat that to get the ball rolling he should put something together that present to the council and he said he would work on it," said Clements. Nov. 30 deadline. with the cost to be split Wiggins questioned between the two depart­ whether the EMS board ments. It is the same as was mandated to post the last year’s snow removal position in the local news­ contract with Hamilton. paper. Cooley replied that The board had not the board was not required requested or received to advertise an open posi­ other bids or snow tion in the local newspa­ removal. per. • Approved a medical “Our experience with first responder class pool personnel is that the which will begin in pickings are pretty slim in January 2006. All tuition this area,” said Scramlin. for individuals is to be Wilson advocated hav­ paid “up-front” before the ing neighboring EMS per­ first class. Personnel from sonnel assist with the other EMS departments interview process to will be required to bring a • Accepted the bid of purchase order to the first $40 per occasion from class and their service will Kent Hamilton for snow be billed for the tuition. plowing for both the EMS • Heard office manager and the fire department Denice Scramlin present the coordinator’s report in the absence of EMS Coordinator Ardie Reid, who was returning from a conference. Scramlin reported the EMS had total of 50 runs from Sept. 16 to Oct. 15 and provided the board with a breakdown as to the number of transfers, assists and transports. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 • Approved the pur­ chase of a pediatric and a large blood-pressure cuff from Zoll for a total cost of $60. • Approved the termina­ tion of employment for Craig Hoffman, effective Monday, Nov. 7, 2005. Mapes-Huissen Dennis and Candice Mapes of Nashville, announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah-Anne Louise to Aaron Christian Huissen, son of Steve Huissen of Grand Rapids and Barbara Huissen of Walker. Sarah is a graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed with Felpausch Food Centers of Hastings. Aaron is a graduate of Kenawa Hills High School and is currently employed by Uniforms Aarmark of Kalamazoo. A December wedding is being planned. The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. 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Deadline for The Reminder will be Friday November 18 at 5 p.m. | �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, November 15,2005 — Page 4 New Items at Putnam District Library Fiction: The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly, Saving Fish ftom Drowning by Amy Tan, Blue Smoke by Nora Roberts, The Camel Club by David Baldacci, The City of Falling Angels by John Berendt, Predator by Patricia Cornwell, Toxic Bachelors by Danielle Steele, What Remains Carole by Radiziwill. Young Adult Non Fiction: Great Lakes by Linda Thompson, Tsunami by Ann Morris, Budgeting by Sandy Donovan, Earning Money by Patricia J. Murphy, Journalist at Risk by George Sullivan, The Fight for Peace - A History of Anti-war Max Elwood McWhorter Jr MULLIKEN - Mr. Max Elwood McWhorter Jr. passed away Sunday November 6,2005 at the age of 86. He was bom September 20, 1919 on the family farm located on McWhorter Hwy. in rural Sunfield. Max attended the Dow Community School, a one room country schoolhouse, before moving to Sunfield and later graduated from Sunfield High School in 1937. He enlisted in the army in June of 1941 and was sta­ tioned at Fort Dix, New Jersey when the war broke out on December 7,1941. He was eventually sent to the Pacific Theater and served in New Guinea, the Philippine Islands and finally mainland Japan. After leaving active duty in 1946, he served in the reserves until 1951. In 1947, he married the former Joyce L. Nelson and moved back to his boyhood farm in 1948. Max and Joyce lived on the farm he loved until his recent death. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joyce; and his son, Tom McWhorter of Williamston; and his daugh­ ter, Marsha Kincaid of Okemos. He was preceded in death by his son, John L. McWhorter in 1951. He will be missed by his wife, son, daughter, six grandchildren and three CALENDAR OF EVENTS Poultry Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Nov. 16 Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple Nov. 16 Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Nov. 16 Master Gardener Class, 6-10 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nov. 17 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Nov. 22 Cat Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Nov. 24-25 Thanksgiving Holiday, Office Closed. Nov. 25 “Rate of Gain” contest - Beef weighed-in, 10 a.m.-noon, fairgrounds. Nov. 28 Rabbit Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Nov. 29 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dec. 1 Enrollments due in Extension Office. Nov. 15 Commission COUIllU great-grandchildren. on Aging In lieu of flowers, dona­ Schedule 7 tions may be made to either of Events the Sunfield Library or the Eaton Community Hospice House, C/O RFH P.O. Box Meals Site and Meals on 36, Sunfield, Mich. 48890. Wheels Noon Meal A private graveside serv­ Wednesday, Nov. 16 ice at the Sunfield Cemetery Ground bologna, marinatwith full military rites will be ed vegetables,, mandarin held. oranges, whole wheat bread. The family is being served Thursday, Nov. 17 by the Independent family Chicken salad, salad, potato owned funeral home in salad, fruited jello, muffin. Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Friday, Nov. 18 Home. For more informa­ California Reuben spread, tion log onto sweet-n-sour carrots, pears, www.Legacy.com rye bread. Monday, Nov. 21 Cheese cubes, pea and Musical auditions peanut salad, applesauce, whole wheat crackers. for Revue slated Tuesday, Nov. 22 Italian pasta salad, marifor Monday night nated carrots, tropical fruit. Auditions for the musi­ cal “Beauty and the Beast” will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 21, at the Opera Vermontville House, 211 S. Main, across from the fire sta­ tion. The Revue is looking for 40 to 50 actors and rehearsals will start Monday, Dec 5. Rehearsals will be Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 10 p.m. Show dates are Feb. 3­ 12. Bill Reynolds will not be auditioning any chil­ dren Nov. 21. He is look­ ing for a boy to do Chip. Movements in America by Ted Gottfried, Nelson Mandela by Reggie Finlayson, The Brave Women of the Gulf War by Karen Zeinert, Open and Shut Cases, 40 mini-myster­ ies for you to solve by Jurg Obrist, Wild West Women by Katherine Krohn, Condoleezza Rice by Mary Wade, Cave Sleuths by Laurie Lindop. VHS/DVD9: Upside of Anger, Wizard of Oz, Herbie Fully Loaded, The Perfect Man, Beauty Shop, Two Brothers, Bewitched, Batman Begins, Kingdom of Heaven, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Unleashed, Christmas with the Kranks, Star Wars in Revenge of the Sith, Interpreter. The library will be open Friday, Nov. 25, and Saturday, Nov. 26, during regular business hours. • Second Copy Sale: The Putnam District Library's Book sale room is running over. There are second and third copies of newer released books in excellent condition. These books would make good stocking staffers for Christmas. These extra copies will be sold for $3 each, The book sale will be going on during regular busi­ ness hours until Christmas. • Haunted House Flowing with Ghosts and Goblins — The annual haunted house held at the Putnam Library drew in more than 400 ghost, goblins and numerous other characters this Halloween, thanks to the efforts of the Maple Valley High School National Honor Society, leadership students and library staff. GFWC Vermontville learns expressive art for healing Women's issues was the topic of discussion at this month’s meeting of the General Federation of Women’s Club Vermontvflle. Club member Cindy Krolik introduced Pat Thruston, who spoke on the “Art of Healing.” Thruston, a registered dietitian employed by the Michiogan State University Extension Office, also is certified in holistic health from Western Michigan University. Art helps us to under­ stand what life says," explained Thruston, who added that through expression of art with creativity and spirituality, one can connect to feelings that can give closure in a loss of a love one." Members were given paper to draw and express good and bad days. Mary Fisher, chair­ woman of the Christmas Basket program, gave an update on the food drive. Boxes will be distributed at the local businesses and schools. Food packing will take place Thursday, Dec. 15, at the Vermontville Bible Church. The Monday, Dec. 5, meeting will be held at the home of local GFWC Club President Sandy Haas the annual Christmas party. A silent auction will be heldand proceeds will be sent to Girls Town. All members are asked to bring bring a small refreshment to share. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Nov. 16 Polish sausage, augratin potatoes, sauerkraut, spiced apples, dinner roll. Thursday, Nov. 17 DAVID D. ROSIER Turkey-ala-king, rice, -------- DIRECTOR­ California blend, peas, FUNERAL COST PREPAYMENT plums. Friday, Nov. 18 If you wish, you may choose Another possibility is that even if Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed not to do anything at all about you are well off now, your finan­ potatoes, mixed vegetables, prepaying your funeral expens­ cial fortunes may change to peaches, wheat bread. es. Let the money come out of such a degree that there won’t your estate’s assets when you be much money in the estate Monday, Nov. 21 die, If it’s obvious that there will when you die. In such cases, Homemade goulash, com, be money in your estate - in the your survivors would be under cauliflower, tropical fruit. form of savings, insurance, great financial strain to meet the Tuesday, Nov. 22 cashable stocks or bonds, or cost of your funeral and burial. It Chicken fettuccini, lima other liquid assets - that’s prob­ may require going into insur­ beans, stewed tomatoes, ably all the protection your sur­ ance money or other resources vivors needs. The money you mixed fruit. more urgently needed to live on. November 18th would otherwise tie up for funer­ Events al payments could be invested ROSIER FUNERAL HOME Wednesday, Nov. 16 or put into savings instead.The Mapes-Fisher Chapel Hastings astngs-- Nails; as; Euchre ucre The disadvantage of this 193 Jackson St. Anyone interested may 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Music with course is that your estate may Tel: (517) 566-8141 call him at (269) 367-4455 Charlie; Beg Line Dance 1 ance 9 p.m., featuring “Stone County” never be so large as to cover Dedicated to whose we serve. and set up an appointment. p.m. Delton - Reminiscence. the funeral cost adequately. $2 Admission „„ __________________ 06618319 0„8„618240 Woodland - BP Clinic. Thursday, Nov. 17 Hastings - Line Dancing 10 a.m.; Morehouse Kids; g Thefamily ofNeil Wilson would like to thank ourfamily, Caregiver’s Sup. 6 p.m.; H neighbors andfriends who helped us through the recent Cancer Support 1 p.m. loss ofour Husband, Dad and Grandpa. Foot/BP Clinic Delton - Special thanks to Dr. DeWitt and the staffof Puzzles/Trivia. Pennock Hospital emergency room. Lakewood Friday, Nov. 18 - Hastings § Ambulance, Koops Funeral Chapel; Lakewood United fl Family Serving Yours** Bingo; Oil Painting. r „ Methodist MethodistChurch Churchfor forthe thelovely lovelyluncheon; luncheon;Nashville Nashville Woodland - Visiting. « Baptist Church and Pastors DeGroot and Lamphere; and Nashville's Only Family Owned, Independently Monday, Nov. 21 everyone who broughtfood, visited, called, Operated Funeral Home Hastings - Card Making Hfii sent cards and offeredprayers and support. Fully Staffed Children's Resource Room 12:30-2:30 p.m.; Crafts I Your concern and caring are greatly appreciated. 10:30 a.m.; Music with Sam; Free Video Tribute • Barrier Free Kinship Care Support 7 p.m; Ample Parking • Accommodations Up to 300 | oUabe? ‘-UAfeon, T)ave QWifeon, C*ystaJ QWifcon and lTox QVifeon, Beading 5 p.m. Delton & uAla»b ^Remington, JUtckeSfe & Robison. „s ’-DanSliwyf Nashville 5. H, W, N kAlagei & Sflsa QVifeon & £m(Cy QVifson, VtSA Reminiscence. ikatlii <JIa»ine 8 Qebeoca, U6lsten & cAllcfe UAatine g 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville & Fam11* Tuesday, Nov. 22 - Hastings Owner/Manager - Red Hat Fall Harvest Tea. Something to Think About (517) 852-9712 eon ,s Taco Dinner $6 :30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 15,2005 — Page 5 ‘Of Christmas Past’ slated for Dec. 11 Historic Charlton Park's tum-of-the-century village park will be the set­ ting for the annual cele­ bration of “Of Christmas Past,” a recreation of the sights, sounds, tastes and activities of the late 1800s. The weekend activities will be held Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10 and 11, % AN,; Sb Sb; S S ft S'" j, 1 I ^15^ 5^ ■ it tkloalksaji drok. Exi J 4iifefhjhi » fc. 15, 11'1 Ban Wi | demonstrate their skills in the village buildings. Everyone is encouraged to sample traditional holi­ day fare, wassail, and fresh roasted chestnuts. St. Nicholas reminds all the good girls and boys to bring their Christmas wishes and all parents to bring their cameras when they visit the old fashion by Jon Gambee just before noon Oct. 26 Staff Writer and said, “something is A Kentwood man has going to happen there, you been arrested in connec­ need to get the people out.” tion with a telephone theat The Barry County emer­ made Oct. 26 against the gency 911 log showed the Bradford White manufac­ call from Bradford White turing plant in Middleville. was received by the sher­ Authorities said Michael iff’s department at 12:08 Elmhirst was arrested p.m. that Wednesday. All Thursday, Nov. 3, and employees were notified charged with malicious use shortly before 1:30 p.m. of telecommunications and were told to vacate the services, a misdemeanor building immediately and punisible by up to six not to stop at their lockers months in jail. for any reason. Assistant prosecutor Deputies Jeremiah Carrie Rapacz is handling Kimble and Joel Funk th? case for the Barry from the Barry County County Prosecutor’s Sheriff’s Department were office. on the scene as the evacua­ According to the crime tion progessed and the report compiled by the entire plant was sealed off. sheriff’s department, the According to the sher­ man called Bradford White iff’s department report, gj® kflt&W Bata gate to? ** ..g } lid) M | 12. There is no additional cost for crafts. For more information about the “Of Christmas Past” celebration, call Charlton Park at (269) 945-3775 or visit the web­ s i t e www.charltonpark.org Charlton Park is located at 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, just north of M-79 between Hastings and Nashville. | on forever used to help fund activities 8 «« throughout the MIDDLE SCHOOL DEVELOPMENT county in the Grades 6 - 8 th (Superintendent Kramer ^v^ednesday Morning 7am - 9am name of the Monday, November 21,2005 Come learn about the Boards Goals and get your questions answered. 7:00 p.m. Clay’s Dinner Bell Nashville, Oct. 19 & Dec. 7 Sugar Hut Cafe Vermontville, Oct. 26 & Dec. 21 Shirley’s Chuckwagon Caf6 Nashville, Nov. 9 & Jan. 11 Good Time Pizza Nashville, Nov. 23 & Jan. 25 person you at Maplewood School designate. Ask 170 Seminary Street your funeral director for Benefits: Maple Valley High School Varisty Girls’ Basketball Lauren Pierce led the Lions with nine points in their big win over Leslie on Thursday night, the final game of the regular season. A sophomore guard. Pierce also contributed four points in Valley's win over Hillsdale on Tuesday night. II1. 1. that can go Foundation is Athlete of the week g-JF -JF memorial Community Vermontville % Give a A gift to the plant manager Eric Lannes and the sheriff’s deputies agreed “to act on the side of caution and empty the plant, canceling the remainder of first shift and all of second shift.” A K-9 unit, including state police trooper Toby Marshall and his tracking dog, was called in from Paw Paw to make certain the facility was secure. Bradford White, a man­ ufacturer of water heaters, is Barry County’s largest employer with a work force of more than 1,000 people. 1 hi Ik ML tact kjiMi: ar of Joal ST i ar- & fitsib Sif i an' jeiidlfc l« jMT.AsilKWr saint. There will be Dulcimer music in the church on Sunday, Dec. 11. Handmade ornaments by students from area ele­ mentary schools win dec­ orate the villages' homes, stores and church. The gift shop will feature an array of holiday toys, games and keepsakes for all ages. Admission to Christmas Past is $6 for adults and $3 for children ages 5 to Kentwood man arrested in Bradford White threat S 7** from noon to 5 p.m. Visitors are invited to stroll through the village's shops and homes as the "residents" prepare for the holidays. Adults and children are welcome to try their hands at traditional crafts and ornaments, including hand-dipped candles. Volunteer artisans will The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton m-37, Middieviiie, mi Agency 1-800-443-5253 111 N. 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Adventure Naturalists: Michigan Mammals Tuesday, December 27 from 10-11:30 a.m. Meet: KNC, Tree Top. Fee: $4/child (in addition to regular admission rates if applicable). Pre-registration required: 381-1574 x 27 by December 23. Audience: K-2nd grade, with a caregiver. New Program Series! Come along to learn about Michigan’s mammals, from black bear to little Winter Break Programs brown bats. Learn about Knee High Naturalists the lives of these amazing - Settlers Prepare for the creatures through hands-on Winter. Tuesday, activities, touchable arti­ December 20 from 10­ facts and exploration. We 11:30 a.m. Meet: KNC, will also spend time outTree Top. Fee: $4 child (in side on the trail looking for addition to regular admis­ signs of mammal activity. sion rates if applicable). Snacks provided! Birds of Prey Wednesday, December 28 r >/zn_ BIlllflllr AAsA lA r lIm PmI IVflAA II I ■ YI Member of Greater Lansing Association of from 2-3:30 p.m. Meet: ■ Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; lllrsl mm I Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service KNC, Cooper’s Glen Auditorium. Fee: Members-free; Non-mem227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE bers-regular KNC admis­ Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com sion. Audience: General. Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI Meet a live falcon, hawk HJJS’ EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES and owl while learning • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available about the amazing adapta­ Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI....................................... Home 517-726-0223 tions that keep these birds Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR........................................................ Home 517-852-5066 on the top of the food Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI......................................................... Cell 269-838-2884 chain. Participate in handsHillary Grant, Realtor.....................................................................Cell 269-838-0796 on activities that give you a glimpse of life as a bird of prey. Winter Wonders Walk - Thursday, December 29 from 2-3:30 p.m. Meet: KNC, Interpretive Center Lobby. Fee: MembersNEW L1STINGSI SPACIOUS 10 ROOM HOME WITH 5 BED­ free; Non-members-reguPRICE REDUCED ON THIS ROOMS St 3 FULL BATHS 'IN 'TURN OF THE CENTURY' lar KNC admission. THE COUNTRY' SOUTH OF BRIClLMpi^y IR^SgVILLE NASHVILLE ON M-66 ON 4.6 Audience: General. Preser(|^| r(|^| ErT2 unit ‘FAMILY HOME' IN NASHVILLE ACRES WITH POND STOCKED Hit the trails to look for NEAR VILLAGE PARK WITH FISH lyUe with sejS-^falyUetei >, driveways. December Holidays at the Homestead Sundays, December 4 and 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. Meet: DeLano Homestead, 555 West E. Ave. Fee: Members-free; Non-members-regular KNC admission. Audience: General. Let the pioneers teach you about the origins of holiday traditions; explore the 1858 farmhouse to learn about decorating trees, the first holiday cards and the magic of gin­ gerbread. Listen to acoustic holiday music while relaxing in the par­ lor. Take a stroll to the 1830s log cabin replica to glimpse life during a Michigan winter in the wilderness. Then, take a horse-drawn wagon ride ($l/person), weather per­ mitting. Watch the black­ smith at work as you warm up in front of die forge. Bring your family to the beautifully decorated DeLano Homestead to step back in time and enjoy a simpler way to celebrate! Yoga at the Nature Center - Wednesday, December 7 from 9:30-11 a.m. Meet: KNC, Glen Vista Gallery. Fee: $12/walk-ins or $55 for a 6-week punch card. Pre­ registration: 381-1574, ext. 27. Audience: 14+, beginners to advanced. Join certified yoga instructor Jean Ketchum for a relaxing and rejuve­ nating morning of yoga. All skill levels welcome. Bring your own mat. Please pre-register, space is limited. Story Corner Tuesday, December 13 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Meet: KNC, Expedition Station. Fee: Membersfree; Non-members-regular KNC admission. Audience: Children w/a caregiver. Join us in the Expedition Station to listen to enchanting tales all about our natural world. During our time together we will travel to amazing places and meet interesting char­ acters along the way. Nature Center Closed Dec. 17-19. Real Estate 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 1 acre lot Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (N-ioi) s, total Irk docks to stores at 1-66. Occupancy at close. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer. (N-lll) th Living room, family room, formal dining room with lighted glass china cabinet, large kitchen, 2 stone fireplaces, lots of built ins in bedrooms, central air, large 48x64 pole barn. Price includes the established gardening & nursery business 8t snow removal equipment MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Call for more details. (CH-118) interesting winter won­ ders. We will search for animal tracks, identify winter trees, look for ani­ mals’ winter food sources and their winter homes. Take a look in Trout Run to see what winter activity in the stream looks like. Dress to be outdoors and be adventurous! Family Fun Hike: Animal Tracks Saturday, December 31 at 11 a.m. Meet: KNC, Cooper’s Glen Auditorium. Fee: Nashville native to preach at 2 area services Nov. 20 Nashville native Josh Goodman will be guest speaker at two area church services Sunday, Nov. 20. He will be ministering at Rhema Word Outreach Center for Pastor Cheryl & K.C. Jones at 10:30 a.m. at 20398 Waubascon Road, Battle Creek. He will also be ministering at Abundant Grace World Outreach Center for Pastor Dawn Goodman at 6 p.m.that day. The church is located off of M-79 to Ionia Road, go south to Spore Street, turn left to Kalamo Township Hall. Bom again at an early age, Josh said he has always sensed a call from the Lord to minister the Word of God. At the age of 18, Josh was used by God to lead his entire foot­ ball team, and many oth­ ers, to te the Lord. It was from these kinds off expe­ riences early in life that he learned how to follow the plans and purposes that the Lord had for him. Goodman moved in 1995 to Tulsa, Okla.,where he graduated in 1998 from Rhema Bible Training Center with an emphasis on pastoral min- Dr. BRAD MASSE GENTLE FAMILY DENTISTRY BuildingA Gorgeous Smile With A Gentle Touch For The Entire Family 'FARMSTEAD' ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD AT LACEY - MOVE IN AT CLOSE 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, many new improvements, all appliances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 8t cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs 8t perennials. 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Call Homer. 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. PRICE REDUCED) • Your Comfort Is Our #1 Concern -Virtual Reality Movie Visors With Stereo Headphones • Complete Dental Care Including The Latest Cosmetic Treatments Such As -"Extreme Makeover" I Hour Bleaching -Tooth Colored Fillings • State-Of-The-Art Facility • Highest Quality Treatment <£ The Most Comfortable Anesthetic You’ve Ever Experienced • Same Day Emergency Care • Insurance Billed For You • New Patients Always Welcome • Financing Available r------ ■ — • Evening Hours Offered | (VL-105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OP NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has (VH09 8r 110) Members-free; Non-members-regular KNC admis­ sion. Audience: Families (all ages welcome!) Bring the entire family to search the trails for signs of animal activity. In winter, it is easy to trace animal activity by follow­ ing tracks in snow or mud. Learn how to identify tracks and what to look for when following a trail through the woods. Then finish with a mug of hot chocolate inside the center. Dress to be outside! 517.852.9150 . . 730 South M-66 ♦ Nash ville, Ml 49073 Josh Goodman istry. He also attended Mount Hope Bible Institute in Lansing and has taken Berean courses through the Assemblies of God. He currently resides in Broken Arrow, Okla., where he works for Kenneth Hagin Ministries as the shipping and receiv­ ing department coordina­ tor. He and his wife, Amanda, have one son, Brandon, and a daughter due in December. �eTheape Maplea Valley ey ews, News,asv Nashville, e, uesay, Tuesday,ovem November er , 15,2005 — —age Page 7 —— Potter Park Zoomobile visits Vermontville Toddler Time Austin Mead, Chloe Mead, Kimi Mead, Delanie Roll and Juliann Meeker meet the blue tongued skink. Storm Powers practices his police driving skills while his father Shane Powers looks on. The Potter Park Zoomobile visited Vermontville Toddler Time Nov. 3, with visiting docent was Sue Merritt bringing a rabbit, an African millipede, a tenrec (something like a hedgehog), a ring necked dove and last, but not least, a blue-tongued skink (which by the way, really does have a vividly blue tongue). The children were allowed all ages are welcome. to pet each creature, as she "The Wheels on the Bus" walked around talking about over a loud speaker the diet, habitat and needs of Thursday, Nov. 10, you may each animal. The children have been hearing the were spellbound, as were Toddler Time children as many of the adults. they got a lesson on the The Vermontville Lions audio equipment in the Club made the donation that “DARE Blazer.” Eaton paid for the Zoomobile pres­ County DARE officer entation. Deputy Bruce Yelvington If you heard any suspi­ had the tough job of follow­ cious police-like announce­ ing "Sue from the Zoo," but ments or rousing version of he brought his cruiser and let For more information, call 269-948-3732. Toddler Time themes for the remainder of November and December are as fol­ lows: Nov. 17 — Thanksgiving followed by a potluck lunch­ eon, to be held upstairs in the Opera House. Please bring a dish to pass; dishes, napkins, lemonade and ice tea will be provided. Nov. 24 — Thanksgiving Day, no Toddler Time. Dec. 1 — Winter. Dec. 8 Cookies and Gingerbread Houses. Dec. 15 —Christmas. Dec. 22 — Snowmen. Mercedes Scott, Lindsay Meeker and Deputy Yelvington. Jenna Wells meets the ring necked dove. BRAKES • OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945| । Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician 1847 E. M-79 Hwy. Hastings, Ml 49058 owing Available Scrapbooking Crop at MOO-ville! Friday, November 5 -10 pm $10.00 fee includes... • Make & take layout 5-6 pm • Open scrapping 6 -10 pm • Dinner & snacks included (drinks available for purchase) • Use of equipment (Quickutz, Sizzix, Trimmer) • Products availble for sale and order Seating is limited. Call 852-0075 to reserve your spot and find out how you can earn free prizes. ! the children climb all over it, turn the lights on and off, and play with the loud speaker. Deputy Yelvington also read a story and talked to the children about being safe, and he presented a show and tell on all the equipment he carries on his belt. Toddler Time is held every Thursday, at 11:15 a.m. at the Vermontville Public Library, and typically runs 40 minutes. The pro­ gram is run entirely by vol­ unteers of Eaton ISD (Intermediate School District), and focuses on pre­ literacy, school preparedness and just plain old fun. Toddler Time activities typically consist of story time, dancing, singing, ABCs, 123s, a craft project and occasionally unique guest speakers. The program is specifically geared to chil­ dren ages 0-5, but children of EWING WELL DRILLING INC. Maple Valley Athletic Boosters 10-09-2005 Golf Tournament A good time was had by all at the annual golftour­ nament held at Mulberry Fore on 10-9-2005 by the Maple Valley Athletic Boosters. The Boosters would like to say a spe­ cial thank you to John Parish and Tad Davis of Mulberry Fore j for all oftheir hard work and dedication to the event J The tournament brought in over $3,300 for the booster fund. E The Boosters would also like to thank the following sponsors fl and donators: Musser’s Service fl Associated Construction Nashville Chiropractic fl C-Store/Davis Oil Shirley's Chuckwagon fl Carl’s Supermarket Eaton Federal Savings Bank Shouldice Brothers I Frost Heating & Cooling Soules Appliance Repair ■ I Grant’s Woodshop Stanton’s Real Estate & ■ I Hamilton Black Dirt Auctioneers ■ 1 Hamilton Excavation Tobias High Tensil Fencing® I Hastings City Bank Trumble Agency/Hastings ■ II Hickey Electric Mutual II Hummell’s Body Shop TSK Roof Consulting, Lyon Lake II Hunter-Prell Co. 11 J.B. Cabinets Union Electric II Jack Pearl’s Team Sports VWF Post 8260 II John Boy Electric W. 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If we missed your name we apoligze and please know we appreciate your support. �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 15,2005 — Page 8 The Pfeifers to sing at Nashville Baptist The Pfeifers will per- have also enjoyed much number of the successful form at in concert at 7 radio success with multi- Bill Gaither Homecoming Tour concert dates and p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, at ple national hit releases. the Nashville Baptist • Since organizing over award winning Gaither two decades ago, the Homecoming videos. The Church. The Pfeifers have Pfeifers, who make their group has enjoyed much enjoyed success and is home in Washington radio success with numer­ recognized as a leader in Court House, Ohio, have ous popular Top 20 releas­ the Christian music genre. enjoyed much success es, including their most Their music has been nationally and internation­ recent hits, “Father’s enjoyed by world-wide ally in recent years with House,” “I Will Trust audiences via the popular performances at such Him” and “Jumpin’ In.” Gaither Homecoming locations as Dr. Jerry The group’s most recent video series, as well as Falwell’s Thomas Road recording, “Tune My Church in Heart,” promises even performances on the Baptist Trinity Broadcasting Lynchburg, Va., as well as more success for this tal­ Network, Gospel Music the Mickey Gilley Theatre ented group, as the pro­ Branson, Mo. ject’s current radio Television, the DISH in Network and the Sky Additionally, the group release, “More Than Just Angel Network. They has been featured on a Religion,” is presently Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20,20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 The Michiana Irrigation Association will be hosting its annual educational workshop on Tuesday, November 29, at the Kalamazoo Holiday Inn West, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This year’s program will focus on ways to improve irrigation manage­ ment on the farm and review the potential effects that proposed legislation may have on agricultural water use. Printing Graphics 1351 N. M-43 Hwy. P.O. 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! Publishers of: •Hastings Banner • Hastings Reminder •Sun & News •Lakewood News > •Maple Valley News •Marshall Community Advisor • Battle Creek Shopper •Weekender •Marshall Chronicle To contact one ofour Printing Specialists Call: Phone (269) 945-9554 / Fax (269) 945-5192 Christian recording artists The Pfeifers, featuring Candy Pfeifer, John Pfeifer and Mary Jane Carter, will perform at the Nashville Baptist Church in Nashville Dec. 4. Workshop to focus on irrigation management Have a Need? receiving radio airplay at radio stations nationwide. The Pfeifers have enjoyed appearances on the Nashville Network’s Primetime Country and the Trinity Broadcasting Network’s Praise The Lord program. In addition, the group’s weekly televi­ sion program, The Pfeifers - Lifting Jesus, is delivered into homes across the country via 20 television stations, as well as the DISH Network, Gospel Music Television (GMT), the Angel One Channel and Sky Angel. Presentations in the morning program will include: “The Current Role and Direction of Policy for the Use of Irrigation Water in Michigan, Michigan,”” Keith Keith Creagh, deputy director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture; “Michigan Resource Groundwater Mapping, A Guide for West Michigan Producers”, Dr. Steven Miller, MSU Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering; “Update on the Michigan Groundwater Advisory Council,” Fred Henningsen, agricultural liaison for the Groundwater Conservation Advisory Council; and “The Impact of Water Legislation in Michigan,” Jim Bym, pres­ ident, Michigan Agri­ Business Association. The afternoon program features breakout sessions that focus on both trickle and center pivot irrigation production systems. The trickle irrigation session features “Best Management Practices, Scheduling and System Uniformity for Drip Irrigation Production” and “New Technologies in Trickle Irrigation” present­ ed by Dr. Ron Goldy, MSUE district vegetable educator. The center pivot session will cover “New Technologies in Center Pivot Irrigation” and “Servicing Your Pivot and Irrigation Safety”, present­ ed by a panel of industry representatives and Dan Ganger, president, Michiana Ag Irrigation Company. The final educational session will provide an overview of the Great Lakes Annex 2001 and Call for Michigan Legislation by Lyndon Kelley, MSU Groundwater Stewardship. Door prizes will be drawn immediately following the conclusion of the program. Registration for this program is $20 for non MIA members (free membership included), or $30 for MIA members (which includes the MIA membership renewal). Registration deadline for this program is November 18. To register please call 467-5511. Classifieds 269-945 9554 517-852-0106 975 N. Main (M-66), Nashville, MI ’'Jr r CrSirnP'TiQ Restauran Overlooking the beautiful Mulberry Fore Golf Course Make Your Reservations Today! 'r ^fianfeggii/ing ^Day 3 Ham - 3pm Turkey and Much, t x Much More! ,.r^' 3 S , 7527 W. Vermontville Hwy. t/lC S&WM GALLERY 7155 W. Lawrence Hwy. Handmade decor, live Christmas trees, wreaths & grave blankets. Holiday <§>hop Tour ©(zepm bpr 1, 2■■ @ 3^ ~ ‘ I www.michiganartsandcrafts.com Click on Events, or call Kim at (517) 726-0269 ■' V For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 15,2005 — Page 9 Sunfield recycling hours changing in December Maplewood Elementary Principal Fred Davenport (left) and Vermonville Lions Club representative Bill Mason present Brady Halliwill with his student of the month award. Brady Halliwill selected Lions Student of Month Maplewood Elementary sixth-grader Brady Halliwill, son of Jonathan and Talmarie Halliwill of Nashville, has been selected Vermontville Lions Club Student of the Month for November. Teacher Laura Pettengill said, “Brady shows good cit­ izenship by working well with others, and giving his peers respect and kindness. He puts out his best effort in all of his daily work, and he turns in assignments in on time! "Brady is a team player, he works will when doing group activities. He knows how to cooperate and compromise.1' Jon Anders said, "He's athletic and nice, and he is a good friend." Dale White said, "He's fun to be around, he's a good friend and really athletic." Brady's favorite thing to do is play sports. He sais he bcoecualdu seeaitt ips ihzizsafaevvoerriyte.day, The Sunfield Township/Boy Scouts recycling centers hours will change starting Thursday, Dec. 1. New hours will be Mondays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (or dusk, whichever comes first), and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Scoutmaster Keith Brace said the reason for the change in hours is that the General Motors worker is being assigned to a different job. There will be a atten­ dant, (except one hour for lunch time), on site to help the senior citizens and anybody else unable to carry items. The recycling center is located north of M-43 and First Street (blinker light in Sunfield), off First Street on the west side ofthe road, just past the water tower. It's the building in the middle of the field. There is a sign by the road. A new item that can be accepted is paperboard, which includes cereal boxes and boxes that can go in the cupboard. mark for that item and only “We cannot take any that item, if it has no caps boxes that go in the refriger­ and flatten, then please ator or freezer,” Brace said. remove the caps and flatten,” “That means no pop contain­ Brace said. ers, frozen pizza boxes, The amount collected for Texas toast boxes, etc. We one year, September 2004 to take computers, printers, September 2005; includes miscellaneous. computer Tin cans 3,960 lbs., maga­ parts, magazines, newspa­ zines 48,038 lbs. (24.01 pers, aluminum, tin cans (no tons), clear glass 2,560 lbs., labels and flatten), phone #1 plastic 681 lbs., #2 milk books, clear glass bottles (no jugs 2,090 lbs., #2 colored window glass please), No. 2 plastic 842 lbs., plastic bags plastics (milkjugs), #2 col­ 310 lbs., cardboard 5,620 ored plastic (detergent bpt- lbs., white paper only 2,070 tles), plastic grocery bags, lbs., junk mail 4,097 lbs., office paper, junk mail and aluminum 23,700 lbs. corrugated cardboard.” All (includes 22,270 lbs. town­ items must be separated. ship cleanup), metal 134,790 Milk jugs, detergent bottles, lbs. (67.4 tons, township # I clear bottles, tin can (cut cleanup), and newspaper both ends out, if one end is 157,338 lbs. (78.67 tons). rounded flatten as good as The Sunfield Boy Scouts you can), and corrugated load the newspapers in a cardboard must be tom down semi-trailer and gets the and flattened, with no caps. profits from the newspaper. Everything must be cleaned The recycling center is and rinsed. open to everyone and there is “It would help if all items no charge. Residents are are separated. We ask people asked not to drop things off to put the recycling material early. The site is closed for in the right boxes that are holidays. THE TRAFFIC SCENE Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 New on the Shelves at the 4is Vermontville Township Library4 November 2005 The library staff appreci­ ates everyone for their con­ tinued patience during the road construction in town. We realize that getting to us has become a challenge, but patronage is appreciated. The library will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, for the Thanksgiving holiday. It-will reopen on Saturday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m. Santa will make his annu­ al visit to the Vermontville Township Library on Saturday, Dec. 3. He will visit with the children from 1 to 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Please bring a camera for pictures with Santa. The book discussion group selection for the December discussion is “The Homecoming: a Novel of Spencer’s Mountain,” by Wanted: Standing Timber call Hughes Logging LU Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0S77 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville j|g|j 06605544 Earl Hamner. When Clay Spencer fails to arrive home at the expected hour on Christmas Eve of 1933, his family grows concerned. While his seven brothers and sisters, and his mother keep vigil, the older son, Clay­ boy, goes in search of his father. But on his journey through the snowbound Virginia hills, the boy expe­ riences a series of hazardous, touching and hilarious adventures. Anyone who would like to read this book and join in this discussion is urged to contact the library for further details. New DVDs: The Perfect Man (PG), 12 Dogs of Christmas (G), Star Wars III: Revenge of the Sith (PG13). The new shipment of leased audio books has arrived. New titles include: Blood is the Sky, by Steve Hamilton, Three, by Ted Dekker, The Lake House, by James Patterson, the Namesake, by Jhumpa Lahiri, To the Nines, by Janet Evanovich, Fear Itself, by Walter Mosley, Say When, by Elizabeth Berg, the Altman code, by Robert Ludlum, Xenocide, by Orson Scott Card, By Sorrow’s River, by Larry McMurtry, Ghost Riders, by Sharyn McCrumb. Adult Non-Fiction: Handknit Holidays: Knitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah and Winter Solstice, by Melanie Falick. edotatiw, fa tiudufo 14 % vuMtfiA w Met, Segment I Class Segment II Class Nov. 28-Dec. 15,2005 Jan. 9-Jan. 26,2006 Nov. 21-23,2005 Dec. 20-22,2005 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith GET ready for ENERGY CARE CELLULOSE INSULATION BLOWERS AVAILABLE ^JIU.WOOL COMPANY, INC. 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M-43 Hwy., YOU WANT QUALITY at Hastings g. affordable prices when you Business Services buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from MINI STORAGE AVAILAbusiness cards and brochures BLE, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 to newspapers and catalogs. units, space your storage Phone (269)945-9554 or stop place, 616-374-1200. in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. 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. YOU WANT QUALITY at ao affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad In 1935 the number of farms in the United States peaked at 6.8 million. Today there'are 2.13 mil­ lion farms dotting America’s rural landscape. Farm real estate value (including land and buildings) averaged $1,270 in 2003. 327,060 farms had sales of $100,000 or more in 2003, accounting for only 15.6 percent of all farms, 2005-1 ASSET-BACKED CER­ TIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of two hundred fifteen thou­ sand twenty and 31/100 Dollars ($215,020.31), including interest at 8.000% per annum, with an adjustable rate rider. 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 ven­ due, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on December 15, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 9, LEACH LAKE RESORT, CARLTON LAKE RESORT, C TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 1 OF PLATS, PAGE 68, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined aban­ doned doned in in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. DATED: November 15, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COM­ PANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-1 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 Assignee of Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) 5407701ASAP733305 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in- the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: John D Shoup and Brenda L. Shoup, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, organized and existing under the laws of Delaware Mortgagee, dated February 22, 2005 and recorded March 7, 2005 in Document Number 1142323 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred FiftyNine Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents ($125,959.35) including interest 10.05% 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 mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM on Thursday, December 15, 2005. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Starting at the Southwest corner of the North 8 rods of the South 32 rods of the West 495 feet of the Northwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, for the place of beginning; thence South along the Section line in the center of Barber Road- 132 feet; thence East 30 rods; thence North 132 feet; thence West 30 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 3366 Barber Rd, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemp­ tion period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: NOVEMBER 8, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our File No: 05-40376 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James M. Grantham and Lisa Grantham, husband and wife, to Decision One Mortgage Company, L.L.C., mortgagee, dated October 15, 1998 and recorded October 21, 1998 in Instrument Number 1019694, Barry County Records. Said mortgage is now held by The Bank of New York, as Trustee for First City Capital Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated 11/1/98 by assignment dated October 20, 1998 and recorded on May 24, 1999 in Instrument Number 1029992, Barry County Records. There is claimed to be due on such mort­ gage the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($122,248.25) including interest at the rate of 10.40% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in the mortgage and the statutes of the State of Michigan, notice is hereby given that the mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on December 15,2005. The premis­ es are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 22; thence North 88 degrees 53 minutes 45 seconds East 70.65 feet along the North line of said section to the centerline of highway M-37; thence South 29 degrees 51 min-utes 15 seconds East 1235.27 feet along said centerline; thence North 86 degrees 40 minutes 02 seconds East 67.10 feet to the Northeasterly right of way line of highway M-37 for a point of beginning; thence North 86 degrees 40 minutes 02 seconds East 184.77 feet; thence North 74 degrees 57 minutes 39 seconds East 194.16 feet; thence North 29 degrees 50 minutes 6 seconds West (previously recorded as North 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds West) 235.81 feet; thence South 78 degrees 34 min­ utes 19 seconds West 372.14 feet (previously recorded as South 78 degrees 33 minutes 29 seconds West 372.29 feet) to the Northeasterly right of way line of Highway M-37; thence South 29 degrees 50 minutes 34 seconds East (previously recorded as South 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds East) 221.28 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless the property is determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of the sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale in the event a 3rd party buys the property and there is a simultaneous resolution with the borrower. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited sole­ ly to the return of the bid amount tendered at • sale. Dated: November 17, 2005 ORLANS ASSOCIATES PC Attorneys for The Bank of New York, as Trustee for First City Capital Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated 11/1/98 , As Assignee P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 (248) 457-1000 File No. 231.1158 Property Address (do not publish): 4700 Middleville Road, 49333 JLMASAP733298 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 06618287 06618282 06618292 Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures but 87 percent of total tto P ohonnewspapers neew s(2p6a9p)e9r4s5 -and a9n55d4 catalogs. sales. or stop iin at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., The average U.S. farm in 2003 was 441 acres, Hastings. compared to 434 in 1999, 438 in 1996, 464 in 1992 VERMONTVILLE UNITED and 451 in 1987. METHODIST WOMEN: During the 2002-03 fis­ Annual craft & bake sale cal year, $56 billion worth Nov. 18th & 19th from 9-4. 108 N. Main St., Vermont-of American agricultural ville. Several crafters have products were exported tables. around the globe. The top 15 countries that imported U.S. agricultural products DO YOU WANT QUALITY 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. Community Notices SCHOOL MENUS Maple Valley Elementary Menu Wednesday, Nov. 16 Cheesie bread sticks, spaghettios, pear halves, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 17 M.W. Hungry Howies. Pizza, tossed salad, pineap­ ple, fortune cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Nov. 18 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, banana, bread stick, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 21 PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village council will hold a public hearing on November 22, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear discussion on revision of the Water Rate Ordinance. A copy of the revised ordinance is available in the office. Ifyou wish to comment in writing on this rezoning you must do so by November 21,2005 and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St, PO Box 587, Nashville, MI. 06617955 Vermontville Township Tuesday, Nov. 22 Hot Pocket, juice, push-up, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Maple Valley Secondary Lunch Wednesday, Nov. 16 Choose One Cheesie bread sticks, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, pasta bar. Choose Two spaghettios, celery w/p. but-, ter, sherbet, juice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 17 Choose One - Quesadilla, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, Mexican bar. Choose Two - garden salad, broccoli cheese rice, pineapple, push-up, juice, milk. Friday, Nov. 18 . Choose One - Macaroni Planning Commission Public Hearing Concerning: Rezoning Weatherwax Farm Market to Commercial Property The Vermontville Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 1 st at 6:30 p.m. in the Opera House concerning rezoning a 3.3 acre lot that contains the Weatherwax Farm Market, 401 Fuller: Pizza Sticks. MW: Nachos, tossed salad, fresh fruit, juice, 1/2 pt. milk. North Ionia Road, from Rural Residential to Commercial. Comments may be mailed for public record to Blair J. Miller, Planning Commission Secretary, Box L., Vermontville, Ml 49096. The Planning Commission will and cheese, pizza, bacon cheeseburger, chicken sand­ wich, country chicken bar. Choose Two - garden salad, -green beans, carrot sticks, banana, juice, milk. Monday, Nov. 21 Choose One Chicken nuggets, pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, deli bar. Choose Two - garden salad, mashed potatoes, peas, orange push-up, juice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 22 hold its regular monthly meeting at 7:00 p.m. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by writing or calling Sharon Stewart, Township Clerk, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, Ml 49096. or 517-726-1159. 06618244 Hungry Howies. Choose One - Pizza, cheeseburger, chicken sandwich, Mexican bar. Choose Two - Garden salad, whole kernel corn, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. accounted for $46 billion in sales. The top five are Canada, Japan, Mexico, the European Union and China. LEGAL NOTICE For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL NOTICE Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt col­ lector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any informa­ tion obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JASON SWAN, A SIN­ GLE MAN to ARGENT MORT­ GAGE COMPANY, LLC , Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 11, 2004 , as Instrument Nd. 1135229, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned by said mortgagee to DEUTSCHE' BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SOUND- VIEW HOME LOAN TRUST �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, November 15, 2005 — Page 12 Lion eagers win their last two in the SMAA South by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Maple Valley varsity girls’ basketball coach Landon Wilkes has had a lot of questions about his team this season, and as it headed for Class C district play this week at Olivet he was beginning to find his answers. “We’re just playing fairly well right now as a team and that’s what we’ve been trying to get to all year long,” said Wilkes. Are we there yet? No. But are we get­ ting closer? Yes.” The Lions won their Maple Valley guard Bailey Flower fights some pressure to get a shot off in the second half of the Lions’ win over Leslie Thursday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) final two games of the season in the SMAA South, doubling their win total for the year to end the season at 4-16. “The girls haven’t cried about the season,” said Wilkes. “Has it been hard on them? I imagine it has. It’s been hard on every­ one, but they keep work­ ing hard and giving their best every day.” The Lions dominated Leslie in the regular sea­ son finale Thursday night at home, winning 42-23. Lauren Pierce scored nine points to lead the Lions, while Bailey Flower added eight points, six rebounds and four steals. Mindy Newton contributed six points and six rebounds for the Lions, who had contribu­ tions from all over the place. Alaina Mater had six rebounds for Maple Valley, and Sam Pierce finished the night with four steals. It was that kind of team effort that the Lions hoped to use Monday night in the district opener against Springport, a team which defeated the Lions earlier in the season by eight points. That was the young Lions’ third game Fall PROJECT Round-up 3 77 r*g.5.29 of the season and they turned the ball over 27 times. The Lions only turned the ball over 13 times in their 45-32 win over Hillsdale last Tuesday. “Our guards are getting better at handling pressure a little bit, and also I think my forwards are doing a better job of stepping out and helping the ball han­ dlers to alleviate some of that pressure,” said Wilkes. The Lions got out to an 11-8 lead in the first quar­ ter thanks to their defense. “We set the tone of how things were going to be with our full-court man­ to-man,” said Wilkes. The Lions held that three-point lead heading into the half then broke the game open in the fourth quarter by outscoring Hillsdale 15-7. Newton had a huge night for the Lions against Maple Valley junior Alisha Felmlee tries to get a short one-handed jumper up over the Leslie defense in the first half Thursday night. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Hillsdale, scoring 12 points and pulling down 11 rebounds. Ashley Gonser added seven points and ten rebounds for Valley. Newton was the only player in double figures. Jordan Peel led Hillsdale with nine points. The Lions’ Lauren Hillsdale hurt itself at Pierce flies by a Leslie the free throw line, hitting guard towards the hoop in just 5-of-17 attempts. The the second half Thursday Lions only shot 50-pernight. (Photo by Perry cent from the charity Hardin) stripe, knocking down 12- for Caps & Cracks. Minimal expanding. 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M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 47, November 22, 2005 Arrest leads to controversy for some area residents by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The arrest ofthree men for trespassing at the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville Transfer-Recycle Station during the early morning hours of Sunday, Nov. 6 has led some area residents to question how the Transfer­ Recycle Board runs the facil­ ity. Eldon and Dianne Ackley of Nashville who regularly attend the board meetings say they feel one of the men arrested was targeted because he has questioned the way the board amends the treasurer's reports with­ out explanation, and why there is only one person allowed to remove scrap metal and there is no record of payment for loads he has removed from the site. "The supervisor, Brian Scott, gets to say who gets what and things are turning lip missing at the dump," said Dianne Ackley. However members of the board, which is comprised of representatives from the two townships and the village of Nashville, say there is no wrong doing on the part of the board. Jud Cooley, a member of the board, said the men were arrested, not because they have challenged or ques­ tioned the board, but because they were trespassing. "The transfer-recycle sta­ tion is open from 9-5 on Saturday. Nobody’s sup­ posed to be in there when the gates are closed. If they are in there when the gates are closed, they are trespassing. If they are taking iron from the scrap pile and hauling it away, what would you call it? I’d call it stealing," he said. "Common sense tells you that that is private, not public property when the gate is closed, it’s closed. People don’t break into the township hall and help them­ selves after hours; that’s tres­ passing; and they wouldn’t take a picnic table from out­ side the hall, that would be stealing. It’s the same thing." Rod Crothers, chairman of the Transfer-Recycle Board said it was State Police Officers who decided to arrest the men. "I wasn’t going to press charges. I heard some men had been spotted down there, and I wanted the police to give them a warning, but it was their decision to arrest them," he said. Members ofthe board said that since the Transfer­ Recycle Station re-opened two years ago, one person has been given permission to remove iron or scrap metal from the site. "We’ve made an agree­ ment with him, a dollar a load, and he’s been loading it by hand and hauling it out of there in his truck," said DeMond. "When we made the agreement, the price of scrap metal and iron was really low, about $30 a ton and no one else wanted to do it. Then the prices went up, but there’s still not much metal down there to fool with. He’s probably only taking a couple loads every two or three months. He’s still not making that much money, probably $85-100 every two months." DeMond said that while The recent arrest of three men at this Transfer-Recycle Station has raised contro­ the $1 fee for each load has versy in Nashville among some area residents. not been paid, there are records of every load of and has worked for me for 20 scrap metal or iron that has years. Ifsomeone has a prob­ been removed from the lem with the fees, I’ll write a Transfer-Recycle Station. check to cover them," he "He doesn’t have a job said. "He started hauling that right now, but he’s been metal out of there when no keeping a record and proba­ one else would do it. It was bly owes $40 or $50 and the board’s decision to just Donkey Basketball is back "Tickets have been selling intends to pay it when he very well" says Dhanielle See ARREST, page 9 again. can. He’s a friend of mine Plenty of hilarious action Tobias, Maple Valley FFA and a good crowd are expect­ president. In fact, everything ed to keep the buzzer in the is looking better then last Maple Valley gymnasium year. Advance tickets are buzzing, beginning at 7 p.m. still on sale at the Maple Dec, 8 when a donkey bas­ Valley Ag room or from one ketball tournament is staged of the FFA members. All at the Maple Valley High advance tickets are $5 and School. tickets at the door are $7. Three games among four All proceeds will go to the local teams will provide the Maple Valley FFA to spon­ entertainment for the night, sor leadership training con­ and advance tickets sales ferences. indicate a large crowd will be Many believe it is the don­ on hand for the wild tourna­ keys who are the very pride ment. of the court and the stars of The first game will be the show. The talented Maple Valley Juniors vs. sportsmen are from Buckeye Maple Valley Staff. The sec­ Donkey Ball of Ml Sterling, ond game will be Maple Ohio, and all them know Valley Seniors vs. Maple their way around a basketball Valley Community court. Members. There will then be Donkey Basketball is a championship game of the played with four donkeys winners of the first two See DONKEY, page 2 games. Donkey basketball set for December 8 Artists in Residence teach high school students about Latino music and dance by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer While the temperatures outside plummeted and the first snow of the season cov­ ered the ground, things were heating up inside Maple Valley High School as "Artists in Residence" Chemo Rodriguez and Tony Rodriguez taught choir, band, Spanish and other select students how to dance, sing and play instruments with spicy Latino rhythms. On Tuesday, Chemo and his wife and partner, Kathy Rodriguez, who were assist­ ed by Michigan State University (MSU) student Stephanie Fox, taught the students how to dance Salsa, a mambo from El Caribe. On Wednesday, Chemo and Tony taught the students Latino rhythms, vocal and instrumental music, includ­ ing "La Bamba.." The enthusiasm the Rodriguezes have for the Latino music and dance and sharing it with others was infectious, according to See LATIN, page 2 In This Issue Chemo and Tony Rodriguez teach Maple Valley High School Spanish students Latin rhythms using a variety of instruments. • School board hears middle school concept presentation • Sheriff’s Mounted Division has successful country concert • Auditions set for musical ‘Beauty and the Beast’ • Maple Valley’s early lead vanishes against Springport �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, November 22,2005 — Page 2 LATIN, continued from page 1--------- Well protect your assets in tne event of a lawsuit STAN our personal liability insurance is thereto protect you if you are sued. But as your assets grow, so KELLY should your protection. Contact us today and well tell you about the “No Problem” personal umbrella KEN protection available from Auto-Owners Insurance Company. uluto-Owners Insurance DEBBIE Life Home Car Business TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 Maple Valley High School Spanish teacher Dr. Sandra Cade, who brought them to the school. "It’s been amazing. Yesterday, we had kids come in almost kicking and screaming. They didn’t want to do this, but at the end of the hour, they didn’t want to leave," she said on Wednesday as she watched Chemo and Tony teach a group of first year Spanish students how to play the maracas, tambourines and other rhythm instruments. "When you play the maracas you can’tjust stand there and shake them, you have to move too; you are the enter­ tainment," said Chemo demonstrating how to play them with Latino flair. "Don’t worry about a sore foot. I have bone spurs on both my feet, but because of you guys I get so enthusiastic I don’t even think about them," said Chemo, a professional dance instructor and Chemo Rodriguez competitive ballroom dancer, later as he coaxed the stu­ teaches students how to dents through the first few dance "La Bamba." steps of "La Bamba." Within minutes he had all the students on stage laugh­ PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: ing and smiling as they were All real estate advertising in this news­ paper is subject to the Fair Housing Act learning the correct posture and the Michigan Civil Rights Act which collectively make it illegal to advertise and steps for the traditional “any preference, limitation or discrimina­ dance performed at weddings tion based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, in Southern Mexico, where age or martial status, or an intention, to dancers actually tie a huge make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes ribbon into a bow with their children under the age of 18 living with feet. parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of "It’s great to watch," said children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly Cade. "Some kids are just accept any advertising for real estate naturals but others start out which is in violation of the law. Our read­ ers are hereby informed that all dwellings kind of klutzy at the begin­ advertised in this newspaper are available ning, but at the end they can on an equal opportunity basis. To report discrimination call the Fair Housing dance as well as any one else. Center at 616-451-2980. The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing Chemo told me that some of impaired is 1-800-927-9275. these kids look as good as he has seen in Guadalajara. "Yesterday when he was EQUAL HOUSING A 0 6 C 5 C 7 Y 1 I 0 A 1 i 0 n OPPORTUNITY here with his wife and his grand-niece, Chemo’s grand­ niece told me she was amazed how polite and cour­ teous the kids are here at our school," she added. "Chemo said that he is proud that his 269-945-9554 grand-niece is carrying on Call for Classifieds LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Sendee............. 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) .. .6 p.m. REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message 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 -616-731-5194 or 1 -517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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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 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. . Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Senrice.. :30 a.m. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School.............................. 10 A.M. Senrice............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 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.m. Wed. Service ......................... 7. p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Sendee............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship.............. 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor • Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors 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 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. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK the family tradition, but he is also proud that these kids have chosen to study another culture; being here is a great honor." Teaching and encouraging young people seems to come naturally to Tony and Chemo, who grew up work­ ing in the fields and living in migrant camps before their family settled in Charlotte in 1942. After he got out of the Air Force in 1959, Tony started volunteering as an assistant football coach. He has served as a volunteer coach for 45 years, the last eight at the high school in Charlotte, where he is one of the co­ founders of the Charlotte Football Pony League. "He was the first Mexican/American exmigrant worker in Michigan to join the Air Force," said Chemo proudly. After Chemo, the first Mexican/American exmigrant worker to graduate from Michigan State University, he spent several years teaching in Lansing schools, in addition to teach­ ing dance at several dance studios in and around the Lansing area. " "We first visited a school to teach music and dance a couple of years ago in Olivet because some of our former classmates worked there, and they asked us .ifwe would do it," said Tony. "Since then, See LATIN, page 4 - O HARRY POTTER AND THE " GOBLET OF FIRE (PG-13) ■ 11:40,3:00,6:20,9:40 ■ o WALK THE LINE (PG-13) ■ 11:00, 1:45, 4:30, 7:15, 10:00 - OZATHURA(PG) 12:15,2:30,4:45,6:55,9:10 ■ CHICKEN LITTLE (G) ■ 11:00, 12:50, 2:45, 4:40, 7:00, 9:00 20oz.DRlNK with S2.50 purchase of 46oz. bag of buttery popcorn I BEST DEAL in’eNewsletter aT L_ _ www_hastings4 com_ __ I । 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 ................ 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL 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. PASTOR DANIEL E. SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 06572988 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 22, 2005 — Page 3 ?\Nk k; S 'v,<<S* t/i S>i >i < <k 'iSvv iSvv /JJ?S? w ^Vi Vi /SSk. . *’s\ It^s It^s ts s\ u? •» r Wl#^ R^S RS ukk iJJv £Su J*wJ JwJ Sj **■ SJjt’sw* *■ Jj w >*s> 5 tfe JSilfc ^|l ?x B C2t |^*Rl*)llSt$l KI P^msbeo^B^ » feiiw fen I >BiliG I School board hears middle school concept presentation by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Last week during its regu­ lar monthly meeting, Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School Assistant Principal Scott Eckhart gave the Maple Valley Board of Education a sneak preview of his presen­ tation at last night’s commu­ nity forum regarding the middle school concept and what it could mean for the district. Eckhart’s presentation titled "What is the purpose of a middle school and what could it do for us?" was bro­ ken down into four topics: What do we have now? What is the difference between a junior high school and a mid­ dle school? Why change? and Findings. Eckhart said that Maple Valley’s Jr./Sr. High is tech­ nically a secondary school, which means it has no grade lower than seventh and at least one grade higher than eighth. He noted that while Maple Valley has been this way since Vermontville and Nashville schools were con­ solidated more than 40 years ago, combined jr./sr. high schools are now in the minority. He said there are differ­ ences between a jr. high school and a middle school. Junior high schools were conceived as a transition or "lower-grade" lower-grade version of high school and could be comprised of grades 7-9, 5­ 9, 6-9, or 8-9, whereas mid­ dle schools are designed to be "developmentally respon­ sive to the social needs of young adolescents" and typi­ cally encompass grades 6-8, but may include grades 5-7, 6-7, 5-8 or 7-8. "Ninth grade is an impor­ tant transition because that is when students start accumu­ lating grades that will count toward their graduation," said Eckhart. In defining what a middle school is, Eckhart added that to meet a young adolescent’s academic needs, a middle school’s curriculum and instruction is connected to the everyday life of the stu­ dent. He noted that there is a trend showing that in recent years there has been a reduc­ tion of 4,022 junior high schools, while there has been an increase of 6,709 middle schools. "From 1970-87 schools comprised of grades 6-8, in the United States have increased 160%," he said. While Eckhart noted that there is difficulty in compar­ ing studies of middle and junior high schools, "studies do show an increase in aca­ demic achievement when a school changes from a junior high to a middle school con­ cept." He said that many districts have chosen to switch to a middle school concept because a middle school is designed to better fit the needs of young adolescents. "Adolescents... 11-14, go through tremendous change... rapid physical growth, changes in moral reasoning, introduction to various social pressures, some of them are, unfortu­ nately, experiencing some of those issues at that age such as sex, drugs, violence..', try­ ing to be accepted by peers, academics are an increasing challenge to them," said Eckhart. "Middle schools are simply better organized to handle these types of situa­ tions; they focus on the intel­ lectual, social and emotional, moral and physical needs of kids." Eckhart said that middle schools have been criticized ^Diana’s T^ace Xtt i MWWW L >«*«" >«« w» KI muM *®t s ■*?< «UP* •■ ** SJS» » (I** *l* ■ sX fjijS KJl<4 J<Jl4 01 The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. 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Citing the finding of the survey of 7th, 9th and 11th graders done by the district’s Assets Committee in 2004, Eckhart said that Maple Valley’s teens reported hav­ ing an average of 20 assets, such as feeling welcome and safe in their school, etc., in their lives, while studies have indicated that students need an average of 30-40 assets to be successful. He said that a middle school’s focus on the unique needs of young adolescents could help the district provide more assets for its students. "We’re moving in this direction simply because members of the community, for a number of years, have had concerns about their 7th and 8th grade students being in the high school influence and where does 6th fit," said Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer. "Years ago when you came up with (the current) configuration, it was a wise move at the time. My understanding of the history is that what we wanted to do was bring our community closer together after the consolidation. We’ve done a good job serving our young­ sters in that configuration, but research has moved on and our knowledge and skills, and have learned more and more about the best way to present education that we need to our students. “What we have found is this group of students, 6th graders, 7th graders and 8th graders... at that time of their life when they are look­ ing for companionship, camaraderie... a lot of social issues, we can do that, but we want to present academic push with that at the same time," he continued. "We know that at that age (the curriculum) has to be pre­ sented in a unique way to capture their interest. That’s what we want to be able to offer this community and our kids so they push our high school staff when they are ready to come out of there and are ready to move on to the next higher level. "You will see at our high school presentation a higher expectation for our students than we have ever had before. And, where is that going to come from? It’s coming from the middle school; it’s going to really begin to push at our kids who are going to be moving on. We’ve done a good job, but we can do better," concluded Kramer. "If our hopes and wishes of a middle school concept comes to fruition, I hope that we can look at a true identity (for our middle school stu­ dents) because right now I believe our middle grades are kind of lacking that iden­ tity," said Eckhart, who noted that 6th graders cur­ rently identify with the grade school, while the 7th and 8th graders identify themselves with the high school. "I real­ ly feel strongly that if any­ thing happens that we come away with a true identity for that middle level of stu­ dents." In other business, the board: • Heard an audit presenta- tion from Rebecca Wall, countries of the former from Yeo & Yeo CPAs and Soviet Republic to the Business Consultants, encap­ 'United States. sulating the results of the • Heard a report from lead­ annual audit. Wall gave a ership student representative brief summery of the dis­ Norm Porter about FFA trict’s general fund budget, fund-raisers and the recent expenditures, general fund trip to the FFA National revenues and expenditures. Convention in Louisville, • Met seven of the eight Kentucky and leadership foreign exchange students class activities and fund-rais­ who are attending Maple ers. Valley High School this • Listened to a Bond year, several of whom are Planning Committee update enrolled through the FLEX from Earl Frasier from King (Future Leaders Exchange) Scott, the company which is program, which brings out­ See SCHOOL, next page standing students from the DONKEY, continued from page 1 This is a photo taken at last year’s Donkey Basketball game. and four riders on each team. One of the donkey teams is comprised of Beetle Bomb, Super Stupid, Elvis, and Rigor Mortis. The other team is formed by Thunder Ball, Snuffy, Kilroy and Honeypot, the world’s buckin’est donkey. Any Community member who would like to participate in donkey basketball and have a good time or even if you would like advanced tickets to watch, call the Maple Valley High school Ag room for more informa­ tion by Dec. 1, ( 517 ) 852­ 9971. If no one answers leave a message and one of the FFA members will return the call. — NOTICE — VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE On November 3, 2005 at the regular meeting of the Vermontville Village Council the Council approved the recom­ mendation from the Village Planning Commission for the rezoning of parcel #051-000-630-100-00, commonly known at 176 W. 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Ml 49073 _ OooloooO �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 22,2005 — Page 4 SOCIAL NEWS LATIN, continued from page 2 we’ve been asked to come to other schools and now that we are getting older we are getting into this more and more. We really enjoy it" Tony said that he noticed that there was a girl who did­ n’t seem to be enjoying her­ self at the beginning of the dance lesson. "She told me she wasn’t in a good mood today. I told her that if she started dancing like the other kids she would be in a good mood too. I asked her later if she was in a good mood and she said, ‘yes!’" he said. "I always say, ‘to believe is to achieve. If you believe it, you can do it,’" agreed Cade. "Kids need to know that somebody believes in them," said Tony. "When they get out of school, they are adults; but right now, they are kids and they need our support and encouragement" Chemo and Tony will con­ tinue to teach and encourage interested students at Maple Valley High School to appre­ ciate and enjoy Latino rhythms throughout the remainder ofthe school year. They will return once a month to work with the stu­ dents who sign up, and they will provide the entertain­ ment at the Spanish Club banquet in May. Cade said she enjoys bringing Latino artists to Maple Valley to work with the students. "I want to open the world to them, so they can come home,” she said. Sheriffs Mounted Division has successful country concert Mid-Michigan residents were entertained last month at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center by country music legend Ronnie McDowell. McDowell sang many of his own hits such as, "Older Women", "The King is Gone", and "Watchin' Girls Go By", as well as songs made famous by Elvis Presley, Conway Twitty and Johnny Cash. Concertgoers comments after McDowell's show were: “diverse talent, engaging per­ sonality and heart-warming charm.” The Eaton County Sheriffs Office Mounted Division sponsored the fund­ raising event to promote domestic violence awareness in Eaton County. The funds raised will be spent on vari­ ous philanthropic projects in Eaton County throughout the year. Setchfield-Emerick wed Kristin Michelle Setchfield and Ryan Bradley Emerick were united in marriage on May 14, 2005 at Grace Community Church in Nashville. Pastor Don Roscoe per­ formed the double ring ceremony before 200 guests. Kristin is the daughter of Dave and Kaye Setchfield of Vermontville. Ryan is the son of Brad and Sue Emerick of Nashville. The bride wore a white strapless gown with beading and subtle, pink embroidered flowers on it. Her veil was cathedral length. She carried a bouquet of 18 pink and yellow tulips. Ronnie McDowell (center) with members of the Eaton County Sheriff's Office The maid of honor was Angela Bursley, sister of the bride. Mounted Division. Bridesmaids were Kari Emerick, sister of the groom; Jessica Kines, Jessica Haines, and Amber Hurd all friends of the bride. The flower girl was Shaylynn Lott, daughter of Jessica Haines. The best man was Michael Meade, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were scott Setchfield, brother of the bride; Kyle Kines, Steve Shipman, and Bryan Faurot, all friends of the groom. The ring bearer was Kellan Flory, son of Amber Auditions for the musi­ Mondays, Tuesdays, and Hurd. cal, Beauty and the Beast, Thursdays from 7-10 p.m. Ushers were Ricky Floyd and Paul Baird, both friends of will be Monday, Nov 21 at Show dates are Feb 3- the couple. Host and Hostess were Mike and Dawn Meade, Residential • Commercial • Farm parents of the best man. 7 p.m. at the Vermontville 12. Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank A reception was held at Mulberry Gardens Banquet Opera House, 211 S. Main Bill Reynolds will not Sales - Service across from the fire sta­ be auditioning any chil- Facility. Kristin and Ryan would like to thank all oftheir famtion. dren Nov 21. He is look­ ily and friends for coming and sharing this special day with 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Forty to 50 actors are ing for a boy to do Chip. If them. The couple honeymooned in Maui, Hawaii and reside in Richard Cobb • David Cobb needed and rehearsals will you are interested, call Vermontville. Auditions set for musical Beauty and the Beast’ start Monday, Dec. 5. Rehearsals will be held on 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville 13476324 Bill and set up an appoint­ ment 269-367-4455. Wanted: Standing Timber Mich. Lie. #23-1748 SCHOOL, continued from previous page---------------consulting with the district on the potential bond issue. More detailed information is available on its website, http://kingscott.com/mvs/mv s.htm. • Approved hiring Bill Breton as the varsity volley­ ball coach for the 2005-06 season and Mary LaSage as the head junior varsity vol­ leyball coach • Adopted the annual Early Childhood Participation Resolution, which is required by the state and allows the district to receive funding for its Early 4s program. • Amended the district’s bus rental policy to allow buses to be rented for use by non-profit organizations. • Approved a motion to set aside current policy and allow Kramer to pre-inter­ view people for the construc- call Hughes Logging LLC tion manager’s position and narrow the field down to no less than two candidates before the board makes and approves the final selection. Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 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 VISA (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & Family Owner/Manager 06605704 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, November 22. 2005 - Page 5 Win a Prize! Color a Picture! 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 2nd. 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, Friday, December 2nd. children must be accompanied by parent or guardian or parents may drop off entries for their children HURRY UP AND ENTER... AND WIN Contest Rules... Get your crayons and join the fun of entering the “Christmas Coloring Contest” in this issue of the Maple Valley News. Six Gift Certificates to be awarded to winners. Your entry just might be the one that is selected, so get busy and color all of the drawings and take your finished pictures to the stores and businesses who have sponsored each, particular drawing you have colored. Entries must be in by noon, Fri., Dec. 2nd. Prizes will be awarded in two separate age categories; one for children six and under the other for kids seven to ten. The first place winner in each category will be awarded a $25 gift certificate 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 participating busi­ nesses. ALL CERTFICATES MUST BE REDEEMED BY MARCH 1, 2006 «MkWMadt,Mtikpi wt&ttHMklih | mdftyiihdltthj an wsHiBij, ndtti WallWW itaiwMhta * iWlIMffljfetal* tastflbbiWfc jjntajtajfcspl^. Naughty or Nice! Address. Age Phone ............ Kenyon’s Sales & Service and Vermontville Auto Parts 151 S. Main • Vermontville ^517-726-0569 or 726-1455^ In My Sleigh Your Presents Go! Name Name Address. Address Age Phone_--------------------------------- Citizens L.L.C. Main Plant 870 S. Main • Vermontville 517-726-0514 Phone. Carl’s Market Nashville 852-0134 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 22, 2005 - Page 6 Today your Savior was born A Snowman Smiles Thru the Sleet & Ice, He Thinks The Weather is Kind ofNice! For Christmas? Name Name. Name Address. Address. Address. A e Phone_________________ Age — Phone________ ____ ____ Phone___:____________ Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. Vermontville Hardware 160 S. Main • Nashville 735 Durkee Street • Nashville 131S. Main • Vermontville 852-9446 ^852-9210 or 800-628-7484 y Musser Service make the holidays a marvel. Name Address Age Phone____________ e Clay’s Dinner Bell 113 N. Main • Nashville 852-9700 �The Mapte Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. November 22. 2005 - Page 7 Address. Address A Age e Phone Phone Maple Valley Implement Good Time Pizza 735 Sherman St. • Nashville 501N. Main, Nashville Age Phone The Lynn Denton Agency Farm Bureau Insurance 111N. Main • Nashville ____ 852-191O 'Santa’s helpers are busy this year making ' Bells Declare Christmas is Near, presentsfor all hisfriends so dear. Watch the Skiesfor Santa’s Reindeer! What a delight to stroll, in the snow so white! Name Name______________________________________ Name______■ Address Address Address Age Phone— — Age Phone_________________________ Hastings City Bank Hometown Lumber & Hardware Nashville Office 219 S. State • Nashville 310 N. Main • Nashville < 852-0790 > 852-0882 Age Phone Mace Pharmacy 219 Main • Nashville 852-08 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, November 22, 2005 — Page 8 fyhmtmas wolouna Let’s All Help to Decorate the Great Christmas Tree ofLove. Name Address. Address. Age ________ Phone_____________________ Age Phone_____________ Shirley’s Chuck Wagon Cafe MOO-Ville Quality Creamery 202 N. Main • Nashville Comer of M-79 & M-66 • Nashville ___852-2500 Angels we have heard on high. Decorationsfor your tree, to help beautify Christmas cheer. Name ____ 852-9003____ ontest Age Phone Styles-R-Us 226 Main St. • Nashville 852-1757 Valu Card sales support Madrid travel scholarships When people buy a $10 Valu Card being sold by Maple Valley High School Spanish students, they are doing more than getting a good bargain. They are sup­ porting travel scholarships that will help the students defer expenses for a trip to Madrid, Spain during Spring Break. "This will be the second time we have gone to Madrid," said Maple Valley High School Spanish teacher Dr. Sandra Cade. "I’m look­ ing for parents and children who are interested in attend­ ing our organizational meet­ ing. We’ll spend 10 days in Madrid, and every morning the students will take Spanish classes at an interna­ tional school with students from around the world. In the afternoons and on week- ends, we will visit museums and the cities of Toledo and Segovia." Cade said she has prom­ ised to raise $200 through the sale ofthe Valu Cards for each student who wishes to go to Madrid. She is also looking for two businesses or organizations willing to donate $1,000 to fully spon­ sor a child who may other­ wise not be able to go on the Grain marketing education continues at MSU Extension Program Eaton County Michigan State University (MSU) Extension will once again host a seminar on grain mar­ keting on Dec. 5, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Extension office in Charlotte. This session is intended for the intermediate level and is a continuation of the ‘Grain Marketing for Beginners’ program that was held in October this year. Presenters Roger Betz, Southwest regional exten­ sion educator from Calhoun County, and Jim Hilker, a MSU professor of agricultur­ al economics, will be return­ ing to discuss further ideas on marketing grain products. The ‘Grain Marketing for Beginners’ program is not a perquisite to attend this inter­ mediate program. "The market is changing everyday with regard to grain prices so anyone can attend the session and ask questions about what options are best suited for them given their farm situation, said Extension Educator George Silva. The homework assign­ ment and other handouts from the first marketing pro­ gram are available online at http://web 1 .msue.msu.edu/e aton/grainmarketing.htm. Subsequent advanced seminars will be held Jan. 23, Feb.28 and March 23. The event is co-sponsored by Eaton County Farm Bureau. The seminar is free, however those interested must register ahead by call­ ing 517-543-2310. trip. The Valu Cards are good for discounts at local busi­ nesses such as Jamie’s Nail Garden, Mancino’s, Hungry Howie’s, Carriage Cleaners, Arby’s, Subway, Shirley’s Chuck Wagon, Roush’ Sidewalk Cafd, Dog House Pet Grooming, Something Special by Kathy,. Massage by Janelle, and more. For a complete list of participating businesses visit www.valucards.com. The students are also sell­ ing homemade salsa pre­ pared from ingredients raised in their own "salsa garden." To purchase salsa or a Valu Card contact a high school Spanish student or call Cade at the high school (517) 852­ 9275. Check it out at the Vermontville Township Library The first Toddler Time in November was an interna­ tional fun-filled event for the 22 children that were here. Sue Merritt from Lansing’s Potter Park Zoo stopped by with many different crea­ tures. There was a Giant African Millipede, a Tenrec (sort of a small hedgehog), a Blue Tongued Australian Shink, a white bunny and a Ring-necked Dove. The chil­ dren were allowed an up close experience with all five critters. New Adult Non-Fiction, Eaton County Michigan 2005 Plat Book and Map Atlas, published by Eaton County in partnership with Eaton County 4-H, Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World edited by Page Talbot, Nanny 911: Expert Advice for all your parenting emergencies, by Deborah Carroll and Stella Reid. Santa makes his arrival at the Vermontville Township Library on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2005 at 1 p.m. He will be here to visit with the children until 3 p.m. Please bring your camera for pictures with Santa. Adult Fiction - book 4 of the Song of Fire and Ice series; A Feast for Crows by George R.R. Martin; Maybe a Miracle by Brian; Hot Flash Holidays, by Nancy Thayer; Ordinary Heroes by Scott Therow (Large Print); Gabriel’s Angel, by Nora Roberts; Six Bits a Day by Elmer Kelton; The Collected Short Stories of Louis L’Amour (Large Print); The Camel Club, by David Baldacci (large print); Infernal, by F. Paul Wilson; The Lord Out of Egypt, by Anne Rice (large print); Toxic Bachelors, by Danielle Steel (large print); A Wedding in December, by Anita Shreve; Light From Heaven, by Jan Karon (large print); Mary, Mary, by James Patterson (large print). New Junior Fiction Snowmen at Night by Mark Buehner. New DVD’s - Bewitched (2005) and Bewitched, the first three episodes of the original Bewitched televi­ sion show from 1964; Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; Christmas with the Kranks. New Donated Videos Sounder (Disney); Frosty’s Winter Wonderland; The City That Christmas Forgot and Nottingham Hill. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 22, 2005 — Page 9 ARREST, continued from page 1 let one person do it because there’s just not that much down there to fool with." Fellow board member Ron Bracy agreed with DeMond. "We made rules that peo­ ple couldn’t take things out of there without permission from the operator or supervi­ sor, Brian Scott, and right now there is only one man who is allowed to take metal out of there," Bracy said. Bracy and Cooley noted that as people bring things to the Transfer-Recycle Station on Saturday, Scott and the other employees sort the recyclable materials and put them in piles and salvageable items are placed off to the side and the trash or rubbish is put into dumpsters to be collected by Waste Management. "Only employees are allowed in or around the VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS BRUSH AND LEAF PICKUP Pickup will End November 25,2005. Please have your leaves and brush at the curbside and in separate piles. There is a $5.00 charge per month put on your water bill if you have a pick up. 06618678 trash boxes. That’s been the rule all along," said Cooley. "People can’tjust go in there and pick something up and take it home. If they want something, they need to talk to Brian, and he’ll set a price." All the board members stressed that the fees collect­ ed for such items are mini­ mal, maybe just a dollar or two. "Any positive cash flow Transfer-Recycle has comes from the townships and the village," said DeMond. It’s not a big money maker and it’s not meant to be; it’s meant to keep stuffoff ofour streets," said Bracy. "Transfer-Recycle is just meant to break even. We may pick up a few bucks here and there for discarded items, but it really doesn’t amount to much." As for allegations of book keeping irregularities, Cooley, Crothers, DeMond and Bracy said there is noth­ ing wrong with the book­ keeping for the Transfer­ Recycle Board. Each of them stated that the changes the Ackleys and others have noted in the monthly financial reports are usually the result of math errors. "Our treasurer (Susie Butler) doesn’t come to the meetings, so she can’t explain the changes when they need to be made," said Bracy. Crothers noted that Transfer-Recycle Board’s books are audited every year by Foote & Lloyd. "If we were doing some­ thing wrong they would catch it," he said. For his part, Scott said he and his fellow workers at the Transfer-Recycle Station take pride in their work, keeping the yard picked up and maintaining a well-run facility. The Transfer-Recycle Station accepts iron, alu­ minum, tin, glass, batteries, used oil and other household refuse. According to Scott and board members, the rules for the Transfer-Recycle station are as follows: • The station is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Nothing is to be left at the site while unattended. • Those dropping offitems at the station should bring proof of residency. The cost is $14 per cubic yard for res­ idents and $28 for non-resi­ dents. • No loitering. Individuals lingering without permission FROST HEATING & COOLING EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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(517) 852-9565 ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS • Residential • Commercial • Farm • Other Well Supplies or disturbing other patrons or otherwise causing a distur­ bance will be asked to leave. • Nothing can be removed from the site without permis­ sion from the supervisor or the Transfer-Recycle Board. • Fees or prices for all items will be set by the Transfer-Recycle Station supervisor or the Transfer­ Recycle Board. Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Public comments, either oral or written, are welcome at the Public Hearing. Handicapped persons needing assistance or aid should con­ tact the Village Office during regular working hours forty eight hours prior to the meeting. Shirley Harmon Village Clerk 06618380 219 N. Main * Nashville • 517.852.0845 • fax 51Z852.0461 • after hours 269.818.7599 Medicare Part D is confusing ■ we can ■ ■ When comes to Medicare Part D, there are many There are also many options. Mace Pharmacy understands this, and we want to help you make the for why HHHH IHHHH bringing you two Financial Services Professionals— Kay Goodemoot and Jeremy Goodemoot from New York Life —right here at the pharmacy to sit down with you, answer your questions, and help you decide what options may be best for you. The Medicare Prescription Drug benefit does not begin until January 1, 2006, and you have until May 15, 2006 to sign up for the program without additional costs. Now is the perfect time to find the answers to your questions so you can make an informed decision. Mace Pharmacy is now scheduling appointments for the following dates: Wednesday, November 23rd and Friday, November 25th from 9am-Noon and 2—5pm Appointments will be scheduled in 10 minute blocks in an effort to accommodate as many people as possible. Please bring information on any current prescription plans, annual income, general assets and savings, and annual prescription costs with you for your appointment. Mace -pharmacy- Call us today at 517*858*0845 or stop by to make an appointment. the spotfor service For more information, you may also call the State of Michigan's Medicare Medicaid Assistance HOTLINE: 800.803.7174 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 22, 2005 — Page 10 Maple Valley’s early lead vanishes against Springport by Jon Gambee Staff Writer Maple Valley saw its basketball season come to a close Monday at the hands of Springport. The Lions went out to an early lead but could not hold it and ended up on the short end of a 54-47 decision. “I’m very proud of the effort we gave tonight,” said Maple Valley Coach Landon Wilkes. “We had opportunities and we did not capitalize on them enough but the effort was there and I am proud of all the girls.” Maple Valley put the first six points on the board with two baskets by Mindy Newton and a field goal by Samantha Pierce. The Lions led 11-9 at the end of the first quarter. Maple Valley ran that lead up with an 8-1 run to start the second period before Springport began fighting back. Using a pressing Baum was instrumental defense and a great floor game by sophomore in the victory for the Jennie Baum, the Spartans Spartans by continually slowly came back. They splitting the defensive tied the game at 23 on a coverage and hitting the free throw by Ellie Mulnix Open person underneath with 1:07 left in the half for easy lay-ups. But Newton was just as and went ahead on a char­ ity toss by Danielle effective on the other side, Pombier with just 52 sec­ as the senior kept her team onds remaining. It was a close down the stretch. lead they would never “It was a great way for a relinquish. Springport led 37-32 going into the final eight minutes. great player to finish out her high school career,” Wilkes said. Newton led all scorers with 22 points on the night. Jessica Winegar added nine for Maple Valley. Mulnix led Springport with 15 points and Pombier added 10. “We are very young,” LEGAL NOTICE SYNOPSIS CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD NOVEMBER 8, 2005 THE TRAFFIC SCENE Called to order by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members .were pres­ ent. There was three people from the public in attendance. Approved the agenda. Minutes from the October meeting were approved as print­ ed. Amended the budget. Accepted the treasurer’s report subject to audit. Approved paying the bills in the amount of 8888.96. A cleaning person will not be hired at this time. Committee reports were given and placed on file. Approved purchasing blood pressure cuffs for the EMS. Approved the snow plowing bid from Kent Hamilton. Approved cashing a Township Improvement CD and placing the monies in the Township Improvement checking. Correspondence was viewed by the board and the public if they wished. Heard public comment. Adjournment. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. 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(N-101) The Lions head back to the locker room after a tough five-point loss to Springport in the Class C district opener in Olivet Monday evening. The Spartans overtook the Lions in the second quar­ ter and held on for victory. (Photo by Perry Hardin) 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, many new improvements, all appli­ ances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 & cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs & perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-117) NOVE IN AT CLOSE EASY DRIVE TO BATTLE CREEK "Country living" large mature yard, 4 bedrooms, 1 st floor laun­ dry, kitchen appliances included. Call Jerry. 2 car garage.(CH-115) VACANT PARCELS: 5.6 ACRES - SE OF HASTINGS! 2 lots, both perked, driveway permits and surveyed. 'In the country". Great view, close to public hunting & fishing. Lois of birds & wildlife. Some restrictions. Call Rick. (VL-99) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer available. Call Homer. ivl-ios) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OK WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer forr more ■details. PRICE REDUCEDI (VC-109 & 110) INCLUDING salepriced items Zippers -'many sizes Sewing Boxes QUESTIONS: ASK US... Call for Classifieds 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 san 06618763 | OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 pm; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am-5:30 pm Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station We are pleased to announce that Russell Ameter, M.D., Family Practitioner, is joining Dr. Joslin at Nashville Family Medicine! Dr. Ameter will be providing patient care on Mondays and Fridays, and he’s now accepting new patients. 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Call Homer. (VL-114) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Chariton Park. Cail Rick. More land available. (vl-98> W at Wffl Ml 15% Off Fabrics HASTINGS ■ ON SOUTH JEFFERSON 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on comer lot. Large yard, many new improve­ ments! 1 Call Hillary. Move In at close. (H-116) 269-945-9554 -FARMSTEAD" ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON Wilkes said after the game, “and it was a great effort by every girl out there. That’s all I can ask for and I’m proud ofevery one of them.” Maple Valley closed its season with an overall record of4-17. PRICE REDUCED ON THIS "TURN OF THE CENTURY" BRIC! IVILLE Call (517) 852-2133 for an appointment. 2 unit with seT] T]rara lyA. :ters, driveways. ■ies, total "k thr blocks to stores at 1-66. Occupancy at close. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer. (IN-111) ) Most Insurances Accepted 750 Durkee St. Nashville, MI 49070 Pennock HEALTH SERVICES �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 22,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale For Rent Community Notices 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR-NASHVILLE 2BD: upstairs apartment Downtown close to everything. $375 + depos- PET: beige,, brand brand new (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 HOUSE FULL OF FURNITURE: Everything must go! (All items less men 2mos. old). Bedrooms, great room, dining, kitchen, living ving room. Solid Oak and Mah ogany, new beds. Too much to list. Cost $8,000. Will sacrifice for $2,500/best. (517)204-0600 it. No- pets. Call (517)543- 7811. STAY WARM IN YOU NEW HOME WITH FREE HEAT:: Emerson Manor Emerson Apartments in Lake Odessa HAS IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR A 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT: This iss an elderly complex for persons 62 years of age or older, handicapped and/or disaSLEIGH BED: queen cherry bled of any age. For further wood with pillowtop mat- information please contact tess set, $175. tress $175 (517)719-8062 (517)7198062 BECKY (616)374-7380 Business Services Automotive MINI STORAGE AVAILA­ BLE, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 1999 FORD F-150 4X4 XLT: units, space your storage 4.2 Liter V-6, 20mpg. New tires, new brakes, 76,000 place, 616-374-1200. miles, short box. AM/FM/ Farm cassette, keyless entry, bed FREEZER BEEF: Makes liner, PW/P Mirrors, cruise, great Christmas present. delay wipers, driver & pasQuarters, halves, whole senger air bags. NADA available. $1.90/lb, includes $11,300. Nice truck, all offers processing. (517)852-0713 considered, $9,000. (269)948­ 7921 leave message. WANTED PASTURE TO RENT for 2006. 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We hope you can join us! Ver­ montville Bible Church is lo­ cated at 250 N. Main Street in Vermontville. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at (517)726-0647. Lost & Found LOST: 1 blue & green male Peacock from S. Clark Rd juesatcoscouthroomf M.-79 acromer. (517)852-0712 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. Innovationsfor Better Health 6604 Foot Pleaser™ Kneading Action Foot Massager Therapist Select™ Adjustable Kneading Shiatsu Massager Foot massager features Shiatsu-style kneading auction and infrared heat. Portable massager has mechanical kneading thumbs, attaches to most chairs and includes headrest. LEGAL NOTICE FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below! MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: John D Shoup and Brenda L. Shoup, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, organized and existing under the laws of Delaware Mortgagee, dated February 22, 2005 and recorded March 7, 2005 in Document Number 1142323 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred FiftyNine Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents ($125,959.35) including interest 10.05% 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 foreclosed by a sale of the mortgaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM on Thursday, December 15, 2005. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Starting at the Southwest comer of the North 8 rods of the South 32 rods of the West 495 feet of the Northwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, for the place of beginning; thence South along the Section line in the center of Barber Road 132 feet; thence East 30 rods; thence North 132 feet; thence West 30 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly .known as 3366 Barber Rd, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemp­ tion period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accor­ dance with 1948CL 600.3241a, in which case the redemption peri­ od shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: NOVEMBER 8, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns. 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MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JASON SWAN, A SIN­ GLE MAN to ARGENT MORT­ GAGE COMPANY, LLC , Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 11, 2004 , as Instrument No. 1135229, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned said mortgagee to by DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST .COMPANY, COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SOUND­ VIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-1 ASSET-BACKED CER­ TIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of two hundred fifteen thou­ sand twenty and 31/100 Dollars ($215,020.31), including interest at 8.000% per annum, with an adjustable rate rider. 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 vendue, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings; Ml , at 1:00 PM on December 15, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 9, LEACH LAKE RESORT, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 1 OF PLATS, PAGE 68, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS 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. DATED: November 15, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COM­ PANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-1 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 Assignee of Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) 5407701ASAP733305 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 08818287 paghetti Qinnvt, December2, 2005 • 5:30-8:00p.m. St. Edwards Family Ctr. 531 Jordan Lake St. (M-50), Lake Odessa The Center Stage Dance Academy Dance Team is expecting another outstanding year! The dance team begins their competition season in January byparticipating in the LA. Danceforce 2 day workshop and competition held at the Hyhtt Regency Hotel in Dearborn. We hope that you will support them by attending a spaghetti dinner. Freewill donation accepted at the door. THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James M. Grantham and Lisa Grantham, husband and wife, to Decision One Mortgage Company, L.L.C., mortgagee, dated October 15, 1998 and recorded October 21, 1998 in Instrument Number 1019694, Barry County Records. Said mortgage is now held by The Bank of New York, as Trustee for First City Capital Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated 11/1/98 by assignment dated October 20, 1998 and recorded on May 24, 1999 in Instrument Number 1029992, Barry County Records. There is claimed to be due on such mort­ gage the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($122,248.25) including interest at the rate of 10.40% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in the mortgage and the statutes of the State of Michigan, notice is hereby given that the mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on December 15,2005. The premis­ es are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast —1/4 of-Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 22; thence North 88 degrees 53 minutes 45 seconds East .70.65 feet along the North line of said sectiorrto the centerline of highway' M-37; thence South 29 degrees 51 min­ utes 15 seconds East 1235.27 feet along said centerline; thence North 86 degrees 40 minutes 02 seconds East 67.10 feet to the Northeasterly right of way line of highway M-37 for a point of beginning; thence North. 86 degrees 40 minutes 02 seconds East 184.77 feet; thence North 74 degrees 57 minutes 39 seconds East 194.16 feet; thence North 29 degrees 50 minutes 6 seconds West (previously recorded as North 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds West) 235.81 feet; thence South 78 degrees 34 min­ utes 19 seconds West 372.14 feet (previously recorded as South 78 degrees 33 minutes 29 seconds West 372.29 feet) to the Northeasterly right of way line of Highway M-37; thence South 29 degrees 50 minutes 34 seconds East (previously recorded as South 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds East) 221.28 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless the property is determined aban­ doned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of the sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale in the event a 3rd party buys the property and there is a simultaneous resolution with the borrower. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited sole­ ly to the return of the bid amount tendered at’ sale. Dated: November 17, 2005 ORLANS ASSOCIATES PC Attorneys for The Bank of New York, as Trustee for First City Capital Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated 11/1/98 , As Assignee P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 (248) 457-1000 File No. 231.1158 Property Address (do not publish): 4700 Middleville Road, 49333 JLMASAP733298 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 06618292 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 22, 2005 — Page 12 Unique Shops of the Country Holiday Shopping Tour” set Tired of driving to the city and dealing with the traffic and the crowds at the shop­ ping malls during the holiday season? Ten businesses have banded together to offer an alternative holiday shopping experience, “The Unique Shops of the Countryside Holiday Shopping Tour” from 9 a .m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1,9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 and 9 a .m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Shops on the tour offer a wide variety of items, every­ thing from handcrafted decor to furniture. Pig In The Poke evokes simpler times with its primi­ tive cabinets and decor. Meadow Ridge offers many unique items for adults and 'Tis The Season Gallery offers a variety of of hand­ crafted seasonal decorative and gift items like these. children. Kountry Treasures in Nashville, owned by three sisters has a “Parisian feel.” MOO-ville Creamery bottles and sells fresh milk and J & L Country Store sells “just about everything needed to make delicious holiday treats.” Tis the Season and Campbell’s Country Crafts offer a variety ofhandcrafted items and will also offer Christmas trees, grave blan­ kets, grave pillows, wreaths and poinsettias from Taylor Nursery of Bellevue. In addition to their usual offerings, each shop will hold a special event during the tour. Campbell’s Country Crafts in Vermontville will offer a hand-painted Christmas ornament free with a $10 purchase. Riverside Oak Furniture will hold a drawing for a piece of furniture valued at over $200. Meadow Ridge, Pig In The Poke, Dowling House, and Maple Thyme Farms will offer free refreshments. Maple Thyme Farms, a for­ mer Bed and Breakfast, now converted back to a single family home, will offer tea and cookies by the fire in the pool house. MOO-ville will offer a free drink with each lunch purchased. J & L Country Store will hold an Amish bake sale. Kountry Treasures will hold a draw­ ing for a $50 gift certificate, and Santa and his elves will be on hand at Tis the Season Gallery 6 -8 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. - noon and 3-6 p.m. on Saturday. Maps and punch cards are available at Campbell’s County Crafts, Tis the Season Gallery, Meadow Ridge. MOO-ville Creamery, J & L County Store, Pig In The Poke, Kountry Treasures, and Riverside Oak Furniture-or by contacting Kim Campbell (517) 726-0269. Shoppers with a full punch card can redeem their card for free gift wrapping of all their store purchases at Tis the Season Gallery Friday and Saturday. In addition, a special “Santa’s North Pole Mail Box” will be set up at Tis the Season Gallery starting Nov. 15. Starting on that date, one of Santa’s “elves” will col­ The shelves of J&L Country Store are stocked with a lect children’s letters to wide selection of bulk foods and baking supplies. Santa at the gallery and Campbell’s Country Crafts. For a $5 fee, to defray the cost of postage, stationary and printing, parents can ensure that their children receive a letter signed by Santa, stating their Christmas wishes. All chil­ dren are welcome to mail their letters at the two shops. For more information call Babette Burnett (517)541­ 3163 or log onto www. michiganart sand­ crafts, com/fairs, hmt and click on events to download River Side Oak Furniture in Vermontville will hold a a map and information. drawing for this drop-leaf table during the Unique Shops of the Countryside Holiday Shopping Tour. 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CITIZENS & HANOVER INSUtAMT � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-11-29.pdf b698eabd6d28d2edffbae0ff2607434b PDF Text Text MAP'e N GS Ml Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 48, November 29, 2005 A local paper oftoday! Maple Valley Middle School forum draws sparse crowd by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Only about 12 members of the community joined a dozen or so Maple Valley School’s administrators and staff for the community forum on the possibility of establishing a separate mid­ dle school sixth through grade students in the district. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer opened the forum by stating that the Board of Education has established enhancing stu­ dent achievement as its pri­ mary goal. To obtain that goal, the board is looking at enhancing early childhood education, establishing a middle school and restructur­ ing the high school. He said the board of education will decide in January whether or not to pursue the renewal of an expiring millage, to fund these changes. Scott Eckhart, the assis- tant principal of Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School, gave a Power Point presenta­ tion on the delineating the difference between a junior high and a middle school. His presentation was broken down into four topics: What do we have now? What is a the difference between a jun­ ior high and a middle school? Why change? and findings. Eckhart said that the way Maple Valley’s Jr./Sr. High School has been configured since the Nashville and Vermontville School Districts were consolidated 40 years ago is classified as a secondary school, which means it has no grade lower than seventh and at least one grade higher than eighth. He noted that secondary schools are now in a minority. He explained that junior high schools emerged after the end of World War II. Eckhart said that as people realized the need for more than an eighth grade educa­ tion, the junior high schools were developed as a transi­ tion from elementary school and a preparation for high school. In comparison middle schools began to emerge 25 years ago, and were seen not as a preparation for high school but as a way to met the special social and aca­ demic needs of young ado­ lescents. Eckhart explained that middle schools exist in a variety of configurations and include grades 5-8. Eckhart said that Maple Valley is considering the change to a middle school, separate from the high school because in recent years parents have begun expressing their concerns over having seventh and eighth grade students share the same facilities as high school students and a middle school would be designed to meet the social and academic from the high school and needs of sixth to eighth grade how it would be funded. students. In short, Kramer said that He concluded by saying the curriculum presented by that while studies provide no DeSoto, should the district conclusive evidence that decide to buy into the pro­ middle schools provide gram would be used only be stronger academics than jun­ used one hour a day, the rest ior high schools, there is evi­ of the time students would dence that middle schools attend their regular math, are better equipped to meet language arts, science, social the social and developmental needs of young adolescents. Brian DeSoto, a consult­ ant from Paxton/Patterson, a firm which markets a com­ puter lab-based career explo­ ration curriculum for ele­ mentary through high school-aged students gave an by Sandra Ponsetto approximately 20 minute StaffWriter presentation ofhow his com­ The Nashville Village pany’s products could be Council, with trustees used in a middle school. After his presentation, Kimberly Knoll and Justin Kramer fielded questions Shotts absent, voted unanifrom the audience, most of mously last week to approve which centered on academ­ amendments to the village ics, how the proposed middle ordinance establishing rates, school would be separated charges, rules for use, instal­ lation and service of the water supply system. During the public hearing held before the regular meet­ ing, several village landlords who were on hand ques­ tioned the proposed 30-day wait before the village would shut off water service for delinquent payment. One landlord stated she enough to address need (e.g. needs assessment shows high had been experienced probsexual risk-taking behavior lems with tenants not paying their bills and she solved it See CLINIC, page 12 by telling them if they didn’t pay their water bill by the 10th of the month when it is due, their water would be shut off the next day. “I didn’t have any prob­ lems after that,” she said. She and some of the other landlords said they felt the village waiting until the 11th of the following month (30 days) to shut off water for non-payment, was unfair to the landlords who often get stuck paying the water bills run up during the interim. Village President Frank Dunham said the ordinance previously allowed for shut­ off of water service to a resi­ dence for delinquent pay- No state-funded health clinic for Maple Valley High School by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter The Barry-Eaton District Health Department received a letter last month from the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH), stating that there will be no state funding for a proposed Child and Adolescent Health Center at Maple Valley High School. “It was to be a two-step process. We applied for and won an approximately $60,000 planning grant and then we had eight months to put together a full grant application with all the who, what, where, when, why and hows,” said Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer, who noted that the MDCH made its decision based on the results of that grant application. In summarizing the BarryEaton Department’s grant application, the MDCH list­ ed its strengths and weak­ nesses which it felt would help the district assess needs and possibly access other local, state and federal resources, something which Kramer said the Maple Valley school district is interested in pursuing. The strengths of the dis­ trict’s application were: 1) the capacity of the sponsor­ ing agency, 2) the space and layout available, 3) funding sources are clearly delineat­ ed, 4) well written documen­ tation, which provide a picture of the needs of the com- munity. The application’s weak­ nesses were: 1) the need is only moderate, 2) support services are not intensive studies and other classes. He also noted that the district’s MEAP scores have indicated that Maple Valley students, across all grade levels need to improve their writing skills, the district has adopt­ ed a new strategy to incorpo­ rate teaching writing skills See MIDDLE, page 2 Nashville amends water ordinance ment only after 60 days, and the village has to follow state statutes and guidelines when establishing and amending its ordinances. In other business, the council heard a complaint from Richard and Laurie Sunior, who own a rental property in Nashville for which they received a water and sewer bill totaling $1,300 for all ofthe month of July. The Suniors appeared before the council earlier this year to dispute the bill’s accuracy, which stated that the unit in question used 228,000 gallons (approxi­ mately five gallons per minute) for the month. They said the typical water use for that unit is around 7,100 gal­ lons. The Suniors said the Nashville Department of Public Works (DPW), head­ ed by Darrell Clements Jr., had investigated, but could find no leaks at the site, replaced the meter and had it tested, and recently sent them a letter stating that tests of the old meter indicated that it was not defective so they would be held responsi­ ble for the full amount of their July bill, which was to be paid in $200 monthly increments. Dunham said that the vil­ lage is bound by law to col­ lect payment for all meter See WATER, page 3 In This Issue Nashville group donates holiday banners Representatives from the Nashville Development Committee presented the Nashville Village Council with 17 holiday banners that will decorate Main Street this holiday season. The banners were purchased with a portion of the profits the com­ mittee generated from the Nashville Harvest Festival. Pictured are (front row, from left) Kathy Joppie and Kendra Hughes, (back row) Ron Bracy, James Dunham, Steve Joppie, Clay Chapman, Frank Dunham, Mike Kenyon and Mary Coll. • Nashville Noel set for Friday evening • Eaton County dog license fees posted • ‘Of Christmas Past’ slated for Dec. 11 • Lions fill ten spots on All-Barry County first teams �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, November 29,2005 — Page 2 Nashville Noel set for Friday evening Committee. "We’re asking residents to put up their Christmas decorations before that night. We’re having a contest and we’re giving away two $50 gift certifi­ cates to Bronner’s of Frankemuth." Joppie noted that the com­ mittee is contributing to downtown’s festive look during Nashville Noel and the holiday season. The com­ mittee donated the 17 holi­ day banners that decorate the lamp posts downtown and they will decorate the gazebo in the park next to the police station in conjunction with Friday night’s event. Children are also invited to visit Santa at Mace Pharmacy in downtown Nashville during the event. "We’re hoping everyone will come down and enjoy shopping in the holiday Everyone is invited to come to downtown Nashville from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, to partake and enjoy the festive atmosphere, shop and ride Barry County Transit’s Holly Trolley to view Christmas lights around the town as part of Nashville Noel. The holiday celebration is sponsored by the Nashville Development Committee and the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce. "We’ve asked our busi­ ness owners to stay open a little longer than normal on that night so people can come downtown and shop and enjoy a meal in one of Nashville’s restaurants before they ride the Holly Trolley to see the Christmas lights," said Steve Joppie, the co-chairperson of the Nashville Development STAN atmosphere, ride the Holly Trolley and maybe stop at one of our fine restaurants Give a memorial that can go on forever for coffee and dessert before they go home," said Joppie. MIDDLE, continued from page 1-----across the entire curriculum. Kramer said the board would decide at its regular meeting, scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 8, whether or not to put the bond issue to support the proposed changes before the voters during the regular 2006 school election. He said they are contemplating ask­ ing to either renew the entire six-mill levy approved by voters for school expansion and improvements in 1998, or renewing it at its current rolled-back rate. He emphasized that, since bond money can not be used for operating costs, the board Celebrating 50 Years in the Community! t’s not by accident that we’ve represented our 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 BCF or call (269) 945-0526. is committed to the idea that no changes will be made unless they can fit into the district’s current operations budget. Kramer added that because of that commitment, the district is not looking at building a separate middle school, but rather a way to divide the current facility, possibility adding new class­ rooms, while using the same physical plant for both the high school and the middle school. In closing, Kramer invited everyone to attend next month’s community forum on high school restructuring which will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19, in the high school cafeteria. 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Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Church Service Sunday School...... (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School.................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... .................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM ........ 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School...................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville Morning Celebration................... .10 a.m.Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Smail Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children's Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 111 N. 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For more information, please contact animal con­ trol at (517) 543-5755. Maple Valley junior Jarred Goris was named to the 2005 All­ Barry County first team defense last week for his performance for the Maple Valley Lions this fall. Goris led the Lions with 64 tackles this season, and also started on the other side of the ball as an offensive guard. Problem” People. Ask us about KEN Eaton County dog license fees posted KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Worship Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road f1Z2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School............................. 10 A.M. Service............................. 11:15 P.M. Service.................................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship ............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service................................... 11 a P.M. Service.................................... 7 Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE ST. ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ............... 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer ........... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............... 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 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.................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School 9:45a 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 . .. 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwlck 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided . Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 29,2005 — Page 3 Barry County Transit reveals schedule for Nashville area by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Starting Dec. 15, Barry County Transit will make regularly scheduled stops in Nashville, every Thursday and, starting Dec. 20, will be available to transport com­ modities recipients to the new distribution site at Thomapple Valley Church in Schroeder-Thorne Ken and Collette Schroeder of Dansville and Michael and Stephanie Thorne of Vermontville, would like to announce the engagement of their children, Nichole and Matt. Nichole graduated from Dansville High School in 2001 and pursued her education at Hope College in Holland. She graduated in May2005 with a bachelor’s degree in elementary educa­ tion. She is currently substi­ tute teaching in the Ingham Intermediate School District. Matt graduated from Maple Valley High School in 2001 and earned his bache­ lor’s degree in business man­ agement from Hope College in May 2005. He is currently working in law enforcement. Their wedding date has been set for May 6, 2006 in Nashville. Hastings on the third Tuesday of every month. “We had a very exciting meeting on Friday. Joe Bleam (Barry County Transit manager and transportation coordinator) met with some of our local landlords, and representatives from the aca­ demic and faith community,” said Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church - and the executive director of MVCCOH. “As a result, we’ll have pretty active bus service in Nashville and between Nashville and Hastings every Thursday, so people can do their shopping and go to their medical and other appoint­ ments; and, people who get commodities can ride the transit to TVC and pick up their commodities every third Tuesday. This is avail­ able to us because of the millage increase that was approved during the last election.” Bleam said the transit schedule may “need tweaking,” but initial plans are for the transit bus to pick up commodities recipients at 9:30 a.m. at the MVCCOH on the third Tuesday of the month and transport them TVC, then pick them up around noon to transport them back to Nashville. “If we find out it doesn’t take two hours for them to pick up their commodities we' can shorten the time; we’ll just see how it goes,” said Bleam. Bowden said that those who get commodities and also receive food from the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf don’t need to worry about missing the 10 a.m. to noon pickup at the MVCCOH. “They can just come into the center and register and we’ll box up their food and have it ready for them when they come back,” she said. The preliminary transit schedule for Thursdays, starting Dec. 15, is as fol­ lows: • 7 - 7:10 a.m., transit arrives in Nashville • 7:20 - 7:30 a.m., pickup at Maple Valley Arms apts., followed by stops at Nashville Park apts. and the MVCCOH. The transit will also pick up those who phone in requests, for a ride at that time. • 8 - 8:15 a.m., arrive at Pennock Hospital in Hastings • 9:30 a.m., return to Nashville • 9:30-11:30 a.m.,the transit will be in Nashville to provide transportation in and around the village for gro­ cery shopping, medical appointments, the Commission on Aging meals sites, etc. • 11:30 a.m., transit leaves water usage and the only action the council could take would be to excuse the sewer usage fee for the month in question. Village Council Trustee Mike Kenyon, a member of the sewer and water board, suggested that further inves­ tigation was needed. At the suggestion of Trustee Ron Bracy the Sunior’s payment for the water bill in question was suspended pending the investigation and findings and recommendation of the village water and sewer committee. business the • Approved its mid-year budget amendments which The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday — Friday Gary and Kathy Nickel to celebrate 40th wedding anniversary Gary and Kathy Nickel will be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary on December 11,2005. Kathy, who is a lifelong resident of the Nashville area, and Gary, formerly from St. Ignace, were married at the Zion Lutheran Church in Woodland on December 11, 1965. included a $4,519 increase in Gary worked for General Motors and retired in 1999. general revenues and an Kathy worked for Maple Valley Schools and retired in increase of in general expen- 2000. ditures $28,166. The In October of this year they celebrated their anniverincrease in expenditures is sary by traveling to the Hawaiian Islands. On December due in part to library mainte- 10, their children Nicole (Tom) McMillen, Kerry (Ray) nance (a $7,800 increase), Orns, and David (Sharon) Nickel will be honoring their DPW equipment parts (an parents’ anniversary at the Mulberry Gardens Banquet $11,000 increase) and other Facility in Nashville with family and friends. miscellaneous expenses. They have three grandchildren: Emily, Marah and • Approved Christmas Gavin. Kathy’s mother, Agnes Lathrop who is 93 years bonuses for both full- and old, resides in Charlotte. WATER, continued from page 1--------------------- — In other council: ‘Diana’s Dfiace for Hastings for stops at the Secretary of State, Pennock, shopping, etc. • 1:30 p.m., transit returns to Nashville to provide local transportation until 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m., return to Hastings “The early morning run is primarily for those who need to get to Pennock for early, fasting blood work. Also, there may be an opportunity for those who live in Hastings and work in Nashville to ride the transit because we’ll be running pretty close to the 7:30 to 3:30 shift,” said Bleam. There are student and sen­ ior citizen rates available in addition regular price fares. Pre-paid bus passes, may also be available. As an introductory offer for Nashville riders, the first five rides are free by calling the MVCCOH (517) 852-0664 or Barry County Transit (269) 948-8098. part-time village employees. • Accepted athy Honsberger’s resignation from the Village g Events Committee and tabled the appointment of a replace­ ment for interim Zoning Administrator Ron Bracy until the council’s Dec. 8 meeting. Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS ‘Of Christmas Past’ slated for Dec. 11 Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Historic Charlton Park's Christmas wishes and all par­ turn-of-the-century village ents to bring their cameras park will be the setting for when they visit the old fash­ the annual celebration of “Of ion saint. There will be Dulcimer Christmas Past,” a recreation of the sights, sounds, tastes music in the church on and activities of the late Sunday, Dec. 11. Handmade ornaments by 1800s. The weekend activities students from area elemen­ will be held Saturday and tary schools win decorate the Sunday, Dec. 10 and 11, villages' homes, stores and from noon to 5 p.m. Visitors church. The gift shop will are invited to stroll through feature an array of holiday the village's shops and homes toys, games and keepsakes as the "residents" prepare for for all ages. Admission to Christmas the holidays. Adults and children are Past is $6 for adults and $3 welcome to try their hands at for children ages 5 to 12. traditional crafts and orna­ There is no additional cost ments, including hand­ for crafts. For more information dipped candles. Volunteer artisans will demonstrate about the “Of Christmas celebration, celebration, call their skills in the village Past” Charlton Park at (269) 945­ buildings. Everyone is encouraged to 3775 or visit the website sample traditional holiday www.charltonpark.org Charlton Park is located at fare, wassail, and fresh roast­ ed chestnuts. St. Nicholas 2545 S. Charlton Park Road, reminds all the good girls just north of M-79 between and boys to bring their Hastings and Nashville. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 HOUSEHOLD REFUSE COLLECTIOH CUNTRACT RID The Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for the authorized household refuse collection agent for the Village. Any com­ pany interested in bidding should send in their bid to the Village Office. Any ques­ tions can be directed to the Clerk at 517­ 852-9544. All bids must be submitted in writing before 5:00 p.m. on January 6, 2006 to the Nashville Village Office, 203 N. Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to reject any and all bids. 06619146 Call any time. Bob Dormer, ___ ___ __ 517-726-1084 _ 06605333 Unique Shops Countryside... four Thur., December 1st 9am 6pm Fri., December 2nd 9am -8pm Sat., December 3rd 9am - 6pm Spend the day at 10 Unique Shops in the Vermontville/Nashville Countryside • Santa & His Elves • Amish Bake Sale • Refreshments • Gift Certificate Drawing • Door Prize Drawing • Free Ornament with purchase • Free Gift Wrapping • Handmade Gifts • Amish Furniture • Primitives & Folk Art • Baking Supplies • Unique Gifts For more information go to www.micbiganartsandcrafts.com to check on events k Or call Kim at 517-726-0269 06619047 �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, November 29,2005 — Page 4 ‘What’s New’ at Vermontville Twp. Library John “Jack” Adams NASHVILLE John “Jack” Adams, age 63, of Nashville (formerly of Holt), passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 19, 2005 at his home in Maple Grove Township. Jack was bom in Grand Rapids, on June 20,1942, the son of the late Lyle and Eleanor (Sumner) Adams. He was raised in the Portland area and attended area schools there. Jack was the owner of Adams Heating and Cooling in Holt for over 37 years. He was the husband of Ruth (Hulberg) Adams. The For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 couple was married in October 1964, in Grand Ledge. They made their home together in the Holt area while Jack operated Adams Heating arid Cooling. Jack loved the outdoors and animals. In 1994 the couple moved to the Nashville area so Jack could enjoy its country environ­ ment. Every night Jack would sit on his porch and talk to the deer as they came to his back yard for their evening feeding. Jack also enjoyed feeding “Tommy” the turtle hotdogs . as he mowed around his pond. Jack was an avid wood­ worker, and enjoyed collect­ ing guns, .and coins. Along with his beloved wife, Ruth, the couple loved to travel together. Over the years they have visited such destina­ tions as Spain, The Bahamas, Austria, Ireland, and several other locations all over the world. Jack was a true example of a self made man. He was the founder and operator of Adams Heating and Cooling, which he actively ran for 37 years. Jack’s commitment to his business could be seen throughout the Lansing and surrounding areas. The sense of humor which Jack carried with him throughout his day Santa Claus will make his annual visit to the Vermontville Township Library at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. He will be available until 3 p.m. to visit with the children and listen to their Christmas wishes. Please bring your camera for photos with Santa. Also on Dec. 3, as part of the Village Grand Re-open­ ing celebration, the library will be offering half price video rentals. All videos and DVDs will be $1 for three days. This special price applies to patrons with a cur­ rent library card, and who are members in good standing. Registration for the adult winter reading program "Let it Snow...so we can build a snowman" will begin Tuesday, Dec. 6. Beginning on Jan. 3, participants will to day life will never be for­ gotten. Jack is survived by his beloved wife, Ruth; his Commission bcIHlj CCXWllU daughter, Jackie (Richard) on Aging [pwf] Beshore; his son, John Schedule 7 Adams; brothers, James of Events (Sharon) Adams, Eugene Herrington; and six grand­ Meals Site and Meals on children. Wheels Noon Meal He was preceded in death Wednesday, Nov. 30 by his brother, Michael, and Roast beef w/cheese, garhis sister, Joan. Funeral services were held banzo bean salad, peaches, whole wheat bread. at The Daniels Funeral Thursday, Dec. 1 Home in Nashville on Ham salad spread, broccoli Wednesday, November 23, raisin salad, applesauce, 2005. In lieu of flowers', memo­ white bread. Friday, Dec. 2 rial contributions may be Turkey pasta salad, Cole made to the Barry-Eaton Hospice Team or The slaw, mandarin oranges. Monday, Dec. 5 American Cancer Society. California reuben spread, Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels pea and cheese salad, fruited jello, rye bread. Funeral Home, Nashville. receive a "snowman kit." Each snowman body part is assigned a genre ofbook that must be read in order to earn the body part. A total of 11 books must be read in order to build a snowman. After building the first snowman, readers will receive a book bag of good­ ies. Each snowman built after the first will earn a trip to the gift box. Every title read will be entered into a drawing for prizes donated by local merchants. The "Let it snow..... Somewhere else!" drawing will be held on April 4. Some of the prizes donated so far include a manicure from Jamie’s Nail Garden, A Gold Canyon Candle donated by Massage by Janelie, and two New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Enrollments due in Extension Office. Dec. 1 Dec. 1 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Fundraising Meeting, 6:30 p.m., First United Dec. 5 Methodist Church. Dec. 6 Non-Livestock Developmnental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dog Developmental Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 6 Extension Office. Dec. 8 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m. Extension Office. Dec. 14 Horse Judging Team Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Dec. 15 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Barry Expo Center. Dec. 23-26 Christmas Holiday,’ County Buildings Closed. Dec. 30 New Year Holiday, County Buildings Close. Nov. 29 Nashville VFW 8260 Meatloaf sandwich, pick­ led beets, pineapple, whole wheat bread. Penny Supper Saturday, December 3, 5:30 ■ 7:00pm Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Nov. 30 Roast Pork & Dressing Meat Loaf Ziti w/Italian sausage, broccoli, winter squash, fruit­ ed jello. Thursday, Dec. 1 Sliced turkey w/gravy, mashed potatoes, diced beets, peaches, dinner roll. M os War Mtf Friday, Dec. 2 Tuna noodle casserole, California blend, corn, plums. 15% Off Fabrics Monday, Dec. 5 rand Openin eekend December 1, 2 & 3 Stop by and enter our Free Drawings for ... Russ® Bear Balloon Bouqu 1 Dozen Roses 234 N. Main • Nashville (517) 852-9224 DVDs: Skeleton Key (PG­ 13), Madagascar (PG) Adult Fiction: Hell’s Canon, by T.T. Flynn Adult Fiction in large print: Book 6 in the Cape Light series, A Christmas Angel by Thomas Kinkade, A Covington Christmas by Joan Medlicott, There’s something about Christmas by Debbie Macomber, A simple gift by Karyn Witmer Adult Non-Fiction: The New Complete Joy of Home Brewing, by Charlie Papazian Junior Fiction: Angels in Pink: Holly’s Story, by Lurlene McDaniels. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Tuesday, Dec. 6 All Tint Gita Pampered Chef gift pack­ ages. More items have been arriving daily. Beans-n-franks, broccoli, apricots, dinner roll. • Zippers - many sizes • Sewing Boxes, Buttons, Notions • Gift Certificates Chicken and dumplings, carrots, Brussels sprouts, fresh apple. QUESTIONS: Events Wednesday, Nov. 30 Hastings Euchre 12:302:30 p.m., Nails. Delton Reminiscence, Birthday Party. Woodland - Nashville 5. Thursday, Dec. 1 Hastings - Line Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Morehouse Kids. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV time. Friday, Dec. 2 - Hastings Bingo; Oil Painting. Woodland - Visiting. Monday, Dec. 5 - Hastings - Card Making; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Nashville 5; December Birthday Party; Holiday Adventure 9 a.m. H, W, N Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 6 - Hastings - Line Dancing, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance, 1 p.m. Nashville - Glaucoma Testing 11:30 a.m. sale pricedfabrics INCLUDES Tuesday, Dec. 6 SiotenA yMtieA 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 01537671 r | Htf/st Cleaners Pick-Up Station ***Correction*** The Buckland Insurance Agency, after several proof readings, recently sent out a newsletter. The telephone number for the Hastings Branch Office was misprinted! The Correct number is 269-9^8-3720 CTI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 29,2005 — Page 5 From Our Readers Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Parents at program were inconsiderate To the editor: On Wednesday, Nov. 16, the kindergartners in Mrs. Brehm’s and Mrs. Krolie’s classes put on a Thanksgiving program for their parents and siblings. These kids worked very hard to put this on, as well as their teachers. My son, as well as many other children, were so excit­ ed about doing this. I am so disappointed in some of the parents of these kids. I sat up close to the stage and could barely hear these kids over certain par­ ents who didn’t have the courtesy to stop talking or take their little ones, who were crying and running around, out of the room. At the end of the program, as the kids were walking off stage, they went up to the microphone and said their name for us. Well, sdme of the audience was so loud you weren’t able to hear that at all, either. What has our community come to that we can’t even support our children in some­ thing they work so hard for that we can’t even support our children in something they work so hard for that we can’t even give them the respect of listening to them? Why would they want to try and work so hard at something if they feel nobody is going to listen and encourage them at it? You parents know who you are. Please think about it next time. The other three classes were to do their program, the following Thursday, I hope they had better luck. Lisa Nelson, Parent of the kindergartner, Nashville Activities keep FFA members busy The Maple Valley FFA has a busy November month. Three activities that the chapter has done in recent weeks were the Michigan Broiler contest, the Region I Bowling Outing and the Region I Discussion meet. On Nov. 3, Mr. Saari’s 6th hour animal science class along with some of the FFA members attended the State broiler contest in Fowlerville. Every year the Plant and Animal Biology class raises chickens in the Maple Valley Ag. Bam. This year the class started offwith 150 chickens and ended up having a high mortality rate due to the birds getting stressed out. Mortality rates and slow growing chickens caused the contest score to be lower than usual this year. "This was a great learning experience and I hope next year will be better," Saari said. On Nov. 9 at Olivet High school, some of the Maple Valley FFA members attend­ ed a Regional leadership contest called the discussion meet. The following mem­ bers that attended were Amber Cantrell, Amber Hamilton and Emily Eldred. The discussion meet consists of a choice of two different topics and two rounds. The contest is set as a round table discussion on current agri­ cultural products. The con­ testants get judged on how well they respond to the question and how much they know about the topic. The two questions for this years discussion meet were, "How will educational pro­ grams improve public per­ ception of agriculture?" and "Where will tomorrow’s agricultural work force come from?" Emily Eldred advanced to the final round ofthe contest, but unfortunately did not make it to the state contest. Amber Hamilton said, "The discussion meet was a great learning experience. It taught me not to be afraid to speak your mind on what you know, and I’m looking forward to doing this next year.” On Nov. 12th the Maple Valley FFA held the first dis­ trict bowling outing at Ken Nottkes in Battle Creek. The turnout was very successful. Chapters attending were Centerville, Maple Valley and Calhoun County Tech Center. A total of 34 people participated in the outing from the three schools. The Maple Valley FFA chapter is Spaghetti LDinnai December 2, 2005 • 5:30-8:00p.m. St. Edwards Family Ctr. looking forward to holding another bowling trip next year with a lot more people. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner 531 Jordan Lake St. (M-50), Lake Odessa The Center Stage Dance Academy Dance Team is expecting another outstanding year! The dance team begins their competition season in January byparticipating in the L.A. Danceforce 2 day workshop and competition held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Dearborn. We hope that you will support them by attending a spaghetti dinner. Freewill donation accepted at the door. GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 Eaton County 4-H Drama Club to perform Ebony Scrooge, A Modern Christmas Carol" The Eaton County 4-H Drama Club will present "Ebony Scrooge, A Modem Christmas Carol," written by D.M. Bocaz-Larson. The performance, based on Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol, will be at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 at the Oaks Theater in Olivet. Ebony Scrooge is set in a modem era and stars a female version of Scrooge named Ebony who happens to be a restaurant owner and going through much of the same turmoil as Scrooge did in the classic version. Admission is free for this production. For more infor­ mation, please contact Jean Lowe at 517-543-8645 or by email at thelowes@acd.net. Buthland Insurance Agency, Inc. Delton 11260 Sprague Rd Delton, MI 49046 269-623-5115 800-223-3590 Hastings 629 West State St. Hastings, MI 49058 269-948-3720 888-223-3590 fin Independent figent represents a variety of insurance companies and researches these firms to find you the best combination of price, coverage and service to meet the individual needs of the client. GMAC Insurance Authorized Agent CITIZENS &. HANOVER INSUtASa- er<j)ance ~, T:CO pjn" 06618778 I076 NASHVILLE HWY. HW VERMONTVILLE Now accepting MasterCard & Visa VILLAGE COUNCIL VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Council Member, Bracy, supported by Council Member Coll, moved the adoption of the following ordinance: ORDINANCE 11-22-05 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 2 & 3, ORDINANCE NO. 72, ENTITLED “AN ORDI­ NANCE ESTABLISHING RATES, CHARGES AND RULES FOR THE USE, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE OF THE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM OF THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, COUNTY OF BARRY, MICHIGAN” THE VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Amendment of Section 2, Ordinance No. 72. That Section 2, Ordinance No. 72 is amended to read in its entirety as follows: A. SECTION 2. A. Bills for the rates and charges established by the Village shall be sent monthly. All bills shall be payable on the 10th of the month, and shall be paid at the office of the Clerk of the Village of Nashville. If any charges for the services of the System are not paid by the 10th the month in which it shall become due and payable, a delayed payment charge of 10 percent of the amount of the bill shall be added and collected therewith. If any bills for the service of the System remain unpaid 30 days after the due date, the water supply for the premises shall be turned off and shall not be turned on again except upon payment of the full amount then due and owing, plus a turn-off/turn-on charge of $30.00. Water/sewer bills will remain in the property owner’s name in accordance with state law. The Village will not turn water off at the request of a third party but only in accordance with the terms of this Section 2 and state law. B. Where the Village is properly notified in accordance with state law that a tenant/lessee is responsible for water service charges, no such service shall be commenced or continued to such premises until there has been deposited with the Village Clerk a sum sufficient to cover three times the average monthly bill for such premises. In any other case where, in the discretion of the Village Clerk, the collection of charges for water service may be difficult or uncertain, the clerk may require similar deposits. Such deposits may be applied against any delinquent water service charges and the application thereof shall not affect the right of the Village to turn off the water services on the premises for any delinquency. No such deposit shall bear interest, and such deposit, or any remain­ ing balance thereof, shall be returned to the customer when he or she shall discontinue receiving water service. SECTION 2. Amendment of Section 3, Ordinance No. 72. That Section 3, Ordinance No. 72 is amended to read in its entirety as follows: A. SECTION 3. ENFORCEMENT The Village Clerk is hereby authorized to enforce the payment of charges for water services to any premises by any means allowable by law, including but not limited to, discontinuing the water service to such premises, or by an action of assumpsit to be instituted by the Village against the customer, or by placing a lien on the lot, parcel of land, or premises affected. The Village Clerk may annually certify all unpaid charges for such service furnished to any premises which remain unpaid for a period of six months to the Village Assessor who may place the same on the next tax roll of the Village. Such charges may be collected in the same manner as general Village taxes. The Village may exercise any or all of these remedies simultaneously in its discretion, as allowable by law. SECTION 3. 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 November 22, 2005. YEAS: Bracy, J. Dunham, Kenyon, Coll, F. Dunham NAYS: none ABSENT: Knoll, Shotts Ordinance No. 11-22-05 adopted. Frank Dunham, President Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, the Clerk for the Village of Nashville, Barry County, Michigan, hereby certify that the forgoing is a true and accurate copy of an ordinance adopted by the village Council for the Village of Nashville at a regular meeting held on November 22, 2005 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted: 11-22-05 Published: 11-29-05 Effective: 12-12-05 06619157 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, November 29, 2005 — Page 6 Lions fill ten spots on All-Barry County first teams There were good times and there were tough times for the Maple Valley athletes this fall. Some of the best times were had by the varsity foot­ ball team, which qualified for the state play-offs once again after a tough regular season in which they faced seven play-offteams. The Maple Valley varsity boys’ golf team was one of the teams qualify from the first district tournaments to the regional round. Senior Garrett VanEngen even shot the school’s best round ever this season. The Lion varsity boys’ cross country team was strengthened when the boys’ soccer program took the year off due to a lack of interested participants. Junior Mike Hall led the Lions all year, and finished the season at the state finals. The varsity girls’ basket­ ball team slowly improved as it gained experience through- out the season. Football First Team (Offense) Quarterback Matt Gordeneer, Maple Valley: The 6-3, 175 lb. quarterback didn’t throw the ball a lot this fall, but when he did lots of good things happened. He completed 50­ percent of his passes for 411 yards and ten touchdowns, against six interceptions. Running back Levi Andler, Maple Valley: A first team allSMAA (South) performer, Andler rushed the ball 102 times for 727 yards in his senior season. He also caught two passes for 50 yards, scored five touch­ downs, and made 37 tackles in his time on the other side ofthe ball. Wide Receiver Adam Lamphere, Maple Valley: Lamphere also would have been a fine choice at running back or in the defensive backfield. He MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate The 2005 All-Barry County football first team offense. Team members are (front from left) Travis Farris (Middleville), Troy Rock (Middleville), Chris Timmerman (Hastings), Matt Donnini (Hastings), Levi Phelps (Lakewood), Cody Dupont (Lakewood), (back) Mike Munjoy (Middleville), Ben Ybema (Middleville), Matt Gordeneer (Maple Valley), Adam Lamphere (Maple Valley), Mark Andler (Maple Valley), Levi Andler (Maple Valley), and Drew Kersjes (Maple Valley). Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service MLS. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI HfflS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR............................................................. Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI ................................................................Cell 269-838-2884 Hillary Grant, Realtor............................................................................. Cell 269-838-0796 "FARMSTEAD" ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, many new improvements, ail appli­ ances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 & cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs & perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-117) AT LACEY MOVE IN AT CLOSE EASY DRIVE TO BATTLE Creek "Country living" large mature yard, 4 bedrooms, 1 st floor laun­ dry, kitchen appliances included. Call Jerry. 2 car garage.(CH-115) SPACIOUS 10 ROOM HOME WITH 5 BEDROOMS fit 3 FULL BATHS "IN THE COUNTRY" SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON M­ 66 ON 4.6 ACRES WITH POND STOCKED WITH FISH Living room, family room, formal dining room with lighted glass china cabinet, large kitchen, 2 stone fireplaces, lots of built ins in bedrooms, central air, large 48x64 pole barn. Price includes the established gardening & nursery business & snow removal equipment MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Call for more details. (CH-118) caught 13 balls for 274 yards this season, and ran the ball 73. times for 616. He scored 12 touchdowns on the sea­ son, including one on an interception return. He had three interceptions on the season, six pass break ups, and 38 tackles. Offensive Line Mark Andler, Maple Valley: Maple Valley’s sen­ ior right tackle made sure the men holding the ball behind him were safe all season long. Andler was a big part of the Lions rushing the ball for 2,423 yards this season, a feat they accomplished despite facing seven play-off teams during the course of the year. Drew Kersjes, Maple Valley: Kersjes, a senior this fall, finished off his third year as a starter along the Lion front lines. At 5-10,230 pounds, he was solid at left tackle for Maple Valley, and even returned a fumble 36 yards for a touchdown. Other members ofthe All­ Barry County first team See ALL-COUNTY, next page Christmas (Music CeCehration Vermontviffe (BihCe Church Saturday, December 3rd * 6:00 TIM. Sunday, December 4th * 6:00 lP“ M (identicalprograms each night) TKis year’s Christmas “Program rog willbe a Christmas Music Celebrationfeaturing soloists, ensembles, “ instrumentals, Tcidalers,, “Kid’s ChoifTeens and V“BC Choir. This will be afun eveningfor the entire family ilyfocusing focusing on on the the T'me T'me “R “Reasonfor easonfor the the Season. Season. “Invite yourfriends,family and neighbors. fol­ Join us on Saturdayfor our Holiday Supperfollowed by theperformance. Sunday evening dessert will be servedwhile you sit bach and relax andenjoy the sounds ofthe season. We hope you canjoin us! Vermontville “ Bible Church is locatedat 250 id. Main Street in Vermontville, “ifyou have any ques “ s tions, please contact the church office at 517-726-0647 Jfashuille Jfpel BRICK 2 HASTINGS ON SOUTH JEFFERSON 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on corner lot. Large yard, many new improve­ ments!! Call Hillary. Move in at close. (H-116) with se VILLE ILY Cdebration ofthe Season 2 unit ers, driveways. & e thr res & -66. Occupancy at dose. Must see to appreciate. Cail Homer. (N-lll) VACANT PARCELS 2 story home, 4 bedrooms,' 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 1 acre lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (N-101) 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Call Homer. (VL-114) 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCED!! East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 5.6 ACRES - SE OF HASTINGS! 2 lots, both perked, driveway permits and surveyed. "In the country". Great view, close to public hunting St fishing. Lots of birds St wildlife. Some restrictions. Call .Rick. (VL-99) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water St sewer available. Call Homer. (VL105) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. PRICE REDUCED! (VL-109 & 110) Friday, December 2, 2005 "FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK Spend an ‘Enchanted ‘Evening in ihfasftviffe Enjoy afamily dinner at one ofthe hometown diners “ *** Hide the Holley Trolley G to 9 p.m.-from the (jazebo downtown to Hughes Hides andJurs, K “ puntry Treasures andiMOO-ville andview the local Christmas lights anddecorations *t*See Santa arrive by trolley at Mace Pharmacy at 6p.m. - visit Santa therefrom 6 to 8p.m. ❖“ Experience a unique shopping experience - getgifts, Christmas trees and wreaths, holiday decor and more Endyour evening with a hot beverage anddessert “ JUST LISTED IN NASHVILLE Clean & neat 2 bath, 3 bedroom home (on 2 lots) (2001) has enclosed backyard, central air, main floor laundry, shower & garden tub in master bedroom. Large family room and living room. Give Rick a call for more "info." (N-120) To enter your home in the countywide residential decorating contest, call the Chamber of Commerce at (269) 945-2454. Two $50 Gift Certificates to Bronner’s of Frankenmuth will be awarded. Barry County Chimber of Ccmmt This event and the Holley Trolley rides are sponsoredby f/ig yjgshville Community “Development Committee of the “ Barry County Chamber ofCommerce �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 29,2005 — Page 7 ALL-COUNTY, continued from previous page this his junior season. He also played offensive guard for Maple Valley. Keith Lackscheide, Maple Valley: Lackscheide was named first team allSMAA (South) at the end of his senior season. He had 32 tackles, including 17 for loss, and a fumble recovery for the Lions. He also saw some time at center on the other side of the ball. Linebacker Jarred Goris, Maple Valley: A 5-9, 180-pound junior, Goris was the Lions’ leading tackler this year, bringing ball carriers down 64 times. He also started at an offensive guard position for Maple Valley. Punter Matt Garn, Maple Valley: A senior, Gam aver- aged 33.11 yards per punt and also kicked off for the Lions. He also started along the defensive line and made 36 tackles and had one fum­ ble recovery on the year. Other members ofthe All­ Barry County football first team defense are Delton Kellogg’s Kyle Ferris (DL), Lakewood’s Eddie Phillips (LB), Kyle Rowland (LB), and Adam Fyan (DL), Thomapple Kellogg’s Scott Brown (DB) and Mitch Fisher (LB), and Hastings’ Garrett Harris (LB) and Ashtin King (DB). Second Team (Offense) Tight End Andy Root, Maple Valley: Lion head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt called See ALL-COUNTY, next page The 2005 All-Barry County football first team defense. Team members are (front from left) Ashtin King (Hastings), Mitch Fisher (Middleville), Scott Brown (Middleville), Adam Fyan (Lakewood), Eddie Phillips (Lakewood), Kyle Ferris (Delton Kellogg), (back) Garrett Harris (Hastings), Micah Coplin (Maple Valley), Matt Garn (Maple Valley), Jared Goris (Maple Valley), Keith Lackscheide (Maple Valley). Missing from photo is Wanted: Standing Timber Lakewood’s Kyle Rowland. call offense are Hastings Matt Donnini (RB), Chris Timmerman (TE), Thomapple Kellogg’s Ben Ybema (RB), Troy Rock (WR), Travis Farris (OL), Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Remote Control Cars and Trucks (big & small) Big Wheel Mike Munjoy (OL), and Lakewood’s Cody Dupont (OL) and Levi Phelps (K). 06605704 Tape Measures Car Ramps First Team (Defense) Defensive Line Micah Coplin, Maple Valley: Playing along the defensive front, Coplin was second on the Lions’ team with 54 tackles. 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Other members ofthe All­ Barry County football sec­ ond team offense are Lakewood’s Jesse Martin (QB), Jusstin Keller (RB), Andy Ferris (OL), and Aaron Byler (WR), Delton Kellogg’s Andy Spencer (RB), Paul Diaz (WR), and Octavio Romero (OL), Hastings’ Andrew Rhoades (OL) and Brandon Curtis (OL), and Thomapple Kellogg’s Derrick Brock (OL). Second Team (Defense) Defensive Line Josh Bursley, Maple Valley: Bursley had a busy year for the Lions. To go along with his 49 tackles on the season, he also played half the season as an offen­ sive end. Other members ofthe All­ Barry County football sec­ ond team defense are Thomapple Kellogg’s Glen Brock (DL), Jason Blain (DB), and Andrew Gilbert (DB), Hastings Mike Bekker (DL) and Kyle Girrbach (DB), Delton Kellogg’s Steven Scoby (DB), Ross Now accepting new patients Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Blue PPO, Medicare, Medicaid and PPOM provider The 2005 All-Barry County boys’ cross country first team. Team members are (from left) Mike Hall (Maple Valley), Alex Kimble (Hastings), Dan Roberts (Delton Kellogg), Jesse Schrock (Lakewood), Michael Forman (Lakewood), Keith Winchester (Middleville), and Ethan Fuller (Middleville). this fall by their senior cen­ ter, who was playing her third season on the varsity. A captain, Newton led the Lions in points (8.7 per Girls’ BasketbaU game), rebounds (7.9), AU County First blocked shots (1-1), field Team Members of the 2005 All- goal percentage (42.36-perBarry County girls’ basket- cent), and free throw shoot­ ball first team are Delton ing percentage (65-percent). Kellogg’s Alex Culbert and She was also second on the Jordan Haines, Lakewood’s team in assists and third in Stevie Spetoskey and Amy steals. Other members of the AllJoostbems, Hastings Jodi Jolley, and Thomapple Barry County girls’ basketKellogg’s Jessica Flaska and ball second team are Delton Kellogg’s Katee Hogoboom Holly Smith. All County Second and Katie Smoczynski, Hastings’ Dana Shilling and Team Pennington, Mindy Newton, Maple Natalie Valley: The Lions were led Lakewood’s Chelsea Brehm and Sylvia Welch, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Ashleigh Lund. VanderMeer (P), Chns Madill (LB), and Lakewood’s Gabe O’Mara (LB) and Lee Jackson (LB) country second team are Lakewood’s Britnee Barta, Sadie Catt, Ashley Pifer, Brittany Raffler, and Ashley Yager. Delton Kellogg’s Millard, Heather and Thomapple Kellogg’s Kersta Gustafson. Boys’ Cross Country All County First Team Mike Hall,’ Maple Valley: Hall was one of two boys’ from the county to qualify for the state finals this season, where he fin- Girls’ Cross Country All County First Team Kent Oil & Propane, Inc. 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Cochran (right on Charlotte's Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday. November 29, 2005 — Page 10 LEGAL NOTICE Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT ANY INFORMA­ TION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James M Grantham and Lisa Grantham, husband and wife, to Decision One Mortgage Company, L.L.C., mortgagee, dated October 15, 1998 and recorded October 21, 1998 in Instrument Number 1019694, Barry County Records. Said mortgage is now held by The Bank of New York, as Trustee for First City Capital Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated 11/1/98 by assignment dated October 20, 1998 and recorded on May 24, 1999 in Instrument Number 1029992, Barry County Records. There is claimed to be due ue on such mortmort­ of One Hundred gage the sum Twenty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($122,248.25) including interest at the rate of 10.40% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in the mortgage and the statutes of the State of Michigan, notice is hereby given that the mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of them, at public vendue at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings in Barry County, Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on December 15,2005. The premises are located in the Township of Thornapple, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the North 1/4 post of said Section 22; thence North 88 degrees 53 minutes 45 seconds East 70.65 feet along the North line of said section to the centerline of highway M-37; thence South 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds East 1235.27 feet along said centerline; thence North 86 degrees 40 minutes 02 seconds East 67.10 feet to the Northeasterly right of way line of highway M-37 for a point of beginning; thence North 86 degrees 40 minutes 02 seconds East 184.77 feet; thence North 74 degrees 57 minutes 39 seconds East 194.16 feet; thence North 29 degrees 50 minutes 6 seconds West (previously recorded as North 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds West) 235.81 feet; thence South 78 degrees 34 min­ utes 19 seconds West 372.14 feet (previously recorded as South 78 degrees 33 minutes 29 seconds West 372.29 feet) to the Northeasterly right of way line of Highway M-37; thence South 29 degrees 50 minutes 34 seconds East (previously recorded as South 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 seconds East) 221.28 feet along said right of way line to the point of beginning. The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless the property is determined abandoned in accordance with MCLA §600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of the sale. TO ALL PURCHASERS: The foreclosing mortgagee can rescind the sale in the event a 3rd party buys the property and there is a simultaneous resolution with the borrower. In that event, your damages, if any, are limited sole­ ly to the return of the bid amount tendered at sale. Dated: November 17, 2005 ORLANS ASSOCIATES PC Attorneys for The Bank of New York, as Trustee for First City Capital Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated 11/1/98 , As Assignee P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 (248) 457-1000 File No. 231.1158 Property Address (do not publish): 4700 Middleville Road, 49333 JLMASAP733298 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 06618292 CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale For Rent Farm 80 YARDS/BERBER CARPET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 2 BEDROOM HOME in the village of Nashville for rent, $450 per month, includes water bill and $500 security Call deposit No pets. (269)945-5304. Makes BEEF: FREEZER Christmas great present. halves, whole Quarters, available. $1.90/lb, includes processing. (517)852-0713 leave message. Garage Sale WANTED PASTURE TO RENT for 2006. NashvilleHastings area. Would fence larger parcels (517)852-0713 HOUSE FULL OF FURNITURE: TURE: Everything Eve must go! (All (All items items less m men 2mos. old). Bedrooms, great room, dining, kitchen, living room. Solid Oak and Mahogany, new beds. Too much to list. Cost $8,000. Will sacrifice for $2,500/best. (517)204-0600 2s2inFREE FsR wEEith GARAGE GoAuRr AadGEthatSALE SrAuLnEs 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. leave message. FORECLOSURE NOTICE This firm is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for this pur­ pose. If you are in the Military, please contact our office at the number listed below. MORT­ GAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a cer­ tain mortgage made by: John D Shoup and Brenda L. Shoup, Husband and Wife to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee, organized and existing under the laws of Delaware Mortgagee, dated February 22, 2005 and recorded March 7, 2005 in Document Number 1142323 Barry County Records, Michigan on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of One Twenty-Five Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty­ Nine Dollars and Thirty-Five Cents ($125,959.35) including interest 10.05% 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, at the Barry County Courthouse in Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM on Thursday, December 15, 2005. Said premises are situated in Township of Carlton, Barry County, Michigan, and are described as: Starting at the Southwest comer of the North 8 rods of the South 32 rods of the West 495 feet of the Northwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 28, Town 4 North, Range 8 West, for the place of beginning; thence South along the Section line in the center of Barber Road 132 feet; thence East 30 rods; thence North 132 feet; thence West 30 rods to the place of beginning. Commonly known as 3366 Barber Rd, Hastings Ml 49058 The redemption period shall be 6 months from the date of such sale, unless determined abandoned in accordance with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in which case the redemption period shall be 30 days from the date of such sale. Dated: NOVEMBER 8, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, Mortgagee Mortgagee Attorneys: Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 Our Hie No: 05-40376 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 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 discrimina­ tion 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 read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Community Notices Boys’ Golf All County First Team Members of the 2005 All- Barry County boys’ golf first arry ouny oysgo rs team are Lakewood’s Brad Hastings Steve Peurach and Justin Krul, Thornapple Kellogg’s Scott Pitsch, and Delton Kellogg’s Josh Newhouse. AU County Second Team Adam Gonser, Maple Valley: A senior, he led the Lions in the final SMAA jamboree of the season on their home course with an 80. That helped him to first team all-SMAA honors this fall. He was also a contributor in DO YOU WANT QUALITY the Lions qualifying for the PRINTING at affordable regionals as a team this year. prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at Garrett VanEngen, (269)945-9554. Maple Valley: August 30 at Quality Care Automotive,, llc Master Certified Mechanic l" of experience Vermontville (517) 726-0333 PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of appeals will hold a public hearing on December 15, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a spe­ cial use permit request for 201 S. Main St. The section of the Zoning Ordinance in question is Chapter XIIV Special Uses, to permit an auto­ mobile sales lot at this location. If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by December 14,2005 and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., PO Box 587, Nashville, MI. Vermontville Township Planning Commission Public Hearing Concerning: Rezoning Weatherwax Farm Market to Commercial Property The Vermontville Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, December 1 st at 6:30 p.m. in the Opera House concerning rezoning a 3.3 acre lot that contains the Weatherwax Farm Market, 2970 North Ionia Road, from Rural Residential to Commercial. Comments may be mailed for public record to Blair J. Miller, Planning Commission Secretary, Box L, Vermontville, Ml 49096. The Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting at 7:00 p.m. Note: Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Vermontville Township Board by writing or calling Sharon Stewart, Township Clerk, P.O. Box 215, Vermontville, Ml 49096. or 517-726-1159. 06618244 06618282 Members of the 2005 All­ Barry County boys’ cross country second team are Hastings’ Ryan Bosma, Jesse Ellwood, A.J. 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Albion, the senior VanEngen set a new Maple Valley record with a twounder par 34. He shot three birdies on the day. He was named second team all-con­ ference in the Southern Michigan Activities Association this fall. Other members of the All­ Barry County boys’ golf sec­ ond team are Lakewood’s Lane Brewer, Pat Spitzley, and Mike Fisk, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Brad Steffen. Girls’ Tennis AU Barry County First Team Members of the 2005 All­ Barry County girls’ tennis first team are Lakewood’s Kallie Walker, Emily Wemet, Alexandria Taylor, Erica Enz, Brittany Farrell, Darcy Normington, Lyndsey Carter, Lacey Chase, Thomapple Kellogg’s Molly Jazwinski, Jess Johnson, and Britt Steensma, and Hastings’ Amy Ingle and Samantha VanDenack. AU Barry County Second Team The All-Barry County girls’ tennis second team is made up of Lakewood’s Kristen Haskin, Emilie Enz, Cori Shanks, Laura Lynch, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Heather Hawkins, Katie VanderWood, and Stacey Roberts. Boys’ Soccer AU County First Team Members of the 2005 All­ Barry County boys’ soccer first team are Hastings’ Brian McKeough, Travis Kirby, Dan Dimond, and Max Myers, Thornapple Kellogg’s Frankie Griffith, Sven Welz, Druvis Gerrits, Josh Baird, Scott Blood, Delton Kellogg’s Brandon Butzirus, and Lakewood’s Alec Rice. AU County Second Team Members of the 2005 All­ Barry County boys’ soccer second team are Hastings’ Justin VonDerhoff, Josh Bare, Stephen Tolger, and David Kendall, Lakewood’s Kyle Root and Andrew Dow, Delton Kellogg’s Khola Methvin, and Thomapple Kellogg’s Nick Wilke, Matt Bouchard and Corey Humphrey. Girls’ Swimming and Diving A11 Barry County Team Members of the 2005 All­ Barry County girls’ swim­ ming and diving team from the Thornapple KelloggHastings co-op team are Chelsey Strumberger, Audrey Hoag, Brandi Sutfin, Mindy Warner, Kyleigh Sheldon, Kelly Frame, and Molly Wallace. LEGAL NOTICE Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt col­ lector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any informa­ tion obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JASON SWAN, A SIN­ GLE MAN to ARGENT MORT­ GAGE COMPANY, LLC , Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 11, 2004 , .as Instrument No. 1135229, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned by said mortgagee to DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SOUND­ VIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-1 ASSET-BACKED CER­ TIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of two hundred fifteen thou­ sand twenty and 31/100 Dollars ($215,020.31), including interest at 8.000% per annum, with an adjustable rate rider. 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 ven­ due, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on December 15, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 9, LEACH LAKE RESORT, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AS RECORD’ED IN LIBER 1 OF PLATS, PAGE 68, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS 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. DATED: November 15, 2005 Robert A. 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"We are planning a toy/gift drive in December and another food drive in February,” Acker said. “Maple Valley students work at the Center of Hope every week during the school year and are very aware of the need to be invloved in the community and help in the way that they can.” "The food drive is a really great project and benefits a lot of people, leadership class is proud to serve our community,” said Sarah Williams, an 11th grade-sec­ ond year leadership student. CLINIC, continued from page 1 Members of Norma Jean Acker’s third hour leadership class, with some of the canned food they collected for the Community Center of Hope. Christmas Basket signups planned in Vermontville The Family Independence Agency (FLA) is not sending out letters asking clients if they would like to sign up to receive Christmas baskets from one of the locally run charity programs. 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There seems to have been some misunder­ standing; some people assumed that it would be a full-serVice clinic, but that was not true because it was to be on school grounds Planned Parenthood and con­ traceptive services would not have been permitted or offered,” he said. “But there was also some concern over what state law and what it permits in terms of testing for diseases, AIDS and preg­ nancy without parental con­ sent or knowledge.” Under state law children over the age of 13 are able to obtain tests for sexually transmitted diseases, HIV and pregnancy without parental consent or knowl­ edge. “The planning committee intended to have a form that a student must have signed by a parent or legal guardian There's never been a better Storm Chief CHILDREN'S BOOTS TIME 63001 STORM CHIEF Black 100% waterproof pull-on pac. “Fire Helmet.’ insignia. Pebble Grip self-cleaning sole. Removabk cushion insole. Steel shank for additional support. 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State in Nashville Quality Value & Service 5‘‘17-852-0882 Free Estimates w ww.honietowiiluinber.coni, A Strength you tun roly on A^ISTBONG Lake Odessa Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-12-06.pdf 6bfc5c142fe82a4c335d247b27ed9053 PDF Text Text mvn lew^ Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 A local paper oftoday! Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 49, Decembers, 2005 Vermontville Twp. Planning Commission mulls changes by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Proposed rezoning of a parcel near the comer of Ionia and Vermontville high­ ways from rural residential to commercial was a hot topic of discussion for the Vermontville Township Planning and Zoning Commission Thursday night. Rezoning would allow the parcel to be used as the site for a farm market and nurs­ ery and may change the township’s home occupation ordinance to allow home­ based businesses to expand to existing garages, bams or other outbuildings. The meeting, held at the Vermontville Opera House, started with a public hearing on Larry Weatherwax’s application to have his approximately three-acre parcel near the corner of Vermontville and Ionia Highway, the location of Weatherwax Farm Market and Nursery, rezoned from rural residential to commer­ cial. Weatherwax and township officials have been locked in a legal battle since shortly after Weatherwax opened his farm market. Township offi­ cials say a farm market that sells more than locally grown produce and other agricultural products is in violation of the township’s zoning ordinance, which does not allow for a commer­ cial enterprise of a non-agricultural nature in an area zoned rural residential. what we are here to discuss," Weatherwax contends that he said. he was up front about his Rulison first opened the plans for the site and the floor to those who wished to Planning Commission gave speak in favor of the rezon­ him their approved before he ing, built his farm market. David Coplentz, the Weatherwax filed for owner of Riverside Oak bankruptcy protection earlier Furniture spoke in favor of this year and closed his farm the rezoning. market and nursery pending "We are in dire need of the rezoning of his property. employment; we have a lot At the beginning of the of unemployment and if we public hearing, don’t allow commercial uses Weatherwax’s attorney, to come in, we are on the Dave Smith told the commis­ downhill fast," he said. "The sion that while he represents big companies are going for Weatherwax, he also is the Mexico and south, we blame representative for the bank­ the president for that, ruptcy trustee who would Democrat or Republican it like to see the property don’t matter, he’s blamed for rezoned because it would that. Local businesses are allow the farm market and restricted by the township. nursery to reopen which, We can’t blame the president "would be beneficial to the for this. It is up to us to allow state of bankruptcy." these businesses to come in Before opening the floor so that we can do business to public comment, planning without having to go to Wal­ and zoning commission Mart and all those... chairman Bob Rulison clari­ "It’s my plea that the fied that the application council, or whoever it is... before the commission was that they open their arms and to change the zoning from with a smile say, ‘Come in,’" rural to residential to com­ he added. "We should do this mercial and people should to allow businesses... the address their remarks kids in high school there accordingly, and not discuss aren’t jobs around here, the nature of the current hardly, they can’t afford gas business or future plans for to Hastings, Charlotte... the site, "Should the change Lansing at minimum wage. take place, any permitted use They’re done before they under commercial district start and if we don’t allow will be allowed and there little businesses, and com­ will be no ability to hold mercial to make it legal... It anybody to any specific just makes everybody more plans put forth. Commercial of a big happy family." is commercial, and that is Coblentz said that his friend in Ohio lives in a county that has opened zon­ ing to allow businesses, "There is less unemployment in that county than in any county in the United States. There is less unemployment, also less crime... We can make rules and regulations all we want. We can over regulate to where it makes problems for everybody, so my plea is to just open up your arms and let business come in and so everybody can be happy again." Harold Stewart, owner of Build Masters, said that the county had no problems with zoning his site commercial. He also noted that the while some have opposed zoning Weatherwax’s property commercial because it is in a flood plain, he has been told by the county that it is not in a flood plain because it is 12 feet above Shanty Creek, "So, that should not be a rea­ son to turn it down." Levi Coplentz also spoke in favor of the rezoning. "I just like to remind everybody, where would we have been if we didn’t have the businesses we have now? And are we going to cut down other businesses, so they don’t have a chance? I wish I could quote a quote I heard the other day, it says, ‘Where there are no outlaws, pneoo ipllleegwali ltlhimngask ehalapwpesn ianngd, rules to make outlaws out of people who need honest work," he said. "My next concern, I’m young, I don’t know what I am going to do yet... I got a good idea, but why would I want to cut somebody else’s chance down, when I might need a chance, a hand up, not a hand out?" Rulison then opened the floor to those who wished to speak in opposition to the rezoning application. Royal Stickles, owner of the Country Crossroads Party Store, contested Stewart’s claim that their businesses were not in the flood See PLAN, page 9 Nashville Police Sergeant Jeff Miller looks on as Officer Jerry Schray presents former Nashville Police officer Kris Miller with a plaque in recognition of his service to the village. Resigning Nashville police officer honored for service He was also presented Staff Writer with a plaque with his Kris Miller of Battle Nashville Police Department Creek, who recently resigned badge by Nashville Police from his post as a Nashville Officer Jerry Schray, as a police officer to accept a full­ memento of his service and time position with the time in Nashville. Hastings City Police “Kris always came in Department, was recognized whenever he was called and I by his fellow officers for out­ felt that we should do some­ standing service during his thing to recognize his dedica­ two years as a part-time offi­ tion and and efforts,” said Schray. It is also runs an emergency cer here. Nashville Police Sergeant Miller said he enjoyed his food pantry, and annual “Santa’s Workshop” for chil-Jeff Miller presented Kris time in Nashville. “I had good people to dren and families in need, with a Meritous Service and is the umbrella organiza­ Award for service, “Above work for and with and tion for the Nashville and beyond the call of duty Nashville is a very nice little Watch and what is expected of a town.” Neighborhood Program and other commu- part-time officer.” nity services. “There are so many people who are hurting so bad right now and sometimes they just need someone they can talk to. I could sit in my office 24/7 and not counsel, just lis­ Fund-raiser to help girl’s dream ten,” said Bowden. “As the Holiday concert set for Sunday holidays get closer, frustra­ Leadership toy drive tions increase and people start to feel more and more Santa to visit PutnamLibrary desperate. We might not be 4-H food drive is this weekend able to fix their problem at the center, but maybe we can Local blood drives Dec. 8 & 15 just help to ask the right Mace offers Medicare Part D advice questions, get some answers by Sandra Ponsetto Community Center offers hope during the holidays by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Christmas can be a stress­ ful time of year, particularly for those who are dealing with job loss, possibly for the first time, or other financial or personal circumstances that limit a person or fami-. ly’s ability to experience the joy of the season. The Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH) in Nashville wants to be a beacon of hope to those in need during the holidays. “We want people to know they can come in and have a cup of coffee and there is someone here who can listen and possibly help them navi­ gate the craziness of the sys­ tem,” said Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of MVCCOH. There are so many people who unemployed right now, may for the first time in their lives, people who have never needed assistance, and all of a sud­ den they need help and they don’t know where to go or what questions to ask to get the answers they need. The center is here to help people work through their situation and make contact with the appropraiet agencies in Charlotte or Hastings.” MVCCOH volunteer Cindy Sears is at the center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday to help people who navigate the system. “Cindy has taken training at some of the local agencies so she can better help some of those who come in,” said Bowden, who noted that the center is becoming a sort of coordinating center, bringing agencies together to help those in need in the Maple Valley area. “When we heard that there would o longer be a com­ modities dropoff in Nashville, and we have 97 in the area who receive com­ modities, we worked with the Barry County Transit to provide transporation to and from the commodities pick­ up in Hastings and regualr transport to and from Hastings every Thursday starting this month,” she added. The MVCCOH also runs the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf, which provides food to those in need eve if they qualify for aid from other agencies. In This Issue Winter Sports Preview See CENTER, page 4 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday,,, December 6,2005 — Page 2 Fund-raiser to help achieve Nashville girl’s dance dream little girl’s Christmas wish come true,” said Staff Writer mother, Nine-year-old Cathleen Cathleen’s Seaton of Nashville, a Angela Seaton. “Cathleen fourth-grader at has been taking dance les­ Maplewood Elementary, sons since she was in loves to dance and this kindergarten and this is Christmas she is dreaming her first year on the junior of going to New York in competitive dance team June to take dance lessons and he takes lessons five on Broadway with her days a week.” Cathleen takes jazz bal­ dance team from Center Stage Dance in Lake let and checchetti lessons from Kelly Sanderson at Odessa. From 8 a.m. until noon Center Stage. Sanderson Saturday, Dec. 10, there said checcetti is a form of will be a craft and bake ballet training, which has sale at Styles R Us, 226 N. various levels and to pass Main St. in Nashville, to from one level to the next, help Cathleen and her the student must show family defray the airline, proficiency before judges. “Cathleen is working on hotel and tuition costs and help her achieve her grade one right now, it’s the first of eight levels for dream. “I’m hoping that people students,” said Sanderson. will come and help make a “She is a wonderful little by Sandra Ponsetto girl. This is her first year in intense dance and she always works so hard in class.” Cathleen said her favorite dance is jazz, “Because it’s fun. It’s a faster pace than ballet.” Cathleen performed her first dance solo on stage during the Little Miss Syrup Festival Princess Pageant when she was 8 years old. She said she doesn’t get nervous when she performs. “I like to perform on stage. It is fun. You get to dance with a lot of differ­ ent people,” she said. She said she is excited about the possibility of going to New York City, and looks forward to see­ ing her hotel room, and riding in a taxi and on the team students will take lessons at Steps on Broadway and Broadway Dance Center. “The girls will have the opportunity to take les­ sons from Mia Michaels, who was one ofthe judges on, “So You Think You Can Dance?” Also, they subway. She’s glso look­ ing forward to the lessons she will take there, “It will be cool to be taught by some of the best teachers, besides Miss Kelly.” Sanderson said that dur­ ing the four or five days they are in New York, her junior and elite dance Save money with our multi-policy discount! 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Hall 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service............ 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) .. .6 p.m. REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message BASELINE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer ot Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Church Service..................... 9 a.m. Sunday School............. 10:30 a.m. 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 Worship Service.. :30 a.m. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . ,11:00 a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 MINISTER: VIRGINIA HELLER 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship & Church School..................... 11 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 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 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 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 MAPLEGROVE 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 6p PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worship............... 9:45 a.m (Includes Children’s Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.m. PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616) 945-9392 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ............. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .......... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 .ST. .. 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Sunday School......................... 9:45a 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 6, 2005 — Page 3 Leadership toy drive to help local charities Students in Norma Jean Acker’s leadership classes at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School are in the midst of conducting a school-wide toy drive Dec. 2-16 to benefit local chari­ ties in Barry and Eaton counties. Students are being asked to donate and unwrapped toy, with a suggested price of $15 or less, for a child 1 to 18 years of age to their third hour classrooms. The one junior and one senior high school class to collect the most toys will win a pizza or ice cream sundae party. All toys and gifts collect­ ed will be divided between Commission on Aging Schedule of Events CoUfljll XX z Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Dec. 7 Homemade egg salad, three bean salad, apricots, whole wheat crackers. , Thursday, Dec. 8 Chef’s salad, salad, pears. macaroni Friday, Dec. 9 the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, Green Gables, and the Siren Shelter. Suggested toys and gifts for the drive include; tea set, bug collecting kits, wood puzzles, building blocks, dolls, plastic dinosaurs, sticker album, board games, jewelry mak­ ing kits, dress-up clothes, Legos, model horses, craft kits, age-appropriate music CDs or tapes, gift certifi­ cates to local hockey or roller skating rinks, con­ struction toys, jump rope, make-up, hats, scarves, rat­ tles, pacifiers, sidewalk chalk, journals, tools, pup­ pets, gift certificates, Styrofoam airplanes, stuffed animals, yo-yos, bicycle pads or helmets, magnetic dart sets, binocu­ lars, watches, music boxes, hair ties, hand lotion, baby clothes and shoes, perfume, and mittens or gloves. Santa to visit Putnam Library Santa Claus will be stop- Tuna pasta salad, coleslaw, fruit parfait. Monday, Dec. 12 Ground bologna, garbanzo bean salad, applesauce, whole wheat bread. Tuesday, Dec. 13 Wing dings, Spanish bean salad, peaches, dinner roll. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Wednesday, Dec. Dec. 7 7 Scalloped potatoes w/ham, spinach, fruit compete, dinner roll. • Holiday concert । set for Sunday dren and listen to their Christmas wishes. This event is free to the public and refreshments will nyonemay rngg be served. Anyone may brin a camera to take photos, but for those who don’t have one available, the staff will take Polaroid pictures. The library will be closed on Saturday, Dec. 24, for Christmas Eve. The “Wish-Upon-A-Star” tree is covered with stars bearing the Christmas wishes of local children. ‘Wish-Upon-A-Star’ at bank in Nashville ■ Those who would like to make Christmas a little brighter for a local child may do so by picking a star from the “Wish-Upon-A-Star” tree located in the lobby of Hastings City Bank in downtown Nashville and purchasing a gift for child who might otherwise have no other gift to unwrap on Christmas Thursday, Dec. 8 COA Christmas Party. All sites closed. Friday, Dec. 9 Scrambled eggs, pancake, country potatoes, spiced apples, orange juice. Monday, Dec. 12 Chicken parmesan, cauli­ flower, peas, pasta, mandarin oranges. Tuesday, Dec. 13 Sweet and sour meatballs, rice, carrots, Oriental blend, mixed fruit. Events Wednesday, Dec. 7 Hastings Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m., Nails; Music with Charlie; BP Clinic. Delton Reminiscence. Thursday, Dec. 8 County-wide Christmas Party. All sites closed. Friday, Dec. 8 - Hastings Bingo; Oil Painting. Woodland - Visiting. Monday, Dec. 12 Hastings Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Music with Sam; Beading 5 p.m.; Kinship Care Support 7 p.m. Delton Bingo; Nashville 5. Tuesday, Dec. 13 The Village of Nashville has a festive new look this Hastings - Lne Hastngs Line Dancng, Dancing 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beg. Line holiday liday season after the Nashville Department of Public Dance, 1 p.m.; Lifeline 11 Works recently installed the 17 new holiday banners a.m. Stroke Awareness; donated to the village by the Nashville Development Glaucoma Testing 12:15 Committee. The committee purchased the banners with proceeds from this year's Harvest Festival. p.m. Nashville sports new holiday banners morning. Those who take a star are asked to return the wrapped gift bearing the original num­ ber coded star to the bank by Tuesday, Dec. 13. The gifts, along with Christmas bas­ kets, will be packed on Friday, Dec. 18, and are scheduled for distribution Saturday, Dec. 19. Anyone wishing to donate to the Christmas Basket pro­ gram can drop off non-per­ ishable food items in the boxes which have been placed at Hastings City Bank in Nashville, Eaton Federal Savings Bank in Nashville, Carl’s .Market or the Nashville village office. For those who prefer to make a monetary donation to Wish-Upon-A-Star or the Christmas Basket program, a special account has been set up at the Nashville branch of Hastings City Bank. The Maple Valley Junior and Senior High School bands plan to present music for the holiday season at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, in the annual Christmas concert for the community. This year the bands are teaming up with the IoniaMaple Valley Community Band to present a Christmas spectacular. The bands that are performing this Christmas are the fifth and sixth grade, junior high, community, jazz, and high school bands. The concert will be performed in the gymnasium. The Maple Valley Sr. High Band went to the Michigan High School Band and Orchestra Association (MHSBOA) marching band festival in October and received a first division rat­ ing, the highest a group can be awarded. There will be a plethora of Christmas musical numbers for the public’s enjoyment at the concert. The fifth grade and sixth grade bands will be perform­ ing selection from their “Standard of Excellence” CALENDAR OF EVENTS Fundraising Meeting, 6:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church. Dec. 6 Non-Livestock Developmnental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dec. 6 Dog Developmental Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Dec. 8 New Leader Orientation, 7 p.m. Extension Office. Dec. 13 Trail Ride Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dec. 14 Horse Judging Team Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Dec. 15 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Barry Expo Center. Dec. 20 RUP Training (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) & Exam (12:30­ 3 p.m.), MSU Extension Office Conference Room. Dec. 23-26 Christmas Holiday, County Buildings Closed. Dec. 29 Office closed during lunch. Dec. 30 New Year Holiday, County Buildings Close. Dec. 5 Vermontville UMC breakfast set Saturday The Vermontville United Methodist men’s group will be putting on their community breakfast Saturday, Dec. 10, from 7 Parents of high school sen- to 10 a.m. iors are invited to attend a Breakfast will include Financial aid program slated financial aid presentation at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, in the high school auditori­ um. The guest speaker will be Bernice Lafluer, assistant financial aid director at Kellogg Community College. Lafluer will address the financial aid process, includ­ ing an in-depth look at the pitfalls encountered in filling out the FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). FAFSA applications will be available at the meeting as well as scholarship listings. method book. Thejunior high band will perform two Spanish carols, as well as the classic holiday song, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” The Ionia-Maple Valley Community Band will per­ form “Jingle Bell Fantasy,” “A Celebration of Carols” and “White Christmas.” The jazz band will perform two numbers as well, including the Christmas staple, “Jingle Bells.” Finally, the high school band with conclude the con­ cert with “Brighton Beach” and “Happy Sound of Christmas.” Also, there will be a little surprise during the high school band’s final number of “White Christmas.” There is no admission to the Christmas concert, but donations will be accepted afterward. After the concert, refreshments are provided in the cafeteria for everyone to enjoy. A band spokesperson said, “We hope to bring these wonderful Christmas songs to life through instruments for your entertainment.” eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, Texas toast, and sausage links. Cost is a good will offering. Everyone is wel­ come. Call for Classifieds 269-945-9554 liana’s <-P$ace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS Open Tuesday - Friday S.E. Corner ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 06605469 1-517-852-9481 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 6,2005 — Page 4 Frank J. Purch is Jr. NASHVILLE - Frank J. Purchis Jr., age 86, of Nashville passed away on Monday, November 28, 2005 peacefully at his home in Nashville. Frank was bom in Nashville, on January 3, 1919, the son of the late Frank Sf. and Stella (Hagar) Purchis. He was raised in the Nashville area and attended area schools there graduating from Nashville High School in 1936. Frank was drafted into the United States Army in 1942. Frank served in Bombay, India with the Quartermaster Corps. He supervised a staff of over 120 men and was responsible for ordering, receiving, and recording all of the food for a base depot of 225,000 men. While serv­ ing his country, Frank achieved the rank of Tec 4 and was decorated with the Good Conduct Medal, and the Bronze Star. Robert A. Wood, Sr. NASHVILLE - Robert A. Wood, Sr., age 67, of Nashville passed away Sunday, November 20, 2005 peacefully at his home. Robert was bom in Freeport on May 28, 1938, the son ofthe late Lawerence and Viola A. (Wickham) Wood. He attended schools in both the Wayland and Hastings area schools. He was the husband of Mary (Hummel) Wood. On November 7, 1958 the cou­ ple was married at their fam­ ilies home in Nashville. The couple made their home in the Nashville area where they raised their family together. Robert was employed as an Engine Quality Inspector at Oldsmobile for 28 years. He officially retired in March of 1993. Robert had a passion for operating Ham Radios; for over 45 years other operators would recognize Robert as “K8OFE” which was his handle. Using his radio operating skills Robert would participate in weather watching for several area tel­ evision stations. Over the years he has spoken with other Ham radio operators as far away as Point Buro Alaska, which is the most Northern point of Alaska. Robert was a member of the Nashville Fire Department for over 23 years. He enjoyed being out­ doors hunting, searching for mushrooms in the spring and watching the birds and deer. He was an avid fan of the Maple Valley football team; and especially loved to watch is his grandchildren play on those teams. Robert was also known for his sup­ port of the Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers. He was an active member of the Barry and Eaton Counties Amature Radio Operators Clubs; ifyou had a Ham radio in this area you knew Robert. He was also a member of the UAW Local 652. Charles Edward Fellem, Jr ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO - Charles Edward Fellem, Jr., age 44, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, formerly of Vermontville, died Monday, November 21, 2005. He is survived by his mother, Dolores Fellem of Vermontville; brother, Dennis (Cheryl) Fellem of Dewitt; sister, Cindy (Matthew) Feighner of Lapeer; nephews, Matthew Thatches and Mark Shook; grandnephews, Devon and Avery Shook and grand­ niece, Kylee Shook. He was preceded in death by his wife, Robin Fellem in Robert is survived by his beloved wife Mary; his daughter, Robin Glass; his sons, Kenneth (Debbi) Wood, and Robert Jr. (Cheryl) Wood. Also sur­ viving is his sister, Alice (Mauri) Hammond; broth­ ers, Donald (Joanne) Welch, Lawerence Jr. (Helen) Wood, James (Carol) Wood; 14 grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his son Wesley Wood, Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, Saturday, November 26. Interment immediately fol­ lowed the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Fire Department. NASHVILLE - Julia Funeral Arrangements Purchis, age 57, of Nashville have been entrusted to the passed away Saturday, Daniels Funeral Home, in November 26, 2005 at Nashville. Tendercare Hastings. Julia was bom in St. Louis, MO on June 8, 1948, the daughter of the late Joseph and Julia (Doyle) Embrich. As a young girl, Julia 2005 and father, Charles moved to Michigan with her Fellem, Sr. in 1995. mother. In 1996 she married A private graveside serv- Frank “Skip” Purchis III. ice will be held. Together the couple raised Arrangements by Pray their family together in the Nashville area. Julia also Funeral Home, Charlotte. If desired, memorial con­ helped raise her brother and tributions .may be made to sister during those years. the Kalamo United Methodist Church. crafters throughout Mid Michigan. Russ also enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, and his cot­ tage at Gun Lake. Surviving are his sons, Richard (Sharon) Joppie of San Antonio, TX, Ronald (Diane) Joppie of Charlotte, and Randy (Judy) Joppie of Belding; seven grandchil­ dren; six great grandchil­ dren; one great great grand­ son; brother, Robert Joppie of Charlotte; two sisters, Maxine Harag of Charlotte and Phyllis Fenstamaker of Wacousta and daughter-in­ law, Lee Joppie of Vermontville. He was preceded in death “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 3 obq (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 06605509______________ Scott A. Daniels & Famil? Owner/Manager Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Pamela “Peggy”; his daughter, Beverly (Kevin) Rost; his sons, Frank “Skip” Purchis; five grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Eddie Ray Purchis; his brother, Maurice; his sister, Elanor Jane Hoffman; and his granddaughter, Elizabeth. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Thursday, December 1, 2005 with Jane Woodmansee officiating. Interment followed immedi­ ately after the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Family request donations be made to the Nashville VFW or American Kidney Foundation. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, in Nashville Julia was a terrific home­ maker who loved her family deeply. She was especially proud of her six beautiful grandchildren which were the “apple of her eye.” Julia worked as a waitress for several of the local Nashville restaurants over the years. She also worked preparing meals for the stu­ dents and Maple Valley School for several years. Julia is survived by her sons, Frank IV (Michelle) Purchis, Jeff Purchis; her sis­ ter, Dianne Lettbetter; her brother, Ray Embrich; and her six grandchildren. She was preceded by her brother, Joe Embrich and her parents. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 3, 2005 at the Daniels Funeral Home with Jane Woodmansee offi­ ciating. Interment immedi­ ately followed the funeral service at the Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to Julia’s family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. JuHa Purchis CENTER, confined from page 1 Russell W. Joppie CHARLOTTE Russell W. Joppie, of Charlotte, age 84, died Saturday, December 3, 2005 in Charlotte. Mr. Joppie was bom April 23, 1921 in Vermontville the son of Henry and Dorothy (Martin) Joppie. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the European Theatre and had been employed as a supervisor at the Oldsmobile Division of General Motors retiring in 1980 after 33 years of service. For the next 20 years fol­ lowing his retirement he became known as “The Handleman,” designing and building handles for basket While stationed in Bombay he met Pamela (Willis) Purchis. The couple was married on December 2, 1944 in Bombay, India. Shortly after their wedding, the couple returned to the Nashville area where they made their home and raised their children. Frank was employed as a Pipe Fitter at United Steel & Wire. He retired in 1983 after over 20 years of serv­ ice. Frank was an avid sports­ man; he enjoyed playing all different sports including baseball, football, and hock­ ey. In his later years Frank could be found trolling Thomapple Lake catching some of the largest Muskie in the state. Frank’s ability to locate and catch these huge fish extended his reputation as far away as Chicago. Frank was also a lifetime member of the Nashville VFW Post 8260. by his parents; his wife of 55 Janice years (Hadden) Joppie of 1997; two sons, and Jerry Joppie William and brother, Earl Joppie. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 6, 2005 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte .with Rev. Karen Wheat officiating. Interment in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial Contributions are suggested to the HayesHospital, Green-Beach Charlotte. Envelopes avail­ able at the Funeral Home. Arrangements are by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home. and just breathe.” The Lansing District of the United Methodist Church has selected the MVCCOH as a mission to highlight and help during the month of February; however, the cen­ ter still relies heavily on local support to pay the rent for its facility and other oper­ ating costs. “It takes $1,000 a month to pay our rent, and that’s not including utilities and toehr costs; we’re literally operat- ing from bill to bill,” said Bowden. “We’re asking peo­ ple and groups, when they are considering making their year-end donations to remember the Maple Valley Comunity Center of Hope. We need the community’s help to keep the center open and contnue meeting the needs of those in our com­ munity who are hurting. “Things are going so awe­ some at the center but the needs are so huge right now. There are so many people who have lost their jobs and still make to much to get assistance (from other agen­ cies) but they don’t make enough to live on. We want to be here to help those peo­ ple,” said Bowden. For more information or to make a donation, call (517) 852- 0664. 4-H, contineud from page 12 Sr. Reserve Grand Champion Showman: Emily Eldred. Jr. Grand Champion Showman: Taylor Owens. Reserve Grand Champion Showman: Dale Laverty. Reserve Supreme Grand Champion Overall Showman: Taylor Owens. Market Lambs: Emily Eldred second and second, Michelle Roth seventh and third, Amber Wells sixth, Bradley Laverty first, Josh Norton fifth, Katie Eldred second and first feeder lamb, Adam Zank first, Jenny Wells sixth, Tyler Franks first and third, Taylor Owens first and second, Meghann Zank fourth. Goats Showmanship: Jessica Cheeseman second, Jessa Cheeseman fourth. Mature Doe: Andrew Cheeseman first. Andrew Market: Cheeseman second, Jessa Cheeseman 10th. Yearling: Jessica Cheeseman first. 1-2 Year Pack Goat: Jessica Cheeseman first. Goat in Training: Jessa Cheeseman first. Grand Champion Boer Doe: Jessica Cheeseman. Anyone interested in join­ ing the Vermontville Jr. Farmers club should call Carla Rumsey at (517) 726­ 1381 or Kim Eldred at (517) 726-0061. GOT MILK! Whole MILK SKIM Dairy Products - Ground Chuck. X-lb. or Patties - Fudge - Cider Avon - Teachers Gifts - Syrup - All Great Gift Ideas Available Herel COME IN FOR LUNCH 11-2 - SOUP & SANDWICHES Delicious ICE CREAMCAKES - DRIVE-THRU for MILK �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 6,2005 — Page 5 MVCCOH to have Santa’s Workshop The Maple Valley dren. Community Center of Hope The time of 9 tol0:30 in downtown Nashville will a.m. is being reserved for be transformed into Santa’s children and families who Workshop from 9 a.m. to 2 are not receiving aid from p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. any other agencies during Dianne Bowden, pastor of the Christmas season. From Nashville United Methodist 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Santa’s Church and the executive Workshop will be open to director of the MVCCOH, all who need assistance dur­ said no child should be with­ ing the Christmas season. out a gift at Christmas and Bowden said donations to children also need to feel the benefit the MVCCOH and joy that giving brings. its programs will be grate­ Children in need can fully accepted , during come to the community cen­ Santa’s Workshop, but are ter Saturday and select and not required. For more wrap a gift for their siblings information about the work­ and parents and parents can shop, call (517) 852-0644. Local crafters will be on hand to provide students at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville with an opportuni- select gifts for their chilty to purchase reasonably-priced handcrafted items for Christmas giving. >w s< js < Me. J?918^ •■Miill MMsil uu . Nfij Nf Nf i i *£?■'* J® SHBB-g 1 Maplewood to be host for Christmas Craft Sale Parents and the public are invited to attend the annual Christmas Craft Sale, featur­ ing 13 local vendors, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8 and Friday, Dec. 9, at Maplewood Elementary, 170 Seminary St., in Vermontville. The first sale was organ­ ized two years ago to provide students at the school with the opportunity to purchase reasonably priced handcraft­ ed items for Christmas gift giving. t a iteSi’TjtJ! hp litwlrtfki et aitttiit! tisr JSSKlfalfcB i I daltokjtt^ W ®i{hW" jjt -j. i.'®Be»£EC *unt2H’' Bx rfubi# ,» E> •M- will be on hand to help Maplewood students with free gift wrapping. For more information, call Kirchoff at Maplewood Elementary (517) 726-0600. Yhe Joy of Christmas- A Simp|Cr A Kountry Christmas Congratulations!!!! to KELLYSHAVER From Nashville; WINNER ofour contest for a $100 Gift Certificate For everything from business 4-H food drive is this weekend cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics wi— “Each of the crafters try to bring a selection of gift items for $5 or less and a few other things that cost a little bit more,” said organizer Karen Kirchoff.m Leadership students from Maple Valley High School ■zeuntry^treasur,. (269)945-9554 Nashville’s Maple Valley Lightening Bolts 4-H Club will have a canned food drive to benefit the “Wish-UponA-Star” Christmas Basket program from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Putnam Park Community 219 N. Main • Nashville • 517.852.0845 • fax 517852.0461 Building. Anyone who would like to support the Christmas Basket program may drop off canned or non-perishable food, which will be distrib­ uted to local families in need on Saturday, Dec. 17. 4526 S. 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Call us today at 517.852.0845 or stop by to make an appointment. the spotfor service For more information, you may also call the State of Michigan's Medicare Medicaid Assistance HOTLINE: 800.803.7174 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 6,2005 — Page 6 Parable comes to life at weekend fund-raisers Besides a beef Stroganoff have pooled their money dinner and a concert by together to pay for Max and Amaryllis slated for this Ruth’s gas to drive here and Friday, Nashville United two families have pooled Methodist Church is inviting their money for the $6.50 everyone to attend a craft Stroganoff dinner that we and gift bazaar, silent auction will be serving that night and a sloppy joe luncheon before the concert.” from noon to 3 p.m. Still others used their Saturday, Dec. 10, and a money to purchase craft pork loin dinner from 5:30 to materials they have fash­ 7:30 p.m. ioned into items for the craft All events will take place and gift bazaar and silent at the church, which is locat­ auction. ed at the comer of State and “We have some young Washington streets in children who are making Nashville. jewelry and others are mak­ “I gave out 100 five dollar ing Christmas ornaments out These items are a small sampling of the items being offered at the craft and gift bills when I was preaching of Play Doh and some of our on the parable of the talents adult members have made bazaar and silent auction this Saturday at the Nashville United Methodist Church. (Matthew 25:14-30) and the and donated quilts and other people have really gone to hand crafted items,” said work to multiply those $5 Bowden. “I love the interGive An AdolescentA Hand Up: Foster a Teen. bills,” said Dianne Bowden, generational aspect that has Reservations for Barry County Foster pastor of the Nashville come about through project. Parenting Classes United Methodist Church. We have great-great grand­ are being taken nowfor a upcoming Hastings class that will “What they have done parents and 5-year-olds be offered in January on Saturdays. Barry County needs between then and now is just involved; it is really cool.” homesfor sibling groups, andplacementsfor even one teen. unbelievable. We’re calling Members of the communi­ To inquire about class reservations, or to request a no-cost this, ‘A Miracle at the Comer ty who would like to sell information packet about Foster Parenting of State and Washington.’ their craft items at the craft email: muller-hayesj@michigan.gov or “Max and Ruth and gift bazaar may obtain Bloomquist will be here to booth space for a $25 dona­ phone 517-543-5844 perform on Friday night for a tion. love offering, it is no cost to After shopping for gifts at us, but some of our families the craft show, everyone is Gall for Classifieds 269-945-9554 Member of Greater Lansing Association of 1lIll1ljil1^H A^1Um IIvMIv* IIVIfA ifliI|IbII biF m b \VI/ Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; 1R11e^^a1l IE vMstVaitieI Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service "•‘■""‘I 227 N. 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The auction will conclude at 8 p.m. “This has turned into a weekend where if people don’t want to cook meals they can come on down to the church and have some­ one else do the cooking for them,” said Bowden. “This has just been phe­ nomenal,” she added. “It started here in our church, but it has spread out into the community with a lot of social events. We call this, ‘A Miracle in the Making.’ Yes, it is about raising money but, more important, it’s also about people sharing their gifts, graces and talents and coming together to work as a community.” All proceeds from the weekend’s activities will benefit both the local and the statewide ministry and out­ reach programs ofthe United Methodist Church. For more information, call (517) 852-2043. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 6,2005 — Page 7 Ruth and Max Bloomquist to perform at Nashville UMC The award-winning musical duo of Ruth and Max Bloomquist will appear in a benefit concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, at the Nashville United Methodist Church, comer of State and Washington streets in Nashville. The concert will follow a fund-raising dinner start­ ing at 5 pm at the church. The Bloomquists have been winning audiences and fans wherever they play for more than 20 years. Ruth Bloomquist performs in concert solo and as part of a duo with husband Max. They some­ times are backed by Amaryllis, a full bluegrass band. Ruth’s rich alto voice and her well crafted original songs will stay with you long after the show. Ruth is the winner of the 2003 Merlefest, Chris Austin Songwriting Contest in the Gospel cat­ egory with her song “By The River.” She was also nominated for a West Michigan Jammie Award for her CD, “All For Love’s Sake” in 2002. Ruth performed in 2002 with Garrison Keillor, at his request, during his one-man show, “An Evening With Garrison Keillor,: at the historic Frauenthal Theater in Christmas comes to Nashville Ruth and Max Bloomquist Muskegon. The Wheatland Music Organization invited Ruth to co-anchor the songwrit­ ing workshops at the Wheatland Traditional Arts Festival in 2001 and 2002. She is a member of the IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) and was selected for the Songwriters Showcase at the 1999 World of Bluegrass trade show and convention in Louisville, Ky. The Bloomquists’ 2005 schedule has included opening slots for Lou Reid and Carolina, the Chenille Sisters, and Sarah Lee Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 Mich. Lie. #23-1748 06605544 Saw line. 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Donations accepted • Gifts for all Wrapping Station Children’s Activities <2 i or more information contact MVCCOH at 517-852-0664 Local blood drives slated for Dec. 8,15 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales - Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Guthrie and Johnny Irion. . They performed with The Northern Michigan Songwriters In The Round; and at the annual South Boardman Bluegrass Festival (with Paul Kirchner on banjo), as well as performing and facilitating a songwriting workshop for the Celebration of Women in the Arts in Manistee. A free-will offering will be taken with proceeds to benefit the ministries of the church. A Stroganoff dinner will be served, starting at 5 p.m. To make reservations, or for more information, call the church 852-2043. For more information on the music, visit www.ruthbloomquist.com This unidentified young lady sits on Santa’s lap to tell him here Christmas wishes. Santa Claus was at Mace Pharmacy in Nashville Friday night to visit with children as part of the village’s first “Nashville Noel.” The Holly Trolley was available for rides around town to see Christmas lights and many of the local resturaunts and shops were open later to usher in the holiday season. I c8o The Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Mulberry Gardens Banquet facility from 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. The Maple Valley High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) is sponsoring a blood drive for the American Red Cross Thursday, Dec. 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. Blood donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh 110 pounds or more, and be in good general health. Call for Classifieds 269-945-9554 December “Make a Miracle” Activities!! Friday, Dec. 9th Beef Stroganoff Dinner 5:30-7:30'PM $6.50 Sug. Offering • Amaryllis in Conceit • 7:30PM Love Offering (Original folk/bluegrass/gospel) Saturday, Dec. 10th Christmas Crafts and Gifts Bazaar 12:00-3:00PM (Sloppy Joe Lunch available) • Pork Loin Dinner • 5:30-7:30 PM $6.50 Sug. Offering • Silent Auction ends 8:00PM Thursday, Dec. 15th Gift Wrapping Bee for Wish Upon A Star 6:30PM Friday, Dec. 16th Pack Community Christmas Baskets 6:30PM Saturday, Dec. 17th Pick-up/Delivery of Community Christmas Baskets 9AM-12Noon Saturday, Dec. 24th Christmas Eve. Worship Service 7PM and 11PM Sunday, Dec. 25th Christmas Day and Worship Service Saturday, Dec. 31st New Year’s Eve Party • Watch Night Service For more information contact the Nashville United Methodist Church 517-852-2043 or 269-838-2340 �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, December 6, 2005 — Page 8 New league, new players, new coach for Lion volleyball by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Senior Allison Oleson is the only starter returning for the Maple Valley varsity vol­ leyball team this season, which won a conference championship last winter. Even the coach is new. Bill Brenton takes over for his first season at Maple Valley, after coaching varsi­ ty volleyball at Charlotte High School and at Spring Arbor College. Oleson, an outside hitter, will provide plenty of leader­ ship, as she suits up for the varsity for a fourth season. She is the only returning starter, but she isn’t the only returning player that saw time on the court last year. Also back are junior middle hitters Rebecca Kent and Jessica Winegar, and junior setter Alaina Mater. At 5-9 and 5-8 Kent and Winegar don’t provide a lot of size up front for the Lions. The Lions’ won’t be com­ pletely without size. After a year away from volleyball, 5-10 senior Mindy Newton. Brenton said that Newton has demonstrated “the work ethic it takes to bring herself to a competitive level.” Also joining the varsity are four sophomores, outside hitter Danielle Christensen, weakside hitter Ashley Gonser, middle Rachel Mater, and defensive specialist/setter Lauren Pierce. “We want to develop a competitive team that by sea­ son end will be strong against stronger teams,” said Brenton. There are plenty of strong teams in the Southern Michigan Activities Association (South) this win- ter, including Jackson County Western, Hillsdale, Stockbridge, and Brooklyn Columbia Central. The Lions open the SMAA season with a trip to Stockbridge on Wednesday, Jan. 4. The Lions open the season this Saturday at the Bath Invitational. Maple Valley’s first home matches will be Monday, Jan. 9, when Springport and Saranac come to town. Some of state’s top teams on Lions schedule this year by Brett Bremer Senior Allison Oleson is the only returning starter for the Maple Valley varsity girls’ volleyball team this sea­ son. The Lions will open their season this Saturday at the Bath Invitational. Sports Editor Playing in the new Southern Michigan Athletic Association (South) the Maple Valley Lions are spared playing the defending Class C state champions from Olivet twice this sea­ son, unless of course they meet in the district touma- 63100 6400 Outdoor Tradition. A 400 CHILDREN S IK. ARCTIC PAC INSULATED 8” Leather Top Pac . * . '■ Rugged Light Brown leather uppers. Lightweight TPR injection molded bottom and traction lug outsole. Removable soft felt insulating liner. Built-in THERMOLITE insulation. Removable fleece-lined insole. Heel kick-off. 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The new conference may have taken one very tough game off the Lions’ sched­ ule, but it added four that are nearly as tough. Now the Lions must face Albion and Hillsdale twice each. Albion was knocked out ofthe Class C tournament by Olivet in the semifinals last year. Hillsdale reached the quar­ terfinals in Class B, where they fell to the eventual state champs from Grand Rapids South Christian. Those two teams are the clear favorites in the SMAA (South) this winter. The Maple Valley Lions just hope they can be close on their heels. The Lions are again blessed with good team speed and quickness, with the return of senior guards Adam Gonser and Adam Lamphere in the back court, and senior post players Josh Bursley and Andy Root. Also back is junior forward Eric Westendorp. Second-year head coach Keith Jones doesn’t see much depth beyond that however, and that could make things tough on the Lions this season. One key addition to the team is junior See BASKETBALL, next page Athlete of the week Maple Valley High School Varisty Varsity Football Maple Valley's Tyler Greenfield pinned his opponent from Wayland in 54 seconds as the Lions opened their season at home Thursday night. Greenfield's pin was one of four by the Lions in their nine-point loss to the Wildcats. The 4695 Middleville Rd. Lynn Denton M-37, Middleville, Ml Agency 1-800-443-5253 11 N. 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Jamie Corwin followed giving opponents six points that up with a pin at 130 and for each empty flight. Tyler Corwin earned a pin at Not only are there gap’s in 135. the Lions’ line-up, there is a After those three matches, gap in the talent level. A few the Lions mustered just two solid wrestlers return with more wins the rest of the some experience this winter, way, and had voids at three but there is also a group of weight classes including 103 beginning wrestlers that have and 112. It didn’t hurt as much left to learn. Maple Valley’s Ron Smith (top) is one of two returning individual regional qualifiers for the Lions’ this winter. The much as it could have with Leading the list oftalented Wayland also taking voids at other is Tyler Greenfield. The Lions continue their season Thursday night at Delton Kellogg. returnees are Ron Smith, two of those three weight Raven Scurlock, Tyler classes. Greenfield, Jamie Corwin, Panthers and Marcellus. Middleville. The Lions’ next Mark Andler won for Wildcats’ Levi Urias wres­ all ended in pins. Many of the young Lions Olivet will also be in atten­ home contest is the Jesse Tyler Corwin, Keith Maple Valley by fall at 160 tled the only bout of the Lackscheide, and Justin pounds, as did Tyler match that went the full six will work on extending their dance. Snow Memorial Invitational minutes, with Urias coming matches when they travel to Cook. Saturday, the Lions will Dec. 17. Greenfield at 119. Kellogg this be a part of the Jeff Lehman Having those guys return­ Maple Valley’s out on top. The other ten Delton ing wasn’t enough to get the Lackscheide and the matches that were contested Thursday to face the host Memorial Invitational in Lions a win in either of their first two duals last Thursday PLAN, continued from page night at home. Sports Editor BASKETBALL, continued from previous page forward T.J. Bentley. The Lions don’t have any time to prepare for what could be their toughest ball game of the season. They play host to Olivet this Friday night, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30. The contest with Olivet is one of three before the holi­ day break for the Lions, and the only home came until the conference opener Jan. 6 against Jackson County Western High School. plain. Stickles also said, "The rea­ son he should not be allowed is because he was granted one thing... and he took it on him­ self to run it for a year and half, completely illegal, because he was not zoned commercial and he took it one himself to do it and it’s already cost this town­ ship, I couldn’t tell you how much, for lawyers fees and stuff, because of it." He also said he objected because when Weatherwax was granted permission to build on the site, the exiting house was to be tom down, something which has not occurred. "It’s only going to cost us more and more money the way things are going," he concluded. 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He also went on to say that at the last planning commission meeting he had heard three members say that they were in favor of rezoning Weatherwax’s property, "I don’t think those three members should be voting on it ifthey’ve already had their mind made up before we had a public hearing and their personal opinion shouldn’t be involved in any way..." Dave Chase, a member ofthe original planning commission and futuring committee, spoke against the rezoning. He said that it had been "several years" since the township and the vil­ lage work together to establish the master plan, "If the people in the township feel that it is time to make a change and allow some commercial that we didn’t make provisions for, I can live with that, ifthat is what the township would like to see versus what we felt they wanted to do three, four, years ago... all I ask is that the planning com­ mission go about it in the prop­ er way. And, to do it this way, at least in, my humble opinion, is spot zoning because there is no provision for commercial, be it right or wrong... to do it in this fashion I feel is spot zoning which, last I knew, was irregu­ lar if not borderline illegal to do that. Chase went on to say that at the last commission meeting the township’s legal council told members four times, "Yeah, you can do it, but you really shouldn’t do that because that’s just not the way to conduct your business. I would like the Planning Commission to go along with that and go about your business and do this right. Hold your meetings and your public meetings address your master plan and if the public chooses to make some changes, that’s fine. Make your changes to the master plan and bring your zoning regulations up to date and I, personally, would be sorry about it." Scott Johnson said he was not opposed to zoning Weatherwax’s property com­ mercial, "on a personal level," however, he stated that he lives in the country because he didn’t want to be surrounded by busi­ nesses. "My children are too young to need gainful employment. And, I do understand; when I was a child, I worked on a farm and that opportunity isn’t there for children now like it was when I was young," he said. "But, that is something that we, as residents of the country, we know that when we move out here. We’re just kidding our­ selves if we think that our kids are going to work next door to us. I don’t think that is going to happen." Johnson said he was con­ cerned that if Weatherwax’s property was zoned commer­ cial, it would open the door for other businesses to come in and traffic could increase. "I have lived in the country my whole life, and I live in the country for the peace, the quiet, the structure that we receive, that we have in the country," he said. "I just wonder where we go from here... is this the snow­ ball at the top of the hill... I’m all for free enterprise. I’m all for anyone making a living doing something that makes them happy and can do and they can do at home... I’m all for that but I just think that with a commer­ cial zoning, where do we go from here, you know? A farm market is a nice thing around the comer from my house... but we open up a huge can of worms when we go further." Yolanda McClure spoke against the rezoning, stating, "My comments are that basical­ ly the building (Weatherwax Farm Market and Nursery) was built very deceptively to begin with... he really hasn’t been in compliance since he built the building, with zoning," she said. "I don’t really want a commer­ cial building down there..." She went on to say that once the property is zoned commer­ cial, the township would have no control over what type of business could go in their next... I object strongly to hav­ ing that zoned commercial." Stacey Sheridan said that he felt the rezoning would go against the intent ofthe original master plan, which was to keep commercial properties within the village limits and not in the township. He also stated that he felt the rezoning could open the doors for other less desirable businesses in the future. "Who knows what’s going to happen... we could zone it com­ mercial now and it would be See PLAN, next page xplore / ection with classes in Medical Massage Therapy • e-Leaming Programs offered • Convenient funding options available • Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan & Indiana cities Click or call for more information Toll Free: 888-285-9989 www.BlueHeronAcademy.com - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 ^four ■Better '^'atck Qut, ^OU ■fetter [\|ot Pout. ^You Better |\|ot C rq, | m "Jelling qou ^^kq... Wq.Clous is.. .. Coming^Cookies to andFuller Street School! 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We could have a McDonald’s. We could have a sex shop... You’d have no say." Rob Cook said the business was "fine with me," but ques­ tioned whether a special use permit would solve the problem of future businesses coming in that would be less appropriate for the area. Steve Wilbur said he was opposed to the farm market because "the way it’s been planned out by Mr. Weatherwax Kay Goodemoot, from New York Life, talks to a Mace Pharmacy customer about and the whole mess... it sets a precedent for the future, any­ his options under Medicare Part D. body that wants to bring a busi­ ness into Vermontville legally they can look back on this situa­ tion and use this in court..." He also said he objected because he felt the business could create a traffic hazard because the property is located near "a blind comer on Ionia Road." Senior citizens in the also available for home con­ 852-0845. At the end ofthe public hear­ Maple Valley don’t have to sultations for shut-ins and ing Weatherwax had an oppor­ wade through the more than others who are not able to tunity to speak on his own behalf, "There have been many 30-page Medicare Part D come into town on those comments made here again booklet and try to decide dates. tonight that I did not follow the The Medicare prescription alone which plan will best proper channels... and that I drug benefit begins.Jan. 1, suit their needs and income. miss represented the facts. I Kay and Jeremy 2006, and seniors can sign up want to go on record once again The Eaton County Sheriff Goodemoot, financial servic­ until May 15 without penal­ stating that that is entirely es professionals from New ty. Seniors are asked to Department will conduct a wrong... I tried to create the York Life Insurance bring information on any Snowmobile Safety class business down there identical Company are returning to current prescription plans, from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, the way I presented it to the Mace Pharmacy in Nashville annual income, general Dec. 12' and Wednesday, planning commission the origi­ Dec. 14, for a total of four again this week to talk with assets and savings and annu­ hours of instruction in the nal night," said Weatherwax. seniors, answer questions al prescription costs with Sheriff Department EOC "Mr. Dave Chase set directly to and help them decide which them to the appointment. Room, 1025 Independence my left at that meeting, to his left set Mr. Rulison. Dave Call (517) 852-0845 for an Blvd., Charlotte. plan is best for them. The pair are scheduling appointment. There is no charge for the Chase... said to Mr. Rulison, ‘If we vote on this tonight are we For more information sen­ class and participants must be letting commercial in the back appointments in 20-minute blocks at the pharmacy from ior citizens may also call the at least 12 years of age. To enroll or if you have door?’ of Michigan’s 9:30 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 State "It was discussed and said... p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7, Medicare and Medicaid any questions, please call ‘We knew that someday it had and Friday, Dec. 9. They are Assistance Hotline at l-(800) Jerri Nesbitt at (517) 543­ to happen and what better to 5257. start with than this.’ And, after that discussion, Dave Chase, you voted, ‘yes.’" said Weatherwax. Chase acknowledged that he did indeed vote, yes that first Located at the I ntersection of M-43 & M -50 night. "Thank you for that affirma­ tion," said Weatherwax before continuing. "From the very beginning I have presented the package truthfully, honestly... everything I wanted and every­ I thing I intended to put down Jan. 9-Jan. 26,2006 Dec. 20-22,2005 there; I have never waivered from it and I have not tried to Feb. 6-Feb. 23,2006 Jan.31-Feb. 2,2006 put anything that I didn’t ask for ! upfront, and that’s all I am ask­ tso ing for now, is the permission To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 by way ofrezoning so that I can go on do what I was asked to do. Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith "I am, according to the town­ ship, probably being asked to be Mace Pharmacy offers Medicare Part D advice Snowmobile saftey courses offered free F THE TRAFFIC SCENE ffriver educationfor students 14 years, 8 months or older Segment Class Segment II Class s 7 DAYS A WEEK 6AM - 8PM decision regarding one of your very best taxpay­ a ers... $7,500 is what my taxes Weatherwax’s rezoning appli­ cation that night because the are now assessed at That’s township ’s legal council $144 a week. I’m sorry, I got to sell more than a couple oftoma­ advised them against making a toes and a bushel of apples a decision, "on the spur of the week to pay those kind of moment." During the regular meeting taxes," he said. "I’d again ask you to keep in mind that com­ of the planning commission, mercial is very much necessary members discussed what was allowed under the township’s in our township. There are no goodjobs in Lansing, there used home occupation ordinances. to be, Battle Creek, Grand Laverty-Meeker had received an application from Tana and Rapids... they aren’t there. People are excited if they get a Ken Miller, requesting to be allowed to expand their home­ job for $6.50 an hour today, I know, I’ve been there. I get based photography business to dozens ofapplications a week if an existing pole-barn on their we take them... week after property. Commission members stated week it’s that way. We have to grow. Our young people cannot that they were unable to approve be expected to drive clear to the application because the Charlotte to try to hold down a township’s home occupation part-time job... Ifwe don’t have ordinance prohibits a home­ work here for them, what are based business to expand out­ side the primary business, they going to do? "I do believe it is our respon­ including an existing garage, sibility as leaders in the commu­ pole bam or other out building. Commission member Blair nity to make opportunities hap­ Miller said the "inefficiencies" pen... so that our young people of the ordinance need to be can stay home," he continued. "Our kids shouldn’t graduate addressed to allow the Millers from Maple Valley schools and to expand their business and encourage the growth other have to move somewhere else to have our grandchildren in order small businesses in the town­ ship. to find a place to support them... They should be able to do it "In order to do favor to the here, close to home, in their own Millers, and their request and do community. I’d ask everyone of them justice, as well as our you, before you make your final Amish community, we’re going vote on this, ‘Today, where can to need to address this home they go and apply for a job in occupation and make it correct Vermontville Township and get and not something to be avoided and look for some subtle incon­ it?" Before closing the public spicuous way of sneaking the hearing, Rulison clarified what home occupation statement... would be permitted in a com­ which states you must be inside mercial district: accessory the residence, period," he said. buildings smaller than the prin­ "It also states that you must use, cipal building, amusement ‘home-like and hobby-like’ establishments, convenience tools in your home occupation. store excluding fuel service, The Millers... sound like they general retail, personal services, have a very viable business... and restaurants. but we are making huge hurdles Mark Lawless, who lives for them to jump to have a pho­ north of the village, asked if he tographic studio that will not be would be prohibited from sell­ allowed, under zoning ordi­ ing bags of com in his yard or if nance, to use commercial-grade his wife wanted to cut hair out equipment, lighting, cameras, of the house, and they were not things like that... which is zoned commercial, would such specifically prohibited under activities be illegal. 4.1 A of the home occupation of Rulison said Lawless should our ordinance. confer with Amy Laverty"We (need) to put common Meeker, the township’s zoning sense into this ordinance so we administrator, and noted that the don’t have to sneak around... commission would be dis­ and make it an encouragement cussing home occupations later thing," he continued, stating he that evening during its regular would like to see the ordinance meeting. amended, "to embrace the Rulison also noted that the Hewlett-Packard, the Henry commission would not be ren­ Ford... these are businesses that dering a decision regarding are extremely important ... Weatherwax’s rezoning appli­ Harley-Davidson, and an cation that night because the extremely long list of the township’s legal counsel, from American way of doing busi­ the law firm of Foster, Swift & ness — starting small at Collins, advised them against it, home... until such time until "They want us to take our such time as that is no longer Rulison also noted that the com­ See PLAN, next page mission would not be rendering Bell Saida Nashville’s Family Restaurant 113 N. Main St. Nashville • Ph. 517-852-9700 CLAYS BIG SAVINGS "Fried Chicken by the Bucket Served with equal amounts of Breasts, Thighs, Wings and Drumsticks Meal Deal comes with garlic bread, muffin of the day, choice of two sides (cole slaw, cottage cheese, potato salad, mashed potatoes and gravy, or baked beans). Additional sides $1.50 each. Will be here at Clays on Sat.; Dec. 11 & 18 Between HAM & 2PM Pieces Serves 8 2-3 10 3-4 12 4-6 16 6-8 Meal $16.99 $18.99 $22.99 $28.99 Ta Ga 0«£y ~ Ca£C ahead ofc juot otop hi! Bring the Kids & Your Camera! Chicken Only 2 sides, 2 muffins $10.99 2 sides, 4 muffins $12.99 2 sides, 6 muffins $15.99 New on the Menufor Friday & Saturday Nights Rum Rih $| 1 99 12 oz. Queen Cut...... for only I I 16 oz. King Cu 3 sides, 8 muffins $20.99 l$y 1I 0V99 for only �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 6, 2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS PLAN, confined from previous page appropriate. "Certainly Mr. Ford did not build his factory in his back yard... but he started a business, he got it going, he got it right, probably had a few employees before he could afford to be out For Sale of that spot to a more appropri­ 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR­ ate spot," he concluded. "...I PET: beige, brand new think in addressing the concerns (bought, never used). Stilll on of the Amish, and other folks roll. New $800 - sell $295. here, I think it is our duty to encourage people to bring (517)204-0600 into this town, not to FOR SALE: Contractor's money send it away." Cap, fits 88-89 Chevy or Blair concluded that amend­ GMC truck long box. Red, ing the ordinance would encour­ good condition, $300 OBO. age the growth of home-based Call (616)262-7041. businesses and prevent people HOUSE FULL OF FURNI- from having to seek "a convo­ TURE: Everything must go! luted approach" to circumvent­ (All items less men 2mos. ing the current ordinance. old). Bedrooms, great room, Rulison, agreed with Miller dining, kitchen, living room. Solid Oak and Mah ogany, that the Miller’s application new beds. Too much to list. would have to be turned down Cost $8,000. Will sacrifice for. because it was not allowed under the current ordinance and $2,500/best, (517)204-0600 stated that he felt it was, "a com­ SLEIGH BED: queen cherry plete tragedy." wood with pillowtop mat­ During the lengthy discus­ tress set, $175. (517)719-8062 sion which ensued, commission member Nyle Wells said that while his family arrived in Vermontville in a coveredwagon 145 years ago, he now found himself faced with the CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 Garage Sale Suutt\ SS 5 2 S S s <> ss: v'« ss>: v« SSJ vcs«SSJ \?*SSs w k stsS?! s sS! s JsS^ For Rent 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 BEDROOM HOME in the village of Nashville for rent, $540 per month, includes water bill and $500 security Call deposit.. No pets. (269)945-5304. Business Services Household 2 FREE GARAGE SALE MINI STORAGE AVAILA­ KOHLER & CAMPBELL BLE, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 upright piano, excellent conunits, space your storage dition, $600, you carry away, place, 616-374-1200. 269-788-5991. at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. YOU WANT QUALITY 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 (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. PUBLIC HEARING Scjwj* cjwj ,*’• £% h,, ’JUjMStj * c*^'*"» , »£? ?**»*» » ?»» «». ' •llt totaiuilli ca^ *&i Ktcting^ fen tBSfLiili toito 04pliWci 4Urttetota|tai sta jrrfm lEff- lie (Kai) B {««EB :2Ei JStBSiriaMSS :si ill tot»srt ml. r k alubiiom^ S£ S'hBMi®!* & fjOeiosttomta nltd. 'to ata * ji ftikn-htW to h in- foLitaltata jt jtaitajiiiita'J Bufej-toita. d1 awtljld?1111,11 to it its - * ® faHHta The Village of Nashville Zoning Board of appeals will hold a public hearing on December 15,2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. SUBJECT: To hear public discussion on a spe­ cial use permit request for 201 S. Main St. The section of the Zoning Ordinance in question is Chapter XIIV Special Uses, to permit an auto­ mobile sales lot at this location. If you wish to comment in writing on this variance request you must do so by December 14,2005 and turn it into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., PO Box 587, Nashville, MI. 06619143 HOUSEHOLD REFUSE CULLECTIOH COHTRACT RID The Village of Nashville is soliciting bids for the authorized household refuse collection agent for the Village. Any com­ pany interested in bidding should send in their bid to the Village Office. Any ques­ tions can be directed to the Clerk at 517­ 852-9544. All bids must be submitted in writing before 5:00 p.m. on January 6, 2006 to the Nashville Village Office, 203 N. Main, PO Box 587, Nashville, MI 49073. The Village of Nashville reserves the right to reject any and all bids. PUBLISHER’S NOTICE: onm oZnZm 06571010 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP 06619146 SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm ATTENTION VERMONTVILLE VILLAGE RESIDENTS NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing has been scheduled for December 8, 2005 at the Regular Council Meeting at 6:30 pm at the Village Office, for the pur­ pose of discussing adoption of the 2006 Budget. A copy of the budg­ et is available for public inspection in the Clerk’s Office at 121 Eastside Drive or at the Village Garage at 134 Westside Drive. THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PRO­ POSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available OF THIS HEARING. Public comments, either oral or written, are welcome at the Public Hearing. Handicapped persons needing assistance or aid should con­ tact the Village Office during regular working hours forty eight hours prior to the meeting. Shirley Harmon Village Clerk 06618380 (517)726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE i Now accepting MasterCard & Visa LEGAL NOTICE THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLEC­ TOR ATTEMPTING TO COL­ LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMA­ TION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR' THAT PURPOSE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT THE NUMBER BELOW IF YOU ARE IN ACTIVE MILITARY DUTY. MORTGAGE SALE Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by James M. Grantham and Lisa Grantham, husband and wife, to Decision One Mortgage Company, L.L.C., mortgagee, dated October 15, 1998 and recorded October 21, 1998 in Instrument Number 1019694, Barry County Records. Said mortgage is now held by The Bank of New York, as Trustee for First City Capital Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement dated 11/1/98 by assignment dated October 20, 1998 and recorded on May 24, 1999 in Instrument Number 1029992, Barry County Records. There is claimed to be due on such mortgage the sum of One Hundred Twenty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Forty-Eight and 25/100 Dollars ($122,248.25) including interest at the rate of 10.40% per annum. Under the power of sale contained in the mortgage and the statutes of the State of Michigan, notice is hereby given that the mortgage will be fore­ closed by a sale of the mort­ gaged premises, or some part of FORECLOSURE NOTICE This them, at public vendue at the firm is a debt collector attempting Barry County Courthouse in to collect a debt. Any information Hastings in Barry County, obtained will be used for this pur- Michigan at 1:00 p.m. on pose. If you are in the Military, December 15,2005. The premis­ please contact our office at the es are located in the Township of number listed below. MORT- Thornapple, Barry County, GAGE SALE - Default has been Michigan, and are described as: made in the conditions of a cer­ A parcel of land in the Northeast tain mortgage made by: John D 1/4 of Section 22, Town 4 North, Shoup and Brenda L. Shoup, Range 10 West, described as Husband and Wife to Mortgage commencing at the North 1/4 Electronic Registration Systems, post of said Section 22; thence Inc., as nominee for Lender and North 88 degrees 53 minutes 45 Lender’s successors. successors. and seconds East 70.65 feet along assigns, Mortgagee, organized the North line of said section to and existing under the laws of the centerline of highway M-37; Delaware Mortgagee, dated thence South 29 degrees 51 minFebruary 22, 2005 and recorded utes 15 seconds East 1235.27 March 7, 2005 in Document feet along said centerline; thence Number 1142323 Barry County North 86 degrees 40 minutes 02 Records, Michigan on which seconds East 67.10 feet to the mortgage there is claimed to be Northeasterly right of way line of due at the date hereof the sum of highway M-37 for a point of One Hundred Twenty-Five beginning; thence North 86 Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty- degrees 40 minutes 02 seconds Nine Dollars and Thirty-Five East 184.77 feet; thence North 74 Cents ($125,959.35) including degrees 57 minutes 39 seconds East 194.16 feet; thence North 29 interest 10.05% per annum. Under the power of sale con­ degrees 50 minutes 6 seconds tained in said mortgage and the West (previously recorded as statute in such case made and North 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 provided, notice is hereby given seconds West) 235.81 feet; that said mortgage will be fore­ thence South 78 degrees 34 min­ closed by a sale of the mort­ utes 19 seconds West 372.14 gaged premises, or some part of feet (previously recorded as them, at public vendue, at the South 78 degrees 33 minutes 29 Barry County Courthouse in seconds West 372.29 feet) to the Hastings, Ml at 1:00PM on Northeasterly right of way line of Thursday, December 15, 2005. Highway M-37; thence South 29 Said premises are situated in degrees 50 minutes 34 seconds Township of Carlton, Barry East (previously recorded as County, Michigan, and are South 29 degrees 51 minutes 15 described as: Starting at the seconds East) 221.28 feet along Southwest corner of the North 8 said right of way line to the point rods of the South 32 rods of the of beginning. The redemption West 495 feet of the Northwest period shall be 6 months from the quarter of the Southeast quarter date of such sale, unless the of Section 28, Town 4 North, property is determined abanRange 8 West, for the place of doned in accordance with MCLA beginning; thence South along §600.3241 a, in which case the the Section line in the center of redemption period shall be 30 Barber Road 132 feet; thence days from the date of the sale. East 30 rods; thence North 132 TO ALL PURCHASERS: The mortgagee feet; thence West 30 rods to the foreclosing can place of beginning. Commonly rescind the sale in the event a 3rd known as 3366 Barber Rd, party buys the property and there Hastings Ml 49058 The redemp- is a simultaneous resolution with tion period shall be 6 months the borrower. In that event, your from the date of such sale, unless damages, if any, are limited sole­ determined abandoned in accor­ ly to the return of the bid amount at sale. Dotted: dance with 1948CL 600.3241 a, in tendered which case the redemption peri­ November 17, 2005 ORLANS od shall be 30 days from the date ASSOCIATES PC Attorneys for of such sale. Dated: NOVEMBER The Bank of New York, as 8, 2005 Mortgage Electronic Trustee for First City Capital Registration Systems, Inc., as Home Equity Loan Trust 1998-2, nominee for Lender and Lender's under the Pooling and Servicing successors and assigns, Agreement ’ dated 11/1/98 , As Mortgagee Mortgagee Attorneys: Assignee P.O. Box 5041 Troy, Ml 48007-5041 (248) 457-1000 File Potestivo & Associates, P.C. 811 South Blvd. Suite 100 Rochester No. 231.1158 Property Address Hills, Ml 48307 (248) 844-5123 (do not publish): 4700 Middleville Road, 49333 JLMASAP733298 Our File No: 05-40376 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 LEGAL NOTICE LEGAL 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 discrimina­ tion 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 dr 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. specter ofa time when the Wells family would no longer live in Vermontville because there were no job opportunities for his children. "If you’re not growin growing, you’re dying," said Wells, who noted that many of the store­ fronts in Vermontville’s once bustling downtown are now vacant and have little prospect of being filled. Rulison stated that he sees Vermontville becoming a, "quaint destination, not an eco­ nomic hub." Rulison said that if members of the community feel the ordi­ nance feel the home occupation ordinance and the master plan should be amended to encour encour-­ age the growth of home-based businesses then the commission was obligated to do so. "We are here to serve the community," he said, Rulison said that discussion of possible amendments to the home occupation ordinance would be on the agenda ofthe commission’s next' regular meeting which has been slated for 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, at the Vermontville Opera House . Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. is a debt col­ lector and we are attempting to collect a debt and any informa­ tion obtained will be used for that purpose. MORTGAGE SALE - Default has been made in the conditions of a mortgage made by JASON SWAN, A SIN­ GLE- MAN to ARGENT MORT­ GAGE COMPANY, LLC , Mortgagee, dated September 30, 2004, and recorded on October 11, 2004 , as Instrument No. 1135229, in BARRY County Records, Michigan, and assigned by said mortgagee to DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SOUND­ VIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-1 ASSET-BACKED CER­ TIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 on which mortgage there is claimed to be due at the date hereof the sum of two hundred fifteen thou­ sand twenty and 31/100 Dollars ($215,020.31), including interest at 8.000% per annum, with an adjustable rate rider. 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 ven­ due, at the At Barry County Courthouse, Hastings, Ml , at 1:00 PM on December 15, 2005. Said premises are situated in TOWNSHIP OF CARLTON, BARRY County, Michigan and are described as: LOT 9, LEACH LAKE RESORT, CARLTON TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AS RECORDED IN LIBER 1 OF PLATS, PAGE 68, BARRY COUNTY RECORDS 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. DATED: November 15, 2005 Robert A. Tremain & Associates, P.C. 401 South Old Woodward Avenue, Suite 300 Birmingham, Ml 48009-6616 ATTORNEY FOR: DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COM­ PANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-1 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1 Assignee of Mortgagee For More Information Call: (248) 5407701ASAP733305 11/15/2005, 11/22/2005, 11/29/2005, 12/06/2005 06618287 06618282 06618292 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 6,2005 — Page 12 Vermontville Jr. Farmers’ awards listed The Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club already have started some projects for next year’s Eaton County Fair in July. The club starts its year with an awards banquet in the fall as well as a dessert potluck and silent auction to benefit the local food pantry. Then in October registration for new members begins and regular monthly meetings commence. The club has a hayride in the fall and holds a lock-in in January to help new members get acquainted with current members and leaders. Many project lead­ ers start having regular meet­ ings in The spring to begin work for fair. In April, the Jr. Farmers group takes part in the Vermontville Syrup Festival with a club float designed and built by the 4-Hers. The club each year also is respon­ sible for a petting zoo and bake sale, located behind Maple Manor. A new addition this year was custom made patches to help advertise the Maple Syrup Festival. By June many members of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club are beginning their countdown to fair and trying to finish (or start!) their proj­ ects. Then, July comes and after a full year of dedica­ tion, determination and hard work, it all comes down to one week. As usual, VJF has many reasons to celebrate this year, with numerous tro­ phies, ribbons, and honors being awarded to club mem­ bers from the 2005 fair, as follows: Non-Livestock Projects Top Ten: Tyler Franks Pie, Casserole; Matt Ramey Shooting Sports Poster and Book; Adam Zank Strawberry Pie, Tie Dye; Christin Hoffman Leathercraf;, Pat Mulvany Leathercraft; Chase Cushing Canning,; Chris Rumsey Container Garden, Cactus, Michigan Foods; Heather Ruffner Bread, Senior Foods; Amy Slabberkom Bread; Emily Franks Bread; Taylor Cushing Padded Photo Albu;, Sammy Hodack Sculpture, Pencil Drawing, Photography, Candlemaking; Emily Eldred Junior Knitting; Katie Eldred Tie Dye, Painted Garment. Judges Choice: Chris Rumsey, Hydroponics, Canning; Jessica Cheeseman, Tin Punch; Danny Laverty, Leathercraft. Most Outstanding Canning Exhibit: Chris Rumsey. Best Canned Vegetables: Taylor Cushing. Outstanding Dairy Food: Hillary Ruffner first, Heather Ruffner third. 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FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality Value & Service Free Estimates Lake Odessa Nashville (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-12-13.pdf de311faea9cf6d450fb03fbb600bcde9 PDF Text Text ^ L TSR^ Hm^aSting12s1 sp blic l s CHURCH SI HAS1INGS Ml 43058- Published by J^Ad Graphics, Inc. 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 49, December 13, 2005 New graduation requirements mean changes for local schools by Amy Jo Parish Staff Writer The" Michigan Department of Education is developing mandated graduation requirements for all high schools in hopes of pro­ pelling Michigan’s public school education ahead of other states and giving stu­ dents the tools they need to excel in the changing job market. But how will these new requirements affect high schools and middle schools in Barry County? State Board of Education President Kathleen N. Straus said, “We have to have high expectations for all kids. This really goes a long way to right the wrong all these years of only requiring civics for graduation. We can’t keep doing everything we’ve been doing. Otherwise, we’ll be getting the same results.” State Superintendent of Schools Mike Flanagan pre­ sented recommendations for the new standards at last month’s State Board of Education meeting. The board is to take action on them Tuesday, Dec. 13. If the changes affect any of Michigan’s laws the plan will be forwarded to the State Legislature and Gov. Jennifer Granholm for review. The standards include Flanagan’s “Michigan Merit Curriculum” which is com­ prised of 16 credit hours in required classes. The total number of credits required for graduation would still be left to the local districts to determine. Included in the “Michigan Merit Curriculum” required classes are: • Four years of English language arts; • One year each of algebra I, geometry, algebra II, and an additional math class dur­ ing the senior year; • One year each of biolo­ gy; physics or chemistry; and one additional year of sci­ ence; • Three years of social sci­ ence, which must include a semester of both civics and economics; • One year of health or physical education; and • One year of fine arts, which may include music, art or theater courses. Chris Cooley, superin­ tendent of the Hastings Area School System, said the pro­ posed changes would require students to take one more year of English, two more years of math and an addi­ tional year of science. Though it may sound like major changes are ahead for the district, Cooley said for the majority of students it won’t mean a major schedule shift. “A lot of our students are there in their electives, they’re just not required to be,” said Cooley. Cooley said he sees the mandate as a positive move for the state, one that looks to the economic future of the students. “I think Mike Flanagan is right when he talks about how we can’t be a civics only state. We need to make sure students are prepared for the after-school market­ place,” said Cooley. Delton-Kellogg Superintendent Ron Archer said he agrees with Cooley that the changes will benefit students. “Overall I think it’ll be a positive move for most kids. They’ve (the state) been working toward state man­ dated education, we’re just headed that way even faster. The students will be held to the same standard and have the same information deliv­ ered to them,” said Archer. Acting Lakewood Superintendent Dave Doozan, however, sees the plan as placing more burdens on students and faculty, especially with the addition­ al math requirements. “I don’t think it’s realistic. Math is a difficult subject for a lot of students. If they don’t pass a class they may end up taking two math classes their senior year or attending sum­ mer school. It doesn’t leave any room,” said Doozan. Another year of math and two more of science are on the schedule for Lakewood students, should the plan be approved. While Kim Kramer, superintendent of Maple Valley schools, agrees that the plan will have some pos­ itive results, he said there are also many questions it cre­ Nashville Baptist takes 1st place This float entered by the Nashville Baptist Church won first place in the annual Hastings Christmas parade Saturday afternoon, Dec. 3. ates. “I think it’s a positive move when considering that 42 out of 50 states have some requirements for graduation. I applaud where the state superintendent is going in terms of raising expecta­ tions, but what they are fail­ ing to realize is that public schools take all students and all of the students’ abilities into consideration,” said Kramer. Kramer also said he is worried that requirements will limit a student’s ability to take elective classes such as art and foreign languages. “For us it raises a real dilemma in terms of how do we, in a six-period day, fit all of these requirements and still allow students some chance to pursue classes of interest. If the students are going to have 16 of the 24 credits mandated and decide to take band it limits their ability to take a foreign lan­ guage class,” said Kramer. Kevin Konarska, superin­ tendent for Thornapple Kellogg schools, said he is waiting until the final pro­ posal is adopted before mak­ ing many judgments about the plan. “it’s important to note that this is a proposal and we’re not sure of what the end product will be. The call for more rigorous curriculum can be beneficial with stu­ dents competing in a now global economy. The chal­ lenge will be continuing to offer a well rounded educa­ tion and how to fit in elective courses. There are so many hours in a day and there’s the concern that when fitting in these requirements some­ thing else gets pushed out.” said Konarska. Archer said the recom­ mendations were developed by the right group of people, educators. “It’s the educators recom­ mending these changes, not See GRAD, page 2 Nashville adopts water-sewer deposit and payment policy by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer The Nashville village voted unanimously Thursday to adopt a water-sewer deposit and payment policy for the village. The first portion of the policy deals with landlord­ tenant issues, and the second with delinquent payments. The policy states that is a landlord wishes to have the water bill placed in a tenant or lessee’s name, they must notify the village office in compliance with state law that the tenant will be responsible for the water charges to a specific address. The landlord must also pro­ vide a copy of the lease which includes that provi­ sion. Each new renter will be required to pay a $200 deposit before the water will be turned on to that address. If a landlord requests that the water-sewer bill be placed in the tenant’s name, the village office will send the bills directly to the renter and a copy of the bill to the landlord. When a renter leaves the unit for which he or she has paid the water-sewer bill, the village will return any remaining amount of the deposit left after all bills from the renter are paid in full. If the last payment is made by check there will be a 30-day waiting period after the last payment is made before the deposit amount due will be returned to the renter, to allow the payments to clear the bank. If the pay­ ment is made in cash, the deposit will be returned within °"e weekFor delinquent water- sewer bills all past due amounts must be paid 30 days after the due date, the 10th of the month billed, or the water to the premises will be turned off. Exceptions to this payment schedule can be made in extreme cases only. It will be at the discretion of the village clerk as to what payments will be allowed and the time frame allowed to complete the payment of delinquent bills. In other business Thursday evening, the coun­ cil: • Unanimously approved a motion that the water bill contested by the owners of the rental property located at 411 N. State St. will be required to pay a contested July water bill totaling more than $1,200; less late fees. The owners will have until June 2006 to pay the balance At the owners’ request the Department of Public Works Committee discussed the sit­ uation and determined that there was no problem with the meter and that the exces­ sive water use could have been caused by a leak in a pipe "as small as a pencil lead" or by a toilet that that continued cycling for a ling period of time. • Set 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 12, as the date for a public hearing on ordinance revi­ sions for sewer rate ordi­ nance 2-14-80-B and sewer use charges ordinance 2-28­ 20. • Approved a returned check policy, which will allow the village to assess a $25 fee for all checks returned for non-sufficient funds. • Unanimously approved the appointed Melissa Strotheide as the village’s new zoning administrator with a 90-day probationary period, which will last until March, the time the council makes its regular annual appointment for that post; • Heard a report from Nashville Police Chief Garry Barnes, who stated that part­ time officer Kris Miller had resigned from his post to accept a job with the Hastings Police Department. He said Miller’s position had been filled by officer Angie Rangel. The council later officially accepted Miller’s letter of resignation. In This Issue • EMS to begin interviews • Coloring contest winners announced • Santa’s Workshop slated for Saturday • Maple Valley volleball opens with consolation win at Bath • Boy’s basketball game rescheduled for tonight �Just Say 'As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, December 13, 2005 — Page 2 GRAD, continued from page “We’ve got some align­ lum so students will be ready for Algebra I. Some ment to do. We may have to middle schools may begin move staff to create enough offering Algebra I. There’s sections for students while a lot of things to be worked fulfilling the standard of a highly qualified staff,” said out yet,” said Cooley. Adequate staffing also Archer. Kramer says the highly becomes an issue when such a major restructuring qualified requirement for teachers through the No takes place. Doozan predicted that Child Left Behind program while the district may not has limited the schools abil­ have to hire any new teach­ ity move teachers and with ers, some problems may the new requirements staffing will become even arise from certification. “It’s going to cause certi­ more of an issue. “It used to be that if a fication problems. Some of the teachers may have to be teacher had minor in a sub­ laid off because they aren’t ject, like math, they could certified in the right areas. teach a math class. Now It’s going to be a problem under the highly qualified with staffing,” said definition in No Child Left Doozan. Behind a minor is no longer For Delton-Kellogg, acceptable and that has lim­ staffing issues also will ited the flexibility to move arise if the changes are staff around to teach class­ adopted. es,” said Kramer. the legislature. A panel of educators across the state worked with five other states to develop these rec­ ommendations,” said Archer. The Michigan State Board worked with the teams from Rhode Island, Indiana, Massachusetts, Arkansas and Oregon to develop the recommenda­ tions Cooley said the changes will affect more than just high school classes and the impact on the curriculum of middle schools needs to be factored into the plan. “One thing that hasn’t been discussed a lot by the media, they're treating it as a high school issue, it’s not. It’s going to affect curricu­ lum at least back in middle school. Districts will have to make changes to curricu- Need help budgeting your insurance costs? STAN ow you can pay for your personal, and most business insurance protection with an easy-to-handle, KELLY monthly payment plan called Flex Bill. This plan, available from Auto-Owners Insurance LCJ Company, means less strain on your budget. Call us and ask about it today! ^ulo-Owners insurance Life Home Car Business DEBBIE 08619753 TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 mentation to begin immedi­ ately. “It would give just two months of school to make plans for implementation in September. The way they’re going about it is too fast and it’s going to cause problems for districts,” said Doozan. Cooley shares Doozan’s uneasiness about the time line. “A major question is, how willing is the state to work with the districts to give ample time to imple­ ment the changes?” Kramer said two months isn’t enough time to figure out the staffing shifts that will need to be made at Maple Valley, but the dis­ trict trict will will do do what what they they can can to to see see the the plan plan implementimplemented. “It’s not going to be enough time to figure out personnel issues. We will make a good faith effort and hope they understand that we are doing so but I can’t guarantee we will be able to do so within that short timeline,” said Kramer. The inclusion of lower grades in the process is something Konarska said needs to be considered. “If there are changes to the district we need to have time to bring younger stu­ dents on board and get them Changes in staffing may be in store for the Hastings district as well, though Cooley isn’t ready to detail just what those may be. “We’re going to have to wait and see if it’s enacted. The way it’s proposed it would definitely require some shifting,” said Cooley. As currently proposed, the costs associated with the plan will fall directly to the districts with no funding coming from the govern­ ment Kramer said, “How we make these changes with budget cuts is another ques­ tion. This is another unfunded program. I’m $600,000 in red right now and the heatingseason is starting. I don’t knowhow we’re going to balance the budget. The state gave $175 new money for each stu­ dent, but my health insur­ ance costs and retirement costs which are mandated with the state and accompa­ nying FICA costs, when those are added together that’s $217 per student. I’m already in the hole at the start of the year,” said Kramer. Kramer agrees with the goals of the plan but isn’t sure how they can be reached on the current school budgets. “We’re being asked to do more, which I agree with, but we’re being asked to do it with less,” said Kramer. The time frame for implementation also is an area of concern, especially when viewed through the possibilities of budget cuts, higher energy costs this winter and lack of funding from the government. Doozan said the changes are set to be adopted in March 2006, with imple- Correction: The date for the packaging and pickup for food baskets and gifts from Nashville’s Wish-Upon-A-Star Foundation, that were printed in last week’s edition of the Maple Valley News, were inaccurate. Volunteers will be packing the gift and food baskets on Friday, Dec. 16, and they will be distributed on Saturday, Dec. 17. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Come as you are but don't leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service............ 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) ...6 p.m. REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message BASELINE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-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 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. 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The perfect storm is head­ ing toward Michigan — the pressures of the global economy that our current system is not set up for, and the belief that the old auto industry will come back and everything will be fine just the way things were. Well, those days are over and we need to change the culture of education in Michigan,” said Flanagan. Change is just what the proposed mandated curriculum will bring, but only time will tell how those changes specifically mean for school districts at the local level. HASTINGS 4 www.hastings4.com Downtown H»»tlngt on State St. DIGITAL STEREO 945-SHOW 0 NO PASSES fm drlnli rttllli 126< tom retlllB, SHOWT/MfS TITLES AND TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE 0 THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE UON. THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE (PG) 1:20,4:05,6:50,9:35 (PG) 11:10,1:05,3:05,5:00,7:30,9:30 YOURS, MINE, AND DURS HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE (PG-13) 11:40,3:00,6:20,9:40 (PG-13) 1:10,3:55,6:40,9:25 RENT HOLIDAY GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE NOW! r . 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Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 13,2005 — Page 3 EMS to begin interviews for hiring new coordinator by Sandra Ponsetto good cross-section ofvarious job done. We have to get off Staff Writer levels of expertise and expe­ it, get with it and get it The Castleton-Maple rience.” done.” Grove-Nashville Emergency It was Wilson who pro­ Wilson went on to delinMedical Service Board will posed meeting on the three eate the things she felt the meet at 7 p.m. on three con­ consecutive Monday board needed to accomplish secutive Mondays, Dec. 12, evenings in December. to proceed with the hiring 19 and 26, at the Castleton “We’ve got an awful of process: Township Hall to prepare to • Week one — Establish interview candidates for the work ahead of us and not a great lot of time to get a lot goals and objectives for the coordinator’s position. The post will become of things accomplished. I coordinator, wages and ben­ vacant Dec. 31 when Ardie don’t see how we can get efits need to be established, accomplished and start screening appli­ Reid, who has been the serv­ everything ices coordinator for more that needs to be accom­ cants. plished by meeting once a • Week two — Begin the than 20 years, steps down. EMS Board Secretary month. I know nobody wants interview process, finish the Loma Wilson reported that more meetings, but... we employee handbook and the board has received 14 asked these people for a submit to the board’s attor­ resumes from people inter­ resume, job qualifications ney for review and recom­ ested in interviewing for the and references; they did their mendations. job, they got it in on time, • Third week, if every­ coordinator’s job. “I feel we had a pretty now it’s up to us to get our thing else has been accomplished Begin second round of interviews and select top four or five candi­ dates. Wilson also suggested the board establish an interview committee comprised of The winners of the annual businesses: Kenyon’a Sales someone from the EMS Maple Valley Christmas ad Service, Vermontville field, a board member and a Coloring Contest have been Auto Parts, Citizens LLC local business person. The announced. Main Plant, Carl’s Market, committee would do the first The judges selected first, Musser Service, Kent Oil & round and perhaps second second and third place win­ Propane, Inc., Vermontville round of interviews to nar­ ners and awarded gift certifi­ Hardware, Eaton Federal row the field of applicants. cates in two age categories, Savings bank, Clay’s Dinner “If you wanted somebody children ages 6 and under Bell, Maple Valley to, hopefully, be in place by and kids 7 to 10. Implement, Good Time the first of January this is This year’s winners are: Pizza, the Lynn Denton what we’re going to have to Abby Smith $25, Alexandria Agency Farm Bureau Ermel $25, Evan Adrianson Insurance, Hastings City do,” she said. “There’s noth­ $20, Cougar Levi Morrow Bank Nashville Office, ing to say we have to have $20, McKenna Quinn $10 Hometown Lumber & someone in place by January and Eli Nelson $10. Hardware, Mace Pharmacy, first, but we’re going to have The children may use their Shirley’s Chuck Wagon to have someone in mind to gift certificates to purchase Cafe, MOO-Ville Quality appoint as an interim.” items at the participating Creamery, and Styles-R-Us. Board member Frank Dunham noted it was impor­ tant to have the employee handbook ready when the new coordinator is hired so he or she will, “know what they have to work with.” Board Chairman Rod by Sandra Ponsetto Commission on Aging meal Crothers noted that while it Staff Writer sites, etc. may take time to get the Barry County Transit will 11:30 a.m. — transit handbook back from the make its first regularly leaves for Hastings for stops attorneys before the coordi­ scheduled Thursday stops in at the Secretary of State’s nator is hired, the board def­ Nashville Dec. 15, and start­ office, Pennock Hospital, initely needs to establish a ing Tuesday, Dec. 20, will be shopping, etc. 1:30 p.m. — transit returns job description, base pay and available to transport com­ modities recipients to the to Nashville to provide local new distribution site at transportation until 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. — return to Thomapple Valley Church (TVC) in Hastings on the Hastings Dianne Bowden, execu­ third Tuesday of every tive director of the Maple month. The preliminary transit Valley Community Center of schedule for each Thursday Hope and pastor ofNashville United Methodist Church, is as follows: No child should be with­ 7 to 7:10 a.m. — transit said she hopes to fill the 25- out a gift at Christmas and seat transit bus on the 11:30 children need to feel the joy arrives in Nashville • 7:20 to 7:30 a.m. — pick­ to 1:30 run to Hastings. that giving brings, so the “We want people to come Maple Valley Community up at Maple Valley Arms Apartments, followed by on out and give it a try and Center of Hope in Nashville stops at Nashville Park see how easy and convienent will be transformed into Apartments and the Maple it can be to use the transit,” Santa’s Workshop from 9 Valley Community Center of she said. “I think once people a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. Hope (MVCCOH). The tran­ try it and get used to it, 17. sit also will pick up those they’ll be able to plan their Children in need can come who phone in requests for a appointments on Thursday so to the community center durthey can take the bus.” ride at that time. ing those hours and select There are student and sen­ and wrap a gift for their sib8 to 8:15 a.m. — arrive at Pennock Hospital in ior citizen rates available in lings and parents and parents addition regular price fares. can select gifts for their chil­ Hastings 9:30 a.m. return to Pre-paid bus passes, may dren. also be available. Nashville Nine to 10:30 a.m. is being As an introductory offer reserved for children and 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. — the transit will be in Nashville to for Nashville riders, the first families who are not receiv­ provide transportation in and five rides are free by calling ing aid from any other agen­ around the village for gro­ the MVCCOH (517) 852­ cies during the Christmas cery shopping, medical 0664 or Barry County season. From 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa’s Workshop will appointments, the Transit, (269) 948-8098. Coloring contest winners announced Regular transit service to begin here Thursday SHU"*’ I JLRCnH *'** iw» | 9 t »<4 a>»**! »*? 0 » I**- 8I lS<?! A* «$ * < H*$ $ X\ •'/J •/J "fy 0$ fi benefit package for the new coordinator. “We have a job descrip­ tion,” said Wilson. “What we need to come up with is goals and objectives to give that new person so he has something to go on... he knows what we are going to expect ofhim. Ifwe give him a goal, or goals, and say that we feel this is what we want you to accomplish in the next three months and at the end of three months he needs to come back to the board and say, ‘Here’s the goals you gave me, and this is what I’ve accomplished.’ “If we don’t give him developed goals and objec­ tives, we’re going to end up right back where we are now and I, for one, don’t care to do that,” she added stating that she thought establishing goals and wages and benefits were, “The first and second priority,” along with com­ pleting the employee hand­ book. The board briefly dis­ cussed the wage scale for the new coordinator. “We haven’t established what we are going to pay yet, we may be able to pay more, and maybe we’ll get better management,” said Dunham. “You’re not going to get a $40,000 coordinator for $20,000.” Butler noted that if, once the board established the wage and benefit package, the candidates were contact­ ed with that information that may help narrow the field. “You owe them some kind of communication.” Dunham said the applica­ tions also would give the board some idea ofwhat type of salary to offer a prospec­ tive coordinator. Wilson said most of the applicants were cross-trained paramedics and fire fighters I and II, “We had two EMT (Emergency Medical Technicians) at that level, but the rest were all medics and most of the medics were cross-trained. So, there is another possible utilization of a person.” In other business the board: • Heard the coordinator’s report from office manager Denice Scramlin, on behalf of Reid who was on a run. Scramlin reported that the EMS had 36 runs during November and that “things were working out well with Vermontville.” The EMS had seven intercepts with the Vermontville Township EMS. She also told the board that plans for the medical first responder class the EMS was offering in January was proceeding well and Castleton-Maple GroveNashville EMS personnel could attend the class free of charge for continuing educa­ tion credit and were also welcome to help teach the class. • Accepted the treasurer’s report subject to audit and approved the payment of bills totaling $14,574.46 with an ending balance of $4,050.20. • Discussed recommenda­ tions for changes Wilson had received from the Michigan Municipal League on the rough draft employee hand­ book Wilson had sent for their inspection. Wilson and Scramlin will incorporate the recommended changes that could be made without board action and present it to the EMS service attorney for their review and recommen­ dations. • Adopted the Social Security Privacy Policy reso­ lution which protects employees social security numbers by establishing a protocol on how they can be handled for identification purposes, on job applica­ tions, records and files and W-2 forms, and how records containing the numbers are to be disposed. Two area senior citizen programs underutilized by Amy Jo Parish Village Web site project that Staff Writer would list the features and The Vermontville Village history of the village. Council last Thursday night Ron Rademacher, devel­ learned that two area pro­ oper of the site, has devel­ grams idesigned to help the oped a web site that high­ elderly are not being used to lights small towns from all their full extent. over the state. MiCafe, a food assistance The board also discussed program funded by Eaton the development of a web Federal Savings Bank, pro­ site for the village. vides residents 60 years and Village President Doug older with money to buy Kelsey said, “We do get a lot food each month. of questions about a web site A “Bridge Card” is distrib­ for the village. We could put uted through the program the ordinances on-line so if that can be used at local there are any questions about zoning people could look stores to purchase groceries. The second program, Dine them up.” Card, provides recipients The board discussed put­ with a debit card that can be ting the web site develop­ used twice a week for a meal ment project out for bid and at the Sugar Hut Cafe. will bring to the topic to the The Village Council also table again at the January presented Monte O’Dell of council meeting. Vermontville Public Works O’Dell also reported the with.two certificates recog­ local streetscape project is nizing his commitment to winding down for the winter and will pick up again next safety. One award was given by spring. On Attorney Bob be open to all who need the Michigan Department of assistance during \ the Environmental Quality and Dietrick’s recommendation Christmas season. the other was through the the council went into closed Dianne Bowden, pastor of Michigan section of the session before adjournment. Nashville United Methodist American Water Works The Village Council’s Church and executive direc­ Association. next meeting will be tor of the MVCCOH, said In other business, the Thursday evening, Jan. 5, at that donations to benefit the council voted unanimously the village office. center and its programs will be gratefully accepted during to take part in a Home Town the workshop, but are not required. “We’re hoping to find a Santa to come to the center that day and visit with the The Place to Gofor Professional Styling children and maybe we’ll have some volunteers who MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN can help the children deco­ HAIR STYLING & NAILS rate cookies or do a small craft. It’s all still in the Open Tuesday — Friday works,” she added. S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. For more information • about Santa’s Workshop, call (517) 852-0664. Santa’s Workshop slated for Saturday Qiana’s T&ice 1-517-852-9481 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 13,2005 — Page 4 Bryce Lee MacDonald Faith E. Johnson NASHVILLE - Mrs. Faith College. The couple was E. Johnson, age 40, of married on February 21, 1987 in Souix St. Marie. Nashville, passed away on After they graduated from Wednesday, December 7, 2005 at Pennock Hospital, in college the couple re-located to the lower portion of the Hastings. Faith was bom in Alpena, state, while they each pur­ on September 15, 1965, the sued their new careers. They daughter of Lois (Schmidt) later settled in the Nashville area to raise their family. and Thomas Gohl. The couple has been mar­ She was raised in the Souix St. Marie area and ried for 19 years . Faith was employed as a attended Souix St. Marie Service High school, graduating in Customer 1983. Faith continued her Representative at Fifth Third education at Lake Superior Bank for the past six years. • She is survived by her State College where she majored in psychology. She beloved husband Scott; her graduated with her bachelors children, Laney, Ryan and, Steven Johnson; her sister: degree in 1989. She was the wife of Scott Cheryl (Bill) Simpson; her Johnson. Scott and Faith met brother Brian Gohl and his while they were both stu­ friend Barbara Ryan; her dents at Lake Superior State parents Thomas (Gloria) Gohl; father and mother-in­ law, Jerry and Jan Johnson; her sister-in-law, Lisa (Eric) Cornwell; her nieces, Jessica Ferris, Samantha and Alayne Gohl, Brooke and McKenzie Cornwell; and her grand­ mother, Marion Schnell. She was preceded in death by her mother Lois Gohl. Funeral service were held at the Nashville United Methodist Church on Monday, December 12, 2005, with Reverend Dianne Bowden officiating. Family request donations to the children or the American Cancer Society. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. “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 (517) 852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville Scott A. Daniels & Family Ple^e note Holiday Hour * S’“\ J’wemberl6 Monday®**' O p Open4'taw Closed Closed Friday’Dece'"ta r3 Open4til 7pm ExtendedHonrs Nev^ear ’sEve Legal Holiday Charlotte, JoDee (Tony) Pruden of Charlotte, Kelly (Scott) Hartman of Lansing; son, Kent (Teresa) MacDonald of Charlotte, six grandchildren; Cassie and Mark Hankins, Greg Pruden, Paddy MacDonald, Heather and Dallas Hartman, two great grandchildren, brother Larry MacDonald of Clearwater, Florida and sis­ ter-in-law Sue MacDonald of Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Scott MacDonald. Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at Vermontville Congregational Church with Rev. Sally Nolen officiating. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Ifdesired memorial contri­ butions may be made to Vermontville Congregational Church, FCRV Wildlife/ Scholarship Fund. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information avail­ able at www.prayfuneral.com Marilyn J. Chaffee NASHVILLE - Mrs. Marilyn J. Chaffee, age 69, of Nashville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 6, 2005 at her home in Maple Grove Township. Mrs. Chaffee was bom in Hart, on July 2, 1936, the daughter of the late Emil and Alice (Swift) Wahl. She was raised in the Hart area and attended Walkerville High School, graduating in 1954. She was the wife of Richard Chaffee. The couple was married on June 2, 1962 in Quimby. The couple lived in the Hastings area for sev­ eral years, then moved to the Nashville area in 1967 where they raised their family together. Marilyn loved to dance, play cards and listen to music. She also enjoyed travelling with her husband Richard; they especially enjoyed going on cruises together. The couple owned and operated the Nashville Locker. After 30 years in business, the couple formerly retired in 1999. During that summer they travelled throughout the country and spent some very special time in Alaska. Richard and Marilyn have been married for 43 years . Marilyn is survived by her beloved husband Richard; her son Brian (Gale) Chaffee; her sisters Eunice Jones, Inez Lursema, Margie Watts, and Shirley (Duane) Ward. She is also survived by her grandson Patrick (Annie) Chaffee, and grand­ daughter Jessica Chaffee. She was preceeded in death by her brothers Herbert and Harold Wahl; and her sisters Pearl Pike, and Olive Pyle. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may. be made to Maple Grove/ Ambulance or Fire Department. Violet Owner/Manager Extended Christmas Eve Legall Holiday VERMONTVILLE Bryce Lee MacDonald, age 70, of Vermontville, died Sunday December 4, 2005. Mr. MacDonald was bom July 27, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Vernon and Frances (Lent) MacDonald. He served in the U.S. Army and retired from Oldsmobile as a Cutter Grinder and member of the UAW Local 652. He was a member of the Vermontville Congregational Church, a life member and Past Master of the F&AM 255 of Nashville, Past Patron of the OES 161 of Mulliken and Past Field Staff and life member of FCRV Chapter 35. He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years Amanda; daughters, Nika Hankins of Closed Closed Bankingis ava»lal>le ATM and Online sa Day’A 24 Ho Hours LC iWtv .BankkMI M 49058 Hastings L JACKSON Violet M. Feighner, age 97, ofJackson, formerly of Nashville, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at Safe Haven Retirement Facility in Jackson. Mrs. Feighner was bom in Ontario, Canada on March 8, 1908, the daughter ofthe late Charles and Nancy Feighner. She was the widow of Hugh Feighner. Hugh and Violet were married on August 3, 1929 in Windsor, Ontario. The couple began their life together in the Detroit area, but moved to the Nashville area where they raised their family together. Violet accepted her U.S. Citizenship in 1944. Violet was employed as a supervisor at Hastings Manufacturing retiring after 26 years of service in 1964. For the past 15 years Violet enjoyed getting together with former co­ workers that she had worked with over the years. The group would meet at a local restaurant and share memo­ ries of their working years together. One of the ladies in the group sent Violet a note thanking her for being the “best boss she had ever had.” After retiring for Hastings Manufacturing, she spent many years in the Nashville area as a china painter and teacher. Violet is survived by son, Vernon (Delores) Feighner; her granddaughters, Penny (Jim) Ousley, and Gwen (Leland) Wilcox; her great grand daughters, Emily Wilcox, Alissa and Audrey Ousley; and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her mother in 1945; her father in 1968; her husband, Hugh, in 1979; and her sis­ ter, Barbara Davies in 2002. Funeral services will be held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 14, the Reverends Dianne Bowden and Herbert Cherry officiating. Interment will follow the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions can be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church or charity of donors choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. 150 W Member Ft>JC Give a memorial that can go on forever HastingsCity Bank A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities Call for Classifieds 945-9554 or 1-800-870-7085 throughout the county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �Th® Maple Valley News, NashviBe. Tuesday. December 13,2005 — Page 5 Otus Eugene Mills iss "H. * \ JS i Santa visted the Vermontville Township Library Dec. 3. &i wb. mie b J111® j J®- Dtpsunt [I net co- I4ihl#;ki[*i wM I kWMIk it Ik utailtaiK nW talamih m Hiktata j® ifoii (itashfe* liodt HtcWfcf inj ik MB spent ttfiW * Hie Nisi* ft*®; New on the Shelf at the Vermontville Township Library When Santa arrived by fire truck Dec. 3, he was greeted by an eager group of children. The kids took turns sit­ ting on his lap and he lis­ tened carefully as they told him what they desired for Christmas. Each child received a candy cane and a gift. Parents and grand­ parents took many pic­ tures to remember the event by. Signup for the adult winter reading program “Let it Snow” has started, and the actual reading will begin Jan. 3. Anyone interested in joining this year’s program has until Dec. 31 to sign up. New materials DVD’s: War of the Worlds, The Polar Gertrude Enders Express and The March of Huntington. the Penguins. Junior Fiction: Donated Videos: Wee Forgotten Realms: The Sing Classic Songs, Spot Fighters: Ghostwalker, by and His Grandparents Go Erik Scott DeBie and to the Carnival, Spot Goes Dragon Knights, by to the Farm, Arthur’s new Mineko Ohkami. Puppy, Elmocize, Shari Junior Non-Fiction: Lewis: Let’s Make Music, Panda: A Guide Horse for Shari Lewis: Action Ann, by Rosanna Hansen. Songs and The Muppet Babies: Yes I can Help. Adult Fiction: Unforgotten, by Kristen Heitzmann, Secrets, by Kristen Heitzmann, The Preacher’s Daughter, by Beverly Lewis Cruel Rider, by Charles G. West, S is for Silence, by Sue Grafton, Forever Odd, by Dean Koontz. Adult Non-Fiction: Amish in Michigan, by For MOREHEAD, KY - Otus the Village Chamber of Eugene Mills, age 95, of Commerce and the Lions Flemingsburg Road, Club. He was also very Morehead, KY, passed away active with the Maple Syrup Friday, December 9,2005, at Association for many years the St Joseph Hospital in and was a life member of Lexington, KY. He was bom Lansing Lodge PBO Elks May 13, 1910, in St. Johns, 196. Otus was a member of the son of the late Loren E. the Congregational Church Mills and Iva Keller Mills. in Vermontville. He married Winifred He is survived by his wife Gorton in 1939 and lived in of 65 years, Winifred Mills Lansing until 1945 when of Morehead, KY; a daugh­ they moved to Vermontville, ter, Kathleen Murphy of where they owned and oper­ Flemingsburg, KY; six ated Mills Hardware Store grandchildren and 10 great until 1965. Then they moved grandchildren. Also surviv­ to Charlotte, where he ing are two special nieces. worked for Fowler Chevrolet and A.G. Twitchell Real Estate. Otus was president of Sally Dodson and Barbara White of Morehead. KY. One son, Russell Mills of Olivet, preceded him in death. A graveside service will be conducted at I p.m. on Saturday. December 17. 2005, at the Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet, Memorialsare suggested to Habit for Humanity. Arrangements by Northcutt and Son Home for Funerals, 400 Fraley Drive, Morehead, KY, 40351. 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Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 ■ 06605333 (269) 945-9554 If you have any questions, contact the Maple Valley Schools Administration Office at: 517.852.9699 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 13,2005 — Page 6 Secretary of State offices to close for Christmas and New Year’s holidays Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land announced that all offices and the Office of the Great Seal will be closed in observance of state holidays during Christmas and New Year’s. The offices will be closed: • Friday, December 23 through Monday, December 26 for Christmas. Secretary of State Super! Centers nor­ mally offer Saturday hours but will close on December 24. • Friday, December 30 through Monday, January 2 for New Year’s. SuperlCenters will close on Saturday, December 31. The Department of State mails notices to motorists 45 days before their driver’s license or license plates expire to give them ample time to renew. Licenses and plates that expire on a day when state offices are closed, such as a holiday or week­ end, can be renewed the fol­ lowing day without penalty. Motorists can “skip the trip” to the branch office by renewing license plates by mail, or if eligible, by open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday. SUPER! Centers also offer Saturday hours from 9 a.m. to noon. For more information visit the Department of State Web site at www.Michigangov/ sos. follow United Methodist phone. Easy to follow instructions can be found churches unveil with the renewal notice. License plate tabs will arrive Christmas plans by mail within seven busi­ The public is invited to ness days. Branch offices are open join a Christmas celebration Monday, Tuesday, Thursday in drama and song. “Let Us and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. go to Bethlehem” 7 p.m. Smaller branch offices may Sunday, Dec. 18, at the close for the lunch hour. On Vermontville United Wednesdays most offices are 108 open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m, with Methodist Church, North Main St., those in city centers open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PLUS offices Vermontville. Cookies and refreshments and SUPERICenters are will be served after the pro­ gram. Vermontville UMC will join Gresham UMC, for a candelight Christmas Eve f with classes in Medical Massage Therapy service 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24, at Gresham UMC, locat­ • e-Leaming Programs offered ed one mile north of «Convenient funding options available Vermontville Highway on Mulliken Road. • Locations in Troy and 6 other Michigan Regular Sunday services & Indiana cities will be held on Christmas morning: 9:30 a.m. at Click or call for more information Toll Free: 888-285-9989 Gresham UMC, and 11 a.m. www.BlueHeronAcademy.com - Grand Rapids: 285-9999 at Vermontville UMC. xplore a/l^f/direction X•>y/ V IIl■f■I •1*1 ■r “ | i V * *■1■1■ "I ■I■ ■ ■ Y Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; lso Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service W Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE .; 1 ^^ Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS’ oeewse • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR................................................................ Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor ■ GRI ..:............................................................ Cell 269-838-2884 Hillary Grant, Realtor............................................................................. Cell 269-838-0796 'FAMILY HOME' IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some hardwood floors. Across from park on city lot, plus 1 acre lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more information. (N-101) HASTINGS ON SOUTH JEFFERSON 5 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on corner lot. Large yard, many new improve­ ments!! Call Hillary. Move in at close. (FI—116) MOTIVATED SELLER! 11 MOVE IN AT CLOSE IN LACEY CLOSE TO BATTLE CREEK "Country living" large mature yard, 4 bedrooms, 1st floor laundry, kitchen appliances included. Call Jerry. 2 car garage.(CH-l 15) "TURN OF THE CENTURY" BRICK HOME IN NA VILLE 2 UN J^l SlNflLEy MILY Pr ars ^^fceSran-'n tf2 unit with se nriveways, 8t entrr S^otal of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, natural woodwork throughout. Two blocks to stores & M-66. Occupancy at close. Must see to appreciate. Call Homer. (H-lll) "FARMSTEAD" ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundry, many new improvements, all appli­ ances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 & cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs & perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-117) SPACIOUS 10 ROOM HOME WITH 5 BEDROOMS fit 3 FULL BATHS "IN THE COUNTRY" SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON M-66 ON 4.6 ACRES WITH POND STOCKED WITH FISH Living room, family room, formal dining room with lighted glass china cabinet, large kitchen, 2 stone fireplaces, lots of built ins in bedrooms, central air, large 48x64 pole barn. Price includes the estab­ lished gardening &. nursery busi­ ness & snow removal equipment. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Call for more details. (CH-118) VACAINT PARCELS: Commission 5dIfU CounlU on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Dec. 14 Chicken pasta salad, cole slaw, tropical fruit. Thursday, Dec. 15 Cottage cheese, tomato salad, pineapple, muffin. Friday, Dec. 16 Sliced turkey, com O’Brian, plums, whole wheat bread. Monday, Dec. 19 Sliced pork w/Swiss, German potato salad, mixed Tom and Patti Hamilton fruit, whole wheat bread. of Brighton and Richard Tuesday, Dec. 20 Cubed cheddar cheese, and Christine Smith of pork and beans, pears, Rye Nashville area pleased to announce the engagement Krisps. Felzke-Lancaster Hamilton-Smith Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Dec. 14 Turkey noodle casserole, broccoli, winter squash, plums. Thursday, Dec. 15 Shephard’s pie, Brussels sprouts, peaches, wheat bread. Friday, Dec. 16 Macaroni and cheese, peas and carrots, stewed tomatoes, pears. Monday, Dec. 19 Homemade chili, corn, applesauce, crackers. Tuesday, Dec. 20 BBQ Ribbette, country potatoes, spinach, bun, fresh orange. Events Wednesday, Dec. 14 Euchre 12:30Hastings 2:30 p.m., Nails; Low Vision Support 1:30 p.m. Delton Glaucoma testing 11:30 a.m. Woodland - BP Clinic. Thursday, Dec. 15 Hastings - Line Dance 10 a.m.; Morehouse Kids; Caregiver’s Sup. 6 p.m.; Cancer Support 1 p.m.; BP Clinic. Nashville - TV time. Delton - puzzles/trivia. Friday, Dec. 16- Hastings - Bingo; Oil Painting. Woodland Visiting. Nashville - Nashville 5. Monday, Dec. 19 Hastings - Card Making 12:30 p.m.; Crafts 10:30 a.m.; Music with Sam; Grief Support 7 p.m. Woodland Glaucoma Testing 11:30 a.m. H, W, N - Reminiscence. Tuesday, Dec. 20 Hastings - Line Dancing, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Cornwell Trip; Beg. Line Dance 1 p.m.; Alzheimer’s Support 1 p.m. Gerald and Holly Felzke of Hastings and Terry and Judy Lancaster of Nashville wish to announce the engagement of their children, Sindi Felzke and Brett Lancaster. A June wedding has of their children, Sarah and Richard. Sarah is a 1999 graduate of Brighton High School and a 2003 graduate of been planned in Nashville Central Michigan and honeymoon in Hawaii University. She is current­- to follow. ly employed at Bright Horizons Learning Center in Ypsilanti, as a pre­ school teacher. Richard is a 2000 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School and a 2004 gradu­ ate of Central Michigan University. He is currently finishing a masters degree at Grand Valley with an internship at Webberville High School as a high school counselor. The couple will exchange their vows on April 1, 2006 in Brighton. For everything from business cards and brochures call J-Ad Graphics (269) 945-9554 Athlete of the week Jamie Ga^Min Maple Valley High School Varisty Wrestling Maple Valley's Jamie Corwin had a big week for the varsity wrestling team, beginning with a pair of pins Thursday night at the Delton Kellogg Quad. He followed up that performance with a sec­ ond place finish at 130 pounds Saturday at the Jeff Lehman Memorial Invitational in Middleville. The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. 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"In the country". y. Great view,, close to p public hunt­ in & fishing. ing fishin Lots of birds & wildlife. wildlife Some restrictions. restrictions Call Rick. Rick (VL-99) . BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer available. Call - H°merH°mer Segment I Class Jan. 9-Jan. 26,2006 Feb.6-Feb. 23,2006 (VL-105) (VL-105) Dec. 20-22,2005 Jan. 31-Feb. 2,2006 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. PRICE REDUCEDI (vnos (vnos at at rr roi roi Segment II Class &- . Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith 3 Oil CO 8 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 13,2005 — Page 7 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The.Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale Garage Sale 80 YARDS/BERBER CAR-2 FREE GARAGE SALE PET: beige, brand new signs with your ad that runs (bought, never used). Still on in sed).Stillon in any any of of our our papers. papers. Get Get roll. New $800 - sell $295. them at J-Ad Graphics, 1351 (517)204-0600 N. M-43 Hwy., Hastings. At the front counter. HOUSE FULL OF FURNI­ TURE: Everything must go! (All items less men 2mos. old). Bedrooms, great room, dining, kitchen, livin ving room. Solid Oak and Mahogany, new beds. Too much to list. Cost $8,000. Will sacrifice for $2,500/best. (517)204-0600 Recreation MINI STORAGE AVAILA­ BLE, .10x10, 10x15, 10x20 units, space your storage place, 616-374-1200._______ Pets PURE BRED YELLOW LAB PUPS FOR SALE: mother & father on site, ready for Christmas, females $200 & males $150. (517)726-1317 DO YOU WANT QUALITY PRINTING at affordable prices? Call J-Ad Graphics at (269)945-9554. . y Over 20 years of experience Vermontville (517) 726-03331 Justin Kennedy wrapping this season. On Saturday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. these girls will be at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. There is a general cost of $1 per gift, plus accessories will be available for 25 cents each. “The girls are very cre­ ative and are very careful with your gifts,” said spokes­ woman Julie Khouri. “If you are unable to get out to have your gifts wrapped, please call me at 726-0970 to pick up your gifts and deliver them wrapped to you.” The girls still have a vari­ ety of Girl Scout cookies also available for purchase at $3.50 per box. All donations will be accepted, as well. The girls are working on their Bronze and Silver awards; the high­ est honor that Junior and Teen Girl Scouts can earn. The money earned on this day will help them meet their requirements for these awards. Bill 169-995-9559 OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP Nashville student new member of Angus group Business Services Master Certified Mechanic Girl Scout Troops #603 and #657 are offering shop­ pers help with their gift POLARIS SNOWMOBILE Sport Touring 250/hrs, $3,000. 5th 5th Wheel Wheel Drawtite Drawtite $3,000. hitch $400 or will trade for tow dolly. (616)897-8971 SLEIGH BED: queen cherry wood with pillowtop mat­ tress set, $175.. (517)719-8062 Quality Care Automotive, llc Girl Scouts offer help with gift wrapping Kalamo church plans Christmas events The Kalamo United Methodist Church will welcome “Weaver and Wells” to provide special music at the honey tree contemporary worship service Sunday, Dec. 18, at 11 a.m. The group plays many different instruments and plays an eclectic mix of gospel and season­ al music. The community also is invited to join the church for a Christmas eve candle lighting service Saturday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. Christmas day services will be held at 9:30 and 11 a.m. at the church, located at 1475 South Ionia Road. Justin Kennedy of Nashville has been named a new junior member of the American Angus Association, reports John Crouch, executive vice presi­ dent of the national organiza­ tion, with headquarters in Saint Joseph, Mo. Junior members of the association are eligible to register cattle in the American Angus Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Angus Association and take part in Association sponsored shows and other national and regional events. The American Angus Association is the largest beef registry association in the world, with more than 34,000 active adult and junior members. SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS Mifh Valley • Residential • Commercial • Farm News Hcthi-ah! 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The problem for the Lions was that in two duals, there are 28 matches to wrestle. Spotting Delton Kellogg 18 points and Marcellus 12 because of voids 103, 112 and 140 pounds, the Lions suffered two close losses. “We’ll be good, ifwe ever get a full line-up,” said Lion head coach Chris Ricketts between matches. His team had just-suffered a 42-37 defeat at the hands of the hosts for the evening from Delton Kellogg. They would then fall 42-36 to Marcellus. The Maple Valley light­ middle weights did all they could to make up for the defaults surrounding them. Tyler Greenfield (119), The Lions’ Raven Scurlock (top) forces the. Wildcat’s Sean Menel down to the mat in the first period of their 125-pound match. Scurlock earned the pin in just 1:20. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Raven Scurlock (125), Jamie and Octavio Romero pinning Corwin (130), and Tyler Sam Thompson 23 seconds Corwin (135) all won both of into the 275-pound match. After the string of pins by their matches on the evening by pin. Greenfield, Scurlock, Jamie The Lions trailed Delton Corwin, and Tyler Corwin in Kellogg 36-13 heading into the match against Marcellus Greenfield’s match. By the the Lions and Wildcats were time Tyler Corwin began let­ tied 36-36 with two matches ting the Panthers’ Kirk to go. Both teams defaulted Wolschleger off the mat, in the 140-pound match, and Valley had pulled in front the Wildcat’s Jerry Primm 37-36. pinned the Lions’ Chad Delton’s Dakota Healy Rhoades 1:28 into the 145won by default in the 140- pound match to end the pound bout to end the match evening. with Delton in front by five. The voids at 103 and 112 Other winners for the helped the Wildcats to a 24 Lions in the match were point lead in the early going, Tory Roberts, who earned an after Marcellus had earned exciting 13-12 decision over pins at 215 and 275. Shaun Riegler at 152 The two teams traded pins pounds, Levi Andler who for the first four matches, pinned Jordan Smith 2:51 with Levi Andler winning into the 160-pound bout, and for the Lions at 160 pounds Keith Lackscheide who and Keith Lackscheide at topped Jordan Stewart 14-3 189. The Lions finished fourth in the 189-pound match. The Panthers’ heavy- out of eight teams Saturday weights got the job done for at the Jeff Lehman Memorial their team, with Chad Ramsey pinning Dusty Cowell in 41 seconds at 215 Tournament at Thomapple Kellogg High School. The host Trojans took the championship with 205 points. Fruitport was second with 176 followed by Shelby 149, Maple Valley 78, B’ ’ Grandville ‘‘B 69, Middleville ‘B’ 60, and Portland 50. Three Lion wrestlers reached flight championship matches, with Greenfield earning the Lions’ only title at 119 pounds where he topped Fruitport’s Jake Tufts 6-4 for the title. Andler (160) and Jamie Corwin (130) both placed second for Valley. Corwin was topped 8-0 by Fruitport’s Kyle Ey in the championship match, and Andler was pinned by Holland’s Kyle Modad in 1:14. The Lions will be at Hastings this Wednesday, then host the Jesse Snow Invitational Saturday.m Maple Valley volleyball opens with consolation win at Bath After three splits in pool play, the Maple Valley varsi­ ty girls’ volleyball team took the consolation championship'at Saturday’s Bath Invitational. Install a toilet, bathroom or lavatory, anywhere you like... ...for less than you think! Sanipro: toilet, hand basin, shower J t The Sanipro is the answer for most toilet and 5 bathroom situations. It can be installed up to /I 12 feet below the sewer level and/or 150 feet away from a soil stack. The Sanipro also colV lects and pumps away wastewater from a shower and hand basin. The Sanipro is con­ nected to a low consumption toilet using just 6 liters (1.6 gallons) of water per flush. In pool play, the Lions split with Lansing Christian, Durand, and Laingsburg to earn a 3-3 record and third place in the pool. While Lansing Christian and Durand eventually advanced to the championship game, the Lions and Laingsburg moved into the consolation bracket where they would meet again in the final. In the second meeting, the Lions earned a 25-21, 25-20 victory. It was a good start to the season for a young team that has two seniors, three juniors and three sophomores. Their Lady Lions’ first opponent in the consolation rounds was Ovid-Elsie, and the Lions were able to advance to the finals with a 25-9, 25-10 victory. Maple Valley is now 2-0-3 on the season. The Lions were led by senior captain Allison Oleson who had 37 kills in 75 attempts with only eight errors for a .390 hitting per­ centage. She also tied for the lead in serving aces with 12. “Allison’s serve receive demonstrated to the younger players the work ethic it will take to make them a compet­ itive team,” said first-year Lion head coach Bill Brenton. Junior floor captain Alaina Mater moved into the setting position this season and lead the Lions with a serving per­ centage of 99% with 73-for74 serving and tying Allison Oleson with 12 aces. Alaina delivered 207 sets to her teammates which resulted in Maple Valley’s Tyler Corwin (right) keeps control of 59 assists with only 3 errors. She also helped to develop a Marcellus’ A.J. Allen after a restart in the first period of strong block with the two their 135-pound match. Corwin’s pin of Allen, in 2:59 junior middles Rebecca Kent tied the match between the Lions and Wildcats at 36-36 and Jessica Winegar. with two flights left to go. (Photo by Brett Bremer) Kent had nine blocks for kills and was second on the team with a serving percent­ age of 98-percent on 43-of44 serves. Winegar led the Lions in blocking with 22 kills. Brenton also liked what he saw from some ofhis young­ sters on the day, Dani Christensen and Ashley Gonser. ree stimates “Dani improved both offensively and defensively (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 as the contest progressed. 06605624 Ashley Gonser played utility or weak side position and coordinates with the setter, is MOVE YOUR 401(K) a versatile athlete that has a strong block, sets well, and to someone you know plays strong defense,” he WHEN YOU'RE BETWEEN JOBS. said. The Lady Lions move on Make another smart move right now. Talk to me about to the Corunna Tournament moving your 401 (k) from your previous employer’s plan into this Saturday. a State Farm® Traditional IRA when you change jobs. Call FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service F E me today. 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Staff Writer Steve Joppie of Nashville, who died last Wednesday at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo from injuries sustained from a construc­ tion accident, is remembered by friends as a man who loved his community and was committed to making it even better place to live and work. "He’s going to be a hard person to replace; he loved his community and he really wanted to improve it," said Clayton Chapman, the owner of Clay’s Dinner Bell in Nashville where Joppie liked to have coffee with friends every morning and was a fel­ low member ofthe Nashville Community Development Committee. "He was deter­ mined to do something for his community and that’s what he was doing. "He was here every day and we’re all sure going to miss him here at the Dinner Bell," he added. Linda Gay, a waitress at Clay’s, and another member of the committee, agreed with Chapman. "He is going to be missed. He was all for his communi­ ty and liked to help others. He’d put himself last before he’d let someone else go without," she said. Besides his work with the Nashville Community Development Committee, Joppie, who was selfemployed and owned his own company, Steve Joppie Builders, was a member of the Home Builders Association of Barry County, Barry County Chamber of Commerce, and was the co-chair of the Nashville Harvest Festival Committee. Gay said she plans to ask the Harvest Festival Committee to hold next year’s Nashville Harvest LEGOs teach mechanical engineering, computer programming at Maplewood by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer Fifth-graders in Matt Powers’ and Josh Meersma’s classrooms at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville have been learning about computer programming and engineering and mechanical engineering while doing what kids do best — playing. The students sit in groups on the floor surrounded by familiar looking bright yel­ low, white, gray and black snap-together plastic blocks played with by generations of kids all over the world. But, a closer look reveals more axels, wheels and treads of various sizes, not to mention wires, sensors and computer chips. Computer chips? With built-in light and touch sensors, computer Matt Powers works with chips that can be pro­ grammed from a lap top computer, and priced at more of kids more excited about than $200 a set, these are computer science and pro­ definitely not your little gramming,” Powers said. brother’s LEGOs. “There was a group of kids During the past two weeks in my class I didn’t think the students have. used the would get into this at all; LEGO-robotics kits, on loan they just didn’t seem that from Clinton County RESA interested at first. But, when and the Capital Area Science they saw how much every­ and Math Center and paid for one else was getting into it by the DART Foundation in and how much fun they were Mason, to build and program having they started getting robots that drag race, race into it and enjoying it too. I laps around a track and think all of the kids have “sumo wrestle.” really bought into it.” “This has really got a lot “This is a really awesome Festival in Steve’s memory. Joppie and members of the committee were at a recent Nashville Village Council meeting, where they present­ ed the village with holiday banners purchased with pro­ ceeds from the festival and asked and received permis­ sion to decorate the gazebo in the park in .downtown Nashville. The Village of Nashville added wreaths to the decora­ tions on the gazebo in Joppie’s memory. Julie DeBoer, executive director of the Barry County Area Chamber of Commerce, has worked with Joppie for two years on proj­ ects in the Nashville area. "He was a very, very nice man; he was very warm and friendly," said DeBoer. "Steve was really the moti­ vator and leader of the group in Nashville and he will be See JOPPIE, page 5 Local grad spends year at infamous Abu Ghraib by Amy Jo Parish StaffWriter Spending a year overseas in a warmer climate may seem like a great vacation, but there would be no relax­ ing on a beach for Sgt. Jon Livingston when he served with the National Guard. Livingston, a 1996 gradu­ ate of Maple Valley High School, found himself sta­ tioned for’most of his year overseas at the infamous Abu Ghraib prison supporting the unit in his position with com­ pany operations. “There were a lot of unknowns,” he said. “All we Livingston, a 1996 grad­ knew was that there was a uate of Maple Valley is scandal there and that’s where we were going. It was with the 119th Artillery Unit a safe assumption that we of the National Guard and would be under the micro­ returned home Dec. 1 from scope there and that made us active duty. straighten up and be more careful about what we did Jan. 7, 2004, and had to adjust to a completely differ­ and said.” ent landscape. Livingston’s tour of duty “We got off the plane and began with a bit of mystery. The unit was given few everything seemed dingy and g details about their deploy­ drab. There wasn’t any color ment until they were actually to the place. I was surprised by how cold it was, in the overseas. “We really didn’t know 40s, but it was close to night­ what we were getting into. fall.” Keeping the unit supplied We didn’t have a mission or anything, but we could guess was Livingston’s main duty while at Abu Ghraib. it was Iraq.” While ordering supplies Leaving the cold and snow behind, ther 119th Artillery See ABU, page 12 Unit landed in Kuwait on a group of his students who are designing a sumo-bot. thing for teamwork and you make a lot of friends. I’ve played with my brother’s LEGOs before but they’re not as elaborate as this,” said Meghann Zank as she sat on the floor with her teammates, Shilo Scott, Sydney Khouri, Tom Hamilton and Lynzie Trumble assembling a “sumo-bot.” “It’s cool,” said Sydney Khouri as they demonstrated how they were programming their robot to stay in the ring using its light sensor and flip the other team’s sumo-bot when the touch sensor indi­ cates the robots are in con­ tact. Nearby, Robbie. Welch was assembling treads for his team’s robot “I like building and pro­ gramming,” he said as he looked at the instruction manual or, “Constructopedia,” which accompanies each kit and gives students a variety of See LEGO, page 9 In This Issue... • Making math and science fun • Athletic Study Committee makes its recommendations • Lions 1 point short against last season’s state champs • Donkey basketball raises $800 for FFA • Letters to Santa �Just Say "As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday. December 20, 2005 — Page 2 GOOD TIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 taw OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK I Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. -11 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. ^HOMETOWN 'j LUMBER & HARDWARE 219 S. 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Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-05 ___ �Making math and science fun I have to confess when my youngest daughter recently received an invita­ tion to attend a "girls in math and science" event at Olivet College, I begged my husband to go with her and spare me the misery. To me, the very idea of spending a day listening to people drone on about math and science is tantamount to get­ ting a root canal done in Hell with no Novocain and Old Scratch himself man­ ning the drill. So I was somewhat less than thrilled when Matt Powers, a fifth grade teacher at Maplewood Elementary, called and asked me to come out to the school and do a story on how students in his and Josh Meersma’s classes were using robots to learn about computer program­ ming and mechanical engi­ neering. Still, I thought it might be challenging to try to write a story that would make such a dry and boring subject interesting. Kind of like writing a brochure that would make sitting in a den­ tist chair in Hell, breathing in the aroma of sulfur and tooth enamel, sound like a laying on a beach in Tahiti caressed by tropical breezes. However, when I walked into Powers’ classroom last week I was amazed. Where were the kids glumly thumb­ ing through workbooks and pages of incomprehensible directions or staring blankly at a computer screens? Where were the others fum­ bling through boxes of parts that looked like refuse from the local scrap yard? Where was the wailing and gnashing of teeth? I thought this couldn’t be science! This can’t be computer programming! This can’t be engineering! It looks like too much fun! The kids were chatting, even laughing, as they sat on the floor or gath­ ered around tables eagerly assembling robots out of LEGO blocks and busily tapping away on computers! The kids in Powers’ room were obviously genuinely excited as they explained to me how they were working together to design a "sumobot" that could win a match by pushing another team’s robot out of the ring. Across the hall, two of Meersma’s students, Maggie Semrau and Drew Lamance, were excited to have the opportu­ nity to show and explain to me how they could program their robot to navigate an obstacle course set up on the floor of the classroom. Wow!, I thought, some genius has found a way to put technology and science in the hands of children so they could play with it, learn from it and enjoy it! But when Meersma sat me down in front of a lap top computer, taped the outline of a small box on the floor of the classroom and told the pair to show me how to program the comput­ er to get the little robot into the box, I started to sweat and it had nothing to do with the winter coat I was wear­ ing! I was having flashbacks to my freshman year in college when I was required to take a computer program­ ming class. You could always tell who was in the freshman computer pro­ gramming class by the dark rings under their eyes and their shaking hands and nervous twitches caused by drinking gallons of coffee. Back then computer pro­ gramming meant Basic, which meant spending long nights in the university’s computer lab surrounded by equally frustrated and sleepdeprived students, often until three or four o’clock in the morning, trying to get every keystroke in an a series of seemingly endless "if then" statements 100% accurate and I had it easy! My husband, who is. a few years older than me, took computer programming classes in FORTRAN. For those who are not old enough to remember, programming in FORTRAN meant boxes of punch cards that were fed into the com­ puter. If a single card were out of place, the program would not run. He remembers watching a fellow engi- The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 20,2005 — Page 3 neering student have a nerv­ explore it, and play with it tion); three social studies al or performing arts. One ous breakdown while hun­ and not fear it, is the best credits including 1/2 credit credit! Then, if they choose, dreds of computer cards way to teach a child how to of govemment/civics, 1/2 they can take up to six more fluttered to the ground love something, and if they credit of economics, plus credits in the fine arts during around him after he tripped love something they will world and United States his­ the four years they are in over a cable while walking usually excel in it. I grew up tory, including geography; high school. What bounty! through the computer lab in a family that loved read­ four math credits, including What a rich educational during finals week. ing, story telling and word algebra I, algebra n, geome­ experience! And, suppose After years of making my games and lived in a house try, an additional year, plus students try a few elective living sitting in front of a filled with books and ample at least one math course art or music classes and then computer screen, I have to supply ofpaper and pencils. taken during the senior year; realize that’s not where their confess that, to me, a com­ Words were my playthings, three science credits includ­ interests lie? With only six puter is still nothing more so when given a choice in ing biology, chemistry, electives allowed during the than a glorified typewriter, a junior high and high school, physics, and one additional high school, are they going convenient way to send and and we were given choices year of science, four English to have enough time to receive information, and a every semester, I chose liter­ credits, including writing, explore other options? I way to converse with friends ature, journalism and cre­ expository writing, creative don’t think so. when the telephone line is ative writing courses. It’s writing, grammar, informa­ Not all students graduat­ tied up. If anything goes little wonder I grew up to be tional text, speaking, repre­ ing from Michigan high wrong with my computer, a writer! senting, reading, listening, schools are going to go on to and it often does, I have to If there had been lap top viewing, literature, culture get a four-year degree from call on the expertise of my computers and LEGO and language. This makes a a college or university, husband or one of my more robots that made math and total of 18 credits, leaving many may prefer or be bet­ technologically savvy office science fun when I was in just six elective credits for a ter suited for trade or techni­ mates to come to my rescue. school, I may not have student’s four years in high cal education or on the job I hoped the kids, whose turned out to be the techno­ school. training. We can’t assume faces were glowing with phobe and mathematical Students who are mem­ that just because studies excitement at the prospect of bungler I am today, then bers of the high school band indicate that technology, showing a reporter how to again, maybe I would. Who will not be able to take any medicine and the service program a computer to pro­ can say? All I know is that other electives in high industry are the fastest gram their robot, didn’t we need more hands-on pro­ school. I don’t think we’ll growing job markets in the notice as I surreptitiously grams like these in our have as many students United States that all stu­ dabbed at the sweat that had schools, and not just for sci­ eagerly signing up for band dents are going to be inter­ begun to bead on my fore­ ence, math and technology. classes in junior high if this ested in or suited for careers head as those memories Despite studies that show legislation is passed and in those fields. came flooding back. an increasing demand for band students are essentially Ifwe try to fit all our high “It’s OK, you can do technology related jobs, prohibited from exploring school students into the this,” I thought. ■ they are not for everyone. other areas of interest while same mold, which these pro­ As the kids showed me What would the world be in high school. Even for stu­ posed requirements seem how to click on a function like without artists, writers, dents who aren’t in band, six intended to do, I predict that on the computer screen and actors, and musicians? credits in four years hardly in a few years we will have program its duration, I told Personally, I don’t want to gives them a chance to a lot of unhappy adults who myself it’s not like spending know the answer to that explore a variety of subjects look forward to their work a whole day at a math and question. to try to discover where their as much as they do to the science fair. Just click the That’s why I am alarmed interests lie or advance in an aforementioned root canal. mouse, punch a few buttons, by the proposed high school area of interest. 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I was pretty proud of myself, too, I man­ aged to do some simple vluto-Owners Insurance computer programming Life Home Gar Business without screaming and from 7h.'NoPrMmHofAn DEBBIE the room! As I drove back to the office it occurred to me that putting something in the hands of a child (or an adult) 178 S. Main • Vermontville • (517) 726-0580 and allowing them to Our fast claims service is <fNo Problem.” TRUMBLE AGENCY BETTY THELMA 225 N. Main • Nashville • (517) 852-9680 �Just Say *As Advertised in the Maple Valley News' T uesday December 20, 2005 — Page 4 Steven Lee “Steve” Joppie Violet M. Feighner JACKSON Violet M. Feighner, age 97. of Jackson, formerly of Nashville, passed away on Sunday. December 11, 2005 at Faith Haven Retirement Facility in Jackson. Mrs Feighner was bom in Ontario, Canada on March 8, 1908, the daughter of the late Charles and Anne (Johnson) Croucher She was the widow of Hugh Feighner. Hugh and Violet were married on August 3, 1929 in Windsor, Ontario. The couple began their life together in the Detroit area, but moved to the Nashville area where they raised their family together. Violet accepted her U.S, Citizenship in 1944. Violet was employed as a supervisor at Hastings Manufacturing retiring after 26 years of service in 1964. For the past 15 years Violet enjoyed getting together with former co­ workers that she had worked with over the years. The group would meet at a local restaurant and share memo­ ries of their working years together. One ofthe ladies in the group sent Violet a note thanking her for being the “best boss she had ever had.” After retiring for Hastings Manufacturing, she spent many years in the Nashville area as a china painter and teacher. Violet is survived by son, Vernon (Delores) Feighner; her granddaughters, Penny (Jim) Ousley, and Gwen (Leland) Wilcox; her great grand daughters, Emily Wilcox, Alissa and Audrey Ousley; and a nephew. She was preceded in death by her mother in 1945; her father in 1968; her husband, Hugh, in 1979; and her sis­ ter, Barbara Davies in 2002. Funeral services were held at the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, on Wednesday, December 14, the Reverends Dianne Bowden and Herbert Cherry officiating. Interment followed the funeral service at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. In lieu offlowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church or charity of donors choice. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Thomas J. Winegar------------VERMONTVILLE Thomas J. Winegar, age 46, of Vermontville, died December 14,2005. Mr. Winegar was born July 12, 1959 in Grand Rapids, the son of Homer and Joan (Moore) Winegar. Thomas was employed at General Motors in Lansing for 26 years. He was a big sports fan cheering for the Spartans, Pistons and Lions, who were his favorite teams. Thomas also enjoyed woodworking and loved Chinese food. He is survived by sons, Adam (Sarah) Winegar of Nashville, Aaron (Jen) Winegar of Hastings and Austin Winegar ofArkansas; two grandchildren; parents, Homer and Joan of Vermontville; brothers, Larry (Diane) Winegar of Parish, Florida and Richard (Shelley) Winegar of Hastings. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 17, 2005 at Vermontville Bible Church, Vermontville with Pastor Bill Briggs officiating. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Ifdesired memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or the Vermontville Bible Church. by Pray Arrangements Funeral Home, Charlotte. Further information availat able www.prayfuneral.com Shirley Jane Troutwine NASHVILLE/HASTINGS - Shirley Jane Troutwine, age 65, of Nashville/Hastings passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 15, 2005 at her home on Center Rd. Mrs. Troutwine was bom in Hastings, on August 10, 1940, the daughter of Damon and Mary Jane (Kimmel) McClelland. Shirley was raised in the Hastings/Woodland areas attended Woodland area school, later graduating from Lakewood High School. She married Richard James Troutwine on January 18, 1958. The couple spent their lives together living in the Nashville/Hastings area. Shirley enjoyed working on the family farm with her hus­ band. She also loved spend­ ing time outdoors and gar- dening. One of Shirley’s pas­ sions was cooking. She loved spending time outdoors and gardening. One of Shirley’s passions was cooking. She loved cooking for her family; and they loved to eat her cooking. Shirley worked for several years at Ben Franklin and The Provincial House. She later worked and retired from McDonald’s of Battle Creek. Shirley loved spending time with her family. After Shirley retired she enjoyed spending time with her mother, Mary Jane, and her sister, Sharon. They would often take trips to South Haven and wherever else the road took them. Shirley is survived by her mother, Mary Jane McClelland; her daughter, Shelly (Chris) Hartman; sis­ ter, Sharon Rysdam; brother, David (Anne) McClelland; her grandchildren, Aaron James, Andrea Kay, Ashley Chris, Kimberley Brooke, and Hope Danielle Hartman. She was preceded in death by her father, Damon McClelland; her husband, Richard Troutwine; and her dear friend, Fem Mead. Funeral services were held at Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville on Saturday, December 17, 2005, with Rev. Ken Gardner officiating. Interment took place immediately following the funeral service at the Hosmer Cemetery, Nashville. In lieu of flowers, memori­ al contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice or The Victory Junction Gang. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. DANJEBS “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 S (517)852-9712 9200 E M-79 Hwy • Nashville 0660550________________________ co.anes & FamUy Owner/Manager NASHVILLE Steven Lee “Steve” Joppie, age 55, of Nashville, passed away at Kalamazoo’s Borgess Medical Center. Wednesday. December 14, 2005 due to injuries sustained from a construction accident He was bom October 8, 1950 in Lansing, the son of Leonard W. and Bertina Joyce (Elston) Joppie. Steve worked for the Taubman Co. Woodland Mall (Grand Rapids) as a building engineer from 1969-1987. He then worked for Wolohan Lumber (Kentwood) as an outside sales representative from 1987-1992; transferring to Kalamazoo as an assistant manager, from 1992-1995. He worked for Erb Lumber (Kalamazoo) in contractor sales as an assistant manager from 1995-1999. Currently, he was self­ employed with his own com­ pany “Steve Joppie Builders” from Nashville. He was also a leader with TEAM. He married the former Kathy L. Weaver on October 14, 1978 in Bumips. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Kathy L. Joppie, of Nashville; his parents, Leonard W. and Bertina J. Joppie, both of Nashville; two sons, Jarrod and Janel Joppie of Grandville, and Jason and Katrina Joppie of a Nashville; daughter, Brooke (Joppie) and Allen Steele of Hastings; grand­ children, Ashleigh Joppie, Joppie, Mason Joshua Joppie, Natalie Joppie, Clarissa Joppie, and A.J. Steele; two sisters, Paula and Lester Godbey of Nashville, and L. Julia Mead of LaPorte, IN; his wife’s parents, Richard and Marceil Freiberg of Bumips; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many special friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Leonard Earl and C. Erma Joppie; his grandparents, Lester and Ina Elston; his uncle, Neil Joppie; his aunt, JoAnne Steward; his cousin, Larry Neil Musser; his cousin, Diane Priesman; and his brother-in-law, Major Stanley Mead. Steve attended Maple Valley High School where he graduated in 1969. He then attended ITT Technical School in Grand Rapids. He also attended Grand Rapids Junior College where he majored in business from 1974-1975. Steve completed courses through Kalamazoo Home Builders Association, and received his State of Michigan Builders license in 1999. He and his wife built and finished the home they live in at Nashville. Steve was a member ofthe H.B.A. of Barry County, Barry County Chamber of Commerce, Nashville Community Development Committee, Co-chair of the Nashville Harvest Festival. He loved “his Truck!” Equal to that, he loved and adored his grandchildren. He would raise pheasants and collected pheasant memora­ bilia. He enjoyed going hunt­ ing and fishing, golfing, working on stained glass, reading, camping, and going to Silver Lake Sand Dunes, hot tubing, and his morning coffee at local restaurants. He would help anyone in need. Funeral services celebrat­ ing Steve Joppie’s life were held Monday, December 19, 2006 at the Thornapple Valley Community Church, Hastings with Pastor Phil Courtright officiating. Private family burial fol­ lowed at the Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery. Memorial tributes may be made to The Joppie Family or Gift of Life. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invita­ tion Selected Independent Funeral Homes. CALENDAR OF EVENTS Dec. 20 RUP Training (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) & Exam (12:30­ 3 p.m.), Community Room - Courts & Law Building. Dec. 22 Office closed during lunch. Dec. 23-26 Christmas Holiday, County Buildings Closed. Dec. 29 Office closed during lunch. Dec. 30 New Year Holiday, County Buildings Closed. Jan. 2 New Year Holiday, County Buildings Closed. Jan. 3 Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings (note change of date from January 2 to January 3). Jan. 4 Special 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building, Community Room. Jan. 5 Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. Jan. 7 “Better Kid Care” Workshop (How to Work with Active Children), 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pennock Conf. Center (pre-register at the Extension Office). Jan. 9 Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. Jan. 10 4-H Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Jan. 11 Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Jan. 11 Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Jan. 14 Poultry Breeding Clinic, 10 a.m., Freeport Community Center (must pre-register at the Extension Office). Jan. 14 & 21 Red Cross & 4-H Babysitting Class, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Delton District Library. 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 20, 2005 — Page 5 Athletic Study Committee makes its recommendations t r Gd (jrt'WufciqiiftifcVn' CMJipffiitaitlE I MwIJtaJlif: Mj (hi iite MH Ofc. ^tai10rr jawcif® fefej Clink, 10nfe 0- Center (must p^i: W j)0 District Litay by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Mike Booher and Jerry Reese, representatives from the Athletic Study Committee, gave a report to the school board on their committee’s discussions and recommendations. The committee was formed .by the board earlier this year, in the wake of con­ troversy that arose when a group of parents and mem­ bers of the high school girls’ varsity volleyball team requested the resignation or dismissal of long-time varsi­ ty coach Kelly Offrink, who had just led the team to a conference co-championship. The study committee •established 1-2 goals: 1) review the code of con­ duct for athletes to be sure it meets, the standards of the community, 2) Establish behavior expectations for coaches, athletes, and specta­ tors in all sports programs so the Maple Valley School District is represented with “class,” 3) Assist the athletic director in communicating expectations to athletes, coaches and parents involved, 4) Establishing educational objectives for age groups, 5) Evaluate the athletic facility maintenance needs and make recommen­ dations to the Building and Site Committee of the Board of Education, 6) Establish behavior expectations for all programs using athletic facil­ ities and who claim to repre­ sent Maple Valley Schools (i.6., Little League football, baseball, softball, AYSO soccer, etc.), 7) Address ath­ letic department budget issues ( i.e. what is most important to the community when budgets must be cut, etc.) 8) Examine the evalua- * tion procedure used for coaching staff and redevelop if needed, 9) Assist in net­ working, when new coaches are needed participate in interviewing and hiring pro­ cedures, 10) Provide repre­ sentatives to serve on the Athletic Appeals Committee which reviews discipline decisions when necessary. 11) Provide physical and emotional support for athletic director at home events by serving as greeters, emer­ gency teams, and crowd con­ trol, 12) Establish and review a coaches handbook covering athletic department policies, MHSAA code of athletic directors, MHSAA code for coaches, what parents can expect from coaches, and athletic department proce­ dures. Reese and Booher stated that their committee recom­ mends the board form an Athletic Committee, com­ prised ofthe athletic director, two representatives from the board of education, one Maple Valley Athletic Booster officer, two head coaches and three communi­ ty members. They recom-. mended the people selected for the committee represent a variety of sports and include a couple of people who have not always been happy with the way things have been done in the past. The com­ mittee would meet once a month during the school year, including June. The Athletic Study Committee recommended that the Athletic Committee address the following issues: Developing job descrip­ tions for coaches and the ath­ letic director, the evaluation of programs, policies and personnel, and the support of the athletic department. Other recommendations included exit surveys for ath­ letes and their parents, annu­ al coaching evaluations, required CPR and First Aid training for coaches, comple­ tion of MHSAA Pace pro­ gram or other coaching edu­ cation, the development of a parent/coach communication pamphlet, checking to be sure no coaches are regis­ tered sex offenders, and revi­ sions to the current building use form. Board of Education Trustee Brian Green, who also served on the study com­ mittee, said he strongly sup­ ports the recommendations presented by the Booher and Reese. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer asked school board members to review the committee’s recommenda­ tions and come to next month’s regular meeting pre­ pared to discuss them and give him some direction as to whether or not a permanent athletic committee should be established. During the meeting the board also received a reportt If you want friendly service, quality cuts, perms and other hair services come to • Haircuts $10 • Perms staring at $38 Call Dana, Vicki or Nancy Open Tuesday - Friday by appt. 517-726-0330 form Kramer in which he dis­ cussed work on pursuing grant writing and detailed cost control measures cover­ ing areas ofenergy conserva­ tion, transportation, athletics, personnel and purchases. In his report, Kramer stat­ ed that while the district is currently facing a deficit of around $672,000 and some of it was planned, $189,000 of that total was not, “We must take action dur­ ing the second half of this year to eliminate at least this unanticipated deficit. “As we look at next year’s budget we are not in the same boat we were in a few years ago, it’s getting tougher,” he said. “We received, for the first time in four years an increase from the state... and that new money was $175 per student. Our costs for health care increases and retirement mandates from the state and the accompanying FICA, our cost for those three things alone, was $217. It doesn’t take a rocket scien­ tist to figure out when you see that type of thing going on, you’re going to go down.” He noted that while the board had, “Dug into the dis­ trict’s fund equity to the tune of $400,000,” they couldn’t continue to keep doing that, “We need to take steps now to get things under control,” he said. Some of the cost cutting measures include asking staff to turn off lights if not in a room, even if it is for 10 min­ utes, asking staff to dress more warmly and limit the use of space heaters, request­ ing that vendors replace pop machines with more energy­ efficient models, scheduling all athletic trips to a dropoff only if within a 25-mile radius, canceling one weekend tournament unless alternative transportation can be found, reducing spring away tournaments where the use of a bus is required, not hiring new employees to replace those who leave, reducing and eliminating all overtime, consider reassigning employ­ ees instead of hiring substi­ tutes, no purchases for non­ essential items, reduce copying and minimizing all long distance calls. Kramer said he would .have an additional list of cost-cutting measures to present to the board after the Christmas holidays, but he first needed to sit down with a representative from the teacher’s union to discuss them, “because they are con­ nected to the union in some way, shape or form in terms of trying to get a handle on this year’s budget.” In other business last week the school board: • Heard a Power Point presentation from Maple Valley High School Principal Todd Gonser on the proposed redesign and restructure of the high school. He talked briefly about the changing job market and evidence from a growing body of research that indicates stu­ dents who have taken more core classes have greater suc­ cess in the job market and those studies are the driving force behind the state’s pro­ posed increase in graduation requirements. • Received written reports from building principals Jason Miller, Fred Davenport, Chris Parkinson, Business Manager Daryl Sydloski, Transportation and Operations Director Pat Powers and curriculum direc­ tors and technology imple­ mentation leaders Julie Swartz and Mary Slag, and leadership student Norm Porter. • Approved the revision of the district’s facility use and rental policy and fees. • Heard a recommendation that all ofthe district’s organ­ izations such as band and athletic boosters and other support organizations meet with the new auditing firm for assistance in assuring their financial policies and procedures are efficient and up to date with any new financial requirements and regulations. • Approved a recommen­ dation from the School Improvement Committee to accept portfolios compiled by Ruth Craven, Cindy Schwartz and Laurel Dean, which means they are now “highly qualified” for the positions they hold in the dis­ trict. • Approved the first read­ ing for changes in the lan­ guage of Board Policy 4320 regarding the use school vehicles for religious activi­ ties. The board also approved the first reading of Board Policy sections 7000, 8000 and 9000, regarding instruc­ tional program, students, and general public and organiza- tional relations, respectively. The second hearing for all proposed policy changes is slated for the regular meeting of the board 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 9. • Heard presentations from and interviewed two con­ struction management firms with regard to the bond issue the board is contemplating putting on the ballot next year. The board did not take any action after the inter­ views, but is expected to do so at a special meeting slated for 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2, in the administration office board room. The board also will hear a presentation from the Bond Committee and go into closed session for negotia­ tions strategy during the spe­ cial meeting. JOPPIE, continued from p deeply missed, but I’ve er from 1995 to 1999. talked to other members of Steve Joppie married his the group and they say they wife Kathy (Weaver) in are not going to let his plans Bumips Oct 14, 1978. The and dreams for Nashville couple built and finished die." their own home in Nashville Joppie was bom Oct. 8, and have two sons: Jared and 1950, in Lansing to Leonard Jariel Joppie of Grandville, and Bertina (Elston) Joppie. Jason and Katrina Joppie of He attended Maple Valley Nashville, and a daughter High School, where he grad­ Brooke (Joppie) and Allen uated in 1969. After gradua­ Steele of Hastings and have tion he attended ITT six grandchildren: Ashleigh Technical School in Grand Joppie, Joshua Joppie, Rapids and Grand Rapids Mason Joppie, Natalie Junior College, where he Joppie, Clarissa Joppie, and majored in business in 1974­ A.J. Steele. 75. Joppie completed courses Joppie also is survived by through the Kalamazoo his parents, Leonard and Home Builders Association, Bertina Joppie of Nashville, and received his State of two sisters, Paula and Lester Michigan Builders license in Godbey of Nashville and L. 1999. Julie Mead of LaPorte, Ind., Steve worked for his wife’s parents, Richard Taubman Co. Woodland and Marceil Freiberg of Mall in Grand Rapids as a Bumips, and many nieces, building engineer from 1969 nephews, aunts and uncles to 1987, He then worked for and many friends. Lumber - in In addition to his commu­ Wolohan Kentwood as an outside sales nity service activities, Joppie representative from 1987 to is remembered for loving his transferring 1992, to track and adoring his many Kalamazoo as an assistant grandchildren. He raised manager from 1992 to 1995. pheasants and collected He worked at Erb Lumber in pheasdant memorabilia. He Kalamazoo in contractor also enjoyed hunting, fish­ sales and as assistant manag- ing, golfing, working on •8atOrf December^ Friday,,,’,December 3 Saturd’’ ay,JDecemb Decemb e2r January 2 .Monday,January stained glass, reading, camp­ ing, Silver Lake Sand Dunes, hot tubbing, and morning coffee at local restaurants. Visitations were held Bachman Hebble Funeral Service in Battle Creek over the weekend and a funeral service celebrating his life was held yesterday (Monday, Dec, 19) at Thornapple Valley Community Church in Hastings with Pastor Phil Courtright officiating. He was interred in Nashville’s Lakeview Cemetery Memorial contributions may be made to the Joppie family or Gift of Life. Open4til 7pm Op Closed Closed .Frida?s December 23 Monday,Decei Steve Joppie Open4til 7pm Exten Extended Ho dear’s b-ve Closed Closed EegalHotida? lHotida? xTM 1U8 avaWa^e and O2n4hH»oeuBrcasnia-t k yDmays1’24 Hoursi B»»k 150 W Memberfu �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News" Tuesday, December 20,2005 — Page 6 Medicare plan just adds to problems I attended one of the two seminars on Medicare Part D last Friday in Hastings, put on by the Barry Community Foundation in cooperation with Hastings City Bank held in the bank's new conference room. Due to the weather, the morning group numbered only about 75 people, down from the 100 they planned for. When you looked around the room, you saw senior citizens from all over Barry County who came to learn more about this new Medicare D has more than 40 different prescrip­ tion drug plans to choose from and 18 different insur­ ance companies that will administer the program in Michigan. It just seems so complicated, the experts tell senior citizens to go over the plan with their kids. Heck, what makes you think they can under­ stand it any better? It has nothing do to with your age, its just too complicated for virtually everybody. It could have been so easy for seniors. All the government prescription plan. As I looked around the room, I recognized many of the seniors and could see they had a great deal of concern about the plan. All I can say from attending the meeting and from what I've read, the best thing that could happen to this plan, is if we would just scrap it and start over. But that's what you get when you write a plan that doesn't really solve a problem, but instead creates more prob­ lems. Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service 227 N. 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(N-I01) “Country living" large mature yard, 4 bedrooms, 1st floor laundry, kitchen appliances included. Call Jerry. 2 car garage.(CH-l 15) HASTINGS ON SOUTH JEFFERSON 3 bedrooms, 11/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on comer lot. Large yard, many new Improve­ ments!! Call Hillary. Move in at close. (H-l 16) feds had to do was to come house, they just opened the up with one plan that's door and threw away the available to all seniors and key. I can't prove it yet, but I they would pay according to their income and avail­ really believe many healthy ability of other plans. All seniors will be far better off the other issues should have without any new coverage been negotiated behind the and just continue to do what they do now. scenes. American senior citizens Listening to senior citi­ zens during the question waited a long time for help and answer session Friday, with their prescriptions. I it was easy to become con­ hate to say it, but I think vinced that many seniors they should wait a lot have worked out something longer, because this plan to satisfy their needs. Many doesn't really solve prob­ had coverage already in lems, itjust complicates the force and were concerned issue. Scrap it, let’s start how their current plans over. We surely can do a lot better than this, even with would be affected. Whether it’s a former both hands tied behind our employer, veterans, gov­ back. All it takes is a fair ernmental program, the plan, determination and the AARP or some loyalty pur­ will to do it right. Sorry seniors, this plan chase program, many indi­ cated they wanted to know looks like it deserves to be what was going to happen dead on arrival. We can do to their current coverage better for our parents, when they signed up for the grandparents, friends and new program. neighbors. They've lived As I sat listening to the and worked here over the questions from area sen­ last 60 or more years, paid iors, I couldn’t avoid ask­ taxes and have taken part in ing the question to myself making this benefit even — “who was the nut that possible, so now we must dreamed up this crazy sys­ get this right. tem?” There just doesn't Look over all the infor­ seem to be any reason why mation sheets, pamphlets the proposal has to be so and books and you will find complicated, unless you’re out just how complicated it trying to hide something. really is. I think it’s a During the recent pro­ smokescreen for drug com­ gram held at the First panies to charge seniors Friday luncheon, a state even more than they're pay­ Medicare expert said, the ing now. average senior spent around What did Christ say in $3,000 a year for prescrip­ the Bible — do unto others tion drugs, and now with as you would have them do this new program depend­ unto you? There's no way ing which of the nearly 20 any leader in Washington programs available to you or Lansing, for that matter, would spend around $400 who would give up their just for the monthly premi­ posh plans for this compli­ ums. Yet if you choose not cated, underfunded pro­ to sign up now, you will be gram. I urge seniors to tell penalized later for each them “Not on our watch! month you aren't paying the Get back to the drawing premiums. board, sharpen your pencils The real kicker here is and let’s come up with that when our congressmen something anyone can were negotiating the pro­ understand, with no hidden gram with drug companies, agenda that's in the best they agreed not to put the interest of most seniors cost of drugs on the table. across this nation. In other words, the drug Government’s at work companies set the rate for again, and it doesn't look the drugs. Talk about let­ ting the fox into the hen pretty. — Fred Jacobs, vice president, J-Ad Graphics Commission on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on . Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Dec. 21 Ham salad spread, marinat­ ed vegetables, apricots, whole wheat bread. Thursday, Dec. 22 Cold chicken thigh, potato salad, mandarin oranges, din­ ner roll. Friday, Dec. 23 No meal delivery. Merry’ Christmas. Monday, Dec. 26 No meal delivery. Merry Christmas. Tuesday, Dec. 27 Ham and pasta salad, peas and peanut salad, applesauce. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Dec. 21 Baked chicken w/gravy, stuffing, peas, stewed toma­ toes, fruited jello. Thursday, Dec. 22 Ham w/fruit sauce, whipped sweet’ potatoes, green beans, dinner roll. Friday, Dec. 23 All sites closed. Merry Christmas. Monday, Dec. 26 All sites closed. Merry Christmas. Tuesday, Dec. 27 Salisbury steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, fruit com­ pote. Events Wednesday, Dec. 21 Hastings Euchre 12:302:30 p.m., Nails; Music with Charlie. Delton - Birthday Party; Reminiscence; BP Clinic. Thursday, Dec. 22 Nashville - Christmas Happy Meal. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Friday, Dec. 23 - COA Closed. Merry Christmas. Monday, Dec. 26 Hastings COA Closed. Merry Christmas. Tuesday, Dec. 27 Hastings - Line Dancing, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Beg. Line Dance 1 p.m. W/POND STOCKED W/F1SH Living room, family room, formal dining room with lighted glass china cabinet, large kitchen, 2 stone fireplaces, lots of built ins in bedrooms, central air, large 48x64 pole barn. Price includes the estab­ lished gardening 8r nursery busi­ ness 8r snow removal equipment MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Call for more details. (CH-118) The Wannest ofHoliday Wishes From our Family to Yours From the Staffat Nashville Family Medicine VACANT PARCELS: 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE On main road - surveyed, perked, modulars acceptable. Nat qas available, rolling with some trees. Cail Homer, (vn 14) 2.2 ACRE. PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Charlton Park. Call Rick. More land available. ivuoa) 5.6 ACRES - SE OF HASTTNGSI 2 lots, both perked, driveway permits and surveyed. "In the country" Great view, close to public hunting & fishing. Lots of birds 8t wildlife. Some restrictions. Call Rick.(VU99) BUILDING LOT IN VERMONTVILLE. Near Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. Citv water 8rr sewer available. Call Homer. ivuosi YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE OR WILL SELL AS 40 ACRES. Each 20 acres has 4 acres of maple woods across the rear of the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer Jor more details. PRICE REDUCEDI ivuos er i iiqa Walter Blakely to be 85 Jeff Joslin, MD and Russell Ameter, MD 517-852-2133 Walter Blakely, of Nashville, will observe his 85th birthday on Dec. 26, 2005. Due to ill health, no celebration is being planned. Pennock HE ALT H flb SERVICES �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 20, 2005 — Page 7 Lions 1 point short against lastseason’s state champs by Brett Bremer Sports Editor Olivet’s Cam Bramer and Geoff Britton each went to the free throw line once in the final four seconds, and each hit one free throw, to propel the defending Class C state champions to a 62-60 win at Maple Valley Tuesday night. Bramer hit the front end of a one-and-one with four sec­ onds left after what Maple Valley head coach Keith Jones called “a close call”. Britton ripped down the miss on the second shot and the Lions were forced to foul him with 1.2 seconds left. That didn’t leave the Lions enough time to get of a good chance to tie or take the win. The Eagles are now 2-0, while Maple Valley is 0-1. “That was our first game,” said Jones. “It felt like we had been practicing forever. It felt good to get out on the court. It would have been nice to have a warm-up game before Olivet though.” Maple Valley was right behind the Eagles all night long. The two teams were tied 14-14 heading into the second quarter, but Maple Valley senior Center Josh Bursley had to head to the bench after picking up his third foul early in the period. With Bursley on the bench much of the quarter, the Eagles outscored the Lions 23-15 to take an eight point lead into the locker rooms at half-time. A few of the Eagles’ sec­ ond quarter baskets came on offensive rebound putbacks, that they likely wouldn’t have gotten with Bursley fighting under the boards. “With Josh in there, he puts us in pretty solid posi­ tion on the boards,” said Jones. “Him and Andy Root. They’re both 6-4 and do a pretty good job down there.” The Lions battled back into the ball game by limit­ ing Olivet to just nine points in the third quarter, while Westphalia 30-27 and 30-23. scoring 13 of their own. Wins were recorded for “We changed our defense the Lions against Ovid-Elsie, up a little bit. We went to 30-15 and 30-11; and against Fulton in the consolation kind of a 3-2 zone and kind rounds 30-19 and 30-23. The of matched up out of it a lit­ Lions lost their final match tle bit,” said Jones. The defense created a few against Ithaca by close scores turnovers and helped to pull of 30-27 and 30-28. Alaina Mater had 61 of 63 the Lions within striking dis­ serves with 12 aces and 77 tance. Adam Lamphere’s assists in 12 matches; Allison offense helped the Lions out Oleson had 24 kills and 9 too. He led all scorers with aces; Jessica Winegar had 16 20 points. Jason Fox led Olivet with kills and 12 blocks; Rebecca Kent had 83 of 89 serves; 18 points, while Britton Ashley Gonser had 91 of 100 added 12 and Bramer 11 serves and 9 aces; Dani points in limited action. It Christensen had 21 kills; was the 30th consecutive Mindy Newton had 9 kills; victory for the Eagles. and Lauren- Pierce had 22 Lamphere was the only digs. double digit scorer for Maple Maple Valley’s next Valley, but Eric Westendorp action on the courts will be added nine points, Root Tuesday, Dec. 27m at the eight, Bursley seven, Jon Alma tournament. Hester six, and Adam Lions’ volleyball squad goes 2-34 at Corunna H*L). *«■*>; B«t* Mb! ’ W Wi. IN mhi Hu r** ® ■H -' (jokr K oo-»b * l*» • n wvti« HI |Jtta ■®?: ffiiERi? lets a Kt I I® ria Uq,lk| Wmh ass- tail aai Up.Sfc5 . Grit Ntt-to by Molly Benningfield The Maple Valley girls’ varsity volleyball team won two matches, lost three and tied once in a tough Corunna tournament Saturday. The Lions were in a pool that included Yale, New Lothrop, PewamoWestphalia and Ovid-Elsie. After starting slow, the girls picked up, but could not beat Yale, as they lost 30-20 and 30-18. Yale later claimed first in the pool. 2004 state champions New Lothrop met a rejuvenated Maple Valley team and split games by scores of 30-28 and 30-29. The Lions rallied from five points behind to tie the game at 29, only to lose by one. After the split, the Lions lost momentum and were defeated by Pewamo- Gonser and T.J. Bentley five each. What hurt the Lions much of the night was some rust shooting the ball. Maple Valley connected on just 11- of-19 free throw attempts, and 22-of-60 shots from the field. Vermontville man faces felony charge by Shelly Sulser Marshall Chronicle An alert Marshall police officer investigating a suspi­ cious vehicle on South Kalamazoo Avenue early Thursday discovered a man drunk driving a stolen truck with a loaded 410 gauge rifle on the passenger seat. Leonard Wayne Vaudrey, 39. of Vermontville, now faces one felony and four misdemeanor charges related to the incident that occurred at about 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, accord­ ing to the Marshall Police Department and Calhoun County 10th District Court. Officers said Sgt. Tim Bryant was patrolling near Mudica Street when he spot­ ted the vehicle. "A black pickup truck was driven into the Moose Lodge and then drove right back out," Bryant reported.. The truck sped up after re­ entering South Kalamazoo but as Bryant watched, the vehicle slowed down then sped up again before parking on a sidewalk in front of a residence in the 1000 block, the officer reported. Bryant reported he saw a large figure standing between the vehicle and the house but by the time he 219 N. Main • Nashville • 517.852.0845 • fax 51Z852.0461 • after hours 269.818.7599 *’ M tass> ■*(k *(k parked and walked back to investigate, the man had dis­ appeared, but the house was still dark. After learning that the vehicle was registered to a C Drive resident, Bryant looked inside and spotted the long gun stock in plain sight. "The barrel was covered by several shirts and other clothing," Bryant reported. Upon further investiga­ tion, Bryant discovered that the gun was loaded with a 410 shell and that the safety selector was in the fire mode, he reported. Another barrel, a 22 gauge, was located inside a gun case in the truck, along with a small amount of ammunition. Bryant removed the round from the weapon, called for backup from Marshall Police Department Sgt. Josh Lankerd and the Albion Public Safety K-9 Unit and the three followed footprints in the snow. The K-9 officer located the man crouched behind the house and he was taken into custody, police reported. Vaudrey told police he "drank too much" and that he had been having a bad day. Police reported that Vaudrey claimed to have had his last drink two hours prior to being caught and that he had gotten into an argument with one ofthe vehicle’s two owners whom he had been staying with on C Drive North. "He said he had gone out drinking with (the truck owner) for his birthday," police reported. "He said they argued and he took (man’s) truck." When asked what he planned to do with the loaded rifle, Vaudrey allegedly replied he went out to "shoot a Christmas goose" because he was hungry. Vaudrey, who registered a .12 percent blood alcohol content on a preliminary breath test, and .10 and .11 on chemical tests at the police department, was lodged at the Calhoun County Jail. He was charged Thursday with one felony count of car­ rying a concealed weapon and misdemeanor counts of operating while intoxicated, possession of a firearm under the influence of alcohol and driving with no license, according to Sgt. Scott McDonald of the Marshall Police Department. 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Call us today at 517.852.0845 or stop by to make an appointment. •Wednesday, December 23rd from 9:30am -12:30pm only (no afternoon appointments due to the holidays) For more information, you may also call the State of Michigan's Medicare Medicaid Assistance HOTLINE: the spot for service 800.803.7174 I£ I �Just Say y “As Advertised in the Maple p Valley y News’ Tuesday, y, December 20,, 2005 — Page g 8 ___________ Donkey basketball raises $800 for FFA The Maple Valley FFA against Maple Valley staff hosted donkey basketball members, Maple Valley in the old gym at the seniors against Maple Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High Valley community mem­ school Thursday night, bers. The final game was staff members against the Dec. 8. The game consisted of Community members and three different two-period, the grand champions were the community members. six-minute long games. The community mem­ The challengers were Maple Valley juniors bers broke the MV staff Members of the winning community team, which beat the two-time and reigning teachers’ team are (from left) Greg Flower, Andrea Davis, Bruce Yelvington, Steve Hayes, Ann Woodman, Wayne Kirwin, Micah tobias, Tim Tobias, Jeff Tobias, Jeff Kennedy, FFA State Officers Sarah McCurley and Jason Smith and FFA President Dhanielle Tobias. (Photo by Pam Tobias) Samantha Pierce trying to coax her donkey to move. (Photo by Pam Tobias) streak of winning three years in a row. The cham­ pion team consisted of Tim Tobias, Jeff Kennedy, Micah Tobias, Anne Woodman, Jason Smith, Sarah McCurly, Wayne Kerwin,Bruce Yelvington, Jeff Tobias, Andrea Davis, Steve Hayes, and Greg Flower. FFA Advisor Aaron Saari said, “The riders all did a great job and the Maple Valley FFA is look­ ing forward to new riders next year.” This game raised over $800 for the Maple Valley chapter of the FFA. See DONKEY, next page Eaton County Sheriff Dept, award ceremony tomorrow The ‘Chick-a-Dee Pooper Scoopers” are a traditional part of the show. (Photo by Pam Tobias) Now accepting new patients Michigan State University National College of Chiropractic Nashville Chiropractic (517) 852-2070 We are a Blue Cross, Blue PPO, Medicare, Medicaid and PPOM provider Eaton County Sheriff Michael Raines will present awards at the County Board of Commissioners meeting at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 2, at the ’ Eaton County Courthouse in Charlotte. Awards will be given to Eaton County deputies .and private citizens. Deputies Troy Gardner, Robert Gilletine, Theresa VanDorpe and Adam Holliday will be given a bravery award for safely and successfully ending a vehicle pursuit with an intoxicated suicidal subject in possession of loaded handguns. In addition, professional excellence awards will be presented to Lt. Jeff Campbell, Sgt. Rod Sadler, Sgt. Tadd Deo of the EatonCounty Sheriff Department and Chief Van Johnson of the Potterville Police Department for their roles in this incident. Distinguished citizen awards will be given to: • Mary VanZwoll and Nicole Doherty, both youth specialists with the Eaton County Youth Facility. Each, on separate occasions suc­ cessfully performed the Heimlich maneuver on Youth Facility residents. •Eric Kienitz, who pulled a driver from burning vehicle involved in a traffic accident. • Kyle Musser, who res­ cued two children from a burning vehicle involved in a traffic accident. • Edward Hom, who assisted an Eaton County sheriff’s deputy in appre­ hending a retail fraud sus­ pect. • Janice Youngs, who reported a suspicious subject later apprehended for break­ ing and entering a neighbor’s house.• Christopher Caddell will be awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for assisting a motorist who suffered a seizure and crashed into a TGI Friday’s restaurant. Rob Rosin is having a hard time trying to get his don­ key, Patches, to move. (Photo by Pam Tobias) FROST HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service A Slrongth you eta roly on Free Estimates 06605624 (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 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 06605544 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. December 20,2005 — Page 9 Children from the crowd dance with the Chick-a-Dee Chickens during half-time, (Photo by Pam Tobias) the ring, but then some of the teams decided to design one that would flip their oppo­ nent They use a ‘guess and check’ system with their pro­ gramming. They start out by guessing what will work, they try it out, and if it does­ n’t work, they change their program until it does.” In Meersma's class the students also programmed their robots to navigate an obstacle course. “’Check and guess,’ is an important skill for kids to develop so they are not frus­ trated by failure, instead they learn apply what they have learned from their mistakes, ” said Meersma. “It’s a skill they can apply to any area of their lives.’ Powers and Meersma attended a two-day training session at the Eaton County Intermediate School District last August so their classes could participate in the proJosh Meersma and 5th grade students Maggie Semrau and Drew Lamance use a gram which loans the kits to schools for two-week inter­ laptop computer to program a LEGO robot. vals. However, Powers noted design options that they can work together on the differ­ trial and error. They can that other school districts select a tire size to increase have their own LEGO robot­ mix or match to create their ent tasks. “The kids work together speed, they can program the ics kits and have incorporat­ own robot. “It’s great because on with their team and partici­ light sensors to keep the ed them not only in the class­ some teams we’ll have one pate in designing the most robot on the track during the room, but also in afterkid who loves to work with functional robot depending races and they can design school activities where the the computer, one who loves on the objective,” said different sumo-bots,” he students are given a problem added. “Most of the teams and they design a robot and a to work with all the different Meersma. “It’s really great because were designing their sumo- computer program to solve parts and another who loves to build,” said Powers. “On the kids can modify their bots to push the other out of it. There are even interother teams, they all kind of robots as they learn through school competitions. “They have competitions at all grade levels, they just make the problems and pro­ gramming more complex for the older students,” he said. “Our curriculum director came in while the kids were working on this and she said she was really impressed with the program because it was so ‘hands-on’ and that really helps the kids under­ stand what programming and engineering can be.” Powers noted that while the LEGO robotics kits arte currently available only to schools and other education­ al institutions, they would soon be made available to the public. However, both he and Meersma lament the fact that Maple Valley, like many other school districts across the state is having to tighten its belt due to state funding cuts and the kits are only available to them on a limit­ ed basis. “Everyone has really got­ ten into it, I know they are going to be upset when we have to give them back,” said Powers. “The kits are only $200 and we could use retired computers, the pro­ grams don’t require that much.” “It’s too bad money is stopping this program from being available in every school,” said Meersma. “In education we’re always looking for ways to compete with video games and car­ toons for kids attention and this is a great way to do it. 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Call (269) 948-8210 and ask for Mr. Hagg today! �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 20,2005 — Page 10 High school selected to pilot Merit Exam Last month Maple Valley High School Pincipal Todd Gonser has been notified that his school was one of 36 across the state to partici­ pate in the spring 2006 pilot ofthe Michigan Merit Exam (MME) which is slated to replace the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) high school assessment in spring 2007. Maple Valley Superintendent of Schools Kim Kramer noted at last week’s regular meeting of the Maple Valley Board of Education that though Maple Valley’s juniors will be taking the new MME through the pilot program, they will still be required to take the MEAP test. “I’d like to find out who signed us up and wring their neck,” he said face­ tiously. “We had to sign up to be considered for the pilot program. We did it think­ ing we wouldn’t have to do both (MEAP and MME), and we could find out what was on the test and get ahead of the game,” said Gonser, adding jokingly that he and his staff were, “really excited,” when they learned the students would be required to take both tests in 2006. “I still think it is a it is a good idea because it will give us an idea what is on the test,” he said. The students will take the eight-hour MEAP test before school is dismissed for spring break begining March 3. After school resumes April 10, the stu­ dents will take the eighthour MME April 11-12. Gov. Jennifer Granholm almost a year ago signed Public Acts 592-596 of 2004, which required the state to replace the MEAP high school exam with the MME. In September she announced that for the first time, all Michigan students will take the college entrance exam as part of the state’s high school assesment, starting in 2007. Beginning with the Class of 2008, all 11th grade stu­ dents will be required to take the ACT plus writing and a work skills assess­ ment, WorkKeys, in place of the MEAP tests. The WorkKeys assess­ ment includes reading for information and applied mathematics. Some addi­ tional English language arts and mathematics items to be used to augment the ACT and WorkKeys assessments also may be administered following the WorkKeys. The pilot program is being being run by the Michigan Department of Education, in conjunction with the Pearson Educational Measurement and ACT, Inc., in prepara­ tion for the full implemen­ tation ofthe MME in 2007. Schools were selected for the pilot program through a BRAKES ■ OIL CHANGE • EXHAUST • ENGINES ■ ALIGNMENTS • TRANSMISSIONS JEFF DOBBIN’S AUTO SERVICE, INC. 269-945-0191 Jeff Dobbin, Owner ASE Master Technician § 1847 E. 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The 36 schools partici­ pating in the pilot program are Barclay Hills Education Center, Kalamazoo; Battle Creek Area Learning Center, Battle Creek; Bay City Western High School, Auburn; Bloomington High School, Bloomingdale; Charlotte High School, Charlotte; Chassell High School, Chassell; Churchill Community Education Center, Royal Oak; Clinton High School, Clinton; Dollar Bay High School, Dollar Bay; Ecorse High School, Ecorse; Edwardsburg High School, Edwardsburg; Everett High School, Lansing; Ewen-Trout Creek Consolidated High School, Ewen; Frankfort High School, Frankfort; Hartland High School Hartland; Hopkins High School, Hopkins; Ishpeming High School, Ishpeming; Lincoln Senior High School, Warren; Mancelona High School, Mancelona; Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School, Vermontville; Melvindale High School, Melvindale; North Branch High School, North Branch; North Farmington High School, Farmington Hills; Northwest Alternative Education, Jackson; Northwestern High School, Detroit; Park High School, Grand Rapids; Renaissance High School, Detroit; Robichaud Senior High School, Dearborn Heights; South Haven High School, South Haven; South Lake High School, St. Clair Shores; Southfield Senior High School, Southfield; Trenton High School, Trenton; Vendercook Lake High School, Jackson; Whitehall Senior High School, Whitehall; Wyoming Park High School, Wyoming; and Yale Senior High School, Yale. Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines takes a ride in the department’s new ATV. Eaton County Sheriff’s Dept, purchases ATV Eaton County Sheriff Mike Raines has announced the purchase of a Polaris Ranger all terrain vehicle (ATV) to add to the sheriffs office's equipment list of emergency resources. Raines said the purchase of this vehicle was necessary because of the increasing number of meth labs and outdoor marijuana grows encountered by deputies each year. Criminals attempt to con­ ceal their crimes by operat­ ing meth labs and marijua­ na fields in remote areas accessible only by foot or small vehicles such as ATVs. Nashvillle children send Santa letters Several children in the Nashville area took advan­ tage of the special mailbox set up in the park in down­ town Nashville to send their letters to Santa Claus at the North Pole. In keeping with tradition, the Maple Valley News is printing a selection of the letters that were promptly forwarded to the Jolly Old Elf at his workshop. Dear Santa, I can’t wait for you to come. Please bring me a Falcon and video games. Thank you, Gavin Booher 4 years old-Nashville Dear Santa­ I have been a very good boy this year. I would like some Hotwheels and track, and some new colorbooks, colors, paints and stickers. I will leave you some cook­ ies and milk. Love Colten Benjamin Ermel 4 years old Dear Santa Claus I have been a very good boy this year and I wishfor a bike. Ifyou could will you get me a zebra bike. I would also like a stuffed animal peacock. We will leave you cookies and milk by the tree. Billy Nelson Dear Santa I would like some baby things this year. I would also like some more stuffed animals like dogs and cats. Nashville blood drive beats goal Congratulations to all 2005 athletes for a great season! The 4695 Middleville Rd. 111 N. 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The National Honor Society’s annual blood drive at Maple Valley High School Dec. 15 had 52 donors pre- senting, with 30 first-time donors and 47 good pints donated. The next blood drive is slcheduled for 1 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at Mulberry Gardens. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 lbs. and be in reasonably good health. I would like to get a new bike too. I have been a good girl this year. I will leave you some milk and cookies. Alexis Nelson EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” TO 12” WELLS * Residential * Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of..'. * Pumps • Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 3. 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE o Now accepting MasterCard & Visa �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. December 20,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... The Maple Valley News (269) 945-9554 For Sale Card ofThanks Automotive CAR­ PET: beige, brand new (bought, never used). Still on CARD OF THANKS The family of Frank (Porky) Purchis would like to thank our family and friends for their prayers, cards, flowers and donations in our time of sorrow. Jane Woodmansee who offi­ ciated military services held by the VFW 8260 for Frank Purchis, past commander, lifetime member. Luncheon was served by the Ladies Auxiliary 8260, funeral arrangements were entrust­ ed to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. Many thanks to everyone. Peggy Purchis and family 1994 CHEVROLET 1-TON, dually, pick-up, crew cab, diesel, loaded, custom paint Book value $7,900. Will take best offer. Offered by Trail's End Ranch (517)852-9720. 80 YARDS/BERBER roll. New $800 - sell $295. (517)204-0600 HOUSE FULL OF FURNI­ TURE: Everything must go! (All items less then 2mos. old). 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The HUD tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. WELL DRILUM INC. t miMl offehingc*^ 11 ®'t)w DBILUNC^ vjga)d 'uishfor 'wffljM PUBLIC NOTICE The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on January 12, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear dis­ cussion on revision of the Sewer Rate Ordinance 2-14-80-B and the Sewer User Charges Ordinance 2-28-80. A copy of the revised ordi­ nance is available in the office. If you wish to comment in writing on this ordinance change, you must do so by January 11,2005 and turn into the Village ofNashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI. 06571010 Iq lit JUlfil®® Christmas Holiday Deadlinesfor 4 TO 12 4" 12’^ ■Resided MAPLE VALLEY .Counit news newSr ifjlU The Sun and News I HTahstei ngs DA/TNwnNkTECTRwI ~ Display Advertising Deadlines ~ for The Reminder, The Sun and News, The Lakewood News and the Maple Valley News will be Thursday, December 22 at 5:00 p.m. 11 ~ Classified Deadlines ~ for The Sun and News, Lakewood News and Maple Valley News, will be Friday December 23 at Noon. Deadline for The Reminder will be Friday December 23 at 3 p.m. I by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter Barry County Transit’s first day of offering bus serv­ ice in and around Nashville and to and from the village to the neighboring city of Hastings was not without a few problems, but both tran­ sit officials and representa­ tives from the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope said they were pleased. Joe Bleam, director of Barry County Transit, and representatives from the MVCCOH met last month and worked together to establish regular stops in Nashville every Thursday and provide transportation for those in the area who need a ride to Thomapple Valley Community Church in Hastings on the third Tuesday of every month to pick up their commodities. Despite some confusion on when and where the tran­ sit bus would be stopping in Nashville, Bleam said Friday that he was "pleased" with the way things went. "It’s our first day and we have some snafus to iron out, but that’s what this first day is all about," said Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of MVCCOH. "Next week, we should have some of the bugs worked out and we hope everyone will come and join us for a ride over to Hastings next Thursday to do their Christmas shopping and run other errands." Bowden said she hopes to talk to restaurant owners and retailers in Hastings who tra­ ditionally offer senior citizen discounts Wednesdays, to see if they would extend the same discount to Nashville seniors who ride the transit bus to Hastings on Thursday. The initial Thursday schedule for the transit bus in Nashville is as follows: 7 a.m. — transit bus leaves Hastings 7:30 a.m. — pickup at Maple Valley Arms Apartments 7:40 a.m. — pickup at Nashville Anns Apartments 8 to 8:15 a.m. — arrive in Hastings 9 a.m. leave for Nashville, where the transit will be available for trans­ portation in and around the village 11 a.m. return to Hastings 1:30 p.m. leave Hastings for Nashville 4 p.m. — return to Hastings Bowden and Bleam said the bus schedule is flexible and will probably change in coming weeks as they get a better idea of what riders in the Nashville area want and need from Barry County Transit She also said those who use the transit bus to pick up their commodities at TVC and receive food from the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf every Tuesday, needn’t worry about mixing the food distribution at MVCCOH. "We’ll fill boxes and set them aside for anyone who is using the transit bus to get to the commodities pickup Hastings. We’ll have their boxes waiting for them when they get back,’ she said. For more information or to reserve a ride call (269) 948­ 8098. NOTICE TO VILLAGE RESIDENTS NO OVERNIGHT PARKING ON VILLAGE STREETS The village would like to remind all village residents that there is no parking allowed on any village resi­ dential street between the hours of 2 am and 6 am or on Main St. between the hours of 3 am and 5 am. During the winter months this allows the village to clear the streets of any accumulation of snow without the hazard of a parked car. In accordance with Ordinance 2-23-78, the Police can impound and remove the vehicle and/or a citation can be issued to those who are noncompliant. Thank you Nashville Village Clerk UOOiSUlO NOTICE TO VILLAGE RESIDENTS SIDEWALKS MUST BE CLEAN OF SNOW The village would like to remind all village residents that for the safety of children walking to school and any persons wanting to use the sidewalks within the village please remove snow and ice from your sidewalks. Ordinance 9-9-99-D requires all occupants of any property located within the Village of Nashville to clear any accumulations of ice or snow from the public sidewalks adjoining the property within 24 hours of the accumulation or placement of snow or ice on the sidewalks. Citation will be issued to those who are noncompliant Thank you Nashville Village Clerk �Just Say ‘As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, December 20, 2005 — Page 12 Lions get hammered by Lansing Christian 6Maple Valley had played well in a loss to Olivet Tuesday night and Coach Keith Jones hoped that strong performance would carry over to the Lions’ con­ test at Lansing Christian Friday. It didn’t. Maple Valley fell behind early and never really made a run, ending up on the short end of an 89-50 score. The loss dropped the Lions to 0-2 on the season overall. “The difference was that they shot the ball really well and we didn’t,” Jones said. “They are a very good team and should go far this sea­ son.” Lansing had leads of 18­ 11 after eight minutes, 45-24 at halftime and 67-36 going into the final quarter. “It wasn’t one of our bet­ ter nights,” Jones said. “We played well against Olivet and I hoped it would give us momentum going into Friday’s game. But we never really got going. “Theyjust did such a good job shooting and we couldn’t match them.” Adam Lamphere led Maple Valley with 17 points. Josh Bursley and Adam Gonser each had eight. “We didn’t rebound well all night,” Jones said. “We didn’t have anybody with more than three. ABU, continued from page 1 might seem routine for someone in the states, in the midst of a conflict, just get­ ting a uniform can be haz­ ardous. “We had to go out a lot to get things. We did a lot of convoys, I was a gunner for most. I saw a lot of Iraq from the turret We had to do a lot of stuff to support the unit and make sure they had what they needed, such as paper­ work, supplies leave time, etc.,” said Livingston. What made the supply runs even more difficult was the nature of the war itself. “Iraq isn’t traditional. Usually there’s a line and you’re here and the enemy’s here. We were in a base out in the middle and you’ve got the enemy all around us.” Livingston said it was the tight bond between the peo­ ple in his unit that helped them stay focused and get through each day. “We all hailed from the same area, Michigan. However you perform and what you do you have that The Lions’ Adam Gonser races past Olivet’s Cam Bramer in the second half of accountability of being from Tuesday night’s non-conference contest at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by the same area and having Perry Hardin) people know how you con­ ducted yourself when you get back home. Like any family we had our squabbles, but in the big picture we were probably closer than other units.” Although the memories of fallen comrades and the harsh truths of war will stay with Livingston for the rest of his life, he said there are some positive things that have come out ofhis service. “You see a lot of guys develop character and become better men,” he said. “It gives you a sense ofpride that your friends you served with turn into better leaders and better people. There were five of us guys that were close. We worked in different areas but just to see how we changed and devel- oped, during the beginning training we were a shadow of who we are now. We’ve kind of gone through the fire and come out polished.” The war also has had a great impact on Livingston personally, causing him to look at the world and those around him a bit differently. “It’s made me a little less passive and stand up for other people. Being in a sup­ port role and taking care of other people, putting other people’s needs above my own, you get into the prac­ tice of it and it becomes a part of who you are.” Active duty has also trans­ formed the way he lives day to day. Making the transition from a day packed with activities and duties to the slower pace of home life has been an adjustment for him. “It’s awkward, that’s the word I’ve found myself using to describe it. We went from Iraq to home in about five days. The last few days at the base were pretty low key, but you do go from one environment to another pret­ ty quickly. When the mission is going there are long hours and you’re pretty focused. When you go from such a high pace to slow everyday life, it’s awkward.” Life with his two children, 6-year-old Warren and 4year-old Lily, also has taken some time to get used to. “I haven’t spent time with kids in a year. I have to work at being a good dad again.” Due to the Internet and instant messaging, he was able to keep in touch with his wife, Becky, on a pretty reg­ ular basis. “Becky and I got to instant message a lot, so it wasn’t that hard to transition with her since we’d been talking while I was there and work­ ing through things.” Livingston said one of the toughest aspects of war was not what was happening on the war front but what was happening back home while he was away. “The hardest thing was being away from my family and watching kids grow up through pictures. Missing a lot of the big changes was kind ofhard. Life is going on without you. There’s no pause and things will be dif­ ferent when you come back.” Livingston returned home on Dec. 1 in much the same environment he left in, snow covering the ground and freezing temperatures. His view of the world, the war and those around him, however, has changed greatly during the past year. “You start to understand some ofthe impact and sacri­ fice involved with serving. You don’t want to die, you want to make it home to your family, but you understand what you are doing is impor­ tant. I signed up (for the National Guard) because I was a little bit patriotic and thought I should do something to help, and being over there strengthened that.” His service also caused him to take a look at his own mortality and the impact he can have on those around him. Just talking of his expe­ riences seems to take him back overseas as the memo­ ries of war are brought back to the surface. “You start to value life a little more. Our battalion lost one solder. We had a major attack and some of the Marines defending the base were hit pretty hard. Seeing another service member die, it’s hard when you see some­ one pass. The job makes you deal with mortality a lot more. Everybody that dies over there isn’t in vain, they’re benefiting the mis­ sion and doing something selflessly.” Sgt. Jon Livingston was a gunner for many supply runs during his tour of duty this past year. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/819/MapleValleyNews_2005-12-27.pdf d6806b46f1b79cef493e4553954bde17 PDF Text Text MAPLE VALLEY lAf I H 121 HAS7ING Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. ■ Jr.. ■ 1351 N. M-43 Highway, Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: (269) 945-9554 Vol. 133-No. 52, December 27, 2005 Community Center of Hope lives up to name in season The back room of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope was filled with toys donated for Santa’s Workshop. by Sandra Ponsetto Staff Writer "Someone recently told me that this is the happiest comer in Nashville," said Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope (MVCCOH). The “happiest comer” is located at the intersection of Washington Street and M­ 66. "2005 has been a hard year; there was the tsunami, the hurricanes, the economy and job layoffs, the continu­ ing war in Iraq. It’s left a lot of people wiped out and emotionally drained, but through it all people are looking for something they can grab onto and be part of. That’s why the center is here; people can come in and help and know that they are making a positive difference in peoples’ lives," she added. Bowden said the desire to be a part of something and to help those less fortunate, is the reason why the MVCCOH is able to provide for the needs of the community even though so many fami­ lies in the area are facing lay­ offs from long-time jobs and economic hard times. She said service groups, businesses, churches and individuals all have pitched in to make the season brighter for those in need. MOO-ville Creamery in Nashville donated more than 200 gallons of milk to the community center. The milk was distributed through the Maple Valley Community Pantry Shelf. Bowden said the people were thrilled to receive the fresh milk. "After the last food give­ away, Sandy, -Christy and JoAnn provided a special lunch for all our volunteers," said Bowden. Earlier this month, Bowden was invited to attend the awards ceremony at Fuller Street Elementary School in Nashville for Boy Scout Troop 652 from Grand Ledge. At tire ceremony, the troop presented Bowden with a 10 foot Christmas tree loaded with mittens they wanted to donate to MVCCOH to be given to children who may otherwise not have mittens and gloves to wear. Mount Hope United Methodist Church selected MVCCOH as its local mis­ sion to support with its annu­ al Christmas offering and Pastor Dianne Bowden and Yolanda Pena work at wrapping presents during Santa’s Workshop at the MVCCOH. donated food, gifts and $1,000 to the center. The students from Maple Valley High School’s leader­ ship classes held a school­ wide toy drive that brought in hundreds of toys and gifts for young children that were donated to the community center and other local chari­ ties. The toys and many other items were distributed during MVCCOH’s annual Santa’s Workshop. During the work­ shop children and their fami­ lies were able to come in and New Year’s Eve party, Night Watch planned Members of Nashville n’t work out, people can United Methodist Church, bring their CDs and DVDs to located at 210 E. Washington play. We don’t have a lot St. in Nashville, is inviting planned yet, wejust want this the community to attend a to be a time for games, fel­ New Year’s Eve Party and lowship. Night Watch Service At 11 p.m. those who wish Saturday evening. can stay at the party or they The party kicks off at 7 can join in the Night Watch p.m. and the Night Watch Service which rings in the Service begins at 11. New Year at midnight. See HOPE, page 12 "Because ofthe number of "2005 has been a hard year people in our community for so many people, with the who are struggling to over­ tsunami, the hurricanes, the come addictions we wanted economy and the continuing to offer a safe, fun, alcohol- war in Iraq, I think it has left and drug-free place where a lot of people emotionally they could be with others and drained and I think they want celebrate the New Year to say good-bye to this year instead of staying home," and welcome in a new one," Medical Service Board, gave said Pastor Dianne Bowden. said Bowden. For more information, call an update on the board’s "We’re trying to get a band search for a new coordinator to come and play for part of (517) 852- 2043. in the wake of long-time the evening, but if that doescoordinator Ardie Reid’s res­ ignation, which is effective Jan. 1. Dunham reported that the board has been meeting every Monday to review • High school redesign, changing job applications and has nar­ market topics at last forum rowed the field of candi­ • Authorities urge snowmobile safety dates. Dunham said the board has received a number • Are there cougars among us? of “real good” applications, • Alternative ed students enjoy and some internal applica­ murder mystery tions and he is hopeful the EMS board will be able to • Lions bounce back to beat Portland make a recommendation at I St. Patrick, 73-49 its next regular meeting in January. Nashville Village Council takes care of business before holidays by Sandra Ponsetto StaffWriter With no public comments, communications to the coun­ cil, department reports, audi­ ence questions or comments or old business, the Nashville Village Council took less than 15 minutes to take care of things during its regular meeting last Thursday evening. During new business the council, in accordance with policy to allows village employees to be reimbursed for tuition for classes, train­ ing, etc., which may enhance their job performance, unan­ imously approved reimburs­ ing Village Clerk Kathy Lentz tuition for two busi­ cation or letter of interest for ness classes totaling $693. either post should contact the The council also approved village office during regular reimbursing Department of business hours. Public Works (DPW) During committee reports, employee Troy Brush $12.50 Trustee Justin Shotts report­ per month for cell service to ed that as the representative allow better communication of the dam committee he between Brush and DPW would be meeting with the Supervisor Darrell Clements head ofthe sociology depart­ Jr. ment at Olivet College to In other business, newly discuss student interns help­ appointed village Zoning ing with research regarding Administrator Melissa what can and should be done Strotheide’s resignation from with the dam across the River in the Zoning Board ofAppeals Thornapple and Jeff Riggs’ resignation Nashville. Village Council President from the Planning Commission were accepted Frank Dunham, a member of by the council. Anyone inter­ the Castleton-Maple GroveEmergency ested in submitting an appli- Nashville In This Issue �Just Say y “As Advertised in the Maple p Valley y News” Tuesday, y, December 27,2005 , — Page g 2 High school redesign, changing job market topics at last forum childhood program, a sepa­ rate middle school for sixth, StaffWriter About 20 people, most of seventh and eighth grade stu­ them Maple Valley School dents, in addition to high District staff and administra­ school redesign. Before turning the floor tors, attended last week’s public forum on high school over to Gonser, Kramer said redesign at Maple Valley he was not worried about sparse attendance at the High School. Junior-SeniorHigh School forums because the people Principal Todd Gonser spoke who did attend and others about high school redesign whom he has spoken to are and Superintendent of very passionate about what is Schools Kim Kramer talked best for the students in the about the changing job mar­ local schools. ket and what it means for Gonser’s Power Point Maple Valley graduates. presentation focused on three It was the last of three key topics: What high school public forums held by the redesign involves, why it school district in preparation should be done and different to the board of education’s types of redesign and what decision pending in January, they mean for Maple Valley. as to whether or not to ask He started by stating that voters to either allow the in the summer of 2005, gov­ levy of the full six mills ernors from several states approved in 1996 for school met to discuss high school improvements, or not roll reform and agreed that to back the current millage rate prepare students to be more in order to fund an early successful in their post-sec- by Sandra Ponsetto ondary education and com­ pete in a global economy, schools need to focus on the "Three Rs," rigor, relevance and relationships. Gonser defined rigor as standards, curriculum and expectations, providing intellectual depth for stu­ dents to meet the demands of postsecondary education and the workplace. Relevance was defined as curriculum and instruction that is per­ sonally meaningful and applies to further education. He defined relationships by saying that it is critical for students to feel connected to their school, adults in the school, and other students. The driving concerns behind high school redesign are: Michigan’s current grad­ uation requirements (only civics is required by the state, the rest are left up to each district), the great dis­ parity between local high Season’s Greetings from Our Family to Yours! ■ oin our family of satisfied customers. As an ^■^■.independent agency, we tailor the best insurance protection at competitive prices. We represent only the finest KELLY insurance companies, like Auto-Owners, The “No Problem” People®. 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A vast majority of and 1 computer, 10 elective retain business investment, employees in "good jobs" credits make up the balance the need to produce students took four years of grade­ of the 24 credits required for who are well-educated and level English, and 84% of graduation) the new state prepared for today’s job mar­ highly paid professionals graduation requirements the took Algebra II or higher in State Board of Education has ket. proposed to the Legislature, Gonser cited the following high school. He noted that even blue­ "May be going too far in the statistics from a recent study: •75% of high school grad­ collarjobs require high-level other direction." The State Board of uates go on to postsecondary skills. For example: tool and die. makers need four to five Education is recommending education within two years. • Only 32% ofhigh school years of apprenticeship or 18 required credits for high graduation (4 training, school graduates have mastered post-secondary basic literacy skills and are knowledge of algebra, geom­ English, 3 social studies, 4 ready to succeed in a four- etry, trigonometry and statis­ math, 3 science, 1 physical tics, and sheet metal workers education, 1 fine arts, and 2 year college. • 30% of college freshman needed four to five years of foreign language, leaving 6 algebra, electives). are immediately placed in apprenticeship, In conclusion, Gonser remedial courses that cover geometry, trigonometry and stated that the future for material that should have technical reading. Gonser said Maple Valley Maple Valley students been learned in high school and 40% of post-secondary Jr./Sr. High needs to be included increased state cur­ requirements, students will take at least one redesigned to separate junior riculum and senior high students increased rigor (more math, remedial course. • 60% of employers report completely, provide more English, Science and social that recent graduates have curriculum opportunities for studies, starting with the high school students, class of 2010, a way to poor math skills. He added that only 31% of improve student achieve- expand curriculum choices, Michigan freshman graduate ment and prepare students improved student achieve­ from high school on time and for post-secondary success, ment (AYP and NCLB), and ready to attend college, and cut down on the number of better preparation for post­ 70% of Michigan’s students classes each day, and secondary success and comgraduate from high school, improve student attendance petition in the job market. but only 41% start college, and discipline. Kramer’s presentation Types ofredesign include: about what the future holds only 29% persist past the •Block (4 x 4; four 90 min. in terms of jobs for Maple second year and only 18% earn a degree. classes, or 8 Block; four 90 Studies also show that min, classes every other day) See FORUM, next page while only 25% of high •Modified Blocks school graduates in a nation­ •Trimester (Five 70 — 75 al survey indicated that they min, classes per day) were significantly chal•7 Hour Day (Seven 45 lenged by their high school min. classes per day) coursework, studies show a Gonser said Maple Valley high correlation between tak­ would consider the 4 x4 ing higher level courses in Block, 7 Hour Day and high school and achieving Trimester schedules, stating success in college and that the redesign would employment in high-growth, allow also include more high performance jobs. opportunities for students, Gonser also cited studies put more rigor into the cur­ that indicated that the fastest riculum and better prepare growing occupations require graduates for post-secondary some education beyond high education and the work school (certificate, bache­ force. lor’s degree, associates Gonser noted that while degree, or on-the-job-train­ Maple Valley currently has ing). Employers emphasize 15 required credits for gradu- LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ABUNDANT GRACE WORLD OUTREACH CENTER Come as you are but don’t leave the same. Meet at Kalamo Twp. Hall 8960 Spore Ave. Vermontville, Ml 49096 Morning Service............ 10:30 a.m. Evening Service: (Every 1st & 3rd Sunday) ...6 p.m. REV. DAWN GOODMAN Contact numbers: (517) 852-0896 or (517) 852-9606, leave message BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 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 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 1-616-731-5194 or 1-517-852-1806. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St, Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... ....... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting...... ................. 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM 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 Wednesday Family .Night Service ......... .6:45 p.m. . PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF VERMONTVILLE 110 S. Main St. • (517) 726-0258 Morning Worship & Church School ................... 10 a.m. PASTOR ISRAEL YOUNG GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8950 East M-79 Highway Nashville 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) 852-1783 e-mail: grace@gc3.org GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5055 North Mulliken Road, Charlotte Worship at 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Time at 10:30 a.m. .Adult Sunday School at 10:50 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 KALAMO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.. Sunday School.... 10:45 a.m. Beginning in June: Contemporary Worship . .11:00a.m. PASTOR BRYCE FEIGHNER 517-541-1144 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 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 E. M-79 Highway, 4 miles west of Nashville (cor. M-79 & Barryville Rd.) Sunday Worshi .9:45 a.m (Includes Children's Sunday School) Other: Prayer Walk, U.M. Women, Bible Study, Mission Projects and more. Nancy Fancher, Pastor Phone 517-852-1993 IGNITING MINISTRY Open Hearts-Open Minds-Open Doors QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST .. CHURCH . M-79 West Sunday Schoo Worship.......... 10 a.m. 11 a.nx PASTOR KENNETH VAUGHT (616)945-9392 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School 9:45a A.M. Service................................. 11 a P.M. Service 7p Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR DEANO LAMPHERE PASTOR MATT ROHDE ANDREW & MATTHIAS INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH .............. 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer .......... 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. PASTOR DIANNE BOWDEN At Home: 852-0685 Church Phone: 852-2043 .ST. .. 2415 McCann Road Sunday Services: For more information call: 795-2370 or Rt. Rev. David Hustwick 948-9327 Traditional 1928 Book of Common Prayer used for all services. RT. REV. DAVID HUSTWICK 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................... 9:45 a.m. FATHER AL RUSSELL A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St, Vermontville Sunday School 9:45 a 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 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 North Main, Vermontville Prayer at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages at 9:30 a.m. Singing at 10:30 a.m. Blended Worship at 11:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Fellowship Time at 12:00 a.m. Holy Communion the first Sunday of the month. Youth Puppet and Drama Ministry Disciple Bible Study Classes Weekly PASTOR KATHY SMITH 517-726-0526 06572988 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 27,2005 — Page 3 < M|I ||Il FORUM, continued front previous page Jiss! w S!w ?ss S^si C ht'l *»«7 »«7 S’* S *ii >*«i* v* s$ is*£s k**tS ,,JS> *■•to;* tataJ> Iur’i Ii it**6|j ,6|iijii^ ’•to |Hnuii , OMWBJ tiamiK l OMm । statist . IKiai1 IIIMI । assB । ,■111111 C’F f«55 1 U it «i (■II I aauH । g UKH 5u Itf w»*5 *U*’,W ■ yi? S1* ■ w*‘* »* IfftlluK* Valley graduates was petition overseas and based on a paper prepared improved math and tech­ by the Manufacturers nical skills are needed to Council Workforce maintain a strong manu­ Development Committee facturing base. (MCWDC) in June 2004. Kramer also stated that The premises presented in in the last ten years there the paper were: manufac­ has been increased com­ turing productivity munication between improvements drive high­ schools and businesses er requirements from the and as a result school curworkforce; since 1950 riculums are increasingly only 20% of all careers are tailored to teach the skills professional and require a needed in the workforce. fbur-year college degree He added that the steady but there has been a dra­ decline in manufacturing matic increase in the employment since 2000, demand for skilled work­ and the projected 2010 ers having at least two labor shortage highlight years oftraining or experi­ the importance oftailoring ence; the manufacturing education to fit the needs environment in the United of the changing job marStates is changing rapidly ket. Kramer said that as lower-skilled, lower- research also indicates wage jobs are lost to com- that employers are finding Authorities urge snowmobile safety Winter brings the onset of snowmobiles and with them come the usual prob­ lems associated with driv­ ing the machines on public roadways and private property. Barry County Sheriff Dar. Leaf-has issued a set of snowmobile rules to all persons in the county. “Often those in viola­ tion ofthe rules are simply misinformed or just don’t know,” Leaf said. “Some northern counties may allow riding a snowmobile along the edge ofthe road­ way where posted. Barry County does not allow a snowmobile to be on the plowed shoulder of any roadway. Riders must ride in the road right of way or unplowed area along the edge of the roadway and in the same direction of vehicle traffic. “Off-road vehicles such as quad runners, are not allowed the same privi­ leges of a snowmobile,” he said. “Snowmobiles ride on top of the snow and do very little damage. Off-road machines (quads) have tires and will tear up the turf and dam­ age private property. “Riding a snowmobile does not give you permis­ sion to trespass on anoth­ er’s person’s land. We receive many calls every winter about trespassing snowmobiles riding on or crossing through private property.” Sheriff Leaf also warned snowmobiles to stay off any lake or river if the driver does not know the thickness of the ice. “Some lakes also have open water areas that never freeze. If traveling fast over a lake at night or in snowy conditions you may not be able to stop in time to avoid open water,” Leaf said. “We should never have to tell people to stay off rivers because of the constant movement of the water they do not freeze over the same way a lake does. However, every winter we observes where a snowmobile has traveled down a river.” From Our Readers it increasingly difficult to find employees with skills that fit their needs and if the economy is to thrive curriculum needs to con­ tinue to adapt to changes in the economy and job market. The MCWDC revealed To the editor: On Nov. 20, our beloved that professionals have passed away. made up 20% ofthe work- horse force since 1950, while Circumstances have led us the number of unskilled to believe that a cougar litworkers has shrunk from erally scared her to death. Since this incident has 60% to 15% by 2000 and skilled workers, which occurred, many local peomade up 20% ofthe work- ple have shared their own force in 1950, now make cougar experiences. My purpose in writing up 65%. Workforce this letter is not to cause The Development Committee alarm, but to open the door recommends the promo- to discussion about the tion of the guaranteed possibility of cougars diploma, increased aware- among us. If indeed this is of true, the proper authorities ness and usage WorkKeys (an assessment must be notified and the tool for measuring skills public educated on how to needed by employers and protect our families and an individual’s readiness livestock. Here are the facts that to enter the workforce), increased number of stu­ have surrounded our expe­ dents in math, science, rience: Walking toward the and engineering, all high school students and edu­ barn to feed my horse cators participating in around 10 p.m. Nov. 19, a work-based learning loud cat-like screech was (career fairs, workplace heard coming from one tours, job shadowing, end of the pasture. My career speakers, intern­ horse took off in a wild, ships, mentoring, mock full gallop around the pas­ interviews, and appren­ ture and then met me at ticeships) Educational the gate. She was clearly Development Plans for all upset, anxious and snort­ 8 -12 grade students, ing, which was not normal increased awareness of for her. She followed me jobs, careers and neces- to the bam, put her nose in sary skills, increasingly the grain bucket as usual, flexible post-secondary and calmed down. Sadly, training, partnering with we found her dead in the local schools to remove bam the next morning. There was no evidence barriers that hinder stu­ dent achievement and of a physical cougar kill career development. on the body; however, Kramer concluded by there was evidence in the saying, “The global envi- pasture that our horse was ronment is ever-changing terrorized by something. and fast-paced; it is criti- She had kicked up a dirt cal for high school gradu-barrier in the far comer of ates to have both employ-the pasture, facing a tree in ability skills and the habit the vicinity where the catofbeing life-long learners; kill screech came from. Our theory is that the a partnership between employers and educators is essential; information, awareness and adaptation are important to schools; and workforce develop­ ment lends to a prosperous community.” Kramer said that those who wish to see current predictions for the job market in Lansing can log on to Kim’s PP/Occupational Forecast - Michigan Counties.htm. Local Citizens Speak Out On Issues Are there cougars among us? cougar was perched up in that tree (bark missing) and my sudden presence that night scared the big cat away, which triggered alarms in all of our ani­ mals. Later that evening, my husband read an article published in the November 2005 issue of Michigan Out-of-Doors magazine titled “Cougar Suspected of Killing Horse.” Apparently, a 1200-pound Arabian show horse in Parma (Jackson County) was killed by a cougar just this past August. After learning about this, we immediate­ ly contacted the MDNR. We were told that without physical evidence, they weren’t interested. The Michigan Wildlife Conservancy was contact­ ed at this point and advised of the possibility of a cougar sighting in Eaton County. The execu­ tive director, Dennis Fijalkowski, responded by stating that he was aware that “Barry and Eaton counties have had many cougar sightings, dating back to the 1950s.” He did say that it was rare for a cougar to attack a horse; however, there have been exceptions (1985 600# pony Cheboygan County, 8/2005 1200# Arabian Jackson County, and pos­ sibly an adult in Berrien County 11/2005 1000#). What can we do? To report signs of cougars, please call the Michigan Wildlife Conservancy at 517-641-7677 and request an observation report form, or visit the web site www.miwildlife.org Many believe the last cougar left Michigan around 1900. Others swear they are living among us. Cougar facts: • Also called mountain lion, puma, panther and catamount. • Size ranges between 80 and 200 pounds, 7-9 feet from nose to tip of tail, tan/brown in color. • They are solitary cats and can travel hundreds of miles before finding their own territory. • Territories can be up to 10 by 20 miles. • They primarily feed on deer and other small prey. • Cougars are protected under the state Endangered Species Act. Sally Bentley, Vermontville ^Diana’s Wace The Place to Gofor Professional Styling MEN, WOMEN & CHILDREN HAIR STYLING & NAILS ? Open Tuesday — Friday S.E. Comer ofM-66 & Thornapple Lake Rd. 1-517-852-9481 ^?jf; I 4 Call for f # ’**?< *7 <z ■■ Tftf T ftf » * ftri 4' f Classifieds 269-945-9554 From our Nashvillefamily to yours... THANK YOU!!! We would like to thank all ofour valued customersforplacing their trust in us in 2004. We lookforward to meeting your needs and exceeding your expectations in 2005. Hastings City Bank �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 27,2005 — Page 4 Officers in West Michigan to join holiday drunk driving crackdown Law enforcement will to patrol Dec. 19-24, 26­ step up patrols for two 31 and Jan. 1, when West weeks during the Michigan authorities will Christmas and New Year have these extra patrols holidays to ensure travel­ out to target drunk driv­ ers' safety on the roads ing. "Law enforcement offi­ during the hustle and bus­ cers will patrol for drunk tle of the holiday season. Michigan State Police, drivers to make sure that along with other law everyone has a safe holi­ enforcement agencies in day season," said a from the West Michigan, will par­ spokesman ticipate in a state-wide OHSP. "Party hosts can play their part by offering drunk driving crackdown. The Michigan Office of non-alcoholic beverages Highway Safety Planning and insisting their guests (OHSP) is coordinating don't drive until they are the “You Drink & Drive, sober." During the 2004 You Lose” campaign from now through Sunday, Jan. Christmas weekend, there 1, to combat drunk driving were four traffic fatalities, and prevent traffic deaths one of which involved during the busy winter alcohol, according to the party and travel period. Michigan Department of Twenty-eight counties State Police, Criminal Information across the state are receiv­ Justice ing federal traffic safety Center. Six people died in funding for overtime traffic crashes over the drunk driving patrols, and New Year's weekend, and hundreds of other agen­ four of the deaths were cies are pledging to make alcohol-related. “If you catch a buzz, drunk driving enforce­ ment a priority. catch a ride, because the In Kent county, several penalties are not worth the law enforcement agencies risk,” said the spokesman. have received grant funds Those convicted of a first drunk driving offense face up to 93 days in jail, up to a $500 fine, up to 360 hours of community service, 6 points on a driver's license, up to 180 days' license suspension, and convicted drunk driv­ ers will be subject to a $ 1,000 fee for two consec­ utive years, for a total of $2,000 in additional costs. Anyone who refuses a breath test the first time is given an automatic oneyear driver’s license sus­ pension. During last year's “You Drink & Drive, You Lose” crackdown around the Christmas and New Year holidays, law enforcement officers across the state arrested more than 1,800 motorists for alcoholrelated offenses. Police departments, sheriff’s offices and Michigan State Police posts in Kent, Allegan and Calhoun counties will receive federal traffic safety funding for over­ time patrols in this crack­ down. Family workshop series next month The Child Abuse Prevention Council will present a family workshop series on four dates and at four locations in Barry County next month. The dates and locations are Jan. 9, Maple Valley High school; Jan. 16, Delton Kellogg High School; Jan. 23, Hastings High School; and Jan. 30 at the Thomapple NASHVILLE VFW * NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION Dec. 31st at 8 p.m. Welcome in 2006 with horns, leis, hats, door prizes, noisemakers, streamers, champagne toasts & finger food throughout the evening. BREAKFAST BUFFET at 12:30 Still at the low, low price of $10 per person. 8 or more reserve early. Call after 4 p.m. 517-852-9260 The Maple Valley Community is invited to Ring in the New Year 2006 Saturday, Dec. 31st 7PM - New Year Eves Party 11PM - Watchnight Service For additional information call: (269) 838-2340 Kellogg Learning Center. The series will feature top­ ics and speakers to addres many of the issues facing parenting in today’s society and will be held in the four communities of Delton, Nashville, Middleville and Hastings. The series begins contin­ ues into April. The Child Abuse Prevention Council will provide the classes, pizza dinner and child care free to parents who pre-reg­ ister. The topic for January in all four locations is “TV as a Tool.” The PBS television station from Grand Valley State University is contribut­ ing its “Ready to Learn” program. Parents can learn how ot combine books and televi­ sion for learning. All fami­ lies will leave the class with a book and handouts they can use at home. For more inforation and to register call Karen Jousma at 948-3264. START THE YEAR < IN CHURCH Open hearts. Open minds. Open doors. Nashville United Methodist Church Corner ofState and Washington 01538435 Elizabeth Straley, Marybeth Campbell and Ashley Dilts participate in Maple Valley Alternative Education’s presentation of the murder mystery dinner, "Who Killed Santa?" Alternative ed students enjoy murder mystery Before Christmas break, students at Maple Valley Alternative Education stu­ dents got into the holiday spirit and had an opportu­ nity to hone their deduc­ tive reasoning skills when they participated in a pres­ entation of "Who Killed Commission bdHIJ CtHJIW on Aging Schedule of Events Meals Site and Meals on Wheels Noon Meal Wednesday, Dec. 28 Hard boiled eggs, broc­ coli bacon salad, pineapple, whole wheat crackers. Thursday, Dec. 29 Seafood pasta salad, corn and tomato salad, mandarin oranges Friday, Dec. 30 No meal delivery. Happy New Year. Meals on Wheels Supper Meal Wednesday, Dec. 28 Pea soup w/ham, roasted red skins, applesauce, crackers. Thursday, Dec. 29 BBQ chicken, cauli­ flower, peas and carrots, pineapple, combread. Friday, Dec. 23 All sites closed. Happy New Year! Events Wednesday, Dec. 28 Hastings - Euchre 12:30­ 2:30 p.m., Nails; Nashville 5. Thursday, Dec. 29 Hastings Morehouse Kids; Line Dancing 9:30­ 11:30 a.m. Delton Puzzles/Trivia. Nashville TV Time. Friday, Dec. 23 - COA Closed. Happy New Year Monday, Dec. 26 Hastings - COA Closed. Santa?" a murder mystery dinner. Students from Cindy Swartz’s social psycholo­ gy class and several teach­ ers dressed for their roles, enacted the crime scene and Trent Harvey played Santa. At the end of the play, the students voted for the character they thought was the murderer. In the end it was revealed that Rosemary Piper, played by teacher Rose Hahn, was the perpetrator of the dastardly deed, and prizes were awarded to the students who chose the right suspect as the killer. Appetizers, dinner and desserts were served between the acts and Hahn reported, "Everyone had a lot of fun, food, suspense and surprises.” appreciate i i y°ur business and look forward to II serving you in the Year. jT Tobias Insurance Agency Dick Tobias, Independent Agent | Cell (269) 838-7068 Home (517) 852-2020 e-mail: retobias@sbcglobal.net 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 designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the BCF or call (269) 945-0526. �e heape Mapleaey Valleyews, News,asv Nashville, e, uesay, Tuesday,ecemer December 27,2005 , — —age Page! —___ Wish-upon-A-Star program helps 121 families in area by Sandra Ponsetto program receives three gifts. Their wishes are The Christmas season carefully typed up on will be brighter this year labels and hung on a tree for 121 families and more in the lobby of Hasting than 100 children thanks City Bank’s Nashville to Nashville Nashville’’ss Wish- branch and those who Upon-A-Star and wish to purchase a gift for Christmas Basket program a needy child, select a star and the generosity of the with a wish and then place village’s businesses, the wrapped gift, tagged churches, schools, organi- with the star they chose, zations and citizens. beneath the tree. "We are so thankful to Because there were so the community for all many stars on this year’s their support," said Lois tree Elliston, Hartwell and Elliston, who co-chairs the their band of volunteer program with her daughter shoppers spent more 12 Cheryl Hartwell. "We hours and thousand’s of have wonderful support dollars in donated funds from the community. scouring stores looking There are so many who for gifts so no child’s wish are so generous that I’m would go unanswered. afraid to name them for "We left at 5 p.m. then fear of leaving someone we took a break for dinner out." at midnight and then we Elliston said that each went to Meijer’s to finish child who is registered for up because they are open the Wish-Upon-A-Star 24 hours a day. We got StaffWriter These stacks of non­ perishable food items rep­ resent just some of what was donated by business­ es, churches, organiza­ tions and individuals for this year’s Wish-Upon-AStar Christmas Basket program. .. .foryourpatronage this pastyear. We hope to continue to serve you in 2006. 4^^ back home around 5 a.m.; but Cheryl and I still need­ ed to go out the next day and finish up," she said. But Elliston repeats that the program is able to help so many because of the generosity of the whole village. ■* towhtf ttfc! WEwjrt t**s h Jia Ms •we aisrsfi- Call far Classifieds Volunteers Diane and Abby Smith sort food for the Christmas baskets. 269-945-9554 Left to right: (back row) Ted Kolp, Mitch Huver, Eric Laurie (front row) Tim and Felicity Laurie, Owners. Woodland Auto Body 499 E. Broadway (M-43) 269-367-4642 Thank you, Maple Valley, for hanging in there with us during our transition at Mace Pharmacyl We're having a ball and we look forward to serving you in 2006! happy -from almost all of us: (at top left) Lori, Jody, Shane Er Sarah; (bottom left) James, Sharon, Mike, Emily & Ed; (missing) Diane, Miranda, Sheryl, Kay Er Shelly Mace pharmacy- 219 N. Main • Nashville 517.852.0845. fax 51Z852.0461 after hours 269.818.7599 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News’ Tuesday, December 27,2005 — Page 6 Nashville Methodist celebrates season with a flurry of activities Members of Nashville United Methodist Church made the most of their gifts and talents to help local char­ ities and raise funds for their church’s own outreach pro­ grams during the Christmas season, making the white brick church on Washington Street in Nashville a hub of activity. Dec. 10 and 11 was the probably the busiest week­ end of the season for mem­ bers of the church. On Saturday afternoon, the church held a holiday craft sale and gift bazaar and slop­ py joe luncheon. Also that afternoon, some enterprising parishners held a “Make and Take” fund-raiser, where for a set fee people could come and prepare one-dish meals they could take home and put in their freezer. The same weekend, among other activ­ ities, the church also hosted a pork dinner, with all of the trimmings, followed concert by the Christian band Amaryllis. Some patrons of Nashville United Methodist Church’s craft sale and gift bazaar enjoy a sloppy joe lunch. Eaton County 1 of 5 to receive farmland preservation grants These young ladies are preparing make-ahead meals during the church’s “Make and Take” fund-raiser. Gov. Jennifer Granholm has announced the award of more than $1.3 million to support farmland preserva­ tion under a match program begun this year. Five communities' and townships in the counties of 'The Te 'Tteauty Tteauty Sop Shop in ^Vermontville is still open anb reaby to serCe you in 2006! 'Thankyou for your business anb support in 2005. ^ 02636283 Call for your appointment today! 517-726-0330 Open Tues.-Fri. by appointment. Dana, Vicki, Nancy 5 »o»tKe please nnote "“ n Holiday Hour Eaton, Grand Traverse, Kent, Macomb and Washtenaw qualified for the grants under the Agricultural Preservation Fund. “Protection of our natural resources includes the state,s 10 million acres of farm­ land,” said said Granholm. “These grants preserve a pre­ cious asset for generations to come, while directly invest­ ing in Michigan’s $59 billion and growing agriculture industry.” The Agricultural Preservation Fund Board selected communities from among grant applications submitted this fall. The selection was approved by the Michigan Commission of Agriculture at a public meeting held ear­ lier this month. “Michigan has more than 16,000 acres permanently protected, with thousands of preservation agreements being renewed and entered into every year,” said Mitch Irwin, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture, which oversees the board. “The value of agriculture and open space has been recognized at all levels of government and this support from the top down will ensure that agri­ culture remains a vital and viable industry.” “Our state exports a third of its two hundred agricultural commodities every year,” said James Byrum, chair of the commission. “Safeguarding the source of our agricultural diversity allows Michigan to continue competing on a global level.” The commission approved grants for the following communities: • Eaton ounty: $252,612.99 • Grand Traverse County (Peninsula Township): $268,862.35 • Kent ounty: $252,097.14 • Macomb (Armada, Bruce, Lenox, Ray, and Township): Richmond $271,338.44 • Washtenaw County (Pittsfield Township): $255,089.08 To be eligible, local gov­ ernments were required to develop and adopt a local ordinance governing devel­ opment rights, update a com­ munity master plan to include farmland protection and provide matching funds of at least 25 percent Barry County was under consideration, but at the time the decision was being made it lacked a new master plan. . For more information on farmland preservation, visit www.michigan.gov/mda 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- *23l74a _ ____ 06605544 Extended Hours Eriday,Becerokerr30 cw d cClwosed Legal Holiday The Traffic Scene 517-566-7229 nnn el»^« n iSaVailable ^MandOn Thefamilies ofDan Cobb dr ^^, Phil Smith want to thank the Lakewood communityfor their « IT S2—•M support in 2005. We wish you all a happy andprosperous New Year and lookforward to offeringyourfamily a Member F Hastings City Bank and Phil and Sheryl Smith convenient optionfor driver’s education in the comingyear! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 27,2005 — Page 7 Nashville Car Club donates to Wish Upon a Star’ project * The Nashville Car Club again this year donated $1,100 to the annual “Wish Upon a Star” holiday season gift program. It was the fifth straight year the group has made a donation to help needy fami­ lies in Nashville. The club’s annual car show is held on the Saturday before Father’s Day, and has between 180 and 200 cars that come into town for the Antique Car and Truck Show. Area merchants donate gifts or money for trophies for the show. Planning for the 2006 edition of the show will begin next month. Coping strategies for holiday season (From Kelly Jenkins, Barry Community Mental Health) The holiday season can be a very stressful and trying one for just about anyone, however, when you add deal­ ing with an existing mental illness such as major depres­ sion or an anxiety disorder, this time of year can lead to serious mental health conse­ quences. The everyday stresses of planning for the holiday sea­ son, such as shopping, deco­ rating and planning family gatherings can be very over­ whelming and can result in a variety of symptoms that make even getting out of bed difficult. It is important to make sure that if you or a loved one suffers from men­ tal health problems that you take appropnate steps to ensure a safe and healthy holiday season. Some recommendations are as follows: 1. Limit the amount of things that you agree to do for yourself and your family. Do not try to make things perfect, as perfection is something that is only accomplished on television shows, Christmas cards and Norman Rockwell paintings You will wear yourself out trying to achieve the "per­ fect" occasion and will end up feeling exhausted and let down when your reality falls short of your expectations. 2. Do not overspend on gifts, decorations, or food. Stay within your budget, even if your budget is very small. There are several local com­ munity resources available to help families in need this holiday season. They can provide assistance from Stonehill Farm Vermontville, MI CANOPY SALES & RENTALS Rental sizes available: 10x10 pop-ups, 16x16, 20x20, 20x30 canopies. Self Services: You pick it up & return it. Full Services: We set it up & take it down. Tables • Chairs • Coolers & Hot Boxes Call any time. Bob Dormer, 517-726-1084 home heating help and food assistance to adopting fami­ lies for Christmas gifts. The burden of spending above lyour means will last much longer than the joy of finding the "perfect gift.” 3. Make sure that you get enough rest, the proper foods and exercise. Holiday gather­ ings can be a trap for eating too much, overindulging in alcohol, staying out too late or too long, and can lead to inactivity. All of these fac­ tors can increase symptoms of depression, leading to weight gain, low self esteem and problems with memory and concentration. 4. Stay on your medica­ tions (if applicable). As schedules get busier during this time, it Is easy to forget to take your medications all together, or miss a dose here and there. 5. Try to be mindful of the real meaning of the holiday season. If you or a loved one becomes discouraged about gifts, lack of family involve­ ment, or is feeling inade­ quate, remember that this time of year is fleeting. Try to "improve the moment" by visualizing what you will be doing three months from now, or imagine yourself someplace far away from here. 6. Try to spend as much time in sunlight as possible. Spending too much time indoors away from the sun can increase feelings of 06605333 Members of the Nashville Car Club hold up a huge representation of the check they presented to the local “Wish Upon a Star” project for needy families at Christmas. Shown here are (back, from left) Bonnie Maker, Barney Silsbee, Ruth Hickey, Bill Maker, Pat Priddy, Pee Wee Andrews, (front) Pat Hynes, Lois Elliston and Terry Kellogg. Missing: Cindy and Tim Allwardt, Bernie Hickey, Dan Kellogg, Denny Priddy, Ralph Rasey and Diane and Gary Hager. • ■■■A■ D I I E I1Iff/4 iA*l 1aI hII hIF i VYI • ■■■■I Ifilahhi I Member of Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, and Multiple Listing Services; Also Grand Rapids Multiple Listing Service "^* MLS, 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE ss.tsr? Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Web Site: www.lansing-realestate.com Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar, Broker - GRI............................................ Home 517-726-0223 Jerry Reese, Realtor - ABR............................................................... Home 517-852-5066 Rick Winegar, Realtor - GRI................................................................. Cell 269-838-2884 Hillary Grant, Realtor............................................................................. Cell 269-838-0796 SPACIOUS 10 ROOM HOME W/5 BEDROOMS & 3 FULL BATHS 'IN THE COUNTRY" SOUTH OF NASHVILLE ON M-66 INCL. "ACTIVE" ACCOUNTS • 4.6 ACRES W/POND STOCKED W/HSH Living room, family room, formal dining room with lighted glass china cabinet, large kitchen, 2 stone fireplaces, lots of built ins in bedrooms, central air, large 48x64 pole barn. Price includes the estab­ lished gardening &■ nursery busi­ ness Bt snow removal equipment. MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Includes active accounts. Call for more details. (CH-118) See COPING, next page PRICE REDUCEDII "FARMSTEAD" ON 3 ACRES NORTH OF VERMONTVILLE ON BLACKTOP ROAD A.S you celebrate the season, please know thatyour business is appreciated. We gratefully thank youfor your support and hope to continue serving you. 2 story house, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1st floor laundty, many new improvements, all appli­ ances stay. Barn, granary, heated work shop w/220 & cement floor. Mature shade trees, shrubs & perennials. Occupancy at close. Call Homer for more details. (CH-117) VACANT PARCELS 2.2 ACRES NORTH OF VER­ MONTVILLE On main road - sur­ Clean 8r neat 2 bath, 3 bedroom home (on 2 lots) (2001) has enclosed backyard, central air, main floor laundry, shower & 2 story home, 4 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, older home, some garden tub in master bedroom. hardwood floors. Across from Large family room and living room. Give Rick a call for more park on city lot, plus 1 acre lot. Make an offer. Call Rick for more 'info.' (N-120) information. (N-101) "FAMILY HOME" IN NASHVILLE NEAR VILLAGE PARK Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 log With Horses or Skidder 2.2 ACRE: PRICE REDUCEDII East of Hastings, perked building site, surveyed, country view. 4 miles to Hastings, 2 miles to Chariton Park. Cali Rick. More land available. (VL-98) 5.6 ACRES - SE OF H ASTINGSI 2 lots, both perked, driveway per­ mits and surveyed. 'In the coun­ try*. Great view, close to public hunting & fishing. Lots of birds & wildlife. Some restrictions. Call Rick. (VL-99) BUILDING LOT MONTVILLE. Near From left to right: Phil, Mike, Leonard. Hughes Logging LLC veyed, perked, modulars accept­ able. Nat. gas available, rolling with some trees. Call Homer. (VL-114) IN VER­ Maplewood School. Possible land contract terms. City water & sewer avail­ able. Cail Homer. (VL105) MOTIVATED SELLERIII MOVE IN AT CLOSE IN LACEY CLOSE TO BATTLE CREEK 'Country living' large mature yard, 4 bedrooms, 1 st floor laun­ dry, kitchen appliances included. Call Jerry. 2 car garage.(CH-l 15) HASTINGS ON SOUTH JEFFERSON 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, on cor­ ner lot. Large yard, many new improvements!! Call Hillary. Move in at close. (H-l 16) YOUR CHOICE OF (2) 20 ACRE PARCELS RCELS NORTH OF NASHVILLE NAS ILLE OR R 4®WS. Ea<<4bqfr^[£^mB-<^eres oo.f ma apfffwoods across the rear of o the property (total of 8 acres woods. Call Homer for more details. PRICE REDUCEDl (W109 & U0L 01538409 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 27,2005 — Page 8 Varsity Volleyball Front Row (L-R): Jessica Winegar, Rebecca Kent, Alaina Mater, Lauren Pierce and Danielle Christensen. Back row: manager Jennifer Kent, Alison Oleson, Mindy Newton, Rachel Mater, Ashley Gonser and manager Karlee Mater and coach Bill Brenton. COPING, continued from previous page — depression. excessively about things, If you or a loved one is talking or thinking about sui­ experiencing symptoms of cide, or has a significant depression or anxiety, change in eating or sleeping including feeling hopeless habits, please take this seri­ about the future, not wanting ously. There are several to get out of bed, worrying ways to get help for depres- Wanted: standing Timber call Hughes Logging llc Since 1980 Leonard Hughes Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder 06605704 sion, including talking to a physician, a member of the clergy, or seeking out mental health services. Barry County Community Mental Health Authority is available 24 hours a day for emergency services, as well as providing mental health clinic services dunng the week on an outpatient basis. If you or a loved one is in need of mental health treatment, please do not hesitate to call us at 269-948-8041, or come to our clinic located at 915 W. Green St., Hastings, in the Pennock Professional building, located on the third floor. Thank you... Serving you and taking care of your financial needs has been a pleasure. We look forward to seeing you in 2005. Left to right: Anita, Cathy, Stacey, Dawn, Jane Eaton ‘federal Savings ‘Banf^ 01538431_ 109 S. Main Street, Nashville, Michigan 49073 • Telephone 517-852-1830 lender Competitive Cheer Frt. row (L-R): Erica Myers and Amber Hamilton. Middle row: Tyra Curth, Ashley Phenix, Kylie Gardner and Chelsi Lowe. Back row: Olivia Sprague, Terran Geethings, Amber Cantrell, Koko Tagusari and Brittney Gardner. Assistant coach Kelly Zank. Missing from photo: head coach Donna Nisse. Lions 3rd in Snow mat tournament With seven medalists, Maple Valley wrestlers finished third to Coopersville and Dansville at their own Jesse Snow Memorial tournament Saturday. The Lions picked up two first places, three second places and two thirds. Another area team at the tournament was Lakewood’s “B” team, finishing fourth after Maple Valley with eight medalists, one each for first and second, and two third places and four fourth places. Maple Valley had 126.50 points, less than seven points behind sec­ ond place. Tyler Greenfield at 119 pounds and Levi Andler at 160 took first places in the championship round to round out the Lions’ indi­ vidual titles. In second place, after losing in the championship round, were Raven Scurlock at 125, Jamie Corwin at 130 and Keith Lackscheide at 189. Third place honors went to Tyler Corwin at 135 and Justin Cook at 140. Lakewood’s “B” team finished with eight medal­ ists, finishing with 108.50 points. Chris Hunt at 275 was the lone first place winner for the Vikings. Other medalists include Ed Whitesei at 135 for second place; Alex Knopp at 119 and Josh Pelham at 160 for third places; and Cody Crattenden at 119, Brennan Simon at 145, Justin Walters at 171 and Andy Ferris at 215 for fourth. The Lions are idle now until Jan. 7, when they travel to Wyoming Rogers for an invitational. Give An AdolescentA Hand Up; Foster a Teen. Reservations for Barry County Foster Parenting Classes are being taken nowfor a upcoming Hastings class that will be offered in January on Saturdays. Barry County needs homesfar sibling groups, andplacementsfar even one teen. To inquire about class reservations, or to request a no-cost informationpacket about Foster Parenting email: muller-hayesj@michigan.gov or phone517-543-5844 THANKS YOUI All of us at Kountry Treasures wish to thank everyone for another wonderful year. We wish you all a very prosperous and safe New Year ~ Thank You! from Janice.Joyce A Jolene 4526 S. M-66 Hwy., Nashville (517) 852-0391 www.kountrytreasuresinc.com s Hours: Tues. - Fri. 10-6 • Sat. 10-5 | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 27.2005 — Page 9 Varsity Wrestling Team iiJw HRill) Ml rib 7, iltii l ill telalljwS® it Hi, fmittd. I1W Lions bounce back to beat Portland St. Patrick, 7349 The Maple Valley varsi­ ty basketball team won Tuesday night against Portland St. Patrick 73-49, but suffered a tough loss against Lansing Christian Friday night, 89-50. Adam Lamphere led the Lions with 23 points, six steals andfour assists. AdamGonser had 18 points and five assists, while Josh Bursley had seven points and 14 rebounds. For Portland St. Pat’s, Kyle Lay led with 15 points: Scott Weber added FROST n/nIrjMfMir Varsity Boys Basketball Frt row: Jon Stevens, Jamie Corwin, Raven Scurlock, Tyler Greenfield, and Ron Smith. Second Row: Chad Rhodes, Sean Curtis, Tyler Corwin, Dusty Cowell, Ryan Front row(L-R): Manager Nathaniel Blakley, assistant coach LeRoy Strarks, head Brooke and Marcus Pearce Back row: Sam Thompson, assistant coach Trevor Wawiernia, Levi Andler, Keith Lackscheide, Donnie Jensen, Mark Andler, Tory coach Keith Jones and assistant coach Landon Wilkes, missing from photo is assisRoberts, assistant coach Gary Pearson, manager Steven Creller and head coach tant coach Brian Hopkins. Back row: Jon Hester, Chris Hoffman, Tyler O'Dell, Rusty Harris, TJ Bentley , Josh Chris Ricketts. Bursley, Andy Root, Eric Westendorp Adam Lamphere, Adam Gonser, Brent Cummings and Tim 75 good, stable people with Wood. HEATING & COOLING Quality, Value & Service Free Estimates (616) 374-7595 (517) 852-9565 Wq wish you and family a Congratulations to all 2005 athletes for a great season! The 4695 Middleville Rd. 1 N. 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But we never really got going. “They just did such a good job shooting and we couldn’t match them.” “We didn’t rebound well all night,” Jones said. “We didn’t have anybody with more than three. WANTED bad credit for new experimental auto finance program. Follow the MVHS Lions in the Maple Valley News Over 1.5 million dollars available for this exciting new program. Hurry because when the funds are allocated, the experimental program ends. Call Mr. Hagg today at (269) 948-8210 for this exciting opportunity. All applications accepted for this guaranteed approval!! So call before it's over!! Call (269) 948-8210 and ask for Mr. Hagg today! Thank You..■ For allyour business over the years. We are lookingforward to serving you in 2006 at one ofour two locations Chad, Kirt, Carl. Chadd & Tom- Featuring... 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Actually, I should look forward to receiving this missive every Yuletide season because my family put the fun in dysfunction­ al. Anyway, the following is one I received this year. The author will remain anonymous for reasons Thank You from all of us to all of you. We appreciate your business this past year and look forward to serving you in 2006. HOMETOWN 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 Mfe will be / ^losing at 12 Noon4 on Dec. 31st and we will be closed T Mon., Jan. 2nd J 01538401 Holi Jeff Hynes Chris Hartwell Adam Brumm Denise Kent Jerry Binns John Kent Lori Courtney Shelbi Cousins ter now that they have loosened the restraints. She is doing so well that Greetings: they now allow her an hour Our special children of large muscle activity have done so well this year every day. She has a blast, and we are proud of all running and jumping and they have accomplished. bouncing off that rubber Arthur has worked very wall. They sent us a video hard and with good behav­ tape and the whole family ior, he should be up for enjoyed watching her frolic parole in the spring. His and play, though how she only regret is that if he had can get going sa fast in to kill someone, he should such a small room is a have done it sooner. If he wonder to us all. had killed that awful man Father was putting a lot when he first met him, he'd of pressure on Bobby to be out by now. But he join the service. He feels swears that the urges come that 28 is too old to still less and less frequently live at home. Bobby went these days and that's a good down to see the recruiter sign. and he told the nice man Alice doesn't write as that he didn't need to go to often as we would like. basic training, he doesn’t Perhaps that is because even need a rifle. Just send they will not give her any­ him over to Iraq and he thing with a point on it. It is will end the war all by him­ hard to write legibly with self in less than a month. the dull edge of a spoon. He said he would kill all But she has come a,long the terrorists and then go way and takes great pride hunting for that Ben Laden in the fact that now when fellow. He promised to people say she's crazy, she have him in a matter of has the papers to prove it. days. The recruiter told But she is enjoying her stay Bobby he sounded crazy in the institution much bet- and Bobby said, "Write that down." So he is back home and back in his room. Father finally accepts it and he put cable into Bobby's room. We can't even get him to come out to eat. Cousin Claude had a nice crop this year. He said he got the biggest yield he has had in years. He got thirty bushels to the acre and thirty days on the work farm. When the federal agents burned his harvest Steve Graham people came from miles around. You wouldn't think people would be that inter- which will become evi­ dent. Vaughn Reid 735 Durkee (M-66), Nashville, Ml Dave Olmstead (517) 852-9210 or (800) 638-7484 "Serving Your Heating Needs Since 1936" Gale Wetzel With warm regards...the best thing about the holiday is having the opportunity to express our gratitude and extend our best wishes to all our customers. Mark Barbour Joe Baker Jerry Schray Trevor Schrader Cole Hansbarger Jason Whitmore Quality, Value & Service • Free Estimates LAKE ODESSA (616)374-7595 KkSlrtogthyoucan rtly on ARMSTRONG NASHVILLE (517) 852-9565 ested in watching a bunch of weeds bum. Our niece, Maybelle, finally had her baby. I can't say it looks much like her or her husband, Frank. Frank said it's funny how both he and Maybelle have dark hair and brown eyes while the baby is tow­ headed and has the most beautiful blue eyes you ever saw. Frank says he wouldn't think anything of it, but he is curious as to how it is they have moved three times in the last year and still have the same mailman. I received a letter from Florence last week. She said she is working hard to lose the weight she has gained over the winter. She is running four miles a day and should be getting close to Cleveland by now. She said she is going to keep going until she gets to a warmer climate and hopes that she will be thin enough to wear that little bikini bathing suit by that time. She said she made her mind up to lose the weight when she was out walking with her pet duck, Clovis, and a man came up and asked where she had gotten such an ugly pig. Well, she was so mad! She told the ignorant so and so that for his information Clovis was not a pig, he was a duck. The man told her he was talking to the duck. Well, that is all the news for another year. Here's hoping the holiday season finds you happy and well. Regards from all ofus to all of you. Grandma The family of Tom Winegar would like to express sincere appreciation to each and every one who was “there” for our family at the time of Tom’s “home­ going”. The love and friendship displayed the night of visitation and at the funeral, all the many wonderful cards, phone calls, floral tributes, memorial gifts to the church and Maple Valley memorial schol­ arship fund, and food brought in were beautiful gestures of the love within our Vermontville Bible Church family, and our Vermontville community. Special thanks to the Nashville and Vermontville emergency response teams, Prays Funeral Home (Joe Pray), Pastor Bill Briggs and his wife Phyllis, my sister Nancy and her husband Bill who were all there when we needed them. It was Tom’s “time” and the Lord took him “home” ~ “Thank You” for your love and caring, ... The Winegar Family God Bless You All!! | �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 27,2005 — Page 11 Maple Valley CLASSIFIEDS CALL... 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Dec. 29 Dec. 30 YOU WANT QUALITY at Jan. 2 affordable prices when you Jan. 3 buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Phone (269)945-9554 or stop in at 1351 N. M-43 Hwy., Jan. 5 Hastings. Build it and they will eat it Volunteers help children assemble a gingerbread house during Santa’s Workshop. Call lor Classifieds 269-945-9554 CALENDAR OF EVENTS We stock a complete line of... :■ Un i.b- MINI STORAGE AVAILA-NEEDED EXPERIENCED BLE, 10x10, 10x15, 10x20 TREE trimmers. Must be units; space your storage able and willing to climb and work on lift truck. Full place, 616-374-1200. time year round work, mediWILLS, MISDEMEANORS, cal benefits, 401K, and paid TRUSTS, DEEDS, ADOP-vacations offered. CDL liTIONS. Attorney Judy Sin- cense is a plus. Contact numbers (616)723-4109 gleton, (517)852-9351. or (616)318-5265 Jan. 7 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 discrimina­ tion 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 ofthe law. Our read­ ers 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 tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Jan. 9 Jan. 10 Jan.11 Jan. 11 Jan. 14 Jan. 14 & 21 Now accepting MasterCard & Visa Office closed during lunch. New Year Holiday, County Buildings Closed. New Year Holiday, County Buildings Closed. Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings (note change of date from January 2 to January 3). Special 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts & Law Building, Community Room. Fair Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Barry Expo Center. “Better Kid Care” Workshop (How to Work with Active Children), 6:30-8:30 p.m., Pennock Conf. Center (pre-register at die Extension Office). Michigan Com & Soybean Winter Meeting, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Trestle Stop Restaurant, Hamilton, (pre-register at the Extension Office). Jan. 9 Horse Developmental Meeting, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church in Hastings. 4-H Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Dairy Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. Horse Judging Meeting, 7 p.m., Thomapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria. Poultry Breeding Clinic, 10 a.m., Freeport Community Center (must pre-register at the Extension Office). Red Cross & 4-H Babysitting Class, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Delton District Library. F THE TRAFFIC SCENE Located at the Intersection of M-43 & M-50 ffriver educationfor students 14 years, 8 months or older Segment I Class Jan. 9-Jan. 26,2006 Feb. 6-Feb. 23,2006 March 6-23,2006 Segment JI Class Jan. 31-Feb. 2,2006 Feb. 28-March 2,2006 To obtain a registration, call (517) 566-7229 Instructors Dan Cobb & Phil Smith PUBLIC NOTICE The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on January 12, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the council chambers. PURPOSE: To obtain public input and hear dis­ cussion on revision of the Sewer Rate Ordinance 2-14-80-B and the Sewer User Charges Ordinance 2-28-80. A copy of the revised ordi­ nance is available in the office. If you wish to comment in writing on this ordinance change, you must do so by January 11,2005 and turn into the Village of Nashville, 203 N. Main St., P.O. Box 587, Nashville, MI. NOTICE OF AMENDMENTS TO THE VILLAGE OF VERMONTVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: that the following amendments to Article II Zoning Ordinance have been approved and adopted by the Village of Vermontville Council: Chapter 10. RS-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT 10.4 C. is amended to read as follows: Maximum Lot Coverage: The maximum lot coverage in the RS-1 Low Density Residential District shall be Twenty Five (25) percent. Chapter 8. GENERAL PROVISIONS 8.19 HOME ORIENTATION is amended to read as follows: A. on all residential lots under 3 (three) acres, all residential struc­ tures in the RS 1 and RS 2 districts shall have the front of the struc­ ture oriented less than or equal to 45 (forty-five) degrees from paral­ lel to the road right of way in which the property is addressed. The front of the structure shall include traditional improvements such as the main entrance to the structure and windows. If the residential structure is to be located on a corner lot, the front of the structure shall be parallel to the street right of way upon which it is addressed. Chapter 15. B-2 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT Removal of the former 15.3 G “Detached Single Family Dwelling, subject to section 20.27." (re-adjusting all of the subsequent sub­ paragraphs following G) Chapter 15. B-2 CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT 15.2 PERMITTED USES is amended to read as follows: P. Residential units, including apartments and condominiums, above ground floor subject to section 15.4. 15.4 DISTRICT REGULATIONS is amended to read as follows: E. Dimensional Requirements 1. Apartments and Condominiums shall contain a minimum of six hundred (600) square feet of floor area. F. Architectural Requirements: 1. New Buildings constructed after the creation of-this ordi­ nance (June 12, 2003) shall be similar on nature with regard to character, size, and architectural features. till 169-9959559 Chapter 7. ZONE DISTRICTS, MAP AND DIMENSIONAL STANDARDS 7.9 LAND USE TABLE is amended to add the following: Apartments/Condominium style Residential unit (above ground floor) “R" (allowed by Right) in B-2 district. Village of Vermontville Zoning Map is amended to reflect Re-Zoning of 176 West Fourth St. from RS-1 low density Residential to RS-2 Medium Density Residential. All of the above amendments to the Village of Vermontville Article II Ordinance to become effective 8 days after publication of hereof. The amendments to the Village Zoning Ordinance were adopted fol­ lowing public hearings held by the Village Planning Commission on: Dec. 9, 2004, Nov. 4,2004, June 14,2005, and Nov. 3, 2005. A copy of the amended Zoning Ordinance, including the above described amendments is available for purchase or inspection during normal business hours at the Village of Vermontville Offices, 121 Eastside Dr. Vermontville, Ml 49096. Shirley Harmon, Village Clerk Village of Vermontville. 02635966 �Just Say “As Advertised in the Maple Valley News” Tuesday, December 27, 2005 — Page 12 HOPE, continued from page 1 select free gifts for their fam­ ily members. Volunteers were on hand to help the chil­ dren and their families select and wrap gifts, decorate cook­ ies, and build a gingerbread house and train. The Monday after Santa’s Workshop, Nashville’s Dollar General store donated a trunk­ load of toys that had been col­ lected. The toys were wrapped and sorted according to age and sex, and children who came to the food distribution the next day were able to pick a wrapped gift and some for their siblings. "We had one little guy come in who hadn’t been able to come to Santa’s Workshop because he was so sick, but he was so thrilled because he was able to pick out some gifts on Tuesday," said Bowden. Bowden said so many things have been happening at the cen­ ter during the holiday season that she is even more thankful than ever to have volunteers Cindy Sears, Barb Roberts and Brenda Harris, and Rae Halliwill, from UAW Local #602 helping out at the center. "They are absolute angels. Because of them we can keep the center open during the work­ day and they have helped us get ready for one event after anoth­ er,” she said. "We have been blessed by GM’s community service program. It’s because of it that we have been able to meet as many needs as we have. We have been blessed over and over. This goes to show how a bad situation (being laid off) can turn out for the good; they have been able to help people living in the midst of a bad situation." Bowden said that despite the constant threat of more plant closures and layoffs. Donations keep coming into the center, "Someone donated a portable telephone and answering machine for the center when they found out we didn’t have an answering machine. We have someone who said he is going to bring in hams for those who may need them and Cindy tells me that someone will come into the center and drop off an item and not an hour later someone will come in needing that very item. "My husband said he now knows why we have been pur­ chasing and saving so much during the last few years, we’ve given away everything from baby toys to beds during the last few days," she added. "All of Nashville has joined together to make one of the area’s hardest holiday season’s one of its best, not just for those who receive, but also those who give." Bowden said she is also pleased that Barry County Transit has recently agreed to provide regular service in and around the Village ofNashville and transportation to and from Hastings every Thursday. Transit has also agreed to pro- Boy Scout Troop #602 of Grand Ledge and Dianne Bowden, pastor of Nashville United Methodist Church and the executive director of the Maple Valley Community Center of Hope, and the 10-foot artificial tree decorated with mittens that the troop donated to the community center. 269-045-3431 st 888-945-3431 225 N. Industrial Pk. Dr., Hastings zrww .barrycountylumber com Barry County Lumber OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon-Thurs: 7-6. 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While the MVCCOH will be closed this week except for the pantry shelf food distribution from 9 a.m. to noon, the center will reopen for regular hours the following week. Bowden said the center already has some new programs and classes in the works for next year. Jerry Johnson is arranging basic literacy classes through Michigan Works and Sears will be offering classes in rug mak­ ing and punch embroidery. Substance abuse education classes, offered in partnership with the Barry County Sheriff’s Department, Barry County Substance Abuse, the Nashville Police Department and the Nashville Neighborhood Watch program, and classes about effective parenting also are in the planning stages. Bowden noted that the center needs donations and funding even after the holidays are over. "We desperately need diapers and paper and feminine hygiene products," she said. "Those are items people always need that Jarred Schantz shows the cookie he decorated during Santa’s Workshop at MVCCOH. aren’t covered by the food stamps." "We need to find people who are willing to support the center and the food program so the rest of our resources can be put into programming and meeting the needs of the community. If we could find 12 to 15 people who would be willing to pledge $1,000 a year, that would cover the center’s overhead, just rent and utilities, then everything else could go to the food and other programs," she said, not­ ing that the center currently pays about $300 a week to pro- vide the food for the approxi­ mately 250 families who rely on the pantry shelfs weekly food distributions. Bowden doesn’t doubt that the community can and will pull together to help the center con­ tinue offering its programs. "People are beginning to see why we are here and what bless­ ing happen when a community comes together," she said. 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